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Permalink Reply by J on September 16, 2009 at 1:49am

Yes, but a note -- I have this bag and it's really not up to Brooks' usual quality. I have replaced the straps twice in two years and the seams are coming undone. My conclusion is that you really can't carry more than a few pounds... meaning a U-lock (let alone a U-lock plus other stuff) might not work out very well. I'd suggest a Carradice-styled saddle bag if you need to carry a lot.

But they do look great, the Brooks bags.

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Permalink Reply by Chucko on September 16, 2009 at 3:10am

I second the Carradice. Excellent bags- I have the Super C Barley, it holds a ton. And you can get a quick release bracket from Rivendell made by Nitto so you can take it with you quite easily.

J said:

Yes, but a note -- I have this bag and it's really not up to Brooks' usual quality. I have replaced the straps twice in two years and the seams are coming undone. My conclusion is that you really can't carry more than a few pounds... meaning a U-lock (let alone a U-lock plus other stuff) might not work out very well. I'd suggest a Carradice-styled saddle bag if you need to carry a lot.

But they do look great, the Brooks bags.

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Permalink Reply by David Jensen on September 16, 2009 at 3:39am

very helpful. thanks guys!

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Permalink Reply by Weir's beard on September 16, 2009 at 2:47pm

Hell,

You don't need to spend the $$ on the Rivendell quick release.

try this instead

Works great, especially if you have a Brooks saddle.

Chucko said:

I second the Carradice. Excellent bags- I have the Super C Barley, it holds a ton. And you can get a quick release bracket from Rivendell made by Nitto so you can take it with you quite easily.

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