Bike bag reviews

The legendary German waterproof pannier manufacturer Ortlieb brings its instantly recognisable cycle touring tech to this commuter bag with great results

By Simon Smythe Published 16 August 18

We got to grips with a top end phone case for use on and off the bike

By Jack Elton-Walters Published 8 October 15

A monster waterproof seat pack, the Blackburn Outpost seat pack will carry up to 11 litres and 4.5kg without needing to add a rack. But only with an alloy seatpost.

By Paul Norman Published 28 June 16

Large capacity and properly durable, the Off-road bag is a great bike packing bar bag option

By James Bracey Published 16 October 19

Clever storage solutions and robust construction make the M Caddy a great option for carrying the essentials on your next ride

By James Bracey Published 13 April 16

The Fizik I.C.S. Saddle Pak is part of Fizik’s I.C.S range of accessories designed to seamlessly attach to compatible Fizik saddles, providing you have one.

By James Bracey Published 20 April 16

Planning on flying somewhere nice with your bike? Here is our review of the Bike Box Alan hard case as used by Chris Froome and Laura Trott to name but a few.

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 14 April 15

Rapha Large Shoulder Bag £125

By Mike Hawkins Published 13 January 14

Fizik Take seatpack £29.99

By Mike Hawkins Published 21 November 13

The Osprey Pandion 28 is big enough for heavy packers and won't break your back thanks to its figure-hugging design

By Rupert Radley Published 27 February 18

Mobile phones are pretty important to have on bike rides, so we need to protect them from the elements, especially when it gets wet. Birzman Weather Warrior hopes to do just that.

By Chris Catchpole Published 27 October 14

The Phone Wallet is another logical and stylish product from travel brand Bellroy, but is its £65 justifiable?

By Symon Lewis Published 19 February 18

The Proviz REFLECT360 is a commuter backpack that provides amazing reflectivity from all sides whenever a headlight is shone on it

By Simon Smythe Published 17 August 18

Looking for a commuter bag for cycling? The Osprey Radial 26 is well worth a look

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 27 December 16

ILE, or Inside Line Equipment, is a trendy American brand making bags, by hand, in their San Francisco Bay factory. We test ride the new Apex Day Pack, and see whether trendy can also be practical.

By Chris Catchpole Published 13 January 15

This Mafia Tour Bag backpack is made from old sails and is definitely cool and fits well while cycling even though that's not really what it's designed for.

By Nick Busca Published 18 June 16

Scicon’s diminutive pack lets you carry the basics in style

By Paul Norman Published 3 September 20

The Topeak FastFuel Tribag is well sized and will fit road bikes and TT bikes, but can rub against the inside of your legs when climbing out of the saddle.

By Paul Norman Published 25 May 16

The smallest version of Radial’s Porter saddle bag is a sturdy, compact piece of kit that does everything you could ask of it.

By Henry Robertshaw Published 11 February 15

The Japanese component giant has done a nice job of creating a stylish backpack with an urban vibe that is full of surprises

By Simon Smythe Published 15 August 18

The Pro Medi Strap saddle bag offers enough space for your ride essentials and looks good in its sleek design, plus it's eco-friendly

By Symon Lewis Published 18 August 18

The Buxum Tourmalet is a bike box made from aircraft-grade aluminium that aims to play the airlines at their own game

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 12 May 17

It does have its flaws, but we really appreciated the charm and honest simplicity of the Kelbrook Satchel

By Chris Catchpole Published 21 November 14

The smart looking Chrome Industries Barrage Cargo backpack put to the test

By Richard Windsor Published 29 November 18

We put the VeloVault bike box through its paces on a number of overseas trip to see if it will protect your pride and joy from the roughest baggage handlers.

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 10 March 20

Howies Chevron bag

By Cycling Weekly Published 28 January 10

What do you do with all those odds and ends which you need to take with you on a ride? The Ridepac keeps them all together and out of the way

By Paul Norman Published 23 May 17