You’ll enjoy your Bikepacking adventures even more with the Apidura accessories we carry atEscapa.
The Apidura Backcountry DownTube Pack 1.8L securