Frame Bag for Giant Anthem 27.5

Topic Name: Frame Bag for Giant Anthem 27.5

on: November 20, 2015, 03:13:35 PM

ice-breaker

Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Posts: 12

Frame Bag for Giant Anthem 27.5

« on: November 20, 2015, 03:13:35 PM »

First post here. I am just getting into bikepacking and am gearing up for a 2016 trip on the Canadian section of the GDMBR. I ride a 2015 Giant Anthem 27.5 (2) XL, and am having a difficult time determining what readily available frame bags would fit this bike. I am hoping to maximize use of the triangle, but of course, I do not want the bag to interfere with the operation of the rear shock. I am hoping that someone out there has the same bike and has found a frame bag that works well. I have already purchased a handlebar bag and a seat post bag, so the frame bag is the last piece of this puzzle. Any help would be appreciated.

regards
Dave


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Topic Name: Frame Bag for Giant Anthem 27.5

Reply #1 on: November 20, 2015, 03:42:02 PM

Yagi

Location: Fort Collins, CO
Posts: 152

Re: Frame Bag for Giant Anthem 27.5

« Reply #1 on: November 20, 2015, 03:42:02 PM »

Check out Porcelain Rocket - Scott (the owner of PR) is just south of you in Calgary. Exceptional craftsmanship, and a helluva guy. Most of my bags are from him.

Good luck!

Steve


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Topic Name: Frame Bag for Giant Anthem 27.5

Reply #2 on: November 21, 2015, 08:16:08 AM

ice-breaker

Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Posts: 12

Re: Frame Bag for Giant Anthem 27.5

« Reply #2 on: November 21, 2015, 08:16:08 AM »

I am aware of the PR bags and their high quality. Unfortunately the price for their frame bags is also quite high. I am hoping that someone else on this forum with a similar bike frame to mine will have a more economical alternative. If not, PR is an option.

Has anyone bought one of the two sizes of Scout Bikepacking frame bags offered through Giant? They look to be a decent quality and price, unfortunately the sizing info on the Giant web site sucks and they don't respond well to inquiries.


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Topic Name: Frame Bag for Giant Anthem 27.5

Reply #3 on: December 22, 2015, 05:30:39 PM

ice-breaker

Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Posts: 12

Re: Frame Bag for Giant Anthem 27.5

« Reply #3 on: December 22, 2015, 05:30:39 PM »

Well I have contacted PR and ordered a frame bag. The owner (Scott) has been very responsive and easy to deal with. Only downside is that they are so busy at the moment that the backlog on orders is about three months. Good thing it is winter here now and I don't need the bag immediately. Should be all set for Bikepacking in the spring.


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Topic Name: Frame Bag for Giant Anthem 27.5

Reply #4 on: December 29, 2015, 08:45:41 PM

mishmash

Posts: 1

Re: Frame Bag for Giant Anthem 27.5

« Reply #4 on: December 29, 2015, 08:45:41 PM »

I have a 2015 anthem 27.5 in a size medium. I had a custom bag done up by BBD in the eastern states (of Australia)...see the pic below. Worked well, just need to be aware of the usual frame rub issues and use some clear 3M if your frame is new. BBD also stock Oveja Negra bags, and their garage TT bag is amazing!

https://www.flickr.com/gp/134922683@N04/wg834N