Stem bag Woho X-Touring Almighty Cup Holder

Stem bags are great for holding bars and other small items that you'll use while riding. Besides bikepacking, they’re also handy for shorter trips, so you don’t have to carry things in your pockets. You can even fit a light jacket in there.

The Woho bag weighs just 60 grams and has a volume of 1 liter. It's 10 cm wide and up to 20 cm tall. It's made of water-resistant fabric, but don’t expect it to be fully waterproof. The bottom is made of mesh to let water drain easily so it doesn’t pool at the bottom. The material is also resistant to abrasion and tearing. Around the top of the bag, there are loops that allow you to attach it to the handlebar and stem. There’s also a loop at the bottom, so you can stabilize the bag further by attaching it to the fork. There are two mesh pockets on the sides for small items. The price of bag is €26.

Field Experience

I’ve been using these bags for 5 years, and I can confirm their durability. The mesh is slightly torn in a few places, but otherwise, it’s holding up, and I use it without any issues. I’ve tried handlebar bags from other brands, but I always come back to this Woho. It’s simple, lightweight, and has everything a stem bag should have.

I can’t praise enough how easy it is to open and close the bag with one hand. It’s straightforward, and I’ve never had any trouble with it. I can easily fit my Tilak Vega waterproof jacket without much effort.

You can fit a 700ml bottle in the bag without any issues. A 1-liter bottle fits, but it sticks out quite a bit. How is that possible if the bag’s capacity is 1 liter? 😅 Because the bottle has a smaller diameter.

Thanks to the three-point attachment, the bag is stable and doesn’t bounce around while riding. I don’t use the original straps and tighten it as much as I can. I recommend attaching it to the fork as well.

The biggest issue with the bag is the mesh pockets on the sides. I wouldn’t put anything valuable in them—I’ve already lost my GoPro batteries. The pockets aren’t elastic, and if the bag itself is empty, the contents can easily pop out.

It’s no problem to attach two bags even with a short stem. If you have a fork lock, it gets a bit tight, but it’s still manageable.

Conclusion

The Woho stem bag is lightweight, durable, and a great addition for bikepacking and shorter trips. You can use it for bars, small items, or a water bottle. It can withstand years of rough handling. Just be cautious with the side pockets. Use them only if the bag is full, and mostly for items you won’t mind losing.

Overall rating: 4.5/5

October 24, 2024 | #Bikepacking

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