Detachable Bike Bag

The ideal bike accessory is one that’s both secure and unobtrusive, allowing riders to focus on the trail or city streets ahead.detachable bike bag Bulky bags or finicky water bottles can be distracting and add stress to a ride. New detachable bike bag designs are helping to solve this issue by seamlessly combining a backpack with additional, bike-mountable storage.

The system from Vancouver-based startup Two Wheel Gear consists of a main Backpack that mounts pannier-style to a rack, plus a Top Tube Bag strapped to the top tube (where the handlebar stem meets), and a Seat Pack velcroed onto the saddle rails or quick-release straps.detachable bike bag These are large enough for tools, spare parts and your all-important lock — plus a water bladder.

A key part of the system is that each bag is integrated with a built-in, locking mechanism.detachable bike bag This means that it’s more secure than a bag you just buckle over a rack, as thieves will have to take the extra step of defeating both the lock and the attachment point before they can steal a pack. And when a thief is forced to do this, it’s not uncommon for them to give up and move on to the next bike, as they’ll be exposed to public humiliation if caught.

There are a lot of options when it comes to frame or handlebar bags, with many different sizes and shapes.detachable bike bag Bar bags can’t be too wide or they interfere with the steering, and most have internal dividers or compartments to stop items rattling around in transit. A few have additional side-access zippers for items like snacks or an extra layer of clothing.

Frame bags, on the other hand, fill in the main triangle of your frame, keeping weight low and central for better handling. Bigger ones can be stuffed with tools, spare parts and a spare tire, while smaller models are more like a fender bag. Some manufacturers even offer frame packs for specific bikes so you can get a custom fit.

Often, when a bike-mountable bag is attached to a bike and a rider stops to rest, the rear light of the bike gets covered by the bag. This can be unsafe at night and on packed street corners, so the designers of Happy Buddha’s Lumis Bike Bag added a translucent plastic cover and rear signal light to their storage bag to make sure the rider is safe and visible to traffic.