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Small Saddlebag

12/18/2015

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A customer has been reminding me for a while that he'd be interested in a small saddlebag, which I am happy to make for him. The fact of the matter is that I've made a number of saddlebags, but hadn't made one quite like he was thinking about, namely a compact bag that nestles under the saddle and hangs off either the rails or the saddle loops. Making a bag is pretty easy once the design, details and pattern are all worked out, but getting to that point is an iterative process that requires a lot of working, tweaking, testing, reworking, etc... So, I've been evolving a small saddlebag over the last month or so. Starting with sketches, then making a first stab at bag with no finish details to see how the shape, mounting, and function pan out. 

Following the first test bag, I think I made at least four versions of the bag, with numerous modifications along the way before feeling like I was ready to send off a test sample to this customer (who really is part-collaborator part-client, which is a relationship I like) for his take.

He had some good feedback and now I feel like I'm ready to roll with this charming little bag. I've had one on my bike for the last month or so to hold the standby items I always keep with me (rain shell, tool roll, reflective vest) to allow room in my handlebar bag for the numerous extras cold weather riding requires. 
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rushessay.com writing link
8/26/2019 10:25:57 am

You have mastered the art of making small saddlebag! This is a good thing because there were a lot of people who have been seeing their inquiries to you about this products. Now that you knew the styles and patterns you need to follow to come up with a perfect small saddlebag, you can start expanding this business so you can cater this to a bigger audience. With the right promotion online, I am sure that they will see the beauty in small saddlebag! In my case, I am really interested to have this as soon as possible!

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Adam link
5/26/2022 12:46:16 pm

Apppreciate you blogging this

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      • Porteur
      • Demi-Porteur
      • Waxwing-Weigle Sportif
      • Demi-Baguette
      • Handlebar bag extras
    • Saddle Bags >
      • Standard Saddlebag
      • Longflap Saddlebag
      • Small Saddlebag
      • Seat Wedge
    • Panniers >
      • Classic Panniers
      • Roll-Top Panniers
      • Camping Panniers
    • Frame & Top Tube Bags >
      • Frame Bag: Half Bag
      • Frame Bag: Full Frame
      • Waxwing Top Tube Bag
    • Porteurs >
      • Demi Porteur
      • Porteur
    • In stock-ready to ship
    • The Ordering Process
    • Color and Fabric Options
    • Bag Size and Attachment
  • Equipment
    • RaClips
    • Dock-It™ >
      • Shop Dock-It™
      • www.dockittm.com
    • Racks & Decaleurs
    • Handlebar bag extras
  • Accessories
    • Reflectors
    • Tool Roll
    • Leather Mudflaps
    • Mudflaps
    • Waxwing Bag Co Patch
    • Waxwing Gift Certificate
    • Elastic
  • Blog
  • Contact
  • About
    • Meet the maker!
    • Waxwing in the News
    • Services
  • Owner Gallery