 I wanted to show you something that we are getting pretty excited about here at ACA, and as much as I know you guys are all about the big ride, I figured it might be a natural extension of the riding you are all doing now. Check out these custom bags www.flickr.com/photos/51584834@N00 I am having a set built for my bike. All 3 bags weight a grand total of 1.5lb and require no rack system for support. If one packs carefully and puts 6-8 lbs on the bike and about the same in a large camelback, guess what? You can still ride technical singletrack and stay out for a few days and really get into the backcountry. Check this out too www.adventurecycling.org/ultralight. |
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lostolmos says:
 Sorry, but IMHO the triangle bag is pretty ugly, I wouldnt put one on one of my bikes. I've strapped sleeping bags and bivvy bags to the bars before, that just needs a couple of bungee cords. Whats so exciting about the bags? Have you a Maverick? How will the triangle bag match the curved seat tube? |
singletrackrod says:
Ugly huh? Guess I am more of a function over fashion guy thinking that they are pretty elegant. As far as the bags go, for me they are part of a system that is more flexible and organized than just bungeeing everything to to bike. When you are carrying food, a stove, fuel, etc. it's easier to know where everything is. In my experience bungees aren't great for serious trail riding, as they always work lose. I pack heavier, smaller items in the frame bag keeping the weight low and away from the steering mechanics. Additionally the bag keep the silhouette of the bike cleaner as you move thru the brush. Oh and the bags are custom fit to each frame...I have have a ML-7, my second one. |
asiangirlwithabanjo says:
 I actually really like the concept of that frame bag keeping things streamlined. How/where are you getting them custom made for you? "The score never interested me, only the game." --Mae West |
singletrackrod says:
Jeff Boatman of Carousel Design Works (jboatman@mlode.com, 209-352-0316) is an ultralight cycling affecionado and makes these inovative, custom handlebar, frame, and seat bags. |
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