4 DIY Brompton Bags

[@Mindfulskeptic-]

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[@2Bikes4Adventure]

@stargazer9466, we hope that means you subscribed.

[@richardbarrett4104]

Genuinely pleased to see a cheaper version/option of these expensive bags. I know Brompton are good quality, but sooo expensive. Thanks more like this please you two, love your stuff.

[@CherDele]

I traded in my old Brompton for an eBrompton so the chances of touring on it is zero. But, it doesn't stop me from enjoying your videos.

[@flogga123]

This video is PERFECT and came just at the right time!!! I've been looking for Brompton bags for commuting to work for a while now and was resigned that I'd have to pay a lot of money, but now that I've watched this video I think I'll have a go at converting a bag I own already! Thanks so much, this is fantastic!!!

[@tandago7281]

I am really impressed at the level of preparation for this video. Such nice details :)

[@GreenlifeFin]

Thanks, extremely well made video! I don’t have a Brompton, just got an old, cheap foldable bike, but this gave me some ideas.

[@keaixiaomeinv]

This channel never ceases to amaze me.

[@2Bikes4Adventure]

Stay tuned and spread the word around!

[@keaixiaomeinv]

@@2Bikes4Adventure I'll do my best!

[@emn45088]

Happy day! Here’s to 28 more years of cycling together with all its ups and downs!

[@jajr.08]

Great ideas! and very practical. I can now think of DIY solutions instead of getting an expensive T-bag :)

[@petergilbert72]

Great vid - very clear precepts and practical. I’ve a B Electric which of course requires any DIY bag to incorporate a secure and central location for the battery. Valeria produces several shopping and commuter bags for the BE (I have one) which use the frame from Brompton’s City bag. To obtain touring volumes of 25-30l I use it open topped with an Osprey rucksack waterproof cover. This enables ease of access, but is still less secure/elegant than a 30l roll top. Perhaps a project for someone is a DIY Brompton Electric bag?!

[@ashtonjohn1]

Thank you! Really enjoyed this video. You've opened my imagination I have a large bag and frame and wouldn't of thought to put these too together.. thanks again really like your videos ....

[@2Bikes4Adventure]

Imagination, like Bromptons, can go a long way.

[@KarlOnSea]

I did the same with my Ortlieb Office Bag - made for a smart commuter bag too.

[@Bikemaddad]

I love your creativity. That’s exacty how I roll. 😅

[@madiantin]

I love how your videos are so well organized. It makes them easy to follow and very helpful and informative. Thank you so much. =)

[@davidclark1152]

Another great video - I had the same challenge and couldn't get my roll top panier to clip to the frame. Ended up buying a Trigo metal adaptor online, fixed it to a piece of steel plate, riveted pannier to it & it's great. 100% waterproof, secure on the front block & much cheaper than equivalent off the shelf options too!

[@2Bikes4Adventure]

Trying a DIY with one of those adaptor is part of my to do list. Did the final result interfere with the handlebar/cabling in any way?

[@davidclark1152]

Hi, had no problems with interference with mine, although the panier isn't huge (14L I think). That's why the metal adaptor is great as you have some control over the mount. Have done abt 500 miles with mine so far and it's proving reliable, even when fully loaded. Happy to share a photo of my set up if there's a way to do so...

[@2Bikes4Adventure]

We are curious. Could always email the picture to [e-mail]

[@davidclark1152]

Happy to do so :)

[@phillblake6829]

Absolutely love your presentation and in-depth research. ❤

[@karenanderson6323]

Just what I was looking for. I have to figure how to make a front carrier for my 10lb dog! Thank you. I welcome any suggestions!

[@2Bikes4Adventure]

We would likely start with an existing bicycle pet carrier/basket (new ones start at $20 on Amazon.com) and attach a Brompton bag adaptor to it ($20 (Vincita) to $29 (Trigo) on Amazon.com). Alternatively, if you own a Brompton bag already, reusing its frame and attaching the pet carrier to it using some tie-wraps would most likely do the trick. Good luck.

[@gideonemery1308]

If you can get your hands on a T-bag, you're set. My dog is around 13lb and is quite happy riding in mine, mounted in the front block. I've used it for about 5 years without issue - I'd say I've loaded easily double the recommended weight in groceries alone and never a fail. She rides in it sideways with her paws on the "lip". I roll fold the bag lip/rim a couple times (to the outside), then clip the sides after a twist or 2. This helps firm up the edges. Finally, I use the centre strap to cinch her in a little for security, tucking the slack from her leash into one of the rear "drink" holders. She loves it.

