I'm Looking For Compact, Stuffable Messenger Bag or Backpack
06-06-12, 05:48 PM
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I'm Looking For Compact, Stuffable Messenger Bag or Backpack
I just picked up a used Cannondale T700 and I don't want to start adding a bunch of bags and fenders and other items that will make it heavy. It has a rack on it that I can bungee my lock to and I have a NOS Cannondale handlebar bag that I'll put on it to carry keys, phone, etc.
Now, I would like to find a messenger bag or back pack that will store in a small stuff sack that I can carry with me and use if I stop by the grocery store. Timbuk2 used to make a Hidden Messenger bag but they are discontinued.
https://www.timbuk2.com/tb2/products/hidden-messenger
I have seen them on Ebay, but none are there at the moment. Does anyone here have something similar that works well and is still available?
Now, I would like to find a messenger bag or back pack that will store in a small stuff sack that I can carry with me and use if I stop by the grocery store. Timbuk2 used to make a Hidden Messenger bag but they are discontinued.
https://www.timbuk2.com/tb2/products/hidden-messenger
I have seen them on Ebay, but none are there at the moment. Does anyone here have something similar that works well and is still available?
06-06-12, 07:13 PM
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In stock here (black only, good weight, by the way, only 4.5 oz)
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It's a bit more expensive, but Mountain Hardwear used to sell a backpack called the scrambler. (Not the Scrambler 30 or anything else, just the scrambler). It it s lightweight bag that folds into it's top pocket. I use one everyday for my commutes. They discontinued them, but they are still available for somewhere around $50.
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If you don't mind a backpack, the REI Flash 18 is pretty awesome. If you take out the foam back, it compacts down pretty well. It's also comfy as all get out. It's a bit heavier than Hidden Messenger at 10 ounces, or so, but you can shed some weight by removing the back pad and some of the extra straps.
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Lemme get this right- you're wanting a bag that can be shoved into another, smaller bag... and then carry that in what? the bar bag? Your pocket? And I thought I had a bag fetish...
Howzabout a fanny pack that turns into a backpack? Then you won't have to weigh down your rig with that bar bag.
Howzabout a fanny pack that turns into a backpack? Then you won't have to weigh down your rig with that bar bag.
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If you don't mind a backpack, the REI Flash 18 is pretty awesome. If you take out the foam back, it compacts down pretty well. It's also comfy as all get out. It's a bit heavier than Hidden Messenger at 10 ounces, or so, but you can shed some weight by removing the back pad and some of the extra straps.
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Check out Sea to Summit. Even the copy fits the bill!
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Lemme get this right- you're wanting a bag that can be shoved into another, smaller bag... and then carry that in what? the bar bag? Your pocket? And I thought I had a bag fetish...
Howzabout a fanny pack that turns into a backpack? Then you won't have to weigh down your rig with that bar bag.
Howzabout a fanny pack that turns into a backpack? Then you won't have to weigh down your rig with that bar bag.
eh? eh? eh?
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Long-distance motorcycle tourers may have what you want. Aerostich LP bag.
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Lemme get this right- you're wanting a bag that can be shoved into another, smaller bag... and then carry that in what? the bar bag? Your pocket? And I thought I had a bag fetish...
Howzabout a fanny pack that turns into a backpack? Then you won't have to weigh down your rig with that bar bag.
Howzabout a fanny pack that turns into a backpack? Then you won't have to weigh down your rig with that bar bag.
Now if that were a saddlebag that turned into a backpack we'd have a winner for sure.
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Check out Sea to Summit. Even the copy fits the bill!
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I'd like to toss out there the Tuck & Roll by a local company; YNot.
https://www.ynotcycle.com/products/the-tuck-roll/
Awesome rolltop backpack that folds up into a neat little roll. Great company, products and price.
https://www.ynotcycle.com/products/the-tuck-roll/
Awesome rolltop backpack that folds up into a neat little roll. Great company, products and price.
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Long-distance motorcycle tourers may have what you want. Aerostich LP bag.
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