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Review on ๐Ÿšด Waterproof Bikepacking Handlebar Bags by ROCKBROS - Front 2 Dry Packs for Road & MTB Bikes, 19-20L Capacity by Ramon Hood

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Questionable durability

Took this on a bike ride from DC to Pittsburgh and it was the worst gear I have ever bought. The backpack has plenty of room for a tent and a few other items, but the handlebar attachment point puts a lot of pressure on the braking system. I saw this while trying out a pre-ride setup, which prompted me to invest in a handlebar extender. With the handlebar extension it works much better without the risk of stepping on the brakes. The main problem I have is the buckle system. The buckles that attached the small bag to the roll continued to loosen. On rougher sections of the trail it could get so loose that a small sack would hit the top of the front wheel. At 20-30 km this is not a problem. But when you travel 40-60 miles every day and consistently, it becomes very annoying to reset and re-tighten the straps and buckle system. This will be the last time I use these backpacks and will most likely invest in a more powerful system.

Pros
  • Sturdy construction
Cons
  • There are downsides