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Top 5 | Best Active Messenger
…The Chrome Industries Buran III is what most people think of when you say “bike messenger”. While the Buran has enough volume to carry a small horse, Chrome has opted for commuter-centric organization with lots of pockets and tech sleeves, rather than an empty hole that we often see on dedicated bike messenger bags. To give you an idea of just how much the very conservatively 24L Buran can hold; I was able to fit every single bag in this list insi…
The Hunt for the Perfect Bike Bag
…hallenge in finding the right form of carry. In addition, being a bit of a bike snob means that I want, no NEED, my carry to match the aesthetic of my bike. Here she is, check it. Beautifully lugged vintage Ishiwata 022 steel frame, hand-built from a small company so hipster that no bike mechanic has heard of it, Brooks saddle and full campy components, save for the Mavic Open Pro rims…bored yet? Okay, I’ll shut up about the bike and get back to b…
Oregon Manifest | Utility Bikes
…So when the Oregon Manifest started a competition to improve the ‘utility bike’, we got a bit excited. They tee’d up all sorts of awesome bike builders, designers, thinkers and tinkerers to rethink the way a bike can carry you and your bits. And the results have just landed… We’ve tried to pick out a few of the highlights, but this stuff is good enough that you should head over to the main website, or even follow some of the project thinking at t…
Mac Ride :: A child’s bike seat for riding off-road
…r, I wanted to share my love of off-road adventure with my kids. But kids’ bike seats are usually mounted on the rear of the adult bike and meant only for street use. So I developed Mac Ride.” “Mac Ride is a bike seat that is mounted between the rider and handlebar. It’s suitable for riding on trails and is fully adjustable for any size bike and child. Mac Ride is incredibly strong, lightweight and easy to install. Best of all it’s super fun and i…
Two Wheel Gear :: Making a Classic
…lly nailed their core product offerings, they can start “tweaking with different sizes, materials and evolving features.” Does that mean we’ll soon see something a little more niche and old-school? Say, a Classic for the most classic of bikes? “Although cool, I think the commuting days on the penny-farthing are behind us.” With all the vision Reid has for Two Wheel Gear, we can’t fault him for one blindspot. *Big thanks to the cool crew at Two Whe…
Orucase Saddle Bag HC and Smuggler HC Handlebar Bag Review
…the practical lifetime of the product, so you’re covered there. All in all, considering the point of use, the material choices, and R&D, these bags are a solid choice for any cyclist who is racing, commuting, or bikepacking. This article was written by Gino Romano, industrial designer, cyclist, minimalist and master of carry memes. Follow his adventures on Instagram….
3 Ways to Shop Online from Japan and Buy Japanese Gear
…kpacks and messenger bags to belts and, yes, even a coffee koozie for your bike, Resistant’s line of bike-centric gear is worth a look. Bonus points: they ship direct to overseas customers. 6. Blue Lug How to buy: Directly through their website. A bicycle shop with experience in the bike carry world, Blue Lug carries a great range of totes, backpacks, pouches, and bike bags made from quality, water-resistant materials. You can also purchase a vari…
Drive By :: BO Gear Spare Camel
…are perpetually wet from melting snow, and despite having a mudguard on my bike, the bag often gets totally covered in water from a bike commute. I’ve also carried the bag through brief rain showers. So far so good – I find I can just get a towel and wipe the bag and it’s virtually dry and good to go. “…the bag has handled itself well so far in bad weather.” However, the outer pocket which sits right behind the PALS webbing isn’t completely water…
Best Active Shoulder Bag Champion | Carry Awards IX
…opriate functionality and style. All in a piece that moves nimbly from the bike to two feet. A refined take on a bike-friendly work messenger, it’s a solid choice for daily commutes and bike trips about town. Inspiring work, Apidura! Ally Capellino Kenny Bike carry and fashion-forward aesthetics don’t often go together. But Ally Capellino asks the simple question, “Why not?” Followed up with the simple and elegant Kenny satchel. Built with lightwe…
Brooks :: A History of Bicycle Carry
…ay. Who else do you respect in Bike Carry? Why? There are a lot of inspired brands in carry today, too many to list. But it is often rather obvious who is really passionate about what they are doing and who is just making bags. You guys know bikes, what’s your favourite bike route to travel for leisure and why? Any route with a good surface, nice scenery, and room for cyclists to travel safely is fine by us. What’s next for Brooks? Brooks will be…
