Bikepacking Bags

Revelate Designs just released the Vole, an all new dropper post seat bag complete with an interesting strap design and a skid plate. Over the last few months we had the chance to beat the crap out of a prototype, and recently got a look at the production bag. Here’s the full review, video included…

Outer Shell’s beautifully crafted Drawcord Handlebar Bag is a multi-purpose accessory bag that offers the convenience of one-handed functionality, and when paired with their optional Stuff Sack Harness, has the ability to stow a drybag up front for added packing space. It just might be the ultimate all-in-one handlebar bag for commuting, long day rides, and bikepacking.

Porcelain Rocket just released Nigel, a new waterproof, roll-top, standalone handlebar bag designed to carry a camera, phone, gloves, snacks, and other goodies out on all-day gravel rides. We had the chance to give it a try…

With independent saddle rail straps, new buckles, and a revamped harness structure, the all new Revelate Terrapin System 8L is much more than just a compact version of its bigger brother. We had a chance to get ahold of one for this first look…

John Stewart takes a look at the Topeak Bikepacking Series kit, testing out the FrontLoader handlebar bag, TopLoader top tube bag, MidLoader frame bag, and BackLoader seat pack. See how they fared after several months of use…

The Rockgeist Gondola is a lightweight, dropper post compatible saddlebag that offers a race-ready, minimalist design and pairs well with any post out there. Here are Miles’ first impressions after a few months of fast and rowdy riding in British Columbia, and a look at why size isn’t everything when it comes to dropper post seat bags for bikepacking.

Outer Shell’s 137 Basket Bag is built to fit the sturdy cage of a Wald 137 wire basket. Although not designed specifically for toting a camera, various accessories make this a very appealing option for bikepacking shutterbugs, as well as anyone looking for a bag that’s both practical for camping trips and around town…

Thinking of converting from a traditional bike touring setup to bikepacking bags? Here’s how it went for Franzi and Jona mid-trip during their around-the-world journey. Plus, weight and volume analysis for ‘panniers vs bikepacking bags’, as well as a detailed insight into transforming your overweight bike touring kit to a slimline bikepacking rig and why you might consider such a metamorphosis…

The Swift Hinterland Zeitgeist Saddle Bag is not the typical go-to bag when people think of bikepacking, but the Xpac twist on a traditional saddlebag has proven to be a wonderful alternative to modern bikepacking seat packs. Spencer Harding got one of the first pre-production models and has tested it to no end. Here’s the full review…

Learn how make your own stem bag from old recycled gear in this step-by-step ‘MYOBG’ tutorial. Follow along as Neža makes a ‘snack bag’ (i.e. feed bag) from an old inflatable air mattress.

In part two of our 2017 Bikepacking Awards triptych, we recognize gear that’s made a lasting impression in categories, including ‘Best New Component’, ‘Best Tools’, and ‘Top 5 Bikepacking Bikes’, plus thoughts on the bikes that capture our interest most for 2018..

Here’s why we think every full-suspension bike should have a frame bag… even if you’re not a bikepacker. Plus, the full lowdown on different bag types, who builds them, what can actually fit into them, and two suggested pack lists.