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Quick release handlebar bags
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slipping Quick release handlebar bags (this issue has probably been addressed before -however I couldn't find a reference to it though) How do you keep a handlebar bag from slipping down onto the front wheel? Cannondale quick release handlebar bag the max weight is 10 lbs. however even with less weight than this, angled almost horizontally and tightened to the max the bag still slip down onto the front tire this is the second bag (Schwinn) any experience or solutions? I like the front bag (although balance is skewed) thanks ku -- bo ku have a visual aesthetic experience |
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How do you keep a handlebar bag from slipping down onto the front wheel?
Cannondale quick release handlebar bag the max weight is 10 lbs. however even with less weight than this, angled almost horizontally and tightened to the max the bag still slip down onto the front tire 10 pounds is an awful lot of weight for a quick-release handlebar bag mechanism. I've had issues with half that weight, but if you want to try and make it work as well as possible, I'd first use alcohol and clean both the handlebar and the parts that mount to it, make sure the bolts are lubricated, and try again. If that doesn't work, I'd consider using permanent double-sided adhesive tape and see if that helps. But I'd also try and find a way to carry no more than 3-4 pounds up front. That weight is way up high and definitely affects handling (I use a small Topeak bag and carry a 3-pound camera and it really changes the way my bike handles, but if you had a touring bike, the effect would probably less than on my Trek 5900). --Mike Jacoubowsky Chain Reaction Bicycles www.ChainReaction.com Redwood City & Los Altos, CA USA "bo-ku" wrote in message ... issue slipping Quick release handlebar bags (this issue has probably been addressed before -however I couldn't find a reference to it though) How do you keep a handlebar bag from slipping down onto the front wheel? Cannondale quick release handlebar bag the max weight is 10 lbs. however even with less weight than this, angled almost horizontally and tightened to the max the bag still slip down onto the front tire this is the second bag (Schwinn) any experience or solutions? I like the front bag (although balance is skewed) thanks ku -- bo ku have a visual aesthetic experience |
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"bo-ku" wrote in message ... issue slipping Quick release handlebar bags (this issue has probably been addressed before -however I couldn't find a reference to it though) How do you keep a handlebar bag from slipping down onto the front wheel? Lots to choose from on this side of the pond... Altura... Topeak... Agu... Ortlieb... See www.wiggle.co.uk from menu on left, select Bags - handlebar. Certainly in my Altura one, I regularly carry more than 10lbs and I've had no problems with it. Cheers, helen s |
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Sun, 5 Jun 2005 00:54:21 +0100, ,
"wafflycat" waffles*A*T*v21net*D*O*T*co*D*O*T*uk wrote: Certainly in my Altura one, I regularly carry more than 10lbs and I've had no problems with it. I've never seen a handle bar bag as impressive the Arkel bags and mount. http://www.arkel-od.com/ -- zk |
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"Mike Jacoubowsky" wrote: 'd first use alcohol and clean both the handlebar and the parts that mount to it, make sure the bolts are lubricated, and try again. If that doesn't work, I'd consider using permanent double-sided adhesive tape and see if that helps. But I'd also try and find a way to carry no more than 3-4 pounds up front. That weight is way up high and definitely affects handling (I use a small Topeak bag and carry a 3-pound camera and it really changes the way my bike handles, but if you had a touring bike, the effect would probably less than on my Trek 5900). Thanks for the suggestions on different bags and I 'll try the above procedures and see what happens I also put camera in bag -but with wide angle lens (BIG) - increases the weight thanks -- bo ku have a visual aesthetic experience |
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In article ,
