Bikepacking Guide - What Gear To Take

[@PhilSnider]

Deciding where to put everything is always an evolving art

[@laurivide0s]

Just watched 5 videos in raw. Love the format: short and sharp. Straight to the point 🙏

[@robertfarnsworth3706]

I was brought up in a cycle touring family and am so pleased to see people getting on their bikes. Bikepacking is really taking off. However, despite not having tried it, it does seem that all the weight is very high up and fear this would make the bike unbalanced. My only problem with traditional touring is that when I put my four panniers on, I have a bad habit of filling them!! 😄😄

[@jimbojet8728]

A really interesting vid. Well put together and enjoyable. Thank you

[@zackkelly8438]

nice to find this video, just actually discovered these products today. will plan a route for when winter passes and make purchase.

[@kayvonchamier]

Amazing Setup 🤙

[@baumridesbikes737]

We have the same powerbank, matt and tent XD

[@josiahfresnel]

Is that Duster as a backing track? Good choice

[@jasonblack460]

You may mention how dispersing the weight affects the handling. Such as heavier stuff closer to frame ect. I know you packed that tent first, exactly right, but some thought behind why you did it would be very beneficial to beginners. Ride on!

[@Restrapltd]

We have a seperate video on our channel that goes into detail of what to pack onto the bike and where - check it out!

[@pedalfieber]

Like your Bags, the quality is awesome! Only the saddle bag seams to shaky, when testing it in my last video.

[@Restrapltd]

Hi, we have a how-to video on our channel for mounting the saddle bag - you'll need to make sure you tighten up all the straps correctly to eliminate sway. Sometimes if you pack you bag with more weight towards the top, that can cause some sway too. Our update of our Saddle Bags last year had us redesign the strap system to reduce sway as much as possible.

[@pedalfieber]

@@Restrapltd thanks, will check it :)

[@stuartcampbell9119]

I'm wanting to get into bike packing and have watched a few of these videos now. No one seems to mention how you carry food though. If you're going away for 2 or 3 days and you're away from civilisation, how do people carry enough food for 2 or 3 decent meals a day? There seems to be minimal extra space with this sort of set-up.

[@myfrequencies1912]

Fork leg bag is a great option although it does get vibey down there. No eggs.

[@Parkour_People]

Just like multi day hiking I recommend freeze dried meals, you can get 600 / 800 calorie ones and they dont weigh much and can be shoved anywhere. If you bring a small water purifier then you can go really light and just camp near a water supply (easy in the UK)

[@SophisticatedDogCat]

@@Parkour_People Freeze dried meals suck. Couscous, Knorr rice/ pasta sides, tortillas, butters, etc. are much lighter, pack down smaller and contain far more calories than those overpriced freeze-dried meals. Also cost way less.

[@Parkour_People]

@@SophisticatedDogCat Yeah I agree, but as an easy option for someone not sure they are perfect

[@gowikuscommunityproduction4605]

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[@juwong1575]

Is waterproof bag included to your front roll bag?

[@Restrapltd]

Hi Andrey, the dry bag is included with the Bar Bag, and is 100% waterproof :)

[@chrismansfield3327]

Thanks for the video. Just wondering what camp mat is in this video as the pack size looks really small? Thanks

[@Restrapltd]

The camp mat used in this video is a low price inflatable on found online - but in our experience you can't go wrong with a thermarest mat. They pack down just as small and we've found them to be really reliable.

[@arrowsmithism]

It’s from Alpkit, cloud base sleeping mat. I’ve got one myself and it’s fantastic

[@jayreillyphoto]

my question is anyone if you can answer(I am new to bikepacking..) why not use a back rack and pannier bag system? seems like it would hold more and more comfortable? no?

[@Restrapltd]

It's an individual choice. The main advantage of rackless bags is you don't need a specific bike to go touring, you can use any bike!

[@macanic5161]

I understand the Bar Bag as well as the Saddle Bag are completely waterproof. But what about the Restrap Frame Bag, Top Tube Bag and Food Pouch? They might feature waterproof zippers and fabrics, but I don’t trust the seams so much, since I believe they’re not taped. In my experience, seams leak with age. What is your experience?

[@Restrapltd]

Hi, you are correct - because the Frame Bag, Top Tube Bag and Food Pouch are stitched products, they're not 100% waterproof, but because they're made from waterproof materials, water should run off the bag, for the most part. You might see water ingress in severe conditions. We reinforce all internal seams, making the bags more durable so while there may be stretch over time on occasion, it should retain the same level of waterproofing with age.

[@j1mbobable]

nice alpinist :)

[@markgill8444]

5 watch nerds watched this video. 😆

[@barragin9893]

Been looking into bikepacking but one thing just doesn't make sense: why are the packs so damn expensive?!?!

