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Topeak Compact Handlebar Bag
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Topeak Compact Handlebar Bag

Item # 735854

$50.00

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This multi-use handlebar bag converts to a fanny pack--great for carrying a camera, cell phone and other essentials you want close at hand.

  • Divided main compartment has a mesh pocket in lid and two side zip pockets on neoprene waist belt
  • Main compartment is fully padded to protect gear
  • Quick-release clamp allows easy attachment and detachment from handlebar
  • Includes rain cover that stashes in mesh lid pocket when not in use
  • Removable waistbelt converts this bag to a fanny pack; also includes a carry handle
  • Made from durable 2520-denier nylon with water-resistant coating (seams are not sealed)

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Item 735854

Topeak Compact Handlebar Bag Specs

Specification

Description

Dimensions6.4 x 4 x 7.4 inches
Volume189 cubic inches
Average weight370 grams
MaterialCoated nylon

Topeak Compact Handlebar Bag Customer Reviews

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Topeak Compact Handlebar Bag
 
4.2

(based on 6 reviews)

83%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Adjustable (4)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Road bikes (5)
    • City bikes (4)
    • Commuting (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Avid cyclist (3)
    • Primary use:
    • Personal (5)

    Reviewed by 6 customers

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    Jul

    28

    2008

    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Sturdy product

    By Splashii

    from Rockville, MD

    About Me Avid cyclist

    Pros

    • Adjustable
    • Convenient

    Cons

    • None

    Best Uses

    • City Bikes
    • Commuting
    • Road Bikes

    Comments about Topeak Compact Handlebar Bag:

    I think the previous reviewer should have returned their pack to Topeak. It must have been a lemon, as the one thing my pack does not do is sag, and that is after many miles of riding. I chose this bag to replace one that not only sagged, but tended to swing from side to side. This one does neither. It is very sturdy, and the convenience of the quick release mount is great when stopping for a sightseeing or errand break. I believe Topeak is a reliable company, and I would hope they would replace a non-performing product.

    • Primary use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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    Sep

    12

    2007

    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Great little bag!

    By TAWK519

    from PA

    About Me Avid Cyclist

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Lightweight
    • Versatile

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • City Biking
      • Mountain Biking
      • Road Biking

      Comments about Topeak Compact Handlebar Bag:

      This bag is perfect for the essentials (cell phone, camera, wallet, snacks). It comes off easily and converts to a fanny pack. Those quick trips into the store or longer sight-seeing excursions are easy; just pop it off, make it a fanny pack, and your off with your hands free. I bought this because my older handle bar bag was too big for my dropped handled bike. They even have a little bar that you can install a computer on. Nice item, very reasonable price.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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      Nov

      17

      2008

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Great little bag

      By AdamLC

      from Las Cruces, NM

      About Me Avid cyclist

      Pros

      • Adjustable
      • Good size
      • Quick release

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • City Bikes
        • Commuting
        • Road Bikes

        Comments about Topeak Compact Handlebar Bag:

        I agree with the sag issue. I had a hard time getting the mounting bracket tight enough to keep the bag from sagging down. This isn't a problem for me, however, as I like it down so that I can put a light on the extra bar that comes with the pack. It has been a good little bag, for the money.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • Primary use:
        • Personal

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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        May

        4

        2009

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        pricey, but very versatile

        By TerryR

        from Golden, CO

        About Me Avid Traveler

        Pros

        • Adjustable
        • Rugged

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • City Bikes
          • Commuting
          • Mountain Bikes
          • Not Just Biking
          • Road Bikes

          Comments about Topeak Compact Handlebar Bag:

          A bit pricey for it's small capacity, but we love ours nonetheless. It's a very clever design with lots of extra touches. We use ours for touring trips on the bike, then I convert mine to fannypack for walking in town, while my wife converts hers to a purse. Holds small items like camera, sunblock, glasses, and more. Small capacity, but has extra pockets and clip on tabs as well. We like the included waterproof cover. Ours has the old quick release design, which is very difficult to use. There is a newer quick release (Fixer 8), which should fix the problem. Be sure to get the newer model - REI only had the old one. Also, be sure to use the included cable, otherwise the clamps allow it to sag, as others have pointed out. Rugged construction and excellent padding- really well made. Highly recommended, as long as you can live with the small space.

          • Primary use:
          • Personal

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Apr

          8

          2009

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          2.0

          more padding than space

          By AndeesofMayberry

          from Nashville, TN

          About Me Casual road biker

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Adjustable
          • Comfortable
          • Cramped

          Cons

          • Too Small

          Best Uses

          • Road Bikes

          Comments about Topeak Compact Handlebar Bag:

          I was looking for something to take on a multiday trip where I had other storage behind me on the bike. I also needed something that didn't require attachment to the fork down by the wheel (struts). This filled the bill but way too much space was taken up by the padding and the fanny pack parts that it didnt hold much more than a few energy bars and my very small camera. I'd say the main candidate to get good utility from this either has a very expensive SLR camera or has a desperate need for a fanny pack and thus a need for people to make fun of them.

          • Gift:
          • No
          • Primary use:
          • Personal

          Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Mar

          27

          2009

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Perfect Bike Bag!

          By CrankyOleBroad1

          from Ohio

          About Me Office Professional

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Lots of Storage
          • Rugged

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • City Bikes
            • Mountain Bikes
            • Road Bikes

            Comments about Topeak Compact Handlebar Bag:

            This bag is exactly what I've been searching for! On a recent ride I packed my camera, cell phone, wallet, pepper spray and more in the bag. My handlebars are also extra thick (31.8 mm) so most handlebar bags, baskets, etc. don't fit.

            I like that it opens to the rear, has a rain cover in case you get caught in a shower and have your camera on board and the "fanny pack" strap makes it decent to carry off the bike, even if you don't want to wear it fanny pack style.

            The Topeak fixer 8 bracket is perfect for my bike. I can't wait for the new Topeak baskets to become available as they also use the fixer 8 attachement system.

            Very, very happy!

            • Gift:
            • No
            • Primary use:
            • Personal

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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