[@karenanderson6323]

@@gideonemery1308 thank you just today I received in the mail the Brompton Burroughs basket. I’m going to try that out tomorrow and I think that’s gonna work out really well. I am interested with some more ventilation I seen. Some pet carriers with a lot of screening all around specially, for the summer. In the meantime, I think this is gonna work perfect! Thank you for your suggestion of the tea bag I know there’s gonna be more Brompton bags or the like in my future, I’ve only had my Brompton about a week first one very excited!

[@leporello7]

After many two-week-trips on my Brompton I ended up with just a soft bag strapped to the front of my handlebars and the stem. Using these as a mounting point instead of the luggage block calms the steering significantly; and it saves weight (no block, no luggage frame). This is not viable for a lot of weight though; and instead of two seconds I need five to remove the bag from the bike.

[@Ivandrago89]

Was SOO happy when I discovered that you were Canadian! Do you live in Toronto/Ontario? Am going to buy a new Brompton A line as soon as I reach. Would you please let me know where I could buy one brand new in Ontario?

[@2Bikes4Adventure]

Hi Max, We are located in Montreal. Dumoulin Bicyclettes is our go to shop while at home. As for Ontario, we visited Curbside Cycle in Toronto prior to the pandemic and they had a good selection of Bromptons and related accessories.

[@Ivandrago89]

@@2Bikes4Adventure thank you for answering

[@orenaofer]

Great video! I ended up using an Ortlieb QL 3.1 Office black reflective bag, the mounting hardware fits perfectly on the Brompton carrier rack. One problem is the Office Bag is such an old design, they really need to update it. Another issue with that bag is that it's really challenging to add an water bottle pocket to. With the backroller panniers, you can add one t othe sides but with the office bag, you need the sides to close the clips. Also, I'm still looking for a way to mount my Ortlieb Ultimate handlebar bag to the Brompton carrier block. Any ideas about that?

[@2Bikes4Adventure]

When touring with a DIY bag, I usually attach a bottle holder on the back of luggage rack (a cheap $10 Decathlon Riverside Fabric handlebar bottle cage will do). It has the advantage of being easy to reach while cycling and doesn’t need any modification to the bag. I assume you want to simulate an Orlieb mini O-Bag with your Ultimate, an interesting challenge. Assuming you do not want to modify your existing Ortlieb bag or handlebar mounting bracket, I would buy a Brompton luggage adapter plate ($5 on Aliexpress) and install an short horizontal bar on it (to simulate an handlebar) and install your Ortlieb mounting bracket on it. It would be a little bit “Frankenstein-looking”, but it’s cheap and should work. Good luck!

[@simonlin2663]

How about eRider ebike system ? I saw their brompton bike DIY video , it's so cooooool

[@dvesfvhssss]

very good solution

[@williamferguson869]

Very interesting and informative, thank you 🙏

[@jonathanjones5282]

I like 🙂, thank you for some good advice.

[@sadikicole3444]

Brilliant video 👏

[@reedmcphail1006]

What an epic video!!!

[@springmustachio6403]

For option 4: Ortlieb Office Bag - where do you drill the holes so it works with the Brompton frame? I have a bag on the way and wanted to use the method described in this video. Thanks!

[@2Bikes4Adventure]

Hi Spring Mustachio, First, remove the mounting bracket located at the back of the bag (there should be 3 Phillips screw on QL2). Loosely clip the mounting bracket to the top of your Brompton luggage rack. Move your bag on the luggage rack and, using a marker or a pen, mark horizontally where the bracket touches the back of the bag (should be higher than the existing holes). Remove the mounting bracket from the frame and align it with the pen marks on the bag. You will need to drill the back of the bag to coincide with the 3 Phillips screw holes of the bracket. It our case, the holes were about 25.5cm from the bottom of the bag (the middle of the hooks being 27.4cm from the bottom of the bag) If by mistake, you drill too low, the bag won’t rest on the lower support when attached (annoying but not catastrophic). If you drill too high, the Ortlieb clip won’t attach securely to the luggage rack (we don’t want that). We plugged the 3 original Ortlieb holes using tire patches. Good luck and enjoy your new DIY Waterproof bag.

