Swift’s Zeitgeist Saddle Bag is a new take on the classic British touring saddlebag, and this special edition is made from XPac VX21, to help make this bag super-lightweight and durable. The Hinterland Zeitgeist weighs in at 12oz, shaving over a quarter pound off of Swift’s standard Zeitgeist Saddle Bags and is in stock now at Swift Industries!
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Silca’s New Bags are Made from Recycled Inner Tubes
Silca has two new bag offerings, both of which are made from recycled inner tubes, here in the USA by Colorado-based EcoLogic Designs. The Borsa Americano is a small, riding wallet based on the dimensions of the iPhone 7+, offering tons of extra space for your riding essentials. The Brooklyn backpack is a 972 cubic inch commuter bag, which will fit your laptop and other office goods. Both are in stock now at Silca.
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Path Less Pedaled Looks at the New Outer Shell Pico Panniers
Outer Shell has been putting out some truly innovative products since Kyle first began the brand, including my favorite on the bike camera bag and now, these new Pico Panniers, which utilize a unique mounting system are sure to be a hit. Path Less Pedaled takes an up close and personal look at these new bags.
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PedalED Launches Bikepacking Bags
PedalEd’s products are as durable as they are functional and yes, fashionable. So it should come as no surprise that when it comes to on-the-bike portage, we should expect the same from the Italian brand. Launching their new bikepacking bags today, PedalED brings made in Italy, which are completely waterproof, made from denim and yes, built to last. See the entire offerings at PedalED.
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Mission Workshop’s Newest City Backpack: the Rhake
Technology is always changing and the way we move with it needs to adapt. That’s why Mission developed the Rhake, their newest backpack. Mission Workshop is known for their bombproof portage and apparel. To show their support of their loyal consumers, they’re offering $60 OFF if you order before midnight, Monday November 6. These packs ship Tuesday, November 7. Use code RHAKE60 at checkout (can’t be combined with other discounts). Made by hand in small batches in the USA, built to endure and guaranteed forever. Head to Mission Workshop to check out more details.
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Outer Shell’s Basket Bag is in Stock!
For those looking for a bag that can function as both a camera and a basket randonneur bag, then check out the latest from Outer Shell. These basket bags are meant to fit in a Wald 137 basket, but will also strap to just about any porteur rack. These are all made in the Bay Area and come in a variety of colors or patterns, including camo and leopard. Head over to Outer Shell for more information.
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Path Less Pedaled: Outershell Dropper Seat Pack Review
Dropper post compatibility with bikepacking seat packs can be a real drag. Path Less Pedaled looks at Outer Shell’s design to accommodate a full-size pack and a dropper post.
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Swift Industries Sugar Loaf Basket Bags are Back in Stock
These clever bags strap into your Wald 137 basket, utilize a zipper for closure and can be removed easily. You can even use an optional over-the-shoulder strap for transport. The Sugar Loaf bags are 11.5 L, come in three colors, inspired by the Pacific Northwest, weigh about a pound and are in stock now at Swift Industries.
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Inside / Out at Outer Shell in San Francisco – Spencer Harding
Inside / Out at Outer Shell in San Francisco
Words and photos by Spencer Harding
When we set out on the DFL the Divide trip earlier this year I noticed a bunch of my bay area friends were rocking bits and pieces by Outer Shell. Kyle’s work continued to pop up in my world and one day I noticed that he had pretty much made my dream camera strap, I emailed him as quick as I could to get in on the next batch. Kyle has been putting his own very thoughtful twist on many now classic bike packing bags for a few years. With a background in engineering and a focus on versatility and durability, Kyle started Outer Shell.
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Surly’s Petite Porteur House Bag
For those looking for a more economical porteur bag for their touring bike or commuter bike, Surly introduces the Petite Porteur House Bag. This bag is designed to strap down to any porteur rack, is lined with fluorescent, removable liner bags and is sized to fit an array of items, including but not limited to six-packs, inflatable pool floats and the entire Stanley Kubrick Criterion Collection on DVD. See more information at Surly and holler at your local shop for ordering!
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The ROV is a Wallet that Turns into a Bag
Ever find yourself in need of a bag on a ride or leaving a store? The ROV looks to solve that problem… Check out more at the ROV Kickstarter.
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Timbuk2 Future Shaper Series with Matt Lowell and CycleHack
Intrigued? See more at TimBuk2.
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High Above’s New Lookout Hip Pack
I’ve used a lot of hip packs over the past few years and it’s always hard grading them. A lot of it comes down to strap thickness, interior space, pockets and how well they carry weight since mine usually carry a small camera as well. High Above’s newest hip pack, the Lookout is the culmination of everything they’ve learned over the past six years of building bags. It’s loaded with details and features, including a water bottle holster for those mountain bikes with only one cage and is made in Washington. Check out more on the Lookout and the other packs currently available at High Above.
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Porteur Cycling and Tenspeed Hero Duffle
Seattle’s Porteur Cycling constructed a run of Tenspeed Hero duffle bags, featuring their signature stripes. These 21in x 12in duffles have interior pockets, an adjustable shoulder strap and are made in Seattle by Porteur Cycling. They’re in stock now at Tenspeed Hero so head over to see more.
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Speedvagen and Beckel Canvas: Duffle Set
If you can’t get enough of the Speedvagen aesthetic, then don’t miss out on these duffle bags, constructed from Portland’s own Beckel Canvas, with durable materials, tough construction and the Speedvagen Ichico pattern. See more at Speedvagen.
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Those Handy Outershell Drawcord Camera Bags Are Back in Stock
Kyle has been busy cranking out more Drawcord Handlebar bags and he’s just restocked them. Make sure you make a note for the camera insert if you’re going to use it for a camera bag.
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ORNOT: Chris McNally Bag Collection
San Francisco-based ORNOT teamed up with local artist and all around rad dude Chris McNally on a bag collection, made by Rickshaw bags in the Bay Area. The two bags, a Macgyver tool bag and a Bar Bag feature artwork by McNally inspired by California. Both are in stock now at ORNOT.
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Inside Line Equipment Updates Their Photo Bag Mini
My favorite small camera bag just got better. Inside Line Equipment updated the Photo Bag Mini with a new interior fabric, better foam and a simple, one-piece insert design. The new and improved Photo Bag mini is also available in an array of custom material options, along with some stock fabric choices. This bag will fit mirrorless systems easily, as well as a DSLR with a small telephoto zoom lens like the 5D and a 24-70. I’ve used mine thoroughly for almost five years and love it. They retail for $120, are sewn in California with stock available now at Inside Line Equipment.