Michal Ozogan
Mentoring

Reviews of bikepacking bags, page 2

A close-up shot of a black bicycle saddle and a grey bikepacking seat bag with orange straps, set against a vibrant, multi-colored graffiti wall. The seat bag, which is branded "ORTLIEB Waterproof," appears to be packed full. A portion of the rear tire is visible at the bottom of the frame.

Ortlieb Seat-Pack 11 litres

Since I’ve owned this Ortlieb bag for five years, I can describe my experience with truly long-term use. And I must say that the test of time has kept it waterproof. It has decent capacity of 11 litres and excellent craftsmanship. Read more

A light-colored bikepacking saddle bag with the word "CYCLITE" printed on it is attached to the seat post of a red bicycle, set against a vibrant, multi-colored graffiti wall featuring pink, blue, yellow, and green geometric shapes. The bike has a black saddle and a "SCHWALBE" tire with brown sidewalls.

Cyclite Saddle Bag Small

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Cyclite is not yet as well-known among bikepacking bag manufacturers, but their Saddle Bag stands out with its high-quality craftsmanship and unique features. For example, a plastic loop for a cup 🙂 I was testing this stuff on Tour Divide. Read more

A bicycle is parked in front of a vibrant graffiti-covered wall. The bike features a black saddle bag strapped to the seat post, with the white "Apidura" logo and a bee graphic visible. The bike's frame is a dark red, and a brown-walled Schwalbe tire is visible at the bottom. The graffiti behind the bike is a mix of bright colors, including pink, light blue, yellow, orange, and green, forming abstract shapes and lines.

Apidura Racing Saddle Pack

A review of a set of two saddle bags from Apidura in the racing variant. These are intended primarily for minimalists and racers. However, they may also interest anyone who rides more off-road and needs to carry just a few extra items. Read more

A slightly tilted eye-level shot captures the front section of a red and black mountain bike, adorned with mud splatters, in an autumn forest. A black Apidura top tube bag, also mud-splattered and featuring a white bee logo and a yellow/white striped emblem, is securely strapped to the top tube and headset. The bike's handlebars, stem, and brake/gear cables are visible. The background is a blur of fallen brown leaves covering the forest floor, with several bare trees rising in the distance under an overcast sky.

Apidura Racing Top Tube Pack

Review of Apidura Racing Top Tube Pack. The first rides made me love the bag. It is small, light and it opens very easily. But after longer usage I learned an important lesson. There is a flow in design… Read more

Close-up of the rear of a bicycle with a black saddlebag attached under the seat, a small black frame bag on the seat post, and a "Schwalbe Racing Ralph" tire visible. In the background, there's a grassy park with trees, and apartment buildings under a clear blue sky.

How to choose a bike seat bag

If you need a sleeping system on a backpacking trip, a seat bag is one of the best storage options. Choosing the correct size and type is not an easy task. You have multiple choices and non of them is the best option. Read more