Bought First Saddle Bag-Supplies?

[OakLeaf]

Hey Velocivixen, did you make that tool roll?? Or if not, what brand is it? That's very cool. What's in the pocket on the left - patch kit? Space for spare CO2 cartridge? Space for the tube?

[Velocivixen]

What I need on my person goes in one of those one-cup sized ziploc bags that you get bulk herbs and spices in. Perfect size for cards and phone.

Driver's license (original - who's going to accept a copy???), insurance card, organ donor card, store loyalty cards, one credit card, at least one $20 plus at least two $1 bills for vending machines if I'm desperate for water. Phone. Car key if I've driven to ride.

This weekend I double-bagged everything. I think I'm going to make a habit of that. I had a close call with getting my phone wet a couple of weeks ago, so I'm going to be extra careful from now on.


I think a second CO2 cartridge is optional if you have a really usable pump. I carry two since my back-up pump is really for emergencies only ... it takes a LONG time to inflate a tire to a rideable pressure even at my size. But if your pump will inflate a tire in a reasonable amount of time, I think a second cartridge isn't an absolute necessity. Really, if you're not under the gun (either commuting to work or part of a club ride), CO2 isn't a necessity at all.

Hey Velocivixen, did you make that tool roll?? Or if not, what brand is it? That's very cool. What's in the pocket on the left - patch kit? Space for spare CO2 cartridge? Space for the tube?

My DH bought it as a Christmas gift from a local gal who makes the tool rolls. I could find out if I researched around a bit. That "pocket" is only about 1.25" wide, so there is a flat box of "skabs" stick on patches and a tiny "multi tool" that has all sorts of allen/hex/screw driver type things on it.