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on: August 21, 2011, 05:30:40 PM
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nathan_b
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Did some searching and haven't been able to find a solution yet. I'm looking for a smaller seatbag. Not as small as the tools/spare tube/cell phone carriers that are easily found, but not as big as those gorgeous customs by Revelate or CDW. I'm looking for something in the middle, ideal to use on a day trip without using a backpack. I'm hoping to find something to carry lunch, rain gear, and a few other small odds and ends.
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Reply #1 on: August 21, 2011, 05:37:35 PM
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bmike-vt
Location: Horgen, Switzerland
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« Reply #1 on: August 21, 2011, 05:37:35 PM » |
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Ortlieb, I used their medium and large. Here is a pic of the large ( lending it to a friend)  Wil's Voodoo by mbeganyi, on Flickr |
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Reply #2 on: August 21, 2011, 06:32:18 PM
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mgindle
Location: Philadelphia, PA
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« Reply #2 on: August 21, 2011, 06:32:18 PM » |
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I've been having similar thoughts and have seen some of the bags that Ortlieb makes. They aren't as narrow at the nose and have a harsh corner for legs to rub on. I've actually been working on a a smaller than Revelate/CDW bag of my own. Send me a PM if you're interested.
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Reply #3 on: August 21, 2011, 06:58:54 PM
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GRAVELBIKE
Location: Boulder County, CO
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« Reply #3 on: August 21, 2011, 06:58:54 PM » |
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I really like the Ortlieb seatbags, but I've been unable to get the mounts to fit my Selle An-Atomica saddle (same problem with Sci-Con and Topeak, too).
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Reply #4 on: August 21, 2011, 07:26:09 PM
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Twins Guy
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« Reply #4 on: August 21, 2011, 07:26:09 PM » |
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check this out... http://www.banjobrothers.com/products/seat-bags/waterproof-saddle-trunk/I have a couple of their smaller seat bags which are well put together. This one has a waterproof liner which I believe is removable. Depending on the size of your lunch, rain gear and odds and ends might work. Banjobros is a Minnesota company so their stuff is all over the Twin Cities where I live but I don't know how well distributed it is throughout the rest of the country. Very reasonable prices and they are very generous supporters of our local bike clubs. All that being said-I love my revelate viscacha and you can always cinch/roll it down to carry a smaller load;) |
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Reply #5 on: August 21, 2011, 07:31:20 PM
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mgindle
Location: Philadelphia, PA
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« Reply #5 on: August 21, 2011, 07:31:20 PM » |
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I was recently on a 4 day hut to hut tour where 2 of those banjo brothers bags failed at their straps and had to be fully strapped to the seat with extra webbing.
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Reply #6 on: August 21, 2011, 08:51:15 PM
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Twins Guy
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« Reply #6 on: August 21, 2011, 08:51:15 PM » |
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well thats no good
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Reply #7 on: August 22, 2011, 05:08:01 AM
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nathan_b
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« Reply #7 on: August 22, 2011, 05:08:01 AM » |
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Thanks for the replies, will look into the Ortlieb and Banjo Bros offerings and see if we have a winner.
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Reply #8 on: August 22, 2011, 05:47:25 AM
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bmike-vt
Location: Horgen, Switzerland
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« Reply #8 on: August 22, 2011, 05:47:25 AM » |
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Also, Jandd Mountain Wedge 3, and the Jandd Tire Bag II.
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Reply #9 on: August 22, 2011, 05:49:51 AM
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AZTtripper
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« Reply #9 on: August 22, 2011, 05:49:51 AM » |
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Also, Jandd Mountain Wedge 3, and the Jandd Tire Bag II.
Jandd gear is bomb proof for sure. |
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Reply #10 on: August 22, 2011, 06:03:04 AM
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mgindle
Location: Philadelphia, PA
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« Reply #10 on: August 22, 2011, 06:03:04 AM » |
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Jandd is good stuff!
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Reply #11 on: August 22, 2011, 07:43:51 AM
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Slowerthensnot
Have fun and go far
Location: Idledale, CO
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« Reply #11 on: August 22, 2011, 07:43:51 AM » |
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another +1 for jandd.... also not real spendy
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Reply #12 on: August 22, 2011, 05:28:05 PM
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trebor
Location: Los Angeles, CA
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« Reply #12 on: August 22, 2011, 05:28:05 PM » |
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You may wish to check out the Sally Ride:  http://theporcelainrocket.wordpress.comScott makes NICE stuff!! |
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Rob Roberts
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Reply #13 on: August 22, 2011, 07:35:02 PM
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ClimberBoy
Location: Paonia, CO
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« Reply #13 on: August 22, 2011, 07:35:02 PM » |
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Personally- I have a Size Medium from Carousel and the way it compresses down on a small load is perfect for what you're talking about. I took mine on a solo day lap of the White Rim this Spring and it held a Down Jacket and Emergency bivy nice and tight....I wanted a little extra gear in case I had a serious mechanical and got stuck for the night...
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Reply #14 on: August 23, 2011, 08:03:46 AM
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GRAVELBIKE
Location: Boulder County, CO
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« Reply #14 on: August 23, 2011, 08:03:46 AM » |
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Broken link. Needs .com at the end. |
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Reply #15 on: August 23, 2011, 12:12:29 PM
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trebor
Location: Los Angeles, CA
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Rob Roberts
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Reply #16 on: October 18, 2011, 04:50:32 AM
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ltlquail
Location: Canberra, AUSTRALIA
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« Reply #16 on: October 18, 2011, 04:50:32 AM » |
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I have 2 of the ortlieb bags and they are great but the mount to th rails of your seat can be a bit tricky with some saddles. If this is the case they make an optional strap you can buy (or easy to make) for alternative mounting. I have the large in the plus and the medium in classic fabric. If you can go for the plus fabric version it is much lighter and more durable.
I never have problems hitting my legs and used mainly on audax rides I use large more often as you can roll it down to almost the same size as the medium but it can hold way more. I've had both for s couple of years now can't remember where I got them but I purchased one for my dad from wiggle he used it for pbp this year and was really happy with it.
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Reply #17 on: October 18, 2011, 04:19:10 PM
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ltlquail
Location: Canberra, AUSTRALIA
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« Reply #17 on: October 18, 2011, 04:19:10 PM » |
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Oops just realised how old this thread is.
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