Revelate Designs bikepacking bags in the test: Robustness and storage space impress
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Revelate Designs from the USA delivers a robust and well thought-out set that is one of the most spacious in the test with a total volume of 36 litres. Ultracycling athlete Lael Wilcox relies on the bags from Revelate Designs - the exceptional athlete wants to set off on 7 June to beat the men's world record for cycling around the world. The centrepiece of the set is the Spinelock saddle bag: thanks to the eponymous Spinelock holder, it sits absolutely wobble-free while riding - a clear advantage over many competitors. With a total weight of 1.8 kilograms, the set is comparatively heavy due to its robust construction, but this is bearable in view of the generous storage space. The frame and top tube bag have some minor weaknesses, which could protect their contents better from moisture and dust. The set price of € 695 is the highest in the test. The set score is 1.7.
The bags in detail
1st Revelate Design Spinelock - Grade 1.4
| Price | 260 Euro >> available here |
| Volume | 16 litres |
| Weight | 711 grammes |
| Watertightness | 1,5 |
| Equipment | 1,5 |
| Assembly/stop | 1,0 |
| Handling | 1,5 |
Strengths
- Spinelock bracket ensures a wobble-free hold while travelling
- Many clever details for additional fastenings
Weaknesses
- Relatively heavy
2nd Revelate Design Tangle Frame Bag Medium - Grade 2.0
| Price | 150 Euro >> available here |
| Volume | 4 litres |
| Weight | 280 grammes |
| Watertightness | 2,5 |
| Equipment | 1,5 |
| Assembly/stop | 2,0 |
| Handling | 2,0 |
Strengths
- Two zips on the left and right
- Lots of pockets for good organisation
Weaknesses
- Becomes somewhat bulbous when fully loaded
3rd Revelate Design Mag Tank Bolt-On - Grade 2.9
| Price | 85 Euro >> available here |
| Volume | 1 litre |
| Weight | 152 grammes |
| Watertightness | 4,0 |
| Equipment | 3,0 |
| Assembly/stop | 2,5 |
| Handling | 2,0 |
Strengths
- Stiff bag holds well and sits wobble-free
- Easily accessible when stationary
Weaknesses
- Raised lid offers hardly any protection from dust and rain from the front when travelling
4th Revelate Design Handle Bar Mount + Saltyroll - Grade 1.5
| Price | 200 Euro |
| Volume | 15 litres |
| Weight | 636 grammes |
| Watertightness | 1,5 |
| Equipment | 1,5 |
| Assembly/stop | 1,5 |
| Handling | 1,5 |
Strengths
- Robust and large
- Protects contents from rain and dust without wobbling
- Many belts can be lashed cleanly
Weaknesses
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Overview of all bags
| Revelate Designs Spinelock | Revelate Designs Tangle Frame Bag Medium | Revelate Designs Mag Tank Bolt-On | Revelate Designs Handle Bar Mount + Saltyroll | |
| Price | 260 Euro | 150 Euro | 85 Euro | 200 Euro |
| Volume | 16 litres | 4 litres | 1 litre | 15 litres |
| Weight | 711 grammes | 280 grammes | 152 grammes | 636 grammes |
| Watertightness | 1,5 | 2,5 | 4,0 | 1,5 |
| Equipment | 1,5 | 1,5 | 3,0 | 1,5 |
| Assembly/stop | 1,0 | 2,0 | 2,5 | 1,5 |
| Handling | 1,5 | 2,0 | 2,0 | 1,5 |
| Grade | 1,4 | 2,0 | 2,9 | 1,5 |
Set price: 695 euros | Total volume: 36 litres | Total weight: 1.8 kg | Set rating: 1.7
Matthias Borchers
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