Strapping a few bags to a bike is nothing new. But as bikepacking grows in popularity, bag makers are pushing the norm with new bags and innovations. Find reviews and insights in the posts below.
The new Ibis Bone-in Pork Chop frame bag features a strapless design with a “bone” that locks the bag into place. We were interested in this new approach to bike bag construction, so we got one to try out. Here are impressions and details after two months of riding with it…
Ortlieb recently launched the fully waterproof Fork-Pack, an interesting new quick-release, roll-top pack designed to add 4.1 liters of packing space to each fork leg (with or without eyelets). We had the chance to put some miles on one for this first look video review, complete with an installation guide…
Handmade in Bellingham, Washington, the High Above Venture is a small hip pack with a unique Fidlock magnetic closure and bottle mounting system that might just be the quickest out there. Read on for Miles’ thoughts after some local riding in his new backyard in Powell River, BC…
Rockgeist just launched three new products: the Armadillo Dry Bag Protector, Argonaut Dyneema Dry Bag, and Bolt-On Stake Bag. We had the opportunity to give them a try on our local trails for this exclusive first look…
Using a new “ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene” fabric, the Revelate Pronghorn handlebar system just got even more durable. We had a chance to try it out ahead of today’s launch. Find the details here…
Released to coincide with the end of daylight saving time, the new Wiz Viz collection from London-based Wizard Works features three bags designed with maximum visibility in mind. Find an overview and our first impressions of the Wiz Viz Lil Presto and Teeny Houdinis here…
You’ve likely heard of the Fidlock magnetic water bottle cage system, but Stealth has now adopted this technology for their new Top-Loader to create a quick attach/detach top tube bag system. Neil tested this innovative bag for a good portion of the summer. Check it out in our latest video review…
A top tube bag is an especially handy addition to a bikepacking kit, or any bike luggage setup for that matter. Being an ideal cubby hole for stashing snacks and small items, they’re great accessories for any ride, no matter the distance. We often hear top tube bags referred to as ‘gas tanks’ thanks to […]
Salsa’s EXP Series Anything Cradle and Anything Cage Systems have recieved some major updates—including a new Top-Load Dry Bag, redesigned Front Pouch and Anything Cage Bag, and some fresh new EXP Series Rubber Straps. Here’s a first look at everything…
The Tumbleweed T Rack and Mini Pannier Rack are incredibly useful for both long trips and local “bike glamping” overnighters alike. Find out why Logan and Virginia have become devotees over the last year, and read the full review of both Tumbleweed racks here…
Revelate Designs just released the new ToolCash Wallet, an elegantly designed compact tool storage system with a few interesting features. We had the chance to give one a go for a couple of weeks prior to launch. Here are all the details…
Released today, the new JPaks DropperPak is a mid-sized dropper post seat bag that’s lightweight, stable, and works in conjunction with the Wolf Tooth Valais. We’ve been testing one for a couple of months for this exclusive first review to coincide with today’s release…
