Bike - Bicycle bags - Practical everyday helpers

If you travel a lot by bike, you need a suitable bag or rucksack to store your personal belongings. There is a large selection of different carrying systems: front panniers, rear panniers, saddle bags, frame bags, handlebar bags or bike baskets. From long tours to everyday trips to work or the supermarket - finding the right bag for every situation is usually not that easy. Whether single or double bag, attached to the frame or fixed with a special holder. The bags are often made of water-repellent material to protect the contents. Different sizes, shapes and colors make for a large selection.

Which bag suits me?

Whether a backpack or bag depends entirely on the purpose. What should the bag or rucksack do? Personal preferences also play a major role here. You should ask yourself the following questions: What do I need the bag/backpack for? Which bag fits my bike, how can I attach it to my bike? What size is important for me? What do I want to transport with it? If you ask yourself these questions before buying, you will be able to narrow down the selection a little.

If you are a professional cyclist, you will certainly want to go for sports brands such as Vaude or Evoc. Special features such as hydration bladder compartments or back protectors are in demand here. However, more and more leisure and travel luggage manufacturers are developing excellent backpacks and bags for bikes. Trendy brands such as Travelite, Eastpak or Jack Wolfskin offer excellent bike backpacks, frame bags or bags for the luggage rack.

That little bit extra - waterproof materials, reflectors and more

Who hasn't experienced it before: you set off in the sunshine and suddenly it starts to rain. Everything is wet, including the contents of the bag! Pay attention to the materials when buying! There are many models made from water-repellent material and some bags are also made from environmentally friendly and recycled materials. Backpacks often come with a matching rain cover, either separately or attached directly to the backpack. Visibility is not only an important issue in road traffic! Reflectors and reflective elements ensure safety on the road!

Ergonomics - differences in bike backpacks for men and women

When looking for a suitable bike backpack, you should definitely pay attention to ergonomics. There are some differences here due to physique and physiology. The requirements here are a good fit and the right back length. Of course, the same bag can, in principle, be used by all genders. It is important to pay attention to the width and height that fits the body. This increases the chance of finding a well-fitting bike backpack!