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[Closed] BikePacking: Frame bag vs "Saddlebags"

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I am a Marin owner (Yes, I have a beard) and a frame bag wouldn't fit my Mount Vision frame. But even if it did why would that be preferable to a "horsey" style saddle bag setup?

I'm envisioning something along the lines of a drybag lashed either side of the top tube, possibly with some sort of webbing support system. Is there a good reason I haven't seen this setup before? Because I really can't think of why not.


 
Posted : 07/02/2010 6:15 pm
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keeps the weight more central and lower down, better stability, bit of an arse if you've got to carry your bike though

as to your idea, i think the main problem will be leg rub


 
Posted : 07/02/2010 6:18 pm
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It would get in the way of your knees?


 
Posted : 07/02/2010 6:18 pm
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There is a surprising amount of clearance for my knees. Perhaps I'm more bow legged than I think.


 
Posted : 07/02/2010 7:41 pm
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my epic designs frame bag dosnt rub on legs,keeps the wieght down low and balanced...but you cant shoulder the bike if heather louping etc...have a look at the handlebar and seatpost bags available from epic designs etc,maybe all you need to carry a bivvybag,3/4 mat,sleepingbag,with them and an allday backpack for a stove/food you could hump enough for 2-3 days without the framebag...


 
Posted : 07/02/2010 7:59 pm