Saddlebag
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In cycling, a saddlebag or seat bag is a bag attached under the saddle, used mainly to hold bicycle repair equipment, such as spare inner tubes, tube patches, glue, repair tools and waterproofs. Some cyclists also keep a first-aid kit there in case of injuries. Seat bags are common on touring and racing bicycles, but are also popular with cross country mountain bike riders.
In motorcycling, it is behind the seat and draped on either side of the cycle. In horseback riding it is behind the rider and on either side of the horse.
The capacity of a seatbag may vary from tiny to large depending on the length of ride, likelihood of flat tires or other mechanical failure, or possible assistance needs of other riders in a group.
Smaller bags, often known as seat bags, wedge packs, seat packs fit completely under the saddle. Saddlebags are usually larger bags which project behind and sideways. The best-known of these larger bags is probably the Carradice Long Flap, for many years a staple of British cycle tourists.
Recumbent bicycles have much larger seats and special luggage is available which attaches to the seat; these are also called seat bags but are typically the size of small touring panniers.
In equestrianism, saddlebags sit in vaious positions in front of and behind the English or Western style saddle. They attach to the saddle's girth and to the saddle itself by straps and ties. Usually made of heavy nylon, they were originally made of leather - leather versions can still be found but are heavier and require more maintenance than modern versions. Pommel bags (which sit in front of the saddle), regular saddlebags (which sit behind it), and pannier style bags (that can be fitted over a saddle that is not being ridden in) are three different types available.
[edit] See also
- pannier
- handlebar bag
- Saddlebag House
