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Arkel's Seatpacker is a bikepacking seat bag for serious cyclist who demands the highest level of quality, comfort, durability, and functionality from their gear.
With its rugged construction, ample storage capacity, innovative design features, and no tail wag the Seatpacker is a reliable, easy-to-use seat bag that can handle any adventure.
If the seat rails of your saddle are more than 3.5 inches (89mm) apart, you will need the Wide Rail Adaptor.
Features
- 100% waterproof;
- No thigh rub, thanks to its slim shape;
- Eliminates side-to-side movement (tail wag);
- Light aluminum hanger included;
- Handmade in Canada;
- Soft rubber clamps to fit on most seat posts;
- Dropper post compatible.
- 100% waterproof.
- Dropper post compatible.
- No thigh rub.
- Eliminates side-to-side movement (Tail Wag).
- Soft rubber clamps fit on all seat posts.
- Additional velcro extension included for wider seat posts.
- Made in Canada.
Seatpacker 9
Weight: 640 g (1.35 lbs)
Volume: 9 L (550 cu. in.)
Maximum Load: 5 kg (11 lbs)
Seatpacker 15
Weight: 720 g (1.55 lbs)
Volume: 15 L (925 cu. in.)
Maximum Load: 5 kg (11 lbs)
Compatibility
Requires a minimum clearance of 7″ (Seatpacker 9) or 8" (Seatpacker 15) from seat rails to the top of the tire.
Minimum Post Diameter:
-The minimum post diameter is 2.2 cm.
If the seat rails of your saddle are more than 3.5 inches (89mm) apart, you will need a wide rails adaptor available in the accessories.
All of our bags, panniers and accessories are designed in our Canadian office. When it comes to the production and assembly of the Seatpacker - Bikepacking Seat Bag, it is hand-sewn in our production facility in Sherbrooke.
