Bicycle Saddle Bags

Great Bike Touring Spot: Mammoth Mountain, California

BicyclesAdmin — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 14:52:53 +0000

When looking for a great place for bike touring in California, look no further than the beautiful city of Mammoth California. Although, mostly known for it’s world class ski resort and beautiful Mammoth Mountain ski slopes many overlook this city for it’s scenic bike touring areas.

The crisp and clean mountain air will be the first thing you notice when you strap on your bike panniers or bicycle saddle bags and prepare for your ride. Unless, you live in Colorado high country you may require a little time to get used to the high altitude as well. But once you start taking in the beautiful vistas, green meadows, and snow capped mountains you’ll soon realize it was well worth it.

For more advanced cyclist you can even ride up the steep and windy Mammoth mountain road that will lead you right up to the base of the famous Mammoth Mountain ski slopes. You’ll give your lungs and legs a serious work out as you crank your way slowly up this beautiful road.

On the other hand, if you love mountain biking on dirt roads you can take on the challenging Mammoth Mountain itself. During summer months you can even ride the gondola up the mountain, bike in tow, and descend this challenging mountain. Just make sure you have front shocks on your bike or you may find your vision blurry as you bump along the rocky trails.
In typical Mammoth Mountain fashion, no one is left out, there’s even a BMX style bike track at the base of the mountain. If you’re lucky you may even see competitions and demonstrations on an amazing challenge trail. Fixed gear mountain bike/ BMX hybrid bikes hop from log to log and perform amazing feats of balance.

So if you’re looking for a great place to a great place to tour in California, look no further than Mammoth. You’ll be glad you did.

The Most Popular Styles Of Bicycle Saddle Bags – If You Want To Haul It You Can Find Great Bicycle Saddle Bags For You!

BicyclesAdmin — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:28:08 +0000

Bicycle Touring Is For Everyone!

These days more and more people are turning to bicycle touring as their primary form of recreation. Not only is spinning those pedals great for exercise and stress relief but it is a cost effective way to have fun. Whether it’s a cell phone, bike repair kit, food, or camping gear there are bicycle saddle bags to fit your needs.

Seat bags

Seat Bags are great for small items such as keys, wallet, tire kit, or a cell phone. This bag resides right beneath the rear of the seat and is actually attached to the bottom of the seat. These bags do not affect the balance or overall weight of the bike much at all, their limitation is size.

Handlebar bags are convenient

Handlebar Bags are wonderful due to the fact that everything is conveniently located right in front of you. Attached directly to the stem of the handlebars these bags can carry a fairly small load conveniently and typically easy to install and remove. The one drawback is that an overweight bag can definitely affect your ability to steer or balance your bike so keep it light!

Frame Bags

Frame bags are a great because they affect the overall balance of the bike the least. Since they’re located at the center of bike frame they typically do not cause any balance issues. The main drawback of these bags is you can’t stuff much in them and if you try to then you may find your legs rubbing against bag as you pedal.

Bike panniers will carry EVERYTHING!!!

Bicycle saddle bags or panniers are for the serious touring enthusiast. These bags are designed to haul loads safely on the bike. Typically these bags are attached to bike racks that you install on the front, rear or both ends of your bike. These bags make hauling food, sleeping bag, tent, and anything else due to their size relative to other types of bicycle saddle bags. These also maximize safety and balance because the weight is low keeping the bike as balanced as possible.

Hopefully, the above article gave you some insight into the different types of bicycle saddle bags out there. Now all you have to do is plan your next trip. Happy riding!

What Type of Bicycle Saddle Bags Do You Need?

BicyclesAdmin — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:19:43 +0000

Find out what type of bicycle saddle bags you need that will best fit your touring needs!

Welcome to Bicycle Saddle Bags!!!

BicyclesAdmin — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 07:28:49 +0000

Hello and welcome to Bicycle Saddle Bags where you will learn how to gear up and have fun touring on your bike! Enjoy!