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Bikepacking bag from ZefalWaterproof handlebar bag with a compact design

Sandra Schuberth

 · 11.07.2023

The new handlebar bag from Zefal: Z Adventure F2
Photo: Hersteller
Small bikepacking bags such as the newly introduced Z Adventure F2 from Zefal can be used to quickly stow away energy bars, a rain jacket and tools. The contents of such a handlebar bag can be accessed in an instant through the zip.

The new handlebar bag from French bicycle pump and accessory manufacturer Zefal is waterproof with splash protection on all sides (IPX4).

How to mount the handlebar bag

The design of the handlebar roll is simple and elegant and is attached to the handlebars with two Velcro straps. The bag fits a wide range of handlebar widths. Each of the straps is equipped with a soft pad which, together with a cord fastener that can be placed around the head tube or stem, should ensure a secure hold on the terrain.

Velcro bike handlebar bag attachmentPhoto: Hersteller

Details of the Zefal Z Adventure F2

According to the manufacturer, this pannier weighs just 135 grams and has a capacity of 2.5 litres. It is made from PVC-free, water- and abrasion-resistant nylon material. The material is welded in favour of waterproofness. The zip on the front allows easy access to the equipment. If you're brave enough, you might even be able to access the contents of the bag while riding. Without having tried the bag, it seems that the zip is positioned in such a way that you can easily reach into the bag even with a battery-powered headlight or a GPS device mounted on the top of the handlebars. With a light or sat nav, this is unlikely to be the case while riding.

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Both the logo and the print on the front of the handlebar bag and the circles on the sides are reflective.

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  • Material: Polyester TPU 600 D, waterproof zip
  • Dimensions: 250 mm x 120 mm x 120 mm
  • Weight: 135 grammes
  • Fastening: Universal with Velcro tape and cord
  • Volume: 2.5 litres
  • Price: 39,95 Euro

If the handlebar bag is used on its own, the most necessary items such as tools, repair kit, spare inner tube and more can be stored. You can also use the compact Zefal bag on bikepacking tours if you don't need the volume of a large handlebar bag.

The Z Adventure F2 handlebar bag mounted on a bikePhoto: HerstellerThe Z Adventure F2 handlebar bag mounted on a bike

Sandra Schuberth

Sandra Schuberth, sometimes an after-work ride, sometimes a training ride, sometimes an unsupported bikepacking challenge. The main thing is her and her gravel bike - away from the traffic. Seven Serpents, Badlands or Bright Midnight: she has finished challenging bikepacking races. Gravel and bikepacking are her favourite subjects, and her demands on equipment are high. What she rides, uses and recommends has to stand the test of time: not in marketing, but in real life.

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