The Swift Industries Blog

With humble origins in cyclo touring, the idiosyncratic long-flap saddle bag has been recreated by many. About 15 years ago, we set out to put our spin on it. Employing modern materials, performance enhancing modifications and our distinctive Swift flair, we brought an even more capable product to the market: the Zeitgeist Pack. In this […]

For the past five years Hailey and I have planned a week—usually in January or February—to escape the comparatively cold, snowy environs of Colorado’s northern Front Range and head for a desert region for some bike camping. It’s always been a good way to bust the rust on our touring skills—what and how to pack, […]

Our Customer Service Rep, Kevin, (also the founder/owner of Pine Cycles) took to the rugged terrain that is Capitol State Forest for the Evergreen Gravel Race (aka EGG) last month. The EGG is renowned for being one of the most grueling gravel races in the northwest due to its being smack dab in the middle […]

Swiftmas is the time of year where we showcase one employee for 14 days. We highlight their rigs, bags and some fun facts about them. Their favorite bags are discounted for 24 hours until the next feature — Happy Swiftmas!   On the fourteenth day of Swiftmas… Will’s Kit: Zeitgeist Pack (25% off), Caldera Collection […]

Swiftmas is the time of year where we showcase one employee for 14 days. We highlight their rigs, bags and some fun facts about them. Their favorite bags are discounted for 24 hours until the next feature — Happy Swiftmas!   On the thirteenth day of Swiftmas… Weston’s Kit: Catalyst Pack (25% off), Bandito Bicycle […]

Swiftmas is the time of year where we showcase one employee for 14 days. We highlight their rigs, bags and some fun facts about them. Their favorite bags are discounted for 24 hours until the next feature — Happy Swiftmas!   On the twelfth day of Swiftmas… Sasha’s Kit: Gibby Stem Bag (20% off), Kestrel […]

Swiftmas is the time of year where we showcase one employee for 14 days. We highlight their rigs, bags and some fun facts about them. Their favorite bags are discounted for 24 hours until the next feature — Happy Swiftmas!   On the eleventh day of Swiftmas… Patrick’s Kit: Motherloaf Basket Bag (15% off), Gibby […]

Swiftmas is the time of year where we showcase one employee for 14 days. We highlight their rigs, bags and some fun facts about them. Their favorite bags are discounted for 24 hours until the next feature — Happy Swiftmas!   On the tenth day of Swiftmas… Michael’s Kit: Bandito Bicycle Bag (25% off), Moxie […]

Swiftmas is the time of year where we showcase one employee for 14 days. We highlight their rigs, bags and some fun facts about them. Their favorite bags are discounted for 24 hours until the next feature — Happy Swiftmas!   On the ninth day of Swiftmas… Martina’s Kit: Zeitgeist Pack (25% off), Olliepack Saddle […]

Swiftmas is the time of year where we showcase one employee for 14 days. We highlight their rigs, bags and some fun facts about them. Their favorite bags are discounted for 24 hours until the next feature — Happy Swiftmas!   On the eighth day of Swiftmas… Kevin’s Kit: Kestrel Handlebar Bag (25% off)   […]

Swiftmas is the time of year where we showcase one employee for 14 days. We highlight their rigs, bags and some fun facts about them. Their favorite bags are discounted for 24 hours until the next feature — Happy Swiftmas!   On the seventh day of Swiftmas… Kelly’s Kit: Moxie Top Tube Bag (20% off), […]

Swiftmas is the time of year where we showcase one employee for 14 days. We highlight their rigs, bags and some fun facts about them. Their favorite bags are discounted for 24 hours until the next feature — Happy Swiftmas!   On the sixth day of Swiftmas… Josh’s kit: Sugarloaf Basket Bag, (15% off)   […]