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07-08-12 | 08:20 AM

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Rowan

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Yeah, the clearance issue is moot with the bagmans on Brooks saddles. I can't tell you what the clearances were on the three saddles they were fitted to, although the one on the tandem does have a Thudbuster seatpost which does limit cleaerance, and I had no issues there.

And yes, Wiggle is where I sourced mine.

07-08-12 | 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by antokelly

and what clearence do you need on the rails for the support to fit.
i only have 1.5 inch or 30mm of rail showing so will it fit.
BTW wiggle.co.uk have them at a good price postage free .

The clamp on my Bagman QR looks to be about 15mm long. FYI, I got my Carradice and Bagman from Peter White Cycles.

07-08-12 | 10:18 AM

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thanks for that then i should have plenty of space on the rails.
just ordered one from wiggle went for expedition, the QR was to expensive 55euro.

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07-08-12 | 11:42 AM

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the Bagman QR clamp part can be bought, additionally, and retrofitted..
IDK why Wiggle refuses to stock both versions. Exp without , but the other with..

07-08-12 | 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by fietsbob

the Bagman QR clamp part can be bought, additionally, and retrofitted..
IDK why Wiggle refuses to stock both versions. Exp without , but the other with..

i was brouseing trough carradice site and they have a new support looks good too.
ah i'll give this one a try out see if it does the job,
i'm thinking of heading to Donegal sometime during the week if the weather picks up bloody lashing here all week.

07-08-12 | 12:56 PM

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rain let up on the 4th here.. drying trend? one can only hope..

07-08-12 | 02:19 PM

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yeah but now you got loads of sunshine

07-08-12 | 02:23 PM

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thanks for that then i should have plenty of space on the rails.
just ordered one from wiggle went for expedition, the QR was to expensive 55euro.

The QR version is a very nice luxury! Great to be able to pop the bag off the rack in 2 seconds and carry it with you when you stop. With a little care, the attachment loops won't pull into the bag and you'll be able to reinstall it just as fast. I bought the QR because it was the only thing in stock when I ordered, but now that I have it I'm very happy that it's the version I ended up with...

07-08-12 | 02:34 PM

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if this works out i'll buy the QR at a later date carradice have a new version of it better supported by the looks of it.

07-09-12 | 12:56 PM

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i have a set of super-c rear paniers, i just can't fault them

07-10-12 | 03:54 PM

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What do you use to waterproof your Carradice bags? I've used a spray wax, but the nozzle keeps clogging up. I'd like to find something that I could just rub in.

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07-10-12 | 04:19 PM

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What do you use to waterproof your Carradice bags? I've used a spray way, but the nozzle keeps clogging up. I'd like to find something that I could just rub in.

They are pretty much waterproof already. The fibres in the cotton swell as they get wet and prevent water penetration. Sounds crazy, but seems to work.

07-10-12 | 05:06 PM

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What do you use to waterproof your Carradice bags? I've used a spray way, but the nozzle keeps clogging up. I'd like to find something that I could just rub in.

I use Re-proofing wax. I have a tin that came from Carradice, but they are apparently out of it at the moment. Martexin makes one too, I have never used it on a Carradice bag but I know people that do use it on capes and hats.

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07-11-12 | 01:16 AM

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They are pretty much waterproof already. The fibres in the cotton swell as they get wet and prevent water penetration. Sounds crazy, but seems to work.

Yes, but Carradice does recommend they be treated every once in a while.

07-11-12 | 01:27 AM

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That looks like a quality product, but I doubt it's available in my neck of the woods. I'll probably have to settle for the stuff they use on Barbour waxed jackets, which is most likely paraffin based and will smell to high heaven while I'm applying it.

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07-11-12 | 01:52 AM

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07-11-12 | 03:02 AM

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Tibet 2011

excellent pic that looks like a rough place to ride a bike.

07-11-12 | 12:07 PM

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I got my Barley last night and it is as cool as I thought it would be.Cant wait to use it.

07-12-12 | 10:06 AM

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I went a slightly different route and got the Zimbale 18 liter bag. Very similar to the Carradice's, I have to admit I was originally swayed by disliking the white leather trim on the black Carradice's. My Zimbale is holding up excellently and made quite well.

I do also have a Carradice Cape Roll, although I use it rarely, I love it for what it is, a great bit of kit. Likewise the SQR bag support, it makes removing my bag everyday a breeze! Totally worth the $.