![]() ![]() There is a feel of countryside picnics and rolling grassy hills when you look at the details of the bag, like the roll-top closure and the thick canvas or leather materials.īrooks Saddle Challenge Tool Bag Carradiceįor all of you looking for something a little more old skool, the British company, Carradice, has saddle bags that are a throw-back to the days of yore, when you could find men in derbies and paperboy caps, ladies that wore gloves on a regular basis and a traditional charm that is unmistakable. You can even find a wire basket option with handle that you can detach. ![]() Following in its leather crafting tradition, Brooks also offers a series of canvas and leather bags for your bike. Originally a leather goods store, it is more known for its hand-crafted bike saddles that have changed little since its first appearance in the 1880s. The touring bag is notoriously known for its spaciousness and rugged quality. They are waterproof and constructed so that if you are caught in the rain, the contents of your bag are protected. The folding bike company also makes a series of bags that are actually made by Ortlieb, especially for the size of the Brompton bike. There is even one line called Eco, which uses recycled materials, including inner tubes and cycling event banners and though there is only one pannier option (a small handlebar bag), it is worth a mention.īontrager Interchange City Shopper Pannier Their shoppers are a colorful affair with modern print that can pass for an urban tote. The transport bags vary in shape and capacity and they even carry handlebar bags for adults and kids. The fabrics are also free of heavy metals and toxic dyes so when you open the box with your product in it, all you smell is cardboard.īesides making tires, you can also find a good selection of shoppers and item-transport bags and even a messenger option from this popular brand. Axiom has also been involved in sustainability for a very long time so all items were built to last or have easily replaceable parts so you don’t have to throw out the whole item. This is a company that makes a whole variety of bags and carriers that you will be spoiled for choice, including seat tube bags, handlebar bags, frame bags, trunk bags, as well as pannier touring bags. I made my selection based on the number of commuter options each company offered, the uniqueness of the products and how sturdy they looked. Most of these brands do provide left and right side panniers as well so check it out and see which one fits your needs. Plus each one of these companies offers something that the other guy doesn’t and since I believe in choice, I offer eleven. Now, I know eleven isn’t a normal number but I ain’t normal. There are all sorts of brands out there (believe me I’ve checked EVERY SINGLE ONE) and so I’ve put together a list with their main particulars and what kind of products they put out. ![]() So the safest thing to do is to get panniers. Our European friends laugh because gas prices are still cheaper in the States, in comparison with their astronomical prices.Īnyone who has tried to ride with a bag that is not a tight-fitting backpack knows how hard it is to get around without having the pack roll around and throw off your balance, having you eating a big chunk of pavement. Gas prices are hiking and maybe as a cost cutting option, you’ve turned to your trusty bike to get to work.
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