[@Restrapltd]

Think of them like backpacks for your bike. Bike bags go through a lot more than a normal backpack would. They get hit with more severe weather, they can get covered in mud on off-road rides and road grit during wet and wintery conditions. Not only that, they're mounted to a bike which moves around a lot, which can cause wear and tear. We design our bags to be quality kit, and be able to handle all of these, be easy to use, and last. I hope this answers your question!

[@myfrequencies1912]

Start with a rack & panniers. Maximum load for minimum investment.

[@syrus3k]

The posh brands are expensive, there's loads of cheaper ones on Amazon etc

[@involuntarysoul3867]

aliexpress is your friend

[@jonathanlangston9687]

I’ve noticed a lot of bikepacking videos don’t appear to use backpacks? Is there any reason for this? I often ride mtb wearing one with no issues.

[@DonnieX6]

You get less strain on your neck and rest of body like that, and the bike is doing the carrying for you ;) Also the center of gravity will be lower and you get a less sweaty back too. But on short rides and commuting I also wear a light backpack, no problem in that!

[@AussieInJapan]

Great guide! Where do you carry your convenience store snack supplies?

[@Restrapltd]

Wherever there's space usually! The food pouch on the bar bag is ideal, as is the frame bag and top tube bag. For bigger items, it's always a good idea to carry a musette bag with you too - great for carrying the camp beers and bigger bits of food.

[@leonardonaylor8671]

Rock a bum bag with medical supplies too or back of Lycra if you wear

[@markovich88]

carry a small musette somewhere

[@seanbate8890]

Whats that green and blue bike??

[@Restrapltd]

That's a Brother Kepler Disc :)

[@skfoxjrxzz5051]

I need to know what bike you’re riding, it’s beautiful

[@Restrapltd]

This is an Enigma Cycles Escape, very beautiful indeed!!

[@markbottcher5799]

Which tents are you using? Struggling to find one. Cheers

[@Restrapltd]

The tents most of us use are the Naturehike Cloud Up. Great value tent that's easy to put up/take down and weighs quite little too.

[@troutslayer5953]

Nice

[@karenb221]

What sleeping bag do you recommend ?

[@Restrapltd]

There's a lot on the market - we find that a good 2 season sleeping bag will cover you for most conditions. Paired with a good quality mat and a silk liner, that covers most situations.

[@GravelFilmsDivision]

Nice vid, useful, thanks :-)

[@andriegilsson6623]

Great vid. What shirt is that you're in? Looks nice.

[@JolyonPatten]

Looks like a McNair to me. i have one. Lovely.

[@andriegilsson6623]

@@JolyonPatten Nice, thanks - I think you're right! Price is a bit steep though. How's it holding up?

[@JolyonPatten]

@@andriegilsson6623 It's good. A bit like a posh Swanndri, but I'm not sure if I'd get one again, as it's best, I think, for cold, dry climates. I'm not really convinced by thick wool for keeping out a lot of water! ;-)

[@andriegilsson6623]

Yeah, perhaps not ideal in the UK climate or my Icelandic once! Appreciate you replying. Have a good one.

[@ralphruiz3454]

hey mate wonder if i ask, what's the size of your wheels?

[@Restrapltd]

Hi Ralph, the wheels on this bike are 700c :)

[@blocheadz]

Thanks for the video! If you want some USA based Yorkshireman reviews let me know’!

[@garymitchell5899]

The geometry is a bit silly. Rack on the back and all that would go in it. Better weight distribution as well.

[@olabilir7584]

Hello man whats your bike?

[@Restrapltd]

This is an Enigma Escape :)

[@CauliflowerEars1]

Food. Hydration.

[@myfrequencies1912]

The hydration seemed to be coming from the clouds.

[@teekayrezeaumerah]

where's the food ???

[@victoriathegreencheekconur5477]

I guess in the hydration pack

[@garyives1218]

pillow, small LED camplight/ phone charger.......FOOD, WATER, FILTER

[@brianlea5814]

What are you cooking with the stove? Nobody ever talks about what meals they are taking!!

[@Restrapltd]

We have a video about this! Have a look on our channel for our Bikepacking Guide on Cooking :)

[@matthewcain2880]

Hipster beanie and glasses, check!

[@alainpryt9641]

👏👏👍🚴🏻‍♂️🇫🇷

[@nastydenoodel]

where's your food go? 😅

[@SanketKambli]

the amount of money it takes to set this up. I mean all this shit costs too much money in my country. making bikepacking a rich mans hobby

[@Restrapltd]

There are always cheaper ways of doing things, whether that is second-hand purchasing, cheaper made products or donations/fund-raising. Unfortunately it costs a lot of money to make the products we do using a local workforce and paying them a fair wage along with the best materials for the job and years of manufacturing expertise. Not forgetting the time it takes to make videos like this one to help teach people what they might want to learn :)

[@MotörheadMickey]

What the fuck is a down jacket?? Is that just a fancy way of saying "a jacket"?