Need a new bike pack
10-01-07, 06:47 PM
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Hi, Yen... I just got the Arkel Tail Rider. Not inexpensive (ha!), but... this is my mid life crisis bike so what the heck! It's sleek, expandable and out of the way. I just Don't want anything on my handlebars.
I also like the axiom Columbus which has drop down sides to stow more stuff. It's half the $ and a no car guy at my LBS has one. But somehow I just didn't fall in love with it. Did you get a new bike?
I also like the axiom Columbus which has drop down sides to stow more stuff. It's half the $ and a no car guy at my LBS has one. But somehow I just didn't fall in love with it. Did you get a new bike?
10-01-07, 07:34 PM
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10-02-07, 04:56 AM
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10-02-07, 09:40 AM
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10-02-07, 09:47 AM
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That's no kickstand either. It's a sharp stick that he rams up his butt before each ride.
10-02-07, 09:49 AM
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I really don't like to ride with stuff on my back and I do ride with saddle pack. Having a tube, phone, CO2 cartridges etc in my pockets is just a hassle for me and since I am usually soaked with sweat afetr a ride everything has to be stored in plastic. I recently purchase a Trek pack, it was a bit pricey but I like the side opening pocket.
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07-04-08, 11:39 AM
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check out the akrapack (www.akrapack.com) its a large frame bag that fits in alot of different frame sizes and might work well
07-04-08, 11:47 AM
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I have, and sometimes use on 100 milers this Cannondale bag. Big for a seat bag, but not frightening.
I hve this top tub bag for really long rides. I like it better then my Bento Box top tube bag
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Tricia has this Topeak for her cell on her commuter. It's smaller tan this photo makes it loo.
I hve this top tub bag for really long rides. I like it better then my Bento Box top tube bag
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Tricia has this Topeak for her cell on her commuter. It's smaller tan this photo makes it loo.
07-04-08, 01:34 PM
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Wow! Nice to see this thread resurrected. I forgot about it and never came back to say "thanks" for the replies and post an update.
I ended up getting the Topeak Compact Handlebar Bag when I bought the Roubaix. Sure, it isn't the coolest, sleekest one out there, but I wanted something roomy enough for cell phone, camera, snacks, sleeves, and whatever else I might need to pack for and during long organized rides. It mounts on the front of the handlebars in a clamp and can be removed and worn as a fanny pack or carried by the handle on top. It also has a mesh pocket in the top where I put my ID or other flat items. I can easily reach for bite-size snacks while riding instead of reaching back behind me. It comes with a waterproof cover that looks like a small golden-yellow shower cap. It's black, so it matches my bike.
I ended up getting the Topeak Compact Handlebar Bag when I bought the Roubaix. Sure, it isn't the coolest, sleekest one out there, but I wanted something roomy enough for cell phone, camera, snacks, sleeves, and whatever else I might need to pack for and during long organized rides. It mounts on the front of the handlebars in a clamp and can be removed and worn as a fanny pack or carried by the handle on top. It also has a mesh pocket in the top where I put my ID or other flat items. I can easily reach for bite-size snacks while riding instead of reaching back behind me. It comes with a waterproof cover that looks like a small golden-yellow shower cap. It's black, so it matches my bike.
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07-04-08, 03:36 PM
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The moral is, don't forget what's in your pocket...
07-04-08, 03:50 PM
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I don't know... if I can't carry it in my wedge and jersey (or jacket) pockets, I don't need it
When I'm on the LeMond which has no under saddle wedge (or anything else) I carry it all* in my jersey pockets. If I take my camera, I velcro strap the case to the top tube or just carry the camera -sans case- in my jersey. I mean, if the pros can carry water bottles in their jersey pockets...
*what is "it all"? Cell phone, multi-tool/tire levers/patch kit (tube stuffed in the saddle rails), garage door opener, iPod (when I use it). Inhaler and issues. Sometimes my Cleat cover and camera, too.
When I'm on the LeMond which has no under saddle wedge (or anything else) I carry it all* in my jersey pockets. If I take my camera, I velcro strap the case to the top tube or just carry the camera -sans case- in my jersey. I mean, if the pros can carry water bottles in their jersey pockets...
*what is "it all"? Cell phone, multi-tool/tire levers/patch kit (tube stuffed in the saddle rails), garage door opener, iPod (when I use it). Inhaler and issues. Sometimes my Cleat cover and camera, too.
07-05-08, 09:10 PM
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I carry my cell phone, snacks and digital camera in the pockets of my jersey. I've never had a problem losing anything. Arm warmers can also be stored in the jersey pockets or just slip them down around your wrists.
If you decide on a handlebar bag be sure it doesn't interfere with any of your cables.
If you decide on a handlebar bag be sure it doesn't interfere with any of your cables.
07-05-08, 10:42 PM
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I use a Bento Box (on the top tube) for my cell phone, because I can hear it better. I carry my little camera there, too. I have three different sizes of underseat bags. Right now, I have the smallest wedge on, will go to the middle when I get back to wearing arm warmers. I used a still-larger expandable when I have arms, legs and a wind breaker to stuff on longer rides.
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