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The Restrap Race Top Tube Bag is part of Restrap’s ultralight “Race” series—designed for fast-paced bikepacking, audax, and ultra-endurance events. With a 1.5-litre capacity, rigid structure, and weatherproof materials, it aims to provide quick access to essentials without interfering with your pedalling or cockpit setup. In this review, we assess the Race Top Tube Bag’s…
The Apidura Backcountry Saddle Pack 6L is a purpose-built seat bag designed for off-road bikepacking, gravel touring, and mountain biking. Part of Apidura’s Backcountry Series, it’s engineered for riders who need durable, weatherproof storage without the bulk of traditional panniers or rack systems. In this review, we explore the 6L Saddle Pack’s construction, mounting system,…
Expandable, watertight, and race-tested—Tailfin’s modular rackbag gets a smart redesign The Tailfin AeroPack Cargo (also called the AP18 Cargo) is the latest evolution of Tailfin’s class-leading bikepacking trunk system. Combining the company’s distinctive Arch + Bag design with expanded exterior storage, a simplified single-strap closure, and a redesigned roll-top system, the Cargo builds on the…
I bought the Fidlock TWIST 590 after my partner bought an electric Mountain Bike with limited frame space. After a few months of use across road, gravel, and MTB trails, I can confidently say: this isn’t just a bottle—it’s a system. And it works. Magnetic Mounting System I’ve never lost a bottle, even on rooty…
In a world of bloated pack designs and endless attachment loops, the Black Diamond Rock Blitz 15 stands out as a streamlined, purpose-built alpine pack designed with precision. Originally released as a minimalist companion for multi-pitch climbing, it’s grown in popularity among alpine scramblers, fast-packers, and technical hikers seeking low-profile efficiency with reliable storage and…
Introduction: A 3D-Printed Saddle for Under £30? The RYET 3D Printed Ultralight Carbon Saddle is one of the most intriguing cycling products to emerge from the budget end of the market. With a price tag hovering around £20–£30 on platforms like AliExpress, it promises features typically found on high-end saddles costing ten times as much:…
ASSOS EQUIPE R Bib Shorts S11 – Race-Ready Comfort Without the Bank-Breaking Guilt I picked up the EQUIPE R S11s as a more affordable way to tap into ASSOS’s legendary bib short tech without going full RS or RSR. After a few hundred kilometres of testing — from tempo sessions to all-day rides — I…
Diamond-rated security in a wearable, commuter-friendly form The Hiplok DX is a compact, high-security U-lock designed for cyclists who want maximum protection without the bulk of traditional D-locks. Built around a 14mm hardened steel shackle with dual locking bolts, it’s rated Sold Secure Diamond—the highest level of bicycle lock certification in the UK. Where it…
A Handlebar Bag That Does It All The Restrap Bar Pack is a 10-litre, fully waterproof handlebar bag designed for bikepacking, gravel touring, and long-distance cycling. Handmade in Yorkshire, UK, it combines rugged construction, clever storage features, and ride-ready stability in a compact, self-contained package. Unlike traditional harness-and-drybag systems, the Bar Pack is a standalone…
