So I've been mulling over some thoughts in my head of late about hip bags. I think I definitely want one-- so I can tote around my mini-U and some other useful things without the summer sweaty back.

I had a person or two who i contacted about making a bag-- but I may not have the time since my lease is up june 1st and I will be out of this town (and who knows where) in the very near future... thus I might turn to the ready made bag to get a quick fix.

I've been comparing the Zugster/ReLoad/ChicagoWIG/Sea Gull one and have finally favored the Chicago one above others because the U-Lock is on the outside (which eliminates a metal bulky metal thing butting up against your hip... and could potentially reduce damage the U-Lock causes if you fall ON the hip bag/fanny pack.)

The only thing that I'm hesitant about with the WIG bag is its tapered shape. Anyone have this and compared it to the Sea Gull's or reLoad's bag? I like the traditional / more rectangular shape... and the aesthetics. but in the end it's the practicality of the bag shape/stowage space that makes me hesitate with the WIG. Also-- is the WIG pack comfy on your hip and not just the small of your back?


People have also been throwing freight in the mix-- but is there a page I can visit?

links for WIG:
http://www.fixedgeargallery.com/revi...wig/index.html
http://web.mac.com/chicagowig/iWeb/w...20sack%20.html

links for reload (scroll down):
http://reloadbags.com/bags/list.php?t=accessories

seagull:
http://www.fixedgeargallery.com/revi...pbags/seagull/

Thanks in advance for your advice/time.