"Mike Jacoubowsky" wrote: 'd first use alcohol and clean both the handlebar and the parts that mount to it, make sure the bolts are lubricated, and try again. If that doesn't work, I'd consider using permanent double-sided adhesive tape and see if that helps. But I'd also try and find a way to carry no more than 3-4 pounds up front. That weight is way up high and definitely affects handling (I use a small Topeak bag and carry a 3-pound camera and it really changes the way my bike handles, but if you had a touring bike, the effect would probably less than on my Trek 5900). Thanks for the suggestions on different bags and I 'll try the above procedures and see what happens I also put camera in bag -but with wide angle lens (BIG) - increases the weight thanks -- bo ku have a visual aesthetic experience |
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bo-ku wrote: issue slipping Quick release handlebar bags (this issue has probably been addressed before -however I couldn't find a reference to it though) How do you keep a handlebar bag from slipping down onto the front wheel? Cannondale quick release handlebar bag the max weight is 10 lbs. however even with less weight than this, angled almost horizontally and tightened to the max the bag still slip down onto the front tire this is the second bag (Schwinn) any experience or solutions? I like the front bag (although balance is skewed) We've used the Cannondale bag, and had the same problem at first. I'm assuming this is the one that has the stainless steel straps holding the bag's mount to the handlebars, tightented by allen screws from the front. Anyway, I used blue Loctite thread locking compound. I smeared some between the strap and the handlebar, then tightened as usual. It hardens into a weak adhesive and it kept the bag in place with much more weight than 10 pounds. BTW, I have had no problem carrying _lots_ of weight in a handlebar bag, as long as the weight (and bag) don't move relative to the front wheel & handlebar. (This is on touring bike geometry). If the weight is free to wobble, it can be annoying. Otherwise, no worries for me. But maybe this is due to my paperboy days, when I regularly rode with at least 30 pounds of papers in a front-mounted wire basket? - Frank Krygowski |
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On Sat, 04 Jun 2005 23:40:46 -0700, Zoot Katz
wrote: Sun, 5 Jun 2005 00:54:21 +0100, , "wafflycat" waffles*A*T*v21net*D*O*T*co*D*O*T*uk wrote: Certainly in my Altura one, I regularly carry more than 10lbs and I've had no problems with it. I've never seen a handle bar bag as impressive the Arkel bags and mount. http://www.arkel-od.com/ And it's only $123 U.S! What a deal. For those of us who are not oil sheiks, may I suggest a product that is on sale for $20 right now, and from what I can see, at least 4/5 as good as the Akel bag. Maybe the same or better. It's what I use and is as nice as any handlebar bag I've ever seen up close with my own eyes. The quick release mechanism cannot drop down, and the QR attachment uses four nuts with two U bolts and a big hard bracket. I carry ten pounds in this sometimes, including my sound system, and have had no slipping problems ever. This thing is deluxe and sturdy. At this price, I am going to order another right now to have on hand. These things will only go up in price next year, same as with many products. http://tinyurl.com/7wxpo Performance® TransIt Pro Handlebar Bag Regular Price: $39.99 Sale Price: $19.98 (That's 50% Off!) Item #20-1355D In Stock "Large main compartment with three internal pockets, three external pockets – including a cell phone pocket, protective map sleeve on top. Quick release attachment system, includes a high-vis, quick-access rain cover. 3M Scotchlite™ reflective tape on front. Storage capacity: 286 cu. in. Black(BLK)." Geezer Boy ADisclaimer: as usual, no connection with Performance Bike, etc., blah blah. |
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Sun, 05 Jun 2005 17:05:47 -0400,
, Fatso wrote: http://www.arkel-od.com/ And it's only $123 U.S! What a deal. For those of us who are not oil sheiks, may I suggest a product that is on sale for $20 right now, and from what I can see, at least 4/5 as good as the Akel bag. Maybe the same or better. It's what I use and is as nice as any handlebar bag I've ever seen up close with my own eyes. Yep. Arkel is the good stuff. It's got all the bells and whistles you'd have built in yourself were you too a cyclist and talented designer spending years on the project. A Glad bag will do 4/5 of what an Ortlieb bag does too. The company's name is "Arkel Over Designs" and it's so true. Guaranteed for life rather than another generic sweat shop product for blowing out to consumers. You'll have to see and handle the product to appreciate the difference. Then you'd have to decide whether it is worth it to you to have the best. Having owned their LadyBug pannier for a number of years, I'll not settle for anything of lesser quality and fewer slick details. -- zk |
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