Waist packs are our favorite way to tote gear with us on rides, and we’ve accumulated a small collection of them over the last few years, seeking the ideal carry solution. When PNW Components announced they were coming out with their take on the hip pack, we were looking forward to spending time with it, […]
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 […]
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, […]
Review: Ortlieb Waterproof HipPack 2
Ortlieb packs are a common sight on bike lanes during the wet Portland winters, as some they’re known as some of the most weather proof options available. The Hip Pack 2, Ortlieb’s take on the waist pack is unsurprisingly waterproof as well, making it an excellent choice for riders in the Pacific Northwest seeking alternatives […]
Review: Camelbak Palos 4LR Waistpack
Over the last few seasons we’ve been exploring alternative ways to carry our trail riding essentials. We’ve tried utilizing seat bags, stuffing jersey and short pockets in addition to strapping tools to our bikes. While many of these solutions have been worked, our favorite solution has been a waist pack. Waist packs, AKA bum bags or fanny […]
Ditching the Pack Part III: 5 more ways to carry stuff without a pack
We’re always on the lookout for new ideas and products that enhance our capacity for hauling gear on our rides – especially when we’re not that far from home.