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Review by stupechHigh and tight by stupechDelray Beach, FLSmall is Just enough for essentials. I fit 2-CO2 cartridges, inflator, multi tool, pressure gauge,tubeless tire plugger, 2 tire levers, mini jack knife, shock cord, and small plastic bag. I'm sure you could substitute a spare tube for the pressure gauge and one CO2, but I prefer to carry spare tubes in my jersey pocket.
Retention strap is simple, and keeps pack stable. Easy to attach and remove. Reflective side panels are a nice touch.
Reviewed 7/31/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by stupech was helpful/No, review by stupech was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Small is Just enough for essentials. I fit 2-CO2 cartridges, inflator, multi tool, pressure gauge,tubeless tire plugger, 2 tire levers, mini jack knife, shock cord, and small plastic bag. I'm sure you could substitute a spare tube for the pressure gauge and one CO2, but I prefer to carry spare tubes in my jersey pocket.
Retention strap is simple, and keeps pack stable. Easy to attach and remove. Reflective side panels are a nice touch.
Review by Steve-oMedium is perfect for me (MTB, phone + 29 tubolito)by Steve-oSF BayI use a saddle bag for my MTB w/ dropper and while not a popular choice, I like to place my mobile phone plus a tube (a very light Tubolito 29). The Grid, Medium size fits both perfectly and does so in a svelte package.
The seatpost loop, according to Blackburn, is optional for this model. I use it with the dropper for added security, and hence lose a bit of usable drop for this bike, but that is worthy tradeoff for me
Reviewed 8/23/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Steve-o was helpful/No, review by Steve-o was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I use a saddle bag for my MTB w/ dropper and while not a popular choice, I like to place my mobile phone plus a tube (a very light Tubolito 29). The Grid, Medium size fits both perfectly and does so in a svelte package.
The seatpost loop, according to Blackburn, is optional for this model. I use it with the dropper for added security, and hence lose a bit of usable drop for this bike, but that is worthy tradeoff for me
Review by DaveGood bag for C'dale riders.by DaveCycling EnthusiastDuluth, MN1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.If you ride a Cannondale with the integrated "Smartsense" lights, size medium fits perfectly under the tail light.
Reviewed 9/21/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Dave was helpful/No, review by Dave was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
If you ride a Cannondale with the integrated "Smartsense" lights, size medium fits perfectly under the tail light.
Review by AnonymousVery good product for the price!by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastLos Angeles Can carry 3 inner tubes & tools for long rides. The bag does move slightly while riding
Reviewed 7/18/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Can carry 3 inner tubes & tools for long rides. The bag does move slightly while riding
Review by tstrangeBlackburn Quality Continuesby tstrangeCycling EnthusiastColumbus, Ohio5 of 5 customers found this review helpful.I purchased this seat bag to replace a Blackburn bag I've used for years. I shopped other brands but decided on buying a Blackburn bag again. I went with the large size, its a bit bigger than I need but still not too large. The water resistant material, practical inner design and great zipper all are nice features. This bag also secures tightly - no worries of it becoming loose. In use for a couple months, no complaints. Great looking bag as well.
Reviewed 5/11/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by tstrange was helpful/No, review by tstrange was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I purchased this seat bag to replace a Blackburn bag I've used for years. I shopped other brands but decided on buying a Blackburn bag again. I went with the large size, its a bit bigger than I need but still not too large. The water resistant material, practical inner design and great zipper all are nice features. This bag also secures tightly - no worries of it becoming loose. In use for a couple months, no complaints. Great looking bag as well.
Review by DougWorks greatby Dougtulare, caGot it within a few days. Just what I expected
Reviewed 6/23/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Doug was helpful/No, review by Doug was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Got it within a few days. Just what I expected
Review by AnonymousWell Engineered Seat Bagby AnonymousSleek and roomy. Simple to securely attach.
Reviewed 1/31/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Sleek and roomy. Simple to securely attach.
