An action shot of the Easy Canvas Shoulder Bag matched with a simple black outfit and sleek black bike.
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Black on Black – Minnehaha Easy Canvas Shoulder Bag
Friday, December 16th, 2011The search for the perfect purse
Friday, December 9th, 2011
Barb from Bike Style Spokane went in search of the perfect purse and landed upon Po Campo‘s bike bags. She loves her Free Bird Loop Pannier and Classic Rack Tote. Why?
- Quick attachment with straps that just buckle around the rack—nothing to dig into my side later and this would fit on any rack.
- Nice bright lining.
- Pockets inside and a separator in the pannier that will make it easy to develop consistent packing habits.
- Big outside pocket on the pannier has a magnetic closure—no more snags.
- Straps on the bottom of the tote used to fasten it to the top of the rack would also let me hang a yoga mat on there.
- Reflective elements on the sides that will show while I’m riding. Plus the light fabric will just show up more.
- Last but oh, so far from least, they look like purses. Nice finish, nice hardware, protected zippers, pretty fabric (with a water/fade resistant finish).
You can read the full review here.
Bicycle Wine Rack by Oopsmark
Friday, November 25th, 2011
We’ve got just the thing for your bike this party season!
If you like wine and you like biking, you’re going to love our new Bicycle Wine Rack. The handmade leather bicycle wine rack is perfect for taking wine with you on the go. It easily attaches to any 1″ bike frame with antique brass fasteners, while the hidden clamps hold the bottle securely. The olive oil-treated vegetable-tanned leather will only look better as it ages.
The Bicycle Wine Rack is in store now for $29. Something for the Christmas stocking, perhaps?
Here’s a great video showing off the Bicycle Wine Rack in its home town, Montreal.
Kids Bike Basket Giveaway at Little Eco Footprints
Monday, October 17th, 2011
When doing research for CycleStyle we discovered that it’s very difficult to find nice wicker baskets suitable for kids bikes. All the baskets we seemed to see where nasty plastic and wire ones made from cheap materials and most of them were attached to the bike as well.
So we were very excited to discover the Kids Wicker Basket by Fast Rider in the Netherlands. The baskets are made from treated wicker by workers in Poland and are cute as a button. Plus they slip on and off the handlebars easily which means that when your little one arrives at their destination they can carry their own gear – whether it be their lunchbox, their doll or their ball.
Over at the wonderful parenting blog Little Eco Footprints there is a Kids Wicker Basket to giveaway this week. Tricia Hogbin writes all about her life with her family in Newcastle, with a particular focus on living closer to nature and leaving a little ecological footprint. Naturally that means the whole family rides bikes! Check our Tricia’s blog here.
Behind the scenes at Carradice
Friday, October 14th, 2011
Carradice have been one of our stockists since we first opened shop – we just love the fact that their durable and stylish bags are still handmade in Lancashire, Nelson.
Here’s a great article with a behind-the-scenes look at the Carradice factory, including the picture of Sue above – the maker of our Cotton Duck Bike Bureaus!
Why I love my Kitsch Kitchen panniers
Thursday, September 22nd, 2011
I confess, I am a bit of an evangelist when it comes to Kitsch Kitchen panniers.
I used to carry my gear on my back, in a boring black backpack from a camping store. But as my loads got heavier and heavier and I started getting back pain, I thought it was time to finally use panniers.
Panniers have transformed my life. Seriously. Such that when I got my new bike the first thing I did when I got it was take it to Cecil Walker and get a back rack installed for another set of Kitsch Kitchen panniers.
Why do I love them so much?
1. They brighten up my bike. As you can see, I own a very utilitarian Diamondback hybrid which is a fantastic ride but frankly a little dull for my aesthetics. The panniers come in a range of bright colours and patterns.
2. They are secure on the bike. The panniers fit on a back rack with 4 looped straps and 2 velcro straps. Once they’re on, they’re on! I haven’t had any problem with theft – a thief would have to spend a good five minutes fiddling with the back rack before they’d be able to get them off. Looks very suspicious 
3. They are waterproof and if they get dirty a quick wipe cleans the dirt off the oilcloth.
4. They help me carry large loads. The panniers (combined with the wicker basket) carry books, laptops, cameras, clothing and shopping. I can also strap items to the back rack, on top of the panniers, using a $2 bungee cord.
5. No more back pain and sweaty backs!