AdamDZ

I was looking at the Axiom Cyclone since I like their Monsoon panniers. I've read some reviews though that it doesn't have a rigid back wall so it kind of flops and hangs down from the mount.

Any other advice? Three major requirements:

- 100% waterproof
- rigid mounting mechanism with internal support so the bag remain stiff and in shape
- mounting mechanism allows for the bag to be mounted far from the handlebar to leave enough space for MTB components and gadgets on a flat bar.

It doesn't need to be very big, just to carry a phone, multitool/knife, compact camera, perhaps few extra batteries and snacks. Number of pockets is irrelevant, it can be one big compartment.

Thanks!

Adam

surfrider

I've got a Nashbar basic handlebar bag that works on my commuter bike, but it might not work on a MTB (too many plstic fittings that might break on rough rides); what you'll get will depend on your specific bike's 'cockpit' and size of your hands. But if you find a bag that fits, and its not waterproof, just use ziploc bags for your stuff. They work great and allow you to keep things both dry and segregated (like greasy tools from food from cellphone).

Velo Dog

In my experience, "100 percent waterproof" is never going to happen--you can come sort of close, but there are always seams, flaps, zippers and random stitches where water gets in. I keep water-affected things in Ziploc bags. Removing that requirement makes it easier to find a bag that does the other stuff you need.

jputnam

Ortlieb is excellent. I carried my 35mm SLR in one for thousands of miles in the rain before going digital.

GeorgePaul

Carradice Carradry handlebar bag.

Cyclist0383

Ortleib is the be all and end all if waterproof bags. Everything they make is truly waterproof.

AdamDZ

Thanks for the advice. I like that Carradice bag, the Ortlieb bag is too expensive for my liking.

Adam

onbike 1939

If it's the size that's important, then this might interest you. Still expensive though.

https://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/cycle/7/Or...ag/5360028249/