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I really like these bags. Atwater's craft is top notch. I use mine all the time off bike as well. On Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 6:55:20 AM UTC-8 [email protected] wrote: > Rick Hunter has some that are made by Porcelain Rocket. If I remember > correctly, the materials have varied over the years, so not sure if one is > to your liking, but the size is great. > > On Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 11:43:34 AM UTC-5 [email protected] wrote: > >> The one that my family uses is the Osprey Savu 5: https://amzn.to/3YcZ9zv >> >> Carries 2 water bottles and works even for our skinny no-hip waists, >> which is a big deal if you fall into that category of body type. They also >> sell versions with built in hydration packs. >> >> On Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 5:53:41 PM UTC-8 [email protected] >> wrote: >> >>> Drew — Haven't bought anything yet! Nothing's really hitting quite >>> right. Interested in tracking down an old Baggu Crescent Fanny, no longer >>> in production. I still like the Realm cross-body bag but it looks too big. >>> Same for the Mystery Ranch Hip Monkey. >>> >>> Yes, I want to use it for the Raleigh and also for walking. I go on a >>> lot of walks and need space to carry stuff. Recently on the Raleigh I've >>> been using my Clap Trap from Ron's Bikes which has been great. >>> >>> On Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 4:07:40 PM UTC-5 [email protected] >>> wrote: >>> >>>> Eric - Lots of suggestions here, wondering if you've found something >>>> you dig? Presumably you're wanting it for when you're out on the Raleigh? >>>> >>>> On Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 9:31:05 AM UTC-5 ascpgh wrote: >>>> >>>>> I am preparing for an overnight ride tomorrow, and my Dana Designs >>>>> Jefferson will be in use again to carry lofty (bulkier) layers and >>>>> off-bike >>>>> essentials. I don't have to collect my wallet, sunglasses case, etc. from >>>>> my rando bag to carry with me as I do in the warmer weather when layers >>>>> of >>>>> clothes appropriate for the 30°s aren't with me. >>>>> >>>>> Andy Cheatham >>>>> Pittsburgh >>>>> >>>>> On Friday, November 21, 2025 at 10:04:52 AM UTC-5 [email protected] >>>>> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> I mentioned Mountain Smith and I own several packs made by the former >>>>>> Dana Design, which was also mentioned here by others, which can also be >>>>>> found on eBay. Be forewarned about buying on eBay, the packs maybe in >>>>>> good >>>>>> shape but the zippers may not be. I also own several packs designed by >>>>>> Dana >>>>>> Gleason, who started Dana Designs. He now owns Mystery Ranch, a great >>>>>> company. They build stuff here in the USA and outsource most things to >>>>>> Asia. Of course, there MUSA stuff commands top dollar. Here’s an >>>>>> anniversary example of what you are looking for: >>>>>> >>>>>> https://www.mysteryranch.com/hip-monkey-25-legacy-edition >>>>>> >>>>>> Russell Duncan >>>>>> Western Massachusetts >>>>>> On Friday, November 21, 2025 at 9:31:25 AM UTC-5 [email protected] >>>>>> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>>> Jay - I use my hip pack as a purse while commuting and touring. I >>>>>>> store things like phone/wallet/keys, sunscreen, maybe a pair of gloves, >>>>>>> a >>>>>>> small multi tool (but not full tool kit), etc. For commuting it's stuff >>>>>>> I >>>>>>> want close at hand and don't want to have to switch between bikes >>>>>>> depending >>>>>>> on which one i use that day. For touring it's the stuff I want the most >>>>>>> accessible and also things I'll want when popping into >>>>>>> stores/restaurants. >>>>>>> I enjoy a roll top design as the capacity can expand and contract with >>>>>>> your >>>>>>> needs. