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Waist bag - recommendations?

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  • 20-06-2018 10:41am
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    beans
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    Following on from the 'saddle bag' thread :)

    My waist-bag is finally more hole than bag, so I'm looking for a replacement. Something with one large compartment ideally; most of what I see these days is highly compartmental to the point where a mini-pump won't fit.

    Be using this on day-long spins and commutes, not racing.

    Grateful for any recommendations!


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    Lumen
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    If you mount the mini-pump to your bottle cage then you won't need to carry it.


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    beans
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    True, in fact I could mount it to my down-tube with a strap I already own now that I think of it.

    In that case, does anyone have a favourite waist-bag they could recommend, regardless of form? Ta!


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    CramCycle
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    Is waist bag just cool talk for a bum bag?


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    brownian
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    Why use one? A genuine question...would a saddle bag not be less awkward, sweaty, etc?


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    Lumen
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    CramCycle wrote: »
    Is waist bag just cool talk for a bum bag?

    Fanny pack.

    Don't mention the war.


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    beans
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    Bum-bag, yup. Seems a bit 1986 as a word tho, like 'bermuda shorts'.

    I like having pockets on hand for phone, food, bits like that. Currently also have my mini pump, cables and latex gloves in there. Keys too. Just habit at this stage.


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    magicbastarder
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    get some cheap cycling jerseys?
    i carry most of the above in my jersey pockets. mini pump is attached to the frame; tubes, spare quick link, tyre levers and mini-tool in a saddle bag.


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    Peatys
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    CramCycle wrote: »
    Is waist bag just cool talk for a bum bag?

    Good, I thought it was so you didn't have to stop for a wee.


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    beans
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    Peatys wrote: »
    CramCycle wrote: »
    Is waist bag just cool talk for a bum bag?

    Good, I thought it was so you didn't have to stop for a wee.

    That's a 'waste bag'


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    beans
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    magicbastarder wrote: »
    get some cheap cycling jerseys?
    i carry most of the above in my jersey pockets. mini pump is attached to the frame; tubes, spare quick link, tyre levers and mini-tool in a saddle bag.

    The one time I used my jersey for phone carrying, the sweat nearly ended it. The bum-bag keeps things dry in the rain, also.


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    my3cents
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    OP, check out this one https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lowe-Alpine-Fjell-Waist-Bag/dp/B00R50DFBO/ , I don't use it for cycling but use it daily dog walking and it carries really well holding, waterproofs, dog grooming gear, a tennis ball, small first aid kit, compact binoculars etc ......

    Same company does a good few other larger bags if you need them.


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    nak
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    Plenty of fanny packs available now as they're all the rage for enduro. I have a 3L Evoc one, comes with a bladder too.


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    tuxy
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    beans wrote: »
    The one time I used my jersey for phone carrying, the sweat nearly ended it. The bum-bag keeps things dry in the rain, also.

    I find putting it in a sandwich bag works, actually I put just about everything into sandwich bags then in the jersey pockets. I don't even need a saddle bag.


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    Eamonnator
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    CramCycle wrote: »
    Is waist bag just cool talk for a bum bag?

    I don't think anything could make them cool.


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    Wishbone Ash
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    nak wrote: »
    ... I have a 3L Evoc one, comes with a bladder too.
    Is it not easier to stop for a few seconds for a 'comfort break'?


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    Macy0161
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    nak wrote:
    Plenty of fanny packs available now as they're all the rage for enduro.
    Going by some of US based podcasts I listen too, also the big thing for gravel.


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    Wishbone Ash
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    Macy0161 wrote: »
    Going by some of US based podcasts I listen too, also the big thing for gravel.
    I've always found a wheelbarrow way more efficient for gravel.


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    nak
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    Wishbone Ash wrote: »
    Is it not easier to stop for a few seconds for a 'comfort break'?

    Not when you're female wearing bibshorts, jersey and baggies. ;)


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    loyatemu
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    I have this on my bike:
    https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07236D2VS/

    holds phone, wallet, keys


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    beans
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    Thanks to everyone who has tried to talk me out of continuing to wear a bum-bag.

    Special thanks to everyone who answered my question.


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    loyatemu
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    beans wrote: »
    Thanks to everyone who has tried to talk me out of continuing to wear a bum-bag.

    we're only concerned for your immortal soul...


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    Limestone1
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    beans wrote: »
    Bum-bag, yup. Seems a bit 1986 as a word tho, like 'bermuda shorts'.

    I like having pockets on hand for phone, food, bits like that. Currently also have my mini pump, cables and latex gloves in there. Keys too. Just habit at this stage.

    Why do you bring latex gloves ? I never carry latex gloves. Should I have latex gloves with me ?


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    my3cents
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    Limestone1 wrote: »
    Why do you bring latex gloves ? I never carry latex gloves. Should I have latex gloves with me ?

    To stop you hands getting covered in dirt if you have to sort out a tyre or a chain?


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    Wishbone Ash
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    my3cents wrote: »
    To stop you hands getting covered in dirt if you have to sort out a tyre or a chain?
    ....and on a very cold and wet ride, when your gloves are soaked through, they can be worn under the ordinary gloves to maintain some heat.

    I'd rarely go out on a ride without latex gloves.


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    cjt156
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    Eamonnator wrote: »
    I don't think anything could make them cool.

    Oh, I think you'll find SOMEone can...
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