Bike Perfect - Alpkit bikepacking bags review: Fuel Pod, Bilbie and Koala put to the test

Bike Perfect - Alpkit bikepacking bags review: Fuel Pod, Bilbie and Koala put to the test

By Guy Kesteven

We’d like bolt-on mounts for the Pod or Cradle and a web mesh on the Koala whose straps also need tucking in neatly. Otherwise, Alpkit has delivered an excellent set of fast but accurate to fit bikepacking bags using an even tougher selection of premium materials to make them more durable than the predecessors we’ve had no issues with over years of use. Details like the replaceable straps boost longevity too.

Pricing is excellent, considering the bags are all handmade in the UK and come with a 25-year ‘Alpine Bond’ guarantee against defects and reduced-price repair if you accidentally trash them.

Rating: 4.5 stars (out of 5)

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Bikepacking Bags

  • Made In Britain

0.75L / Black Reflective
Lunar Fuel Pod
Limited edition reflective top tube bag
$59.99

  • Made In Britain

Black Reflective
Lunar Fuel Pod Long
Limited edition reflective extra-long top tube bag
$64.99

  • Made In Britain

X-Small / Black Reflective
Lunar Frame Bag
Limited Edition reflective frame bag
$84.99

  • Made In Britain

Black Reflective
Lunar Koala 13l
Limited Edition reflective saddle pack
$129.99

  • Made In Britain

Black Reflective
Lunar Koala 7l
Limited Edition reflective saddle pack
$119.99

  • Made In Britain

2L / Black Reflective
Lunar Toploader
Limited Edition reflective canister handlebar bag
$79.99

  • Made In Britain

Black Reflective
Lunar Gravel Bag
Limited Edition reflective roll-top handlebar bag
$99.99

  • Made In Britain

0.75l / Panther Black
Fuel Pod
Top tube bag: UK made, weatherproof, available in 3 sizes
$54.99

  • Made In Britain

1.5L / Panther Black
Stem Cell
Lightweight stem-mounted bikepacking bag in 1 and 1.5L sizes
$64.99

  • Made In Britain

Panther Black
Gravel Bag
Handlebar bag with roll-top closure: UK made, weatherproof, 5L expandable capacity
$79.99

  • Made In Britain

Panther Black
Toploader
Canister handlebar bag: UK made, weatherproof, 4L
$84.99

  • Made In Britain

13 / Panther Black
Kuoka
Dual-ended handlebar bag: UK made, weatherproof, 13L
$74.99

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