The Craft Cadence 21 liter backpack is a seam-sealed water-proof roll top backpack with surprising versatility. Roll top packs are common here in the rainy pacific northwest, as a water resistant pack is a requirement for year round bicycle commuting. However, durable, fully waterproof packs are often heavy, one-trick ponies, useful for commuting, but often […]
Review: Topeak PakGo Gearpack
The Topeak PakGo gearpack is a clever solution for organizing and transporting riding gear. Well thought out pockets and hardshell protective panels help keep items organized and your helmet protected in a surprisingly small overall form factor that is easy to stow. Features 3 compartments, 6 side pockets Capacity: 38L /2320 ci Size: 16.1″ x […]
Review: Patagonia Black Hole Duffel Bag (55L)
I’ve admired the lineup of Black Hole duffle bags from Patagonia for some time. Available in a range of colors and sizes, the Black Hole collection features durable, weather-resistant construction and materials. Removable shoulder straps and numerous lash points make for easy carry and provide options for strapping it down or attaching extra gear. The […]
Lighten Your Load with the Fernhill Co LTL Frame Bag
If you look at any of our trail bikes these days, you’ll see a black Fernhill Co LTL Frame bag strapped stepped to the frame. Inside this bag is a spare tube, tire lever or two, tire plugs, and a small multi-tool. Paired with a matching waist pack, I can carry everything I need for […]
Review: USWE Airborne Low-profile Hydration Pack 9L
When it comes to long rides, carrying a pack is the best way to tote a significant amount of water and gear. The downside to carrying a pack is that added weight of gear can adversely affect your ability to move and react quickly on the bike. Low profile packs like the Airborne series from […]
Evoc Hip Pouch & Race Belt
We’ve made an effort to use and test most of the waist packs out there but our experience with Euro-brand Evoc is limited, so it was time to take a closer look. Earlier this year we had a chance to get our hands on the Hip Pouch and Race Belt from Evoc bags. The Hip […]
STASHERS Modular Insulated Adventure Bags
Sometimes you just want to carry a few cold beers on a ride. The folks at STASHERS created their insulated bike bags to fill your brew toting needs. These triple insulated frame bags are designed to carry pint cans, tallboys, water bottles or wine bottle on your bike while you get rad on the trail. […]
Evoc Neo 16L Backpack featuring new Airshield System
Backpacks for mountain biking can get sweaty, so backpack makers are constantly coming up with solutions to enhance airflow and minimize back sweat. With the capabilities of modern trail bikes allowing us to aggressively ride trails we once would only brave on a gravity specific ride, additional armor and protection is a small investment to […]
Review: Wild Bike Elements Frame Bag
Saddles bags are useful for carrying small riding essentials like a multi-tool, spare tube, levers and the like, but they can be awkward on a modern mountain bike. Not only can they interfere with the operation of an adjustable height post, but the high location can have an effect on the handling of the bike. […]
Gregory Endo 15 3-D Hydro Pack Review
Gregory is best known as a backpacking brand, and to be honest, I wasn’t that familiar with the line previous to receiving the Endo 15 to test. However, it’s clear that when they decided to enter the MTB market they were going to do it right, as the Gregory Endo 15 hydration pack is loaded with […]
Dakine Hot Laps Stealth Bike Waist Bag
Wearing a shirt with pockets for carrying stuff may work while riding a road bike, but mountain biking takes place in mountains and not road. Stuff tends to disappear out of pockets which is why our go-to solution is the waist pack. Sometimes you don’t want or need to carry much, and for those times, […]
DoucheBags Savage Bike Travel Case
The Savage Bike Bag from douchebags features a unique roll cage design to protect your bike during the rigors of air travel. Inspired by the roll cage design utilized in race cars, the internal frame protects your frame and components while providing structure to the bag. The Savage design offers the protection of a […]