I now make bikepacking bags commercially.
Make your own bike bag.
Insert the u bolt from the bike rack to the fabric of the bag.
If you have any questions about this tutorial feel free to.
In 1990 having some worn out cannondale bags i chose to use their frames for my new bags thus simplifying some problems.
Make a safety draw cord for attaching the bag through the loops of the d part onto the bike frame.
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You are really counting dollars.
Now strap on the bag on your bike and you are ready to go.
Length of the velcro straps depends on your stem and handlebar circumference.
Honestly there are now plenty of quality and relatively inexpensive frame bags on the market see our full bikepacking bag guide for a list so the only three reasons to make your own are.
It is better you place the saddlebag on you left side of the bike so it won t interfere with any moving part of the bike like the sprocket.
You want something slightly different color pockets etc.
Get your u bolt and place them on the rack.
You really like making stuff.
Google diy homemade myog bikepacking frame bag.
Hope this helps for all the diy ers.
It was time to get serious about making my own gear.
So how do you make a bike packing frame bag.