Originally Posted by
tourbiker
Now my question... I showed my Topeak handlebar bag to the Lowepro sales rep today at a photo trade show and suggested that there may be a market for Lowepro to design a camera case for cycling. I've noticed that many cyclists on this forum mention their Lowepro bags. I'll see the reps again on Friday so, would there be enough interest in the cycling community for a specialty camera bag (such as Lowepro) for cyclists? Or, are their sufficient choices already on the market? Any comments or suggestions that I could pass along?
Thanks.
I would consider one if it was well designed for touring, but I am reasonably satisfied with the Nashbar Elite Handlebar Bag. It requires a bit of additional stiffening after a few thousand miles (It had sagged after a 4200 mile tour). The quick release has been known to release at an inappropriate times so I always tie a piece of cord as a safety. In thousands of miles it only released once when I hit a huge pothole. It held well over many miles of normal riding on rough roads.
As far as what I want to see in a bag...
- It needs to allow quick access.
- It needs to be waterproof.
- It needs to be easy to detatch and take with you.
- It needs to be able to handle rough roads.
- It needs to be able to carry a DSLR, a couple lenses, and misc. stuff like filters, snacks, cell phone, eyeglasses and other general stuff.
- A shoulder strap that stows out of the way when on the bike, but is easy to quickly use when off.