bikepacking setups
After a few years of bikepacking I’ve seen all sorts of setups, from the fancy to the DIY both on my own trips and during races like the Tour Divide. Much like backpacking, I’ve learned through trial and error the balance of cost, weight, and comfort I prefer. If you’re new to the hobby, I recommend borrowing gear and testing a few things out, but if you want or need to start buying, here’s a short guide of recommendations.
Low cost + light
- Total weight: 3.14kg (6.9 lb)
- Total storage: 24L->More with fork dry bags
- Total cost: $412
Dry Bags
Medium cost + heavy
- Total weight: 5.4kg (11.9 lb)
- Total storage: 40L
- Total Cost: $798
Rack + Panniers
Medium cost + light
- Total weight: 2.9kg (6.39lbs)
- Total storage: 33.5L
- Total Cost: $830
Seat Bag + Harness
Fancy + light
- Total storage: 31.5L
- Total weight: 2.8kg (6.1lbs)
- Total cost: $1,867
Tailfin setup
My setup
- Total storage: 28L
- Total weight: 2.5kg
- Total cost: $1,251
Mostly fancy