favorite small handlebar bag?

[weiwentg]

Originally Posted by Nickt

Just purchased the Ornott Mini which seems to fit the bill dimensions wise. No in person review yet but I'm excited to have it for when I need a little extra storage:

https://www.ornotbike.com/collection...lebar_bag_mini

I believe the Mini would be too small for me, but Ornot's standard size is bigger than I normally need. It turns out that Rickshaw, who makes Ornot's bags, has a size that's intermediate between the two, plus several other sizes. They call it the small bar bag (as oppose to mini). This one is perfect for me for a long ride. I will say that squeezing an Ottolock (one of those flexible combo locks that coils up into a circle) is a bit awkward, but otherwise I can cram in my phone, keys, and a couple of snacks.

[jasonification]

Originally Posted by NHAero

All of the above look good!



My two are made by Almsthre:



https://almsthre.com/products/almsth...40368069378209

Any idea where these are made? Am tempted to get a matching hbar/saddle set..

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[Likes2ridefar]

Originally Posted by Clean39T

Used the Rapha one for the first time today and will be selling my two Road Runner bags ASAP.

The structure and shape of it is just way more functional for me.

Saw the rapha today and almost picked one up. I had a road runner but never used it. I read once any and all attachments for handlebar bags will end up marring my precious finish on the HT. Thoughts?

[pasadena]

Originally Posted by Likes2ridefar

Saw the rapha today and almost picked one up. I had a road runner but never used it. I read once any and all attachments for handlebar bags will end up marring my precious finish on the HT. Thoughts?

mine doesnt even touch the headtube

[Likes2ridefar]

Originally Posted by pasadena

mine doesnt even touch the headtube

How is stability then in rough stuff? I’m rarely on pavement the entire ride.

I assume they all need some way to attach in the rear to avoid swinging back and forth or bouncing around.

[notlance]

Nothing but good reviews on this item from apidura

https://www.biketiresdirect.com/prod...ory-pocket-dry

[Clancy]

Originally Posted by p nut

I have Roadrunner Burrito (and the Burrito supreme), which work well for me.

https://roadrunnerbags.us/collection...-handlebar-bag

Plus 1

[eddief]

have not used it yet but it appears to be exactly what I had in mind. I think they do themselves a slight disservice by not showing more detailed photos on their website. 360 view shows it best. Zippered pocket on one end, mesh pocket on the other end, and inner lengthwise mesh pocket perfect for phone and wallet. And with structural integrity from plastic liner that's between inner and outer layer of nylon. Appears to be remarkably well made too. Decent price too. Sent out of Escondido, CA so maybe made there or in some foreign land.

https://almsthre.com/products/almsth...40368069378209

Originally Posted by NHAero

All of the above look good!

My two are made by Almsthre:

https://almsthre.com/products/almsth...40368069378209

[weiwentg]

Originally Posted by Likes2ridefar

How is stability then in rough stuff? I’m rarely on pavement the entire ride.

I assume they all need some way to attach in the rear to avoid swinging back and forth or bouncing around.

At the front, the bag is up against my cables or hydraulic hoses. Like you think, there is a cord that you wrap around the head tube or your spacer stack to stabilize the bag. So far, neither arrangement has caused abrasion. You’re right that this can scratch the paint in theory, but that doesn’t seem to have happened yet. There is frame tape if you’re concerned, at least! So far, on gravel, it seems like the bag is stable enough, but I’m mainly on dirt roads and light gravel rather than really rough stuff.

[pasadena]

Here is a photo showing the elastic cord. It is long enough you can wrap it around the head tube
I wrap it around the stem, but most of the time I dont need it.
Maybe offroad it will help if it gets floppy. They don't really move much, even though it would seem like they just swing on the bars, they don't.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CUVZQ7Nv..._web_copy_link

Originally Posted by Likes2ridefar

How is stability then in rough stuff? I’m rarely on pavement the entire ride.

I assume they all need some way to attach in the rear to avoid swinging back and forth or bouncing around.

[flying]

I just received my Leadout bag & I am very impressed with it.

It has a very nice stretchy strap & quick release buckle system + the elastic cord with quick slide in back.

Nice rip stop interior lining & a divider + a small side pocket with zip

Quality is very nice+ Holds its shape well even empty on bars

I got the charcoal color which is nice

[yeager990]

The ALMSTHRE bags have some really cool features. Adjustable straps, hardshell, multiple pockets and an easy to access main zipper compartment make it my new go to bag.

[El Chaba]

I am very pleased with this one. It mounts (to the rack) in seconds with the leather sleeve and a single elastic band. It is away from your hands on the bars, does not swing or sway, etc. The two small pockets at the back are great for a spare tube(s)and levers, some small tools, etc. There is also a flat pocket that runs along the front of the bag for papers, a cell phone, or other flat items. Obviously, there is also the map window on the top for the same types of items that you may want to remain visible …and like all of the Berthoud bags made over the past thirty some years or so, it was handmade by Yvonne.

[thirdgenbird]

It’s cool to see heliums in service.