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The Restrap Lightweight Race Hydration Vest and Aero Top Tube Bag Are Built for Speed

By Nic Morales on June 4, 2026

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Restrap has two fresh racing-oriented products: the Lightweight Race Hydration Vest and an Aero Top Tube bag. Made in Leeds, England, both are small and focused on packability in situations where speed is paramount. Dive in below for more on these new pieces of gear…

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The Restrap Switch Rack Direct Mount Adaptors Use Rear Rack Mounts

By Nic Morales on May 21, 2026

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Launched earlier this year, the Restrap Switch Rack is an axle-mounted rear rack system made for all kinds of bikes. Based on customer feedback, the brand has released an adaptor kit that allows the axle-mounted system to attach to rear rack mounts. Find details here…

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The New Restrap Switch Top Bag Features 15L of Storage

By Nic Morales on April 23, 2026

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Following the release of their axle-mounted rear rack system, the Switch Rack, Restrap from Leeds, UK, has announced a new bag made specifically for its modular attachment system. The Restrap Switch Top bag is said to be an aerodynamic, completely waterproof bag that works seamlessly with the Switch Rack. Read on for more on this new bag below…

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2026 Sea Otter Finds (Part 3): New Niner, Zero Drag Freehub, Two BTCHNs, Restrap Rack Bag, and More…

By Miles Arbour on April 20, 2026

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Reporting from the labyrinth that is the 2026 Sea Otter Classic, Miles is back with his third roundup of interesting new bikes and other finds from the expo. Part three showcases the new Niner RLT 9 Steel, electrochromic sunglasses, bikes from REEB and BTCHN’, a new rack-top bag from Restrap, and loads more. Find it all here…

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Collective Reward #239: Restrap Switch Rack

By Logan Watts on March 24, 2026

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For our 239th Collective Reward, we’re giving one randomly selected Bikepacking Collective member a Restrap Switch Rack and Cage—a clever, modular cargo system designed to bring rack functionality to nearly any modern thru-axle bike. Find details here…

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The New Restrap Switch Pannier 10L Doubles the Capacity

By Lucas Winzenburg on February 26, 2026

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Coinciding with today’s launch of the new Switch Rack, Restrap just announced a larger 10-liter version of their minimal, quick-release Switch Panniers. Learn more about the latest addition to the Switch ecosystem and watch a video of them in action here…

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Restrap Switch Rack Review

By Logan Watts on

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“What rack is that?” is a question we hear almost daily. Lately, the answer has often been the Restrap Switch Rack. After a couple of months of testing this modular, axle-mounted system and its Rack Cage platform, we share thoughts on fit, function, compatibility, and how it stacks up against other modern rack options. If you’ve spotted it and been curious, find our full review here…

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The Restrap Switch Rack can Carry up to 60 Pounds of Cargo

By Nic Morales on January 22, 2026

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The Restrap Switch Rack is a new cargo system from the Leeds, UK, brand that offers modularity and versatility in an aluminum package. For more on this new rack system, read on below…

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Restrap Does Vietnam (Film)

By Guest on December 25, 2025

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Catalyzed by a simple desire to ride fantastic roads and see landscapes vastly different from their own, “Restrap Does Vietnam” is the story accompanying the brand’s latest film, “Cảm ơn Việt Nam.” In it, four friends ride over mountain passes and jungle landscapes on a trip they’ll remember for the rest of their lives…

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It’s Almost Time for the Restrap Winter Solstice Century 2025

By Nic Morales on December 5, 2025

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The Restrap Winter Solstice Century 2025 is back and ready to motivate riders to get out for a big ride at the peak of winter. To learn more and get signed up for this biannual challenge, read on below…

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Restrap Race Saddle Bag Review

By Logan Watts on September 25, 2025

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After three years of real-world use, Logan weighs in on the Restrap Race Saddle Bag, a holster-and-drybag setup that’s genuinely waterproof and dropper-friendly. Dive into the review to hear why it’s become one of his go-to seat packs for packing light, plus the full verdict and pros/cons…

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Collective Reward #226: Restrap Switch Panniers

By Miles Arbour on September 24, 2025

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Following our review of the Restrap Switch Panniers, we’re giving away a set of these quick-release micro panniers for our 226th Collective Reward. One lucky Bikepacking Collective member will take home a brand-new pair. Learn more and sign up to support our work for a chance to win here…