So, which bag is right for your trip, and what can you carry in these bags. The most common bag sold is called a saddlebag; these bags mimic bags which were used and carried on horseback, which you can see in Western movies. These bags offer great storage capacity, can durable, can carry pretty much anything the rider needs to bring along, and don’t get in the way during your ride. The major problem with these bags is that they can add alot of weight to your bike, depending on what you are carrying in them, and how much you put in them. Even so, these saddlebags are a great option for longer trips, and allow you to take your bike, rather than a car. They are also durable, typically made of leather, and can be found in a variety of retail locations, and several different price ranges.

Another bag which riders use, is a container box, which really isn’t a bag at all, but is still useful to carry smaller items. These boxes are placed on the back of the bike, and are typically a hard plastic matrerial, and are used to carry small items, such as water bottles, road maps, snacks, or a small radio. They are lightweight and easily mobile.

When taking a long bike ride, the option of these detachable bags are a great way to get to ride your bike, and have the storage space you need for a road trip.