Do you use something like Surly 24 pack rack ? I thought it would be better than a handlebar bag but then the extra weight ... :-) things are adding up and when you need to go uphill in the snow it gets to a point when you just have to get off the bike and push :-)
Originally Posted by
indyfabz
I used to normally carry my sleeping bag on my front rack platform and will still do on occasions when I need extra room for food. I also carried my tent on my front rack platform during two extended tours. And I have used the platform for firewood runs.