Originally Posted by
bikemig
Looking for a small front handlebar bag with a mapcase. I have no issues with gps but I still like to use real maps.
Any recommendations?
I like the Carradice Keswick and with the drop in the value of the pound, the cost is not too bad ($110 shipped with the attachment bracket).
The Ortlieb Ultimate six runs around $130 with the attachment.
Any experience on either of these bags? Alternatives?
I have a Carradice Keswick. I like it a lot. It uses the same kind of klikflix or whatever quick release mounting system as the ortliebs, making it very convenient. Looks vintage, works modern.
Works fine for carrying phone, wallet, jacket, flashlight, etc. Not meant for more than 3 or 4 lbs I think.
The only annoying thing is that there are little leather D hook thingies on the sides that get in the way. They are meant for attaching a carrying strap but are badly designed. They bend outward and get in the way of the brake levers. I solved it by cutting them off. This obviously would only be an issue with dropped bars.