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Which cover should you choose for your bikepacking or cycle touring trip?

Which cover should you choose for your bikepacking or cycle touring trip?

Whether bikepacking or cycle touring, only take the bare essentials.

Travel light and stay within your budget with our Light range of bags! But which bag should you choose for your bikepacking or cycle touring trip? At Buds We offer a range optimized for these two practices, in three variations: 

  • By removing the two wheels:
    The TRAINBag Light , a cover conforming to the SNCF standard (130 x 90 cm)
  • By keeping the rear wheel on the bike (an exclusive feature) Buds ) :
    The ROADBag Light (for road bikes) and the MTBag Light (for MTB and large road bikes)

The Light range of Buds -Sports is designed specifically for bikepacking and cycle touring trips. 

The Light range cases are ultra-light , compact , and easy to pack in a bag or backpack. They take up very little space and weigh less than one kilogram, between 790g and 890g depending on the model. 

If you're planning a train journey, be aware that it's important to comply with SNCF's regulations. You can travel with your bicycle at no extra cost if it's packed in a transport bag no larger than 120 x 90 cm . In this case, the TRAINBag Light is the bag you need.

MTBag Light
The ROADBag Light and MTBag Light are designed with the same unique feature: allowing the rear wheel to remain on the bike, a Buds exclusive . This reduces handling and isolates the drivetrain from the ground.
It only takes a few seconds to put your bike in the cover!
If your bike is equipped with a luggage rack, choose a ROADBAG or a MTBAG Light .

A range compatible with all bicycles: MTB Road, Gravel, Fixie, City

There's bound to be a model in the Light range that will suit your road bike. MTB or gravel.

Optional accessories for complete protection

To further protect your bicycle, we have developed a range of universal accessories. : a fork protector ( Fork Bike Protect ), a universal bike stand , a pair of pedal protectors ( Pedals Protect ), a frame protector (FRAMEProtect) and an MTB handlebar protector (HANDLEBAR Protect)

Universal stand, fork protector and pair of pedal protectors

  • The DRIVETRAIN PROTECT is highly recommended when purchasing a TRAINBag Light. It isolates the transmission from the ground once both wheels have been removed, and prevents the cover from being damaged by the crankset.
  • The fork protector will effectively protect your fork from impacts and will also prevent damage to the cover from protruding elements.
  • The pair of pedal protectors will be particularly useful for pedals with pins, protecting your cover from the risk of tearing.

Frame protection and handlebar protection

The universal mount and fork protector feature adjustable straps that allow for easy and secure attachment to your bike's frame or rack, saving space in your luggage.

Comparative table of the Light range of covers: 

TRAINBag Light

MTBag Light

ROADBag Light

  • Two wheels removed
  • Requires universal support and
  • Requires fork protection
  • Ultra lightweight
  • Ultra compact
  • Road and compatible MTB
  • Rear wheel retained
  • Requires fork protection
  • Ultra lightweight
  • Ultra compact
  • Compatible MTB and full-size road bike
  • Rear wheel retained
  • Requires fork protection
  • Ultra lightweight
  • Ultra compact
  • Compatible with road, gravel and children's bikes

 

The team Buds is at your disposal to help you make the best choice of cover and accessories for your trip!

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