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At a svelte 7.5L, the Catalyst Pack has easily made its way onto our top-seller list as a go-to gravel adventure bag. Riders with less clearance and narrow handlebars now have a stellar option for stowing gear on their handlebars and under the saddle. Add carrying capacity to this item with aBungee Booster.
The Catalyst Pack is a beautiful mid-capacity handlebar and saddle bag. A more compact option than theZeitgeist Pack, the Catalyst’s trim profile allows for more tire clearance and narrower drop bars. The fitted flap sheds the elements and boasts a small flat zipper pocket for quick access essentials like your ride wallet, chapstick and a snack. Utilize the flap’s daisy chain of webbing to thread aBungee Boosterand stash a layer. The rigid plastic insert offers structure and support for your load. This compact and rock-steady pack is a great option for shredding some gravel and makes a great edition to a lightweight bikepacking rig.
The Catalyst Pack is made in Surabaya, Indonesia and Seattle, WA out of Challenge ECOPAK 100% recycled polyester. This pack contains roughly 10 plastic bottles rescued from ocean beaches.
Materials List
Challenge Sailcloth ECOPAK™ EPLX400
Nylon packcloth 400D
RBC450RS (Recycled Bag Cloth Ripstop 450D)
Feature Callouts
HDPE insert in body to help shape and stabilize your load
Interior features one-handed drawcord closure with an additional compression strap to compact your load.
Flap features small zipper pocket & webbing daisy chains for additional lash points
Comes with six foam spacers and two 9″ Swift Straps
Dimensions
Measurements (Width x Height x Length in inches): 11”w x 7”h x 6”d
Capacity (in Liters): 7.5 L
Weight (in Ounces): 15 oz
FIT-CHECK
Handlebar width compatibility
30cm width
Step 1: Measure the spacing of your handlebars, inside-to-inside, at the hoods.
Step 2: If you have integrated shifting, enlist a friend to engage the levers fully into the center space between the bars, and measure the space from tip-to-tip.
Clearance (height) specs for use at the handlebars and on the saddle
You’ll need a minimum of 10” (25.5cm) of space between your bicycle handlebars and the top of your front or rear tire to use the Catalyst Pack without a support or rack. Keep in mind that a weighted down pack may sag into the wheel, and pay attention to avoid abrasion.
With a rack: As little as 6.5″ (16.5cm) of clearance is required to run the Catalyst Pack on the front with a Carradice Universal Bar Rack. Note that the Carradice Bagman Support is not compatible with the Catalyst Pack.
Maybe the best mid sized bar bag!… that can attach to your seat as well.
This is a great sized bag for daily riding and bikepacking. I put it on my Cutthroat for long rides and my wife uses it for camping (I have a larger bag for camping). It rides high enough to not contact her front tire even when loaded a little heavy. I love the expandable pocket for bulky layers and the small pocket up top for EDC items. I’ve also bought over the years a Swift Fabs bag, panniers, a toptube and the triangle frame bag. All thoughtfully and well made!
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Matt Hornsby
D rings
I hav tried adding a shoulder strap yet, but I suspect the old side-mounted d-rings would work better for it. I do appreciate the top ones.
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Sarah Blanchette
Great design
Great design, excellent quality materials, stellar customer support. And it’s built to last!
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Bryan K
Great bag! Just used in on a bikepacking adventure to store my clothes and everything fit perfectly
Great bag! Just used in on a bikepacking adventure to store my clothes and everything fit perfectly. Mounted to my handlebars firmly/securely without issue.
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Shumai
It's the perfect size for my purposes
It's just the right size to store small items for the brevet. Previously, I had to cram everything into a vertical saddlebag, but now I can store it with plenty of room. It may lose some of its aerodynamic effect, but I think it's better than having to worry about not being able to store it again after taking it out.
