Why Get A Custom Frame Bag + Rogue Panda Frame Bag Review

Ever wondered why you should get a custom frame bag? In this video, Neil talks about the benefits of having one tailored specifically to your bike frame and what to consider when getting one made. Plus, he reviews at one of his favorite new designs from Rogue Panda, which is made with 100% recycled polyester.

Outline:
Intro - 0:00
Bikepacking Collective - 0:28
Why get a custom frame bag?
Precise fit - 0:52
Get what you want - 1:45
Performance benefits - 2:26
Not just for bikepacking - 3:04
How I pack my frame bag - 3:27
Rogue Panda Designs Custom Frame Bag Review - 4:02
Reduce, reuse, recycle: ECOPAK™ - 4:27
Bag anatomy - 5:18
Bag durability - 6:34
Final thoughts, availability and pricing - 8:32

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Hosted by Neil Beltchenko

[funkdrummer]

I went with a (MYOG/DIY) custom roll top, full frame bag. While I am not a MYOGer, I borrowed my moms sewing machine and complied ideas/designs from the other makers and sewed one up for my hardtail. I've already identified some improvements for version 2, but it gets the job done well at a fraction of the cost (and wait time).

[SirBikesAlot]

Love my rogue panda bag, Super durable and fits very nice in my frame.

[chrislonsberry]

Thanks for the review. I’ve been thinking about this bag for the past couple of months and you just sold me. Really like your videos!

[brettryanbaldwin]

Bedrock Bags out of Durango are crazy impressive as well!! Very well made and awesome folks!

[Draculapin]

impressed by the price of this custom bag, not even super expensive. I don't run a custom bag but I got lucky that my Topeak Midloader 4, 5L fits perfectly my road bike Giant frame. Will definitely consider custom for my next/final bike

[daveburnett]

Been messing with gear layouts in my frame bag. Your description is really helpful to me! Thanks!

[larrywhite]

Best line in the video "wind performance and such who cares about that"! Yes some of us do!

[SnootchieBootchies]

I'm so glad I got my bag from these guys last year. Sounds like it's quite the wait now...

[thecappy]

I went with a Rockgiest for my Warbird. Just a perfect fit and exactly how I wanted it.

[shawnhoulihan]

Bought this one for myself and have been using it for months now. Absolutely love it and is worth every penny. I will say the extra $20 is for the side pocket is totally worth. Great place to put your phone.

[SebastianDeBeer]

Currently waiting to receive my three new bags from Rogue Panda. I went with them because a) their branding is minimalist and stylish, b) they had my Surly Ogre pattern already so no messing around with tape measures and c) they can make my bags in CAMO!

[lisastarmer]

I ordered a custom TN flag frame bag for my red Parlee Chebacco from Rogue Panda. I can't wait to get it!

[alextunbridge]

My Rogue Panda frame bag is on order. Hoping to get it just in time to ride the Mawson trail in South Australia :)

[FranksonAdventures]

Just made a custom bag for myself. Since I’m riding a fully there is no chance to get one off the shelf. It took me 3 days! But I’m pretty happy with the result. I chose cordura as main material

[arden]

Love my RP half frame bag. I went for the lace-up option and I use elastic shock cord so I can tuck small things like gloves or a light rain shell into the lacing on the top tube. The bag stays secure and tight to the frame even fully loaded.

[chrisaustin]

Love my custom frame bag that fits my Norco Search XR perfectly no wasted space, BBD (Bike Bag Dude) in NSW Australia. 3 zip version, 1zip on NDS for maps or electronics and 2 zips on DS with a floating false floor between.

[jrbechthold]

Not custom, but I recently got a half frame bag from Oveja Negra and it fits like a custom bag on my Pivot Les… will definitely be looking at Rogue Panda for a full frame bolt on option though!

[michaelcleveland]

As I've mentioned a million times in many different places, if you love your bike, get a custom bag from your favorite maker. Quite likely, it'll be better built and lighter (not to mention having custom stuff you want) than an off-the-rack bag. I know people continually complain about the price of hand made bags but they often take a couple of days to make + materials. In the end, you'll likely get many years of use out of them (I've got bags I've made and used for nearly 10 years). Yes, I've make bags... in fact, Neal has reviewed them.

[adamnorton]

This indie bike shop in Denver called Z's Bike Shop has a tech who makes custom frame bags and they're terrific

[anguscuming]

Got a custom frame bag from Alpkit in the UK - 100% worth the money