recommend a better minimal saddle bag

[AngryScientist]

I carry all of my tools in a small pouch in my pocket, and generally a 700c tube, but on my 650B bike it's more convenient to just carry the tube in a small saddle bag.

i love these lezyne bags for modern saddles, but it just does not sit right on my leather saddle and is "droopy".

it needs to hold only a single 650B tube and cinch up nice and tight, preferably between the saddle rails.

ideas?

[joosttx]

If it’s big enough which it looks to be judging from the size of your other bag try this one. It’s my favorite saddle when I used one. It may look simple but everything about it is well thought out and of quality. The owners are super nice people too.

https://outershell.com/shop/mini-saddlebag

[AngryScientist]

Originally Posted by joosttx

If it’s big enough which it looks to be judging from the size of your other bag try this one. It’s my favorite saddle when I used one. It may look simple but everything about it is well thought out and of quality. The owners are super nice people too.

https://outershell.com/shop/mini-saddlebag

that looks like a perfect shape. i think i'll give it a go.

Originally Posted by Escarabajo

If thats all you need maybe you can just strap it between the rails or behind the seat post/tube?

https://www.bike-components.de/cache...513793716.jpeg

this bike sees a lot of dirt etc, i never like leaving the tube exposed without at least something keeping the grit and dirt off of it.

[tuxbailey]

Originally Posted by AngryScientist

this bike sees a lot of dirt etc, i never like leaving the tube exposed without at least something keeping the grit and dirt off of it.

I put the tube under my mtb saddle as well. I used thin bungee cord. For dirt, etc I just put the tube in a zip lock sandwich bag.

[A1A]

Hey Nick I've been using the Topeak Aero wedges for years, love them becasue they are reasonably priced (I find them on Ebay) and more importantly they make 4 sizes. The Micro might be the best bet for you, that's the one I use for the basics. But I have each size for various types of rides because for example when I go camping and do long solo rides in the boonies I use the size large becuase it will hold everything you need for the potential of multiple flats. Simple design, bombproof including the zips. Because of the shape they just disappear, you don't even know they are there when riding, even the large. Best.

https://www.topeak.com/global/en/pro...ERO-WEDGE-PACK

[AngryScientist]

Thanks guys for all the advice, i went with the one houston posted, looks like a great size and shape. will report back!

[Mike Bryant]

Originally Posted by A1A

Hey Nick I've been using the Topeak Aero wedges for years, love them becasue they are reasonably priced (I find them on Ebay) and more importantly they make 4 sizes. The Micro might be the best bet for you, that's the one I use for the basics. But I have each size for various types of rides because for example when I go camping and do long solo rides in the boonies I use the size large becuase it will hold everything you need for the potential of multiple flats. Simple design, bombproof including the zips. Because of the shape they just disappear, you don't even know they are there when riding, even the large. Best.

https://www.topeak.com/global/en/pro...ERO-WEDGE-PACK

I’m a big fan of these too. The Micro is my favorite for a road bike. Tried the clip on type to move betwixt bikes but like the strapped one better (stays on same bike). I can get two road tubes, a tool with chain breaker, a couple of stick on patches, a tire boot, and a chain link in there. I use a frame pump, but if you’re a CO2 guy, the cartridge(s)/inflator might have to replace one of the tubes.
These have “big mouth” access from the rear of the pack. Frankly, I don’t care at all to have to take a pack off the bike to get something out as it is just another thing to keep from losing whilst doing a road side repair.
Lost an Arundel Duo once mid ride. Replacement had a revision that included a little sewn on strap to thread the velcro-ed strap through, presumably to fix that problem. Nice pack that holds all I need, but then it has the ‘remove to access contents’ issue.
Also like the old Pearl Izumi seat bags. Alas, they quit making those years ago.


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[Davist]

Do you guys have any "secrets" for keeping tubes in a saddlebag? I get flats infrequently, but once upon a time I wore through a tube because it was bouncing around somewhat. I keep tubes in my pocket now, and carry 2 co2, levers, multi tool and patch kit in my saddle bag. Just curious.

[Ken Robb]

Originally Posted by Davist

Do you guys have any "secrets" for keeping tubes in a saddlebag? I get flats infrequently, but once upon a time I wore through a tube because it was bouncing around somewhat. I keep tubes in my pocket now, and carry 2 co2, levers, multi tool and patch kit in my saddle bag. Just curious.

Put tubes in a small zip-lock bag before putting them in a saddle bag.

[PQJ]

Before putting my spare tubes in a plastic bag (which I then wrap tight with some electrical tape), I add talcum powder. Makes seating the tire over the tube much easier.

[Ozz]

Originally Posted by PQJ

Before putting my spare tubes in a plastic bag (which I then wrap tight with some electrical tape), I add talcum powder. Makes seating the tire over the tube much easier.

+1

My latest "plastic bag" is a poop disposal baggie from the local dog park

[Alistair]

Originally Posted by Ozz

+1

My latest "plastic bag" is a poop disposal baggie from the local dog park

I also wrap my tube in a segment of old tube, in case I need a tire boot.

[lorenbike]

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[BobbyJones]

Originally Posted by Davist

Do you guys have any "secrets" for keeping tubes in a saddlebag? I get flats infrequently, but once upon a time I wore through a tube because it was bouncing around somewhat. I keep tubes in my pocket now, and carry 2 co2, levers, multi tool and patch kit in my saddle bag. Just curious.

I tried just a plastic bag with a rubber band but had the same issues as if no bag at all. I since have been wrapping my tubes in tyvek (cut from old race numbers, usps envelopes) with a rubber band. The tyvek also serves as a tire boot- which I've never needed.

From what i'm reading, I think ill upgrade my rubber band to electrical tape. Seems much more versatile.

Also have gotten into the habit of inflating and verifying tubes before they go in the bag. Had a bad tube / dried glue combo one day that was no fun at all.

[gregj]

Just to keep the thread going, Outershell and ILE (both above) are great. But don't forget the classic Jandd mini mtn wedge:

https://www.jandd.com/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=FMMW

That's what all the cool kids used to use back in the day. It's durable, proven, and inexpensive (and I assume, still made in the US?). They also have larger seat bags, but this is the one that "everyone" had.