Ten years ago Apidura introduced the world her first line of bags da bikepacking. After a decade of research, testing and redesign comes now its evolution, Expedition Series.
Based on the three key words: "stable", "waterproof" and "durable"The collection is divided into 14 different pieces with different sizes and capacities. All have been redesigned to ensure maximum practicality in every circumstance. In short, the equipment from bikepacking most advanced ever produced by Apidura.
Stability (integrated and lightweight)
Let's start with the first of the three key words: stability. A feature that anyone who has ever used a handbag even once bikepacking can be perhaps the most importantApidura has worked hard on this, coming up with some remarkable solutions in this regard. Also and above all because integrate stability with a minimal and lightweight design and easy installation.
An excellent example of this is the handlebar bag system , which is modular and features a completely new clamp-free attachment. This fastening system eliminates the traditional straps (or buckles) on the handlebar, relying instead on a simple and effective cable closure that leaves room for hands and external wiring . It's also aesthetically very clean, almost invisible. Stability has also been improved for the saddle bags , available in three sizes.
In this case, the fastening is classic, but it uses a new idea, a sort of channel that conforms to the seat post, making the bag even more snug . The design of the closure has also been revised, so it helps compress the contents towards the base of the bag, another key aspect for stability. Last but not least, all the closing straps are reinforced with Hypalon , a non-slip rubberized finish that keeps each bag in place.
Waterproof and durable
After stability, the other fundamental aspect for bags bikepacking It is waterproof. One of Apidura's prides is that it has been the first to have introduced the equipment from bikepacking waterproof and welded, since the first series in 2016. The entire new collection takes a further step forward in this direction, re-proposing the construction based on completely welded seams. Furthermore, a new three-layer and particularly light 3L fabric, which is weatherproof and at the same time robust and long-lasting.
In this regard, the company states that the new bags are "built to last and designed for repair ." In fact, the areas most at risk of wear have been reinforced, combined with vibration-reducing solutions (see previous chapter) to ensure a longer life for the products. Also in this direction, but regarding the Frame Bags , the internal zipper guides (heat-sealed) have been redesigned to prevent the bag from deforming when overloaded. This also reduces stress on the fabric, greatly enhancing durability.
Functional aesthetics around the cyclist
A final mention goes to the aesthetics and design of the Expedition Series collection. The new features combine with a clean aesthetic that is actually the result of years of minimalist research. Starting with the bare minimum, and only from there adding the truly essential accessories. This ensures that nothing in the new bags is superfluous , but every detail has its own specificity.
It's no coincidence that Apidura has put the cyclist , their needs, and their specific characteristics at the center of every design choice for these bags . This has led to some decisive choices, such as the optimized dimensions between load and comfort , the integrated mounts for rear lights, and the option to mount the cycle computer directly on the handlebar system , thus leaving all the necessary space for the hands.
