Brompton waterproof backpack water resistance test

[@jamesbalhambike1205]

There is something particularly brilliant about Brilliant bikes, a UK based creator regularly exposed to wet weather, taking a summer holiday in an Alpine resort, in August, in the snow, to do a wet weather test on a Brompton bag, and not finding any rain. No other You Tube channel could pull this off, not even Kookaburra or Elliot. Keep up the good work.

[@brilliantbikes]

Thank you so much for the lovely comment! I was not certain how to reply, as it’s just lovely! Thank you!!

[@finn5020]

Never thought you will mention about Malaysia in your video..My home sweet home Malaysia truly Asia

[@brilliantbikes]

It’s a beautiful place. I’ve been lucky enough to visit twice, unfortunately pre Brompton! Maybe we should plan another trip with a Brompton! Thanks for watching! The little hut I was riding towards said Malaysia on it. To remind us of the warmth!

[@adrianandlaura]

My family are from Penang, and I proudly have the Malaysian flag on my Brommie. Beautiful country.

[@TheMaylo78]

Upin & ipin

[@1061shrink1061]

I'm not sure I was quite prepared for Brilliantbikes swimsuit edition! Your dedication to the cause is rather superb! I must remember to get in touch with you guys about a replacement front wheel for an electric!

[@brilliantbikes]

Sorry for the surprise! No worries, just send us an email

[@pootlingalong8928]

That bag is just the job for rainy ol Britain, notwithstanding the current sweltering heat! Reminds me of the Ortlieb rear panniers, just with the extra straps.

[@brilliantbikes]

I honestly have been impressed with it, just a bit of a shame the little pocket leaks.

[@balipeng]

I'm glad that you mentioned Malaysia! Never know you have visited here :)

[@brilliantbikes]

I have been lucky enough to visit twice, just beautiful! The little guy at the end of the street I was cycling towards said Malaysia on it to remind us of the warmth! Thanks so much for watching!

[@AndyZE123]

The vids just get better each time. You certainly took one for the team in the pool.The iPad case also came as a bit of a surprise!

[@brilliantbikes]

Lol! Many thanks for watching!

[@john-r-edge]

Seeing you travel on buses with a naked Brompton. My experience of travelling in trains and buses with a Brompton includes several situations which now demand that the B is covered. That included travel on Coaches on UK, where your B goes into the luggage compartment with travellers' suitcases (US riders think Greyhound). Also via Eurostar. One easy way to handle this is via the Brompton "Bike Cover with Integrated Pouch" - which you leave attached. I have an older model of this where you can remove the cover from the saddlebag pouch - tho even with the cover insode the pouch there is some small extra room for a tool etc. (Before getting organised with this cover i had a minor crisis trying to board the Eurostar in London. Luckily i found a nearby luggage wrap place which encased the B in plastic).

[@brilliantbikes]

We totally agree the transit cover is brilliant! So simple and you can take it everywhere! I still prefer the first version! Thanks for watching and your comment

[@jonathanleach3914]

Hannah you’re bonkers going into the swimming pool!!!!😂. I have the same bag. It’s excellent just slightly on the small size. I’ve found the central part to be waterproof. Thanks as always.

[@brilliantbikes]

It did feel a little crazy! New bag into a swimming pool! But we were impressed at how well it did! Thanks for watching

[@johnedwards1685]

In all truth, Your Grace, I am a bit staggered that with the continent having been comprehensively grilled this summer and dear old Blighty a bit jolly warm, Team Brilliant pops up in a winter snowfall like its time-travelled to Christmas Eve!

[@brilliantbikes]

Lol. It was very strange! Thanks for watching!

[@KavanOBrien]

That went swimmingly , yet another video in the bag , is it all about the song possibly = Waterproof = Cloud Cover & Fleurie , No doubt you’ve compiled all the songs I’ve sent over many feels like decades.

[@brilliantbikes]

Lol! Thank you for making me smile and for watching!

[@KavanOBrien]

@@brilliantbikes Hope the smile was natural and not wind related.

[@andreasrusch2568]

Impressive video with tons of dedication!

[@brilliantbikes]

Many thanks! It was actually really good fun!

[@bobwilliamson5574]

If that's your summer holiday i can't wait to see what your winter holiday is going to be. Nice video.

[@brilliantbikes]

😀! We must remember to take the Winter tyres! Thanks for watching!

[@martinneumann7783]

Very British! In summer, in France, in snow. Merci pour la vidéo ; c’était très amusant… 🇬🇧🤗🇫🇷

[@brilliantbikes]

Many thanks watching. So glad you enjoyed it!

[@HH60gPaveHawk]

Definitely a useful review! Worth noting for the UK commuting days where a mostly water resistant bag like the Carradice won’t cut the mustard… I don’t think I was aware it mounted sideways on the luggage block. That’s a great idea!

[@brilliantbikes]

Many thanks! We were impressed how waterproof it is!

[@john-r-edge]

Suggestion for future video. For many years there have been blog posts about replacing Brompton Easy Wheels with inline skate wheels which roll better - thanks to having bearrings, and being made of skating polyurethane. Recently i have seen some YT videos making use of the (very cheap) Oxelo inline skate wheels (63mm dia) from Decathlon. Fitting not hard, you need two longer bolts to finish the job. Parts for the job like EUR 10, so no problems wrt costs. There are potential issues of course, including.... #1 Additional weight. #2 inline skate wheels are stronger so in an accident the supporting rear rack may bend, rather than the wheel breaking (which is apparemtly one reason why standard Easy Wheels are by design a bit flimsy). #3 Clearance while pedalling - the Oxelo wheels are wider than stock wheels, so bigfoot riders may find their heels fouling the wheels when pedalling. #4 Not sure that this solution has been tried on all variants of frame types, Advance vs standard rack etc. Might he worth giving this subject the BrilliantBikes treatment.

