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Has anyone purchased a First Gear Torrent Waterproof Duffle Bag and used it on their F6B? I'm looking for a waterproof bag to strap to my MP3 rack. As I plan to do a fair bit of travel this summer, I'm thinking the 70 liter duffle would be helpful - but I'm not sure if it would fit/tie down well. They also offer a 40 liter duffle - but I could use more space. Here's where I saw it online: http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...oof-duffle-bag
Personally, I prefer a bag that "breathes" on the hot summer road trips. Most are very water resistant and work well except in a heavy downpour. Xelement makes a good bag at a reasonable price and comes with a rain cover for the worst of weather.
http://www.leatherup.com/p/Xelement-...g/9284281.html
Thanks for the tip. I would appreciate hearing what other large bags folks have found to be a good fit on their F6Bs.
This large Helen Twowheels bag is what I've been using for several years and I like it a lot:
http://www.amazon.com/Helen-Twowheel.../dp/B003M5OW90
It's large enough to hold quite a bit and still fits very nicely on either the passenger seat or my MP3 rack. To make it even easier to use, I picked up a set of ROK straps. If you're not familiar with those, I highly recommend looking at them.
Check out seattlesportsco.com they have a good line of waterproof duffels.
Rich
I have one of these, and have used it for years, same principle, and one of the first dry bags made. Go for it.Quote:
Originally Posted by tpa
http://www.aerostich.com/bags/seat-b...ffel-bags.html
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Originally Posted by Hornblower
http://www.aerostich.com/rok-straps-classic.html
I have a Wolfman Luggage duffle bag. Used it for years
I am thinking about the Viking Cruise roll bag. At Amazon it is $49.99. Looks like a great bag especially for the money, great reviews.
http://www.vikingbags.com/cruise-rol...-8565-prd1.htm
http://www.amazon.com/Vikingbags-AXE...rcycle+luggage
thanks for all of the recommendations! i've been looking at a lot of bags. i'm drawn to the Tour Master Nylon Cruiser III Sissybar Bag (XL). has anyone got an opinion - good or bad - re: the bag? i like the layout and construction. i think it will mount on my F6B. all feedback most welcome.
here's a link: http://www.bobscycle.com/tourmaster-...FReBaQodxwgAiQ
Hmm; not too shabby. I like the idea of the integrated rain cover in a pocket on top of the bag.Quote:
Originally Posted by tpa
After lots of research and looking around, I picked up the 40 liter First Gear Torrent Duffle bag. I took a 5 day trip (1300 miles) over Memorial Day weekend. It easily fit all of my clothing and stuff. It would handle a 7 day trip without problem. I packed some of my more clunky gear/shoes and rain suite in the F6B rear bags. I had room to spare.
The straps that came with the bag worked easily and perfectly when strapping it to my MP3Bike rear rack. I did need to unscrew my antenna.
I got caught in a powerful storm/micro burst in southern Minnesota on my return trip. The waterproof bag and bike both came through without any problem.
If you're looking for a bag, I highly recommend it.