Like bats in sleep mode, they dangle from the saddle racks of marathon and touring bikes. Saddle bags are used by bikers who find a rucksack too heavy and sweaty and fully loaded jersey bags annoying. Like Klickfix or Topeak, they are attached using an adapter system or Velcro straps that are fed through the saddle rails. The former takes a little more time to fit, but can be removed quickly at any time.
In the case of Deuter, Norco and Bontrager, the Velcro strips can be easily threaded and attached. The zips are also still easy to operate. The strap of the Syntace bag, on the other hand, is far too short, can only be threaded through the flap with fingertip sensitivity and then also covers the zip. Norco and Klickfix offer the largest storage space. To ensure that nothing rattles during the ride, the remaining space is best filled with a cloth. The bags from Bontrager and Syntace only have space for the essentials. However, small dividers help to organise the dark caves.
The test results of these saddlebags can be found below as a PDF download:
- Bontrager Pro Pack S
- Deuter Bike Bag I
- Klickfix Integra L
- Norco Idaho M
- Synchros HiVol. 550
- Topeak Aero Wedge Pack M
Downloads:
Stefan Frey
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