the Hangdown
the Hangdown
The Hangdown impresses with its simplicity and versatility. This everyday carry is perfect by itself for day rides, or for adding a little extra volume to your bike camping setup. It’s most commonly used as a handlebar bag, but users are encouraged to mix it up. Attach to handlebars, another bag, any rack, on a basket--follow your heart! Get weird with it! Holds a layer, lights, snack, tools. Get a pair and use them as mini-pannier bags, then please please please carry two small puppies in them and send me a picture of it.
Colorways rotate seasonally; Deer Camp and Northwest Forest are pretty steady, while West Coast returns for a short comeback.
*Select a color name from the drop-down menu to see its corresponding photo*
The latest features:
A plastic insert helps the bag maintain its stiffness…or, remove it and you’ve got a slim inside pocket (and a camp cutting board?)
Includes two 6-inch Nano straps from Voilé
Low-profile magnetic buckle closure
Enduring Features:
Straps connect to a daisy chain for adjustable positioning
Optional/removable toggle-bungie-doodad connects to head tube/rack/whatever for extra stability
Flap-top includes a 6x8 inch zipper pocket for easy access to phone, bus pass, etc.
Taped interior seams, roll top + liner add water protection
Add an Adjustable Shoulder Strap for easy carrying off the bike
Roll-top expanding capacity from 3.5L (rolled) up to 5 liters (unrolled).
Rolled dimensions: 12” wide (tapers to 9” at the bottom of the bag) x 3” deep x 7” tall. Expands to 12” tall unrolled.
Materials:
Outer: 16oz waxed canvas
Roll top & pocket: 12oz waxed canvas with a pop of felted merino wool
Trim, zipper, straps & paracord: nylon
Liner: Ripstop hex-nylon with a waterproof coating
Suggested Accessories:
Mega thanks to Derick Paulson for using the “Deer Camp” bag on his cool bike, and to John Cranford who graciously took the lovely photos.
Subsequent photos by B. Okabe.
I appreciate you, and trust that you will attach the Hangdown to your bike in a safe and responsible way. Please be mindful of dangly straps & bungees, and ensure they are tucked well out of reach of your spokes.