Buying bike bags: what to look for

The right bike bag depends entirely on what you want to use it for. Nowadays, bike bags come in all shapes and sizes. Some models boast a high carrying capacity, others are small and compact and carry less. Some are designed for long expeditions on a touring bike, while others are ideal for short rides. Depending on the model, they can be placed on the luggage rack, the low-rider, the handlebar, or the seat post. Just about everything you think you can't live without on a ride, you can fit into a bike bag.

Bike bags: whatever the trip

Some cyclists travel the world with their bike bag, while others are just looking for a practical bag to take a picnic to the local lake. So the type of bag which is best will depend on your bike usage. Bags are available in a wide range of materials: one can find simple nylon bags which are relatively abrasion-resistant, but which may not be waterproof so are great for the fair weather cyclist. Truly waterproof bike bags, on the other hand, can withstand more than the occasional splash. Made from specially coated woven materials and featuring clever roll-top seals, these bags defy even the most violent downpour. Are you looking for bar bags by Topeak, bags by Red or a handlebar basket by KLICKfix? In our online bike shop bikester.co.uk you will find everything you could want!

Bike bags: how they attach

Another thing to bear in mind when purchasing one of these bags, along with the finish, is the mounting system. Ideally, the bag should stay absolutely secure without slipping during the ride or, worse, getting caught in the spokes. Then, if you can quickly remove the bag without any prior training as a magician - all the better. Various manufacturers have begun to offer clever click systems, and they all do what they promise! Discover our selection at bikester.co.uk.