topeak aero wedge

[e-rider]

The Arundel bag is not the product under discussion

no, but the Arundel design aims to eliminate the problem caused by bags such as the Topeak, hence the Arundel has no seatpost mount strap - this really isn't up for discussion, use google, it's a common problem. If you don't suffer from it then it's because of either: 1. you have your saddle positioned far forward on the seatpost (or you sit on the front of the saddle) 2. you have very skinny thighs 3. your 'saddle bag' doesn't have a seatpost mounting strap 4. you don't wear lycra shorts

 

[AndyRM]

no, but the Arundel design aims to eliminate the problem caused by bags such as the Topeak, hence the Arundel has no seatpost mount strap - this really isn't up for discussion, use google, it's a common problem. If you don't suffer from it then it's because of either: 1. you have your saddle positioned far forward on the seatpost (or you sit on the front of the saddle) 2. you have very skinny thighs 3. your 'saddle bag' doesn't have a seatpost mounting strap 4. you don't wear lycra shorts

1 - I don't
2 - I don't
3 - It does
4 - I do

Either the Arundel design you're talking about is using marketing bollox to create and solve a problem that doesn't exist, or you're on the wind up. I suspect a little of both...

 

[jayonabike]

E rider, your talking bollocks.

 

[youngoldbloke]

no, but the Arundel design aims to eliminate the problem caused by bags such as the Topeak, hence the Arundel has no seatpost mount strap - this really isn't up for discussion, use google, it's a common problem. If you don't suffer from it then it's because of either: 1. you have your saddle positioned far forward on the seatpost (or you sit on the front of the saddle) 2. you have very skinny thighs 3. your 'saddle bag' doesn't have a seatpost mounting strap 4. you don't wear lycra shorts

1 - I don't
2 - I don't
3 - It does
4 - I do

Either the Arundel design you're talking about is using marketing bollox to create and solve a problem that doesn't exist, or you're on the wind up. I suspect a little of both...

ditto
- but to be fair I have just Googled it and come across this - http://www.bikeforums.net/archive/index.php/t-567311.html
The problem for some people seems to be that the strap is too long and the end of it sticks out and makes contact with the shorts - the answer is cut off any surplus so that the end is securely fixed against the bag. As one poster says - no need to overthink this

 

[ianrauk]

First I have ever heard of the problem. I certainly not suffered seatpost/velcro strap//shorts rub..

 

[youngoldbloke]

I've never had a problem, though I have had to cut off the end of a Cateye light bracket 'zip tie' type seatpost strap that insisted on sticking out and fouling my upper leg. The straps on my bags are long, but lie flat against the bag. All my bikes have relatively thin seatposts. The other solution suggested is to 'blind' the offending section of Velcro with a spare piece of its mating substance, but IMO it would be better to cut off any excess, and hem the raw end if necessary

 

[chugsy]

I have a strap version in medium purchased 5 years ago.. The seams of the compartment where the straps are stitched into split on both sides after a few weeks of use- maybe I pulled it too tight to the saddle? Wiggle refunded me and told me to keep the the pack which I still use albeit with extra ventiliation :P

 

[e-rider]

1 - I don't
2 - I don't
3 - It does
4 - I do

Either the Arundel design you're talking about is using marketing bollox to create and solve a problem that doesn't exist, or you're on the wind up. I suspect a little of both...

nope, I have ruined several pairs of shorts from this

 

[uclown2002]

nope, I have ruined several pairs of shorts from this

You appear to be only one here that's done it though!

 

[Bealz998]

I am looking at getting the medium size of the above with quick clip for my road bike,

Has any one got one and what do you think of it??

Is it secure enought with the 'quick clip'

And has anyone got a pic of it fitted to a bike?

Its just the shop haven't got it in stock so will have to be ordered in.

Cheers

I have one it's great I can store 2 spare tubs in it aswell awesome it doesn't move it's very secure

 

[David L]

I have one it's great I can store 2 spare tubs in it aswell awesome it doesn't move it's very secure

Got mine and fitted, very secure and seems to be well made. Ive got a carrera too, how you finding the bike

 

[Bealz998]

Got mine and fitted, very secure and seems to be well made. Ive got a carrera too, how you finding the bike

Yea they are good mate , the carrera is a nice starter bike I enjoy it I need some better tyres as mine has a split in it what else have you brought for yours

 

[David L]

Yea they are good mate , the carrera is a nice starter bike I enjoy it I need some better tyres as mine has a split in it what else have you brought for yours

Pair of gator skin tyres, and got given some carbon forks, my first road bike but i like it, use it for commuting mainly,

 

[Booyaa]

nope, I have ruined several pairs of shorts from this

I will go with user error.

 

[youngoldbloke]

I will go with user error.

I can see now how it might be possible, but you really don't have to put up with it, or allow it to happen. If the end of the Velcro fouls your shorts cut it off!