[@brilliantbikes]

Many thanks for the suggestion! Added to the list! Thank you for watching!

[@matthewfox7281]

Good to see it put to the extreme. I have the same bag and have been through lots of rain on my commute... my only concern with this bag is the potential longevity of the velcro strap. I'd have preferred a clip srap, which might more easily be replaced. Not sure what can be done if / when the velcro becomes less grippy.

[@brilliantbikes]

A very good question! And one we will keep any eye on answering!

[@richardforster1239]

At 2:23 as you lead the bike away there are straps hanging from the backpack. Are there easy/convenient ways to secure those because they looked like they would get snagged on all kinds of things? Great video, didn't expect the swimming pool!

[@matthewfox7281]

There are little magnets in the padded arm straps and (even more impressively) magents in the adjustable straps below the arm straps. These hold the straps to the main body of the bag. So no dangly bits. Ingenious!

[@brilliantbikes]

Many thanks for watching! Yea sorry we just did not manage to use the magnetic fixings in that clip!

[@worldgeektube]

Hilarious pool test!

[@brilliantbikes]

Well we had missed the rain! So had to improvise. Thanks for watching!

[@edumardel]

0:17 "nice" weather puts you amazing 😍 // your forgot to try metal spikes tires also

[@brilliantbikes]

We have tried them before on a couple of videos, they are great! A bit prickly to install! Schwalbe Marathon Winter tyre installation on a Brompton wheel kzbin.info/www/bejne/naHXoWeIbaqbZ6s Thanks for watching!

[@edumardel]

@@brilliantbikes You're always one step forward 🥰

[@aedamhaeng]

Your iPad sleeve makes me crazy 🤣

[@joaogalante7712]

Fit as a cat, but with small child. ❤🎉

[@brilliantbikes]

Lol! A bit of bright fun to help look after it when I drop it! Thanks for watching!

[@tikkathreebarrels]

@ 3:26 what kind of puddle was it? 🙂 Please do it all again.

[@brilliantbikes]

lol! It was a wet pool of water puddle! Thanks for watching!

[@SingaporeUntold]

This video earns a like from everyone❤❤

[@brilliantbikes]

Many thanks for watching!

[@tbear4291]

Exactly when heat wave arrives here you found yourself a cooler place you cheekya

[@brilliantbikes]

Many thanks for watching! Yes it was a lot cooler!

[@nicekit]

Hi H.. cant believe that you brought the bike to the alps .. did you even get to ride there? :P

[@brilliantbikes]

Of course, there was no snow lower down. Thanks for watching!

[@dandevvers]

Hello. Nice video. Was the copper colour a limited edition?

[@WayneFoxPhotography]

Certifiable. Both bag and owner! 😂

[@brilliantbikes]

Yes it was only released in limited numbers. Let’s hope it comes back!

[@dandevvers]

@@brilliantbikes Ah that’s a shame. Thanks for the reply 👍

[@chrisjonesbsc]

A boring question, but do you think the little pocket liner will de-bond internally? I ask because my little blue brompton roll top bag has developed this fault. I think you lot are great by the way.

[@brilliantbikes]

There is a full internal liner, so it’s like it’s double skinned. Sorry to hear about you bag, would it still be under warranty?

[@yoavkele]

Inspiring !

[@brilliantbikes]

Thank you for watching!

[@ThePensionerAdventurer]

Hello Guy's, The things you have to do for us - lol... it clearly is really waterproof... See you on the next one. Take care. Paul,,

[@brilliantbikes]

Many thanks for watching our madness again! We had fun, hope you enjoyed it!

[@gordonmculloch4904]

Lovely way to test for waterproofing, but a hose down in the back garden is so much easier. 😂 👍

[@brilliantbikes]

Very true, but not as fun! Thanks for watching!

[@anthonylloyd6094]

You could go on a return trip and test out the Schwalbe studded tyres......?

[@brilliantbikes]

We have tested them before! They are great! Thanks for watching!

[@robgilbert3395]

Hilarious - thanks!

[@brilliantbikes]

Thank you! Glad you found it funny, thanks for watching!

[@macau.friend]

The swimming pool also doesn’t say no bike, so I wonder what would happen if you jump into the pool with your Brompton 😂 BTW, rainstorms in Malaysia is no joke. It would be a good place to test out your bag.

[@brilliantbikes]

Funny we did think about the bike in the pool, then felt the chain would not like it! Maybe we should schedule a Malaysian trip?

[@grahamatsea3575]

Epic update.....snow in august 😂😂.

[@brilliantbikes]

Many thanks for watching! It was amazing, 1.5 metres at the top!

[@brightlightdun]

I like your iPad cover. It is very cute. Can't wait for the bikini edition of the testing ;)

[@brilliantbikes]

😂 we think we need to do the waterproof metro pouch…. Thanks for watching!

[@dhardingham]

As mad as a box of frogs!

[@brilliantbikes]

Lol! We had fun making it! Thanks for watching!

[@slicedpage]

Is this little junket Tax deductible?

[@brilliantbikes]

Lol! Never thought of that! We should ask our accountant!

[@slicedpage]

Business travel is often free of Tax@@brilliantbikes

[@grahamlongley8298]

Who on earth takes a bike up a ski resort. Must be totally bonkers- But in a nice way all the same🙄

[@brilliantbikes]

Lol! We thought we might be able to do a bit of fun riding at the top. But had snow instead! Thanks for watching! Mind you we have cycled up to a ski resort before…..

[@nathansmith7153]

Totally bonkers!

[@brilliantbikes]

Many thanks! We had fun! Thanks for watching the craziness!