Review by AnonymousJust the right sizeby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastWell made
Reviewed 1/25/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Well made
Review by Midwest riderNice size and has plenty of room by Midwest ridermidwest3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.Bought this bag it fits very well on seat frame has plenty of room for tube co and tire changers and a couple of snacks
Reviewed 12/18/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Midwest rider was helpful/No, review by Midwest rider was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Bought this bag it fits very well on seat frame has plenty of room for tube co and tire changers and a couple of snacks
Review by KeepPedalinGreat seat bag for essentials by KeepPedalinCasual CyclistVancouver, WAWell made; zipper seals out moisture, dust; would recommend this to anyone shopping for a seat bag
Reviewed 1/15/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by KeepPedalin was helpful/No, review by KeepPedalin was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Well made; zipper seals out moisture, dust; would recommend this to anyone shopping for a seat bag
Review by [email protected]bag is bigger than the one I have more room for tubes and thinkslove size of bag
Reviewed 11/27/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by [email protected] was helpful/No, review by [email protected] was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
love size of bag
Review by joehippoGreat Grid Bagby joehippoCycling EnthusiastNew JerseyPerfect size for tire changing tools
Reviewed 10/31/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by joehippo was helpful/No, review by joehippo was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Perfect size for tire changing tools
Review by NaomiGreat! Large enough to hold a minipump, and robust. by NaomiDaily CommuterPittsburgh, PAI chose this because it's big enough to hold a minipump (as well as spare tube, tubeless repair kit, tyre levers and a few snack bars), adds visibility at night (it's reflective) and has a clip for a light.
On all-day rides I put all the repair type stuff in the seatpack and then use a bar bag for convenience items - snacks, wallet, light layers. On shorter rides I skip the barbag, the seat bag is big enough.
The zipper can be a little stiff, and I didn't find the interior separator useful, it's easy to remove (just velcro).
I bought a 2nd seat bag for my 650b bike so that I don't have to switch out the spare tube when swapping it to/from my 700c bike. I've had the first bag for 2 years, it has travelled thousands of miles and it's still in good shape.
Reviewed 12/12/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Naomi was helpful/No, review by Naomi was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I chose this because it's big enough to hold a minipump (as well as spare tube, tubeless repair kit, tyre levers and a few snack bars), adds visibility at night (it's reflective) and has a clip for a light.
On all-day rides I put all the repair type stuff in the seatpack and then use a bar bag for convenience items - snacks, wallet, light layers. On shorter rides I skip the barbag, the seat bag is big enough.
The zipper can be a little stiff, and I didn't find the interior separator useful, it's easy to remove (just velcro).
I bought a 2nd seat bag for my 650b bike so that I don't have to switch out the spare tube when swapping it to/from my 700c bike. I've had the first bag for 2 years, it has travelled thousands of miles and it's still in good shape.
Review by BehnbotExcellent straps, Well madeby BehnbotCycling EnthusiastUpstate New York1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Saddle bags seem to be a dime a dozen these days, with options coming from every corner of the world at an array of prices. This bag however, is the 5th I have purchased, and the best of any I have tried.
Highlights:
Straps are excellent, very strong, easy to take on and off, and effectively compresses the bag down if it is not filled to capacity.
The material is strong, and the "reflective" aspect of the black sides is present, though placed above my flashing taillight I'm not entirely sure how much it matters. Either way, its a cool bonus feature.
It is waterproof, as much as I can tell. I got caught in a torrential downpour, and everything in the bag was dry as a bone afterwards.
Reviewed 7/21/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Behnbot was helpful/No, review by Behnbot was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Saddle bags seem to be a dime a dozen these days, with options coming from every corner of the world at an array of prices. This bag however, is the 5th I have purchased, and the best of any I have tried.
Highlights:
Straps are excellent, very strong, easy to take on and off, and effectively compresses the bag down if it is not filled to capacity.
The material is strong, and the "reflective" aspect of the black sides is present, though placed above my flashing taillight I'm not entirely sure how much it matters. Either way, its a cool bonus feature.
It is waterproof, as much as I can tell. I got caught in a torrential downpour, and everything in the bag was dry as a bone afterwards.
Review by VTbikerNot many other options for a larger seat packby VTbikerCycling EnthusiastVermont2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.There aren't very many choices for a 1 1/2 liter pack and I like this one better than the only other one I was able to find (which was too long and skinny). The large size doesn't look or feel large on the bike but holds a lot. It holds a phone very nicely on the internal shelf (keeping it away from everything else in the bag). It's hard to find a bag that's the right size and shape to hold a phone but this one does. It doesn't have a key clip so I added my own. If you have a problem with the velcro rubbing on your shorts, it's probably because you have the grippy side out. All you need to do is reverse it so the fuzzy side is out.
Reviewed 5/21/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by VTbiker was helpful/No, review by VTbiker was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
There aren't very many choices for a 1 1/2 liter pack and I like this one better than the only other one I was able to find (which was too long and skinny). The large size doesn't look or feel large on the bike but holds a lot. It holds a phone very nicely on the internal shelf (keeping it away from everything else in the bag). It's hard to find a bag that's the right size and shape to hold a phone but this one does. It doesn't have a key clip so I added my own. If you have a problem with the velcro rubbing on your shorts, it's probably because you have the grippy side out. All you need to do is reverse it so the fuzzy side is out.
