Hi All,

I wanted to ask if anyone has used a couple of small bags separately. Both of these are made to work with big roll type bags, but can be used separately. This sounds good, as you could use them on daily trips but still use them on longer trips that would include a roll type bag.

Ortlieb Accessory Pack Handlebar Bag ($75) 100% waterproof

Revelate Pocket Bag ($47) strongly water resistant

It shows the Ortlieb bag inside the Jones Loop bars on the Jones Bikes page. It fits in the loop, but might interfere with hand positions.

I also wondered about mounting either of these on the front of the Jones Loops, but I assume it will sway hanging off the front, but might be fine. Both are praised for being easy to take on and off to carry with you.

The other option is a dedicated separate daily bag that probably couldn't be used with a roll. I have also looked at the "in the loop" bags, like the Banana Hammock. That one looks nice, and I am told you can get it deeper than than the standard 3". However, these don't look like they would be as useful when combined with a roll type pack. There is a nice sized one from BikeBagDude in Australia, but I assume it would be very expensive with shipping. The Jones branded one is very small, but also insulated, and costs $100. Really too small for me.

There are lots and lots of options out there, but not as many that are waterproof. I am looking for something large enough to hold an iPhone Plus, a wallet, and a couple glasses cases. I currently use a small nylon bag that is very handy for the above, but not at all water resistant. I've looked at a couple stem bags, like the Alpkit Stem Cell Dry bag and Bedrock Tapeats. Both look very nice, but seem a little small for the phone.

I suppose a non waterproof bag with a dry bag or even a ziplock bag is a cheaper option, but waterproof would be nice. It is a pain taking the bag off and getting everything out to dry. Thanks for any thoughts or experiences!

BTW, the Rogue Panda Highline only requires 5" of seat post. People say they are able to fit the Relevate Designs Pika bag on a medium ECR... I am 5' 9" and have only 4.5" of exposed seat post on mine, so probably typical. It seems to be a good choice for minimum seat post length.

I just bought one and took it on a 13 mi ride. I did feel the seatpost clamp slightly when I locked my legs, but only when sitting forward in the seat. Probably depends on the size of your legs, I am on the heavy side. Certainly fine when just pedaling. The clamp could maybe be rounded. I don't think it will bother me.

Fits fine with 4" of seat post below the rails. I like the design. The bag is easy to take off and on. I added an extra strap to help hold it down when carrying minimal stuff on my everyday rides. I haven't tried it really full! The support from the rack to keep it off the 29+ wheel (I have a medium ECR) plus helping prevent sway was a big draw for me.