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Brian >>>>>>> >>>>>>> On Friday, November 21, 2025 at 7:49:46 AM UTC-6 >>>>>>> [email protected] wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> I've seen the Mountainsmith mentioned a couple times on this >>>>>>>> thread. I have a few of these bags. On two of them, I've cut off the >>>>>>>> hip >>>>>>>> belts (I don't wear it as a hip pack usually but it comes with a >>>>>>>> shoulder >>>>>>>> strap as well) but adding that it is an amazingly well-designed bag. I >>>>>>>> have >>>>>>>> one that I keep in my Wald basket up front just to keep stuff >>>>>>>> organized and >>>>>>>> it's easy to take in/out of the rack and one that I can use messenger >>>>>>>> bag >>>>>>>> style when I'm on a bike without racks, etc. Even if you end up not >>>>>>>> using >>>>>>>> it for your rides, you can find these on Ebay for under $50 and you >>>>>>>> will >>>>>>>> find a use for it with or without the hip belt. Highly recommend. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> [image: Mountainsmith Tour TLS Black Lumbar Waist Fanny Day Pack >>>>>>>> Bag Hiking Gray/Blue - Picture 1 of 11] >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 9:57:36 PM UTC-5 Jay wrote: >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> Eric, lot's of options--more than I thought I'd see, which is >>>>>>>>> great--did you pick one up? >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> Question for the group - do you use yours to carry what can >>>>>>>>> otherwise go in a saddle bag or other on-the-bike storage, or, do you >>>>>>>>> use >>>>>>>>> it for additional accessories, clothing layers, or for other reasons? >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 12:17:23 PM UTC-5 >>>>>>>>> [email protected] wrote: >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> +1 for Kessler's recommendation of Nittany Mountain Works. A few >>>>>>>>>> friends brought their hip packs - the larger size I think - on a >>>>>>>>>> week-long >>>>>>>>>> tour across PA and they worked really well. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Charlie in Philadelphia >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> On Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 12:08:37 PM UTC-5 Hoch in UT >>>>>>>>>> wrote: >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>> Maybe you could fit those items in a Nalgene bottle? Then get a >>>>>>>>>>> VO cage if you don’t already have one. >>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>> For hip pack, I’ve used a Mountainsmith Tour pack since the late >>>>>>>>>>> 90’s. Works great. >>>>>>>>>>> On Friday, November 7, 2025 at 4:40:45 PM UTC-7 >>>>>>>>>>> [email protected] wrote: >>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>> Hello — I have a bike I don't want to mount any bags to... for >>>>>>>>>>>> now. So I'm looking for a nice hip pack. Do you have one you like >>>>>>>>>>>> and would >>>>>>>>>>>> recommend? Let me know! >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>> I do not want a bag with a roll top, zippers only please. Maybe >>>>>>>>>>>> snap buckles are okay. >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>> I'd like to tote: >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>> - Spare tube >>>>>>>>>>>> - Tire levers >>>>>>>>>>>> - Mini pump >>>>>>>>>>>> - Phone >>>>>>>>>>>> - Bandana >>>>>>>>>>>> - Keys >>>>>>>>>>>> - Small card case / wallet >>>>>>>>>>>> - Earbuds case >>>>>>>>>>>> - Snacks >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>> I'm currently using a Patagonia mini 1L hip pack and it's too >>>>>>>>>>>> small. I like the look of the Dark Realm cross-body bag >>>>>>>>>>>> <https://shop-realm.com/products/crossbody-bag> but I think >>>>>>>>>>>> it's a bit too big! The What Happened Piolet >>>>>>>>>>>> <https://whathappenedoutdoors.com/whathappenedstore/ultralighthippack> >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>> looks perfect but at £230 + shipping + tariffs, that's a no-go. >>>>>>>>>>>> The Roadrunner >>>>>>>>>>>> Hip Bag Pro >>>>>>>>>>>> <https://roadrunnerbags.us/collections/shop-all-road-runner-bags/products/hip-bag-pro> >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>> looks like a great size and shape but I do not like the texture of >>>>>>>>>>>> cordura >>>>>>>>>>>> fabrics. Blue Lug's Hip Messenger >>>>>>>>>>>> <https://global.bluelug.com/blue-lug-hip-messenger-black-white-reflector.html> >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>> comes close! I like it, but again, cordura. >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>> Okay, thanks for your help! >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. 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