Review by Mike in Richland The Jury is Inby Mike in Richland Cycling EnthusiastSE Washington State1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.This is my second Grid Seat Bag, the first becoming unusable after the zipper did not track anymore. That being said, I got 8 years of service out of my first bag, so expecting the same here. The bag is ideal for most of my rides (I use a bar bag on long rides, however). Solid construction. One thing I do is to pack the bag and then cinch it down.
Reviewed 5/8/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Mike in Richland was helpful/No, review by Mike in Richland was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This is my second Grid Seat Bag, the first becoming unusable after the zipper did not track anymore. That being said, I got 8 years of service out of my first bag, so expecting the same here. The bag is ideal for most of my rides (I use a bar bag on long rides, however). Solid construction. One thing I do is to pack the bag and then cinch it down.
Review by MarkSecure, Right Size, Functionalby MarkPNEJust what I was looking for - secure/quick mounting, holds a 29er tube and multi tool, narrow so doesn't rub on legs, good construction/fabric/ zippers.
Reviewed 12/26/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Mark was helpful/No, review by Mark was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Just what I was looking for - secure/quick mounting, holds a 29er tube and multi tool, narrow so doesn't rub on legs, good construction/fabric/ zippers.
Review by ChrisRight size for spare tire, tools and and first aid by ChrisCasual CyclistBoston1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I selected for a minimal size bag and fit a road tube, repair kit, air canister, tools and a bag with napkins, wipes, band aids and duck tape. There is still room for a wallet or cable lock. Bag is light and is water resistant with sealed zipper.
Reviewed 7/31/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Chris was helpful/No, review by Chris was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I selected for a minimal size bag and fit a road tube, repair kit, air canister, tools and a bag with napkins, wipes, band aids and duck tape. There is still room for a wallet or cable lock. Bag is light and is water resistant with sealed zipper.
Review by OR45938 Smaller than you may think by OR45938 PNW1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Works fine, very basic. Medium too small for cell phone in protective case. But holds patch kit, tire irons, basic tool kit, snack bar and keys and fits very well beneath the seat. Haven't ridden in rain yet, but looks like it will keep things dry for awhile.
Reviewed 7/22/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by OR45938 was helpful/No, review by OR45938 was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Works fine, very basic. Medium too small for cell phone in protective case. But holds patch kit, tire irons, basic tool kit, snack bar and keys and fits very well beneath the seat. Haven't ridden in rain yet, but looks like it will keep things dry for awhile.
Review by Long RiderVery Nice Bag with 1 Caveatby Long RiderCycling EnthusiastVictorville, CA9 of 9 customers found this review helpful.Size Med , but I ride tubeless tires, so no inner-tubes in my seatbag, so I could get by with a Small. Also, no tire irons or patch kit.
I have room for CO2 cart & chuck, 1st Aid Kit, micro Leatherman, Visine bottle of anti-bacterial soap, Topeak micro tool, chain Quick-Link, GU, CC-sized gate key, and 3,000mAh USB charger, although that might have to stay behind if I were using the small size. Lately I've been carrying a medicine bottle filled with GatorAid laid sideways across the top in back.
Love the reflective sides, they show up well at night, and in photographs using flash. Like the wrap-around main strap, and dust/waterproof zipper.
CAVEAT: The Velcro loop around the seatpost has a rough coating on it that will chew up the legs of your shorts. Replace it ASAP with something softer and non-abrasive. I remember distinctly writing Blackburn a nasty-gram 10yrs ago about this same issue. I used a Velcro strap with the soft, fuzzy side out. Works great.
Reviewed 8/28/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Long Rider was helpful/No, review by Long Rider was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Size Med , but I ride tubeless tires, so no inner-tubes in my seatbag, so I could get by with a Small. Also, no tire irons or patch kit.
I have room for CO2 cart & chuck, 1st Aid Kit, micro Leatherman, Visine bottle of anti-bacterial soap, Topeak micro tool, chain Quick-Link, GU, CC-sized gate key, and 3,000mAh USB charger, although that might have to stay behind if I were using the small size. Lately I've been carrying a medicine bottle filled with GatorAid laid sideways across the top in back.
Love the reflective sides, they show up well at night, and in photographs using flash. Like the wrap-around main strap, and dust/waterproof zipper.
CAVEAT: The Velcro loop around the seatpost has a rough coating on it that will chew up the legs of your shorts. Replace it ASAP with something softer and non-abrasive. I remember distinctly writing Blackburn a nasty-gram 10yrs ago about this same issue. I used a Velcro strap with the soft, fuzzy side out. Works great.