The Best Messenger Bags for Tech, Travel, and EDC (2023)
…e for 11″ or 13″ tech. Add in the ambidextrous strap and you get a stylish commuting companion for on and off the bike. Brooks England Strand (US$108) The Brooks England Strand exudes pared-back professionalism with its clean design made from weatherproof coated nylon and Cordura. Inside you’ll find a padded laptop compartment and pockets for small items, while an exterior back pocket stores quick-access items. And for carry comfort on the go, the…
The 20 Best Laptop Backpacks Under $125
…hile the eye-catching aesthetics will draw admiring glances whether you’re commuting or meandering to your local park or cafe. Greenroom136 Rainmaker (~US$122) If you love lots of options for organizing your gear, the Greenroom136 Rainmaker should be on your carry radar. The pack’s three compartments, wide choice of pockets and interior webbing let you store a range of EDC, work or travel items tidily on the move. The bag fits up to a 15″ laptop w…
Drive By :: Timbuk2 Especial Raider Backpack
…an interesting point. 100% of the time, you don’t need a dry bag for your bike commute. 99% of the time, you don’t even need a waterproof liner. I live in Seattle and will own that my tolerance for rain is slightly higher than most folks, but when commuting to/from work I never carry a “waterproof” bag. Ever. The body panel and shoulder straps are covered with a lightweight 3D mesh which felt nice in hand, but I found it to be slightly scratchy o…
Apidura Release Lightweight Everyday Commuter Backpack
…ms to effortlessly adapt to a variety of environments, both on and off the bike. Urban cycling and bikepacking face similar challenges. Protecting gear when poor weather strikes. Ensuring gear is suitably safe and secure against bumps and scrapes. And equally important, delivering user comfort and a thoughtful carry design that’s intuitive and straightforward to use. But urban cycling naturally has its own challenges, which the City Series and t…
Interbike 2011 Carrology Report
…pack company we all took through Europe has quite an extensive offering of bike specific packs. The one that really stood out for me was the Superbike 18EXP. Of course, it includes the regular perks like a helmet holder and rain cover but what really puts this over the top is an integrated windshield vest. Imagine having a wind/water-resistant vest built right into your pack? It retails for $119. Most of the packs fall under one of two categories…
Outer Shell Hip Slinger Review
…if you’re doing a longer ride and 1. You don’t have any more room in your bike bags, or 2. Don’t have bike bags 3.Camera/gear needs on trail I typically don’t like to carry anything on my back (even jersey pockets) if I don’t have to. But I signed up for a very long self-supported race, and needed some extra carry capacity for food, tools and an extra jacket that just wasn’t going to fit in my handlebar bag and jersey pockets alone. I’ve ridden w…
Week In Review ~ 10 August
…the curb (possibly literally) because it’s a struggle to mount it to your bike? YNOT Cycle’s Pan-Yay line of bike bags may be just the solution you’re after. Rather than having to work around your bag, the Pan-Yay bags work around your lifestyle and particular bike. Thanks to adjustable hardware the bags are compatible with most bike racks, accommodating racks up to 16mm thick. In addition to a pannier, the hardware has been applied to various ot…
Creating a Frame Bag for your Bike
…a like this really opens up a lot of options to what you can carry on your bike. If you, like Rob, include a front and back pannier along with the frame bag you will be creating a lot of extra space on your bike. With the benefit being a still streamlined overall shape for the rider making it easier to navigate thru any obstacles, etc. If you get the chance to take a good look at the images and read Rob’s post about it, you will notice the extra l…
Carrying Bike Locks
…craziness. In the meantime, here’s a few of the easier ways to carry your bike lock: There are all sorts of belt loops being offered, from leather to nylon webbing. Personally we prefer to jam the lock behind our regular belts, but we are not normal (in any way whatsoever). Many bike oriented backpacks and messenger bags now include a U-Lock holder. Incase and Mission Workshop are two of the better ones. And we’re not quite sure what is going on…
Road Tests :: Bagjack Next Level Messenger
…nough stuff. Europe, on the other hand, knows a thing or two about bicycle commuting, and when Germany’s Bagjack was kind enough to send over one of their Next Level messenger bags for a Road Test I was excited to see how they’ve addressed these problems. Vitals Make: Bagjack Model: Next Level Messenger Price: 499,00 EUR – 639,00 EUR (549,00 EUR as tested) Place of Manufacture: Berlin, Germany Claims to fame: converts from functional messenger bag…
