By: Colin Edwards: Bike Buyer | July 7, 2023
Tired of dealing with bulky pockets or wearing a bouncy waist pack but don't want to embark on a ride without your flat tire essentials? We are too, which is why we came up with the evo Essentials Frame and Seat Bag. With an expandable design to accommodate a spare tube, tire levers, CO2, car keys, wallet, and/or any other must-have doodads, this little bag lets you focus more on the trail and less on the jangle of goodies in your pocket. Attach it under your bike seat or directly to your frame — just don't leave the car without it!
Weight | Dimensions | Original Price |
13.5 oz | 8.75 x 4 x 3.25 in | $34.95 |
Expand the carrying capacity of your kit and the versatility of your bike with the All Mountain Style OS Strap. Soft, durable and non-invasive, this strap won't scratch your frame and won't snap in the cold. Perfect for that spare tube, CO2 cartridge and/or tire lever.
Weight | Dimensions | Original Price |
1.4 oz | N/A | $22.00 |
Get a couple of the OneUp Components EDC Gear Strap and move your essentials from a pack to your frame--you may be able to get by with a hip pack now!
Weight | Dimensions | Original Price |
0.635 oz | 14 in | $16.50 |
With backpacks having gone the way of the dodo bird, mountain bikers have taken to strapping essentials to their frames. The Occam Apex Tube Strap is light years ahead of duct tape or another homemade solution, with smart design, bombproof materials, and a Boa closure system that'll fit any bike. Carry your extras in style!
Weight | Dimensions | Original Price |
0.98 oz | N/A | $35.99 |
Mount the Swift Industries Olliepack Seat Bag to your bike and do big things. Designed to hold fast in rugged terrain, this sucker stays put on your frame thanks to a one wrap velcro seat post strap and tough saddle rail buckle straps. Made with durable recycled polyester bag cloth and HDPE inserts for extra strength, this bag is ready to pound out the miles.
Weight | Dimensions | Original Price |
11 oz | Max (with 3 rolls to close): 6” wide at top, 2” wide at bottom, 5.5” deep, 20” tall | $160.00 |
Attaching the EVOC Seat Pack Boa couldn't be easier thanks to the BOA® Fit System and flexible main compartment closure. Whether you plan on using it on your roadie or trusty mountain bike, there is no better saddlebag out there.
Weight | Dimensions | Original Price |
7.93 oz |
| $110.00 - $150.00 |
The Swift Industries Every Day Caddy Seat Bag takes the best of bikepacking seatbag design and shrinks it down for everyday rides. The removable stuff sack attaches and detaches quickly for easy access to keys, tools, and other essentials.
Weight | Dimensions | Original Price |
3.75 oz | 9 x 3.5 x 2.5 in | $90.00 |
Our bike buyer has an endless amount of knowledge on all things bike stemming from years of experience in the bike industry in tandem with their countless hours out on the dirt, gravel, and tarmac. evo's buyers assess all products coming to market, lean into this knowledge, and put together this selection of the best products. They have a unique perspective as they truly see everything offered across the category.
Meet Colin Edwards, evo's in-house Bike Buyer and mountain biking aficionado. With 15+ years of e-commerce buying experience under his belt, Colin is the go-to guy for all things related to "Riding Dirt." He's worked across various categories, including bike, snowboard, travel, climbing, and surfing, giving him the know-how to recognize and select top-notch mountain biking products for evo's customers.
Colin's been shredding trails since he was a kid, starting on his trusty hardtail Trek 800 Sport. Born and raised in Utah, he recently made the move to Bellingham, WA with his partner, Kenz. Colin's real-world biking experience, combined with his background in product trends, relationship building, and sales analysis, makes him an invaluable asset to the evo team.
When he's not busy handpicking the raddest gear, you'll find Colin ripping through PNW trails or hunting for the world's best dirt. And when the snow falls, he's all about snowboarding. Colin also loves trail running and exploring the PNW's stunning landscape with his two dogs and Kenz.
With Colin's expertise and passion fueling evo's mountain biking selection, you can trust that his recommendations are spot-on and tailored to the evo community's adventurous spirit.