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Video: Why are Bike Bags so Expensive?

Kevin Curry

Kevin Curry

04 May 2020
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Video: Why are Bike Bags so Expensive?

Path Less Pedaled takes a look at Swift Industries and answer the question I’ve heard many times; why are bike bags so expensive?

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Restrap's New Race Gear: An Aero Top Tube Bag and a 215g Hydration Vest

Restrap's New Race Gear: An Aero Top Tube Bag and a 215g Hydration Vest

Restrap's new aero top tube bag and 215g hydration vest are built for long gravel races. Small, light, expensive — and only worth it if you already know why.

By Kevin Curry 04 Jun 2026
This Electronic Chain Lube System Might Be Overkill (Unless You're Racing Unbound)

This Electronic Chain Lube System Might Be Overkill (Unless You're Racing Unbound)

Faction and Andrew L'Esperance built a 100g electronic chain lube system for gravel racing. It's clever engineering for a problem most riders don't have.

By Kevin Curry 28 May 2026
The Specialized Crux 5 Adds Aero to the Lightest Gravel Racer (And Has the Data to Prove It)

The Specialized Crux 5 Adds Aero to the Lightest Gravel Racer (And Has the Data to Prove It)

The new Specialized Crux 5 adds aero to the lightest gravel racer. 789g frame, 55mm clearance, and race telemetry data claiming 9:58 saved at Unbound. Here's the catch.

By Kevin Curry 28 May 2026
New Gravel Chainrings from Wheels MFG: $115, July Delivery, Modern Offset

New Gravel Chainrings from Wheels MFG: $115, July Delivery, Modern Offset

Wheels Manufacturing's new gravel chainrings offer modern chainline geometry and U.S. manufacturing, but $115+ and a July ship date mean you'll need patience.

By Kevin Curry 28 May 2026

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