The “front bag”, “rando bag”, or “handlebar bag” – whatever you want to call it, it’s a modern interpretation of the classic French randonneur’s bag. It goes in the front, supported by a small rack like the Nitto M-12.

I am happy to say that, pending availability, I will be able to offer Velo Orange Decaleurs pre-installed on your bag, eliminating the need to punch holes in your brand new bag yourself.

There is currently one stock medium rando bag available for immediate sale in the store.

Standard Features

  • Two large flat outside pockets on the sides
  • One large 3D pocket on the front
  • Two small 3D pockets on the back (towards the rider)
  • A clear map pocket on the top
  • A key clip
  • A 2” strap for attaching the base to a rack if necessary
  • An auxiliary strap for attaching to rack backstops wider than the standard 2”
  • A clear vinyl ID pocket inside the flap
  • Side D-rings for attachment of stabilizing straps or a shoulder strap
  • Side stabilization straps for use without a decaleur

Construction

  • 1000 Denier Cordura™ outer
  • 18 oz VCP liner

Size

Mini, Small, Medium, Large, X-Large, Picnic

Base Price

$200 (Mini), $208 (Small), $216 (Medium), $224 (Large), $232 (X-Large), $240 (Picnic)


Optional Features

  • Interior organizer pocket, $8
  • Shoulder strap, $10
  • 3D side pockets, $30
  • pre-installed Velo Orange decaleur (currently unavailable)

Dimensions

Any dimensions can be customized. For example, if you want more volume than an X-large, without adding depth (for example, to fit a longer head tube), just ask for more height.

Size Width Height Depth Approx. Volume
Mini 10” 6” 5” 5L
Small 10” 7” 6” 7L
Medium 11” 8” 7” 10L
Large 11” 10” 7” 12.5L
X-Large 11” 12” 7” 15L
Picnic 11” 10” 9” 16L

Picking Colors

When you place your order, you should pick colors for the following components (visit the color page to see what’s currently in stock)

  • Main body (Cordura)
  • 3D pockets (Cordura)
  • 3D pocket lining (Cordura)
  • Optionally 3D pocket flap color (Cordura). You may notice that some of the bags pictured here have a different color for the pocket flap – I like how some contrast looks there.
  • Binding
  • Interior (Vinyl)

Or you can pick a base color, like “blue” or “burgundy” and leave picking the rest of the colorway to me. I like subtly contrasting and complementary color schemes, and I love picking them – just tell me what you DON’T like for me to avoid.