[@springmustachio6403]

Thank you! Will attempt this week. Also using the diagram here for reference - karlonsea.wordpress.com/2010/12/23/fitting-an-ortlieb-office-bag-to-a-brompton/

[@kittencollective]

Getting in contact with the person I gave my Ortleib office pannier to see if she still has it.... for rainy Brompton rides.

[@2Bikes4Adventure]

Hopefully, you will remain friends with that person, no matter what eventually happens with the Office Bag :-)

[@kittencollective]

@@2Bikes4Adventure She's not using it, I suggested she buy a Brompton to go with this bag.

[@LePVdestructeur]

Hey Pam and Gilbert! I'm in China where you can design your own carrier frame. May I kindly ask the measurment between the lower hook rail and the upper hook rail please? I'd also need the tube diameter. Thanks!

[@2Bikes4Adventure]

The tube diameter is 13mm, the distance between the center of the top tube and the center of the bottom tube is about 28cm

[@LePVdestructeur]

@@2Bikes4Adventure thanks a lot !

[@IslamicOrigins]

Brompton needs to think about getting bags for tourers.

[@2Bikes4Adventure]

Good opportunity for 3rd party bag manufacturers to fill the gap.

[@rogberube6422]

Helpful video. Thanks for sharing. :)

[@janmorren1]

I do have the Brompton C-bag, but these are great tips! I’m looking for a rear rack solution. I don’t know if the trunk bag is still available. That would give me the ideal solution to go on my adventures. Some trips around Belgium. Some days on the road. No camping.

[@2Bikes4Adventure]

Brompton Rack/Trunk Bag are certainly getting fewer and far between in bike stores recently. Vincita Nash bag could be an option, but is smaller. Some conventional bike trunk bags do fit fairly well on the Brompton rack, but it could be hit and miss if ordered online. Another option would be to “hack” a solution. This site www.shanecycles.com/carrying-luggage-on-a-brompton-folding-bike/ shows how to attach an Ortlieb horizontally on the rear rack. Maybe you are doing something similar already?

[@janmorren1]

@@2Bikes4Adventure I'm not. But the suggestion is good though. How they put two bags on top of each other, is interesting. I have to think about the heel stride. And indeed, that Vincita bag is something I'm considering. With the paniers, the heel stride is still prevented, and it gives more room. Thank you very much for your answer! Somehow, I'll manage to get those bags going :-) Cheers!

[@tulipkaren]

What bike is she riding, please?

[@2Bikes4Adventure]

Brompton 2001 T3, Brompton 2016 M6R and Birdy 2005 Mk1 Classic (02:53)

[@janmorren1]

I'm thinking of adding the Vincita bag, and on top of that, the Ortlieb I already have. That is something I can carry when not riding (getting on a train eg).

[@ODOB]

Cool stuff. Thanks.

[@GoweserExploreJogja]

Woww..i like brompton..👍

[@NoZenith]

Thank you!

[@youknownothing3766]

How are the aftermarket front carrier blocks? Do you recommend them or should we stick with the original blocks (for carrying weight limits).

[@2Bikes4Adventure]

We never tried 3rd party front carrier block. We would not be too worry about the block itself, but may want to make sure the hex head sockets are of good quality

[@youknownothing3766]

@@2Bikes4Adventure Thank you, I thought the bike didnt come with a block. Turns out my new brompton came with the block and a pump.

[@zumbaRdie]

What is the name of the vendor you bought the rack from? Did you buy it from Aliexpress?

[@2Bikes4Adventure]

Both frames were from older Brompton bags we already own.

[@100toeface]

I noticed you used a large box to bring the Brompton to Japan as luggage. Where did you store the box while cycling? How did you bring the Bromptons on the trains without carry bags?

[@2Bikes4Adventure]

Most of the time, when we travel with boxes, we discard them at the arrival airport. For the return flight (assuming we are not cycling back home), we use IKEA Dimpa bag padded with corrugated plastic sheets. In trains, use the same Dimpa bags as well. You may find more details in our video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5nPqaGhnbZ4a7M

[@erickaguilar4899]

Jilber lol

[@MiataBRG]

Alternatively you could buy a bike that is more suitable for touring and get bags to fit that!

[@2Bikes4Adventure]

Or one can ask, why tour on a folding bike? kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqPbf2mJqaarmrs

[@mousetokio]

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