8 Laptop Backpacks for the Budget-Conscious Commuter
…and a tech sleeve that fits up to 13″ devices. The exterior front base pocket is useful for bulkier items like laptop chargers, while a padded back panel and shoulder straps take care of your commuting comfort. Enjoyed this article? Why not check out these too: The Best Laptop Backpacks for Professionals The Best Backpacks for Everyday City Commuting…
Chrome Industries Avail Backpack Review
…great option for daily commutes in the urban world, transitioning from on-bike to off-bike adventures seamlessly whilst being super comfortable. If you love Chrome and are keen to try this, you’ll be blown away by the increase in comfort. It’s certainly worth a run. If you need more capacity, rapid access or absolute waterproofness, you may need to look elsewhere. This guest post is written by Howard Brittain, photographer, cyclist and all-round…
Ortlieb Atrack BP Review
…el for commuting, travel, and even rafting. The bag was tested in everyday bike commuting conditions, local mixed terrain trails, and a one-night bikepacking ride. Who It Suits The Ortlieb Atrack BP is for the bikepacker, bike commuter, and adventure traveler who is looking for a very advanced technical bag offering great features and top-notch construction. The pack is perfectly designed to fit your body contour while riding a bicycle in all type…
Brooks Pickwick Cotton Canvas Backpack 12L Review
…DLINESS: The fact that this bag is missing several features critical for a bike bag really doesn’t place this bag well for being a true “cycling” bag. If this bag was at least waterproofed better, then I think it could be well suited for very casual/light riding. VOLUME: I typically only carried my laptop and a few sketchbooks, a pen case and several tiny accessories in this bag, which was perfect for me. If you needed to carry anything more, suc…
Week In Review ~ 27 March
…the bag in action via the Aster Indiegogo campaign. Getting a lockdown on bike theft Unfortunately securely chaining your bike doesn’t guarantee you won’t come back to find your saddle or wheels missing. But the Hexlox provides peace of mind in an unobtrusive and easy-to-use form. Quick to install and remove, the Hexlox is a combination of a lock and personal key. Designed to work with standard hex bolts, the Hexlox effectively turns a bolt into…
Bag Collectors :: Greg Davis
…s Cordura 500 daypack SEALLINE URBAN PACK, MED = Great waterproof pack for bike commuting and paddling ILE SADDLE BAG = Holds the essentials for flat tire fix, plus its Multi-cam pattern is cool OSPREY DAYLITE (40th ANNIVERSARY PROMO EDITION) = Great for day trips on the road MYSTERY RANCH SWEET PEA = Bomber daypack/overnight bag PATAGONIA SURFBOARD BAG = Padded and made with reflective metallic fabric so wax doesn’t melt JANDD SNOWBOARD BAG = Lon…
Best Active Backpack Finalists – The Eighth Annual Carry Awards
…ycling, there’s no reason this versatile pack can’t accompany you when the bike stays home. Chrome Industries Barrage Pro One of the foremost names in urban bike carry, Chrome Industries knows a thing or two about creating tough bags for demanding cycling use. The Barrage Pro gets the nod of approval from professional bike messengers thanks to its gear-hauling capabilities, with an adjustable exterior cargo net handling a variety of bulky loads. T…
Top 5: Best Specialist 2020
…r Thule, a brand who already makes some of the best gear for carrying your bike. Why not make traveling with your bike even smoother? It’s also not the first-ever bike-focused duffel bag on the market. Brands like OGIO and Dakine have duffels with helmet and shoe compartments. For some reason even after taking both of these points into consideration, there’s still something novel about the concept of this bag that feels the most original of all th…
Chrome Industries :: HQ Visit
…say Hasta la vista to the guys. Stepping out in the SF sun, churning the day’s hangout round in my head. There’s good feelings drifting up: Chrome’s a brand actively working to help more city folk with carry solutions. Whilst holding onto their heritage with a tight biker-grip. Driven all by a team living the no-BS-bike-all-day mantra. In a HQ hunkered down in SF: a testing ground as gritty and diversified as the brand itself. A brand, for me, tha…
Huayhuash Carry — Joey Schusler Interview
…t advice would you give people who are planning this kind of way-out-there bike camping adventure? It might be wise to start on something smaller. We bit off an extremely ambitious adventure for our first real bike packing escapade. Try something for 2-3 days closer to home to get your setups dialed before doing something big. It’s a lot of pain and suffering to lug all the gear over huge mountains, but always worth it in the end. Get out there, t…