Messenger bags & Bumbags

The essential Messenger bag

The Messenger bag is a must-have accessory for the urban cyclist that can be worn both on the bike and on foot. In the morning, simply slip the shoulder strap of your Messenger bag around your shoulder and then hop on your bike to get to work or an appointment. No fiddling is required between trips and you'll have easy access to what's inside your shoulder bag.

Whether you're walking or cycling, the Messenger bag is a very practical bag that can hold your personal belongings, but also your files, your tablet, or your computer for example. There are models with flaps, but also models with a closure on the top to access the contents of the bag even more easily. Small pockets may also be present and are ideal for storing your smartphone, wallet, etc. If you need to turn to a versatile product to carry your stuff on your bike, then the shoulder backpack will be a great choice!

The backpack alternative

If the Messenger bag doesn't meet your expectations or you have a lot of stuff to carry, a backpack might be what you need. This is because a backpack with a shoulder strap allows you to carry light items, because as soon as the bag starts to weigh too much, all of its weight will be felt on the shoulder and can create a real imbalance. In order to avoid back pain and also loss of balance when cycling, it is better to use a backpack. The backpack will allow the weight to be distributed evenly across the back which will prevent you from that feeling of weight on a targeted area of the body and also imbalance.

There are backpacks of all sizes, shapes, prices, colours and styles to suit your needs. Leather, with a pocket, with a compartment, or adjustable, this accessory is very versatile. Still with the idea of preserving your back, you also have the option of choosing a convertible backpack model. The convertible backpack has an attachment system that allows it to be hung on the bike rack throughout the ride. Once transport is complete, it can then be easily unhooked and carried on the back. We have many models of convertible backpacks available for example the black waterproof convertible backpack carrier from Monroe to store your stuff, including your computer in the dedicated pocket, and keep everything dry even in the rain, the XL size backpack carrier from Weather Goods Sweden for both men and women and its large capacity or the compact backpack carrier from MeroMero that will take up the minimum amount of space.