Osprey Radial II Cycling Backpack

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We’ve reviewed other bags from Osprey, such as the METRON and the Tropos, and these two really have the most striking resemblance to the Radial—so much so that we even made a comparison video about it. They’re not the most minimalistic designs out there—far from it, actually. The Radial fully embraces all of the frills that come with its feature-rich design. With lines and curves that run across the bag’s body, it’s not minimalist, but it’s still a clean design in our eyes. Osprey Radial | The logo is front and center for everyone to see. Yes, this bag is flexible. It can adapt to MANY needs and manages to make most of those adjustments while staying out of the way. But it’s still committed to its core purpose and that core purpose limits its flexibility in a very specific way. This is NOT a bag that you should use to load up 60 lbs and hike with. It is not designed for physical abuse. It shouldn’t go into a boardroom with you. For those of you who are looking for the one-bag wonder that can do anything, this isn’t it. Delivered Monday to Saturday 8am-8pm, excluding bank holidays. Once despatched you will receive updates from the courier. When you take the bag in your hands, every detail screams quality, and you know the premium price you paid for the product reflects premium quality.

The Proviz Reflect360 bag is grey but glows like the moon when light is shined on it, thanks to millions of reflective beads. A bike light can be strapped on to the front.

My biggest question before I tried the Radial was whether the Airspeed feature would be so good that I’d be willing to ditch my pannier for commuting. Lastly, the frame sheet is accessible through a zippered opening above the laptop sleeve, just in case it needs replacing. We think this is a nice bonus for those who like to tinker with their bags and who might want to do a bit of DIY-ing. For the most part, though, you probably won’t have to replace it anytime soon as ours has barely exhibited any permanent damage due to bending. Osprey Radial | The combo of a big false bottom and loop and hook tab keep your devices secure. Metropolis International Group Limited, 10th Floor, Southern House, Wellesley Grove, Croydon, CR0 1XG.

The bag is well constructed from environmentally and ethically sourced materials, according to Vaude. Both chest and waist belt can be moved to different height positions to customise the fit. Adam Gasson / Our Media On top of that, we looked for durable and easy-to-use closure systems, such as a roll-top or waterproof zips, and enough capacity to carry everything you’re likely to need on a day-to-day basis.So what are the downsides? Well, you’ll get a bit sweaty on longer rides or when carrying heavy kit, but this 30-litre PVC bag will swallow all your belongings and keep them bone dry, thanks to the roll-down top and welded seams. I own and maintain 6 e-bikes, 15 regular bikes (road bikes, folding bikes, hybrid bikes, city bikes among others). Whether you are looking to buy your first bike, upgrade your existing bike, learn about bike maintenace, or you want to become a bike commuter, or get fit riding your bike, you've come to the right place. Chrome bags have a reputation for lasting a very long time, and the seriously constructed Barrage looks to continue that tradition. Just watch out for unexpected showers and think about lining your bag with a bin liner if you’ve got anything in there you don’t want to get wet.

Roll-top bags are usually what you see professional cycle couriers using, and for good reason. Zips are compact and flexible for shaping, but can be a weak point for waterproofing, and are also much more likely to wear out and break with heavy use.The Radial is probably the most versatile bag... ever! It can be used for your daily commute, walking, biking, travelling, the list goes on. You can even extend it from 26 litres to 34 litres in the blink of an eye. It's got more features than you can count on both hands, making it a brilliant all-rounder for those who want one bag to do it all. Our tester’s only gripe was the wide and square shape obstructed the view when looking over their shoulder. Through a clever stand design, the Osprey Radial 26 stays upright when you place it on the ground too, preventing it from falling over and damaging your gear. Lomo’s bag is simple, but spacious, tough and cheap. What’s not to like? David Caudery / Immediate Media

The Radial is made using a tough yet lightweight 210D nylon. This fabric weighs only a fraction of what traditional canvas bags used to, but offers similar abrasion resistance and durability. A durable water repellent coating adds further weather resistance. Dirty bag: This is sort of standard fare for a bag that is going to be used to bring along extra clothes or shoes. It did the job. Note, if you wear boots and have big feet, you might struggle for room in this pouch. Other than that, not a lot to say. It is necessary, it serves its purpose, and it had no oddities to it. If you’re still trying to figure out whether you need the Radial or the Metron, let me offer you some help. The Aqua has a simple design – an effective roll-top opening into a single 20-litre compartment – but it’s available in loads of colours, all of which have extensive reflective details with 360-degree visibility.

The roll-top can be zipped to keep contents – probably nothing more than day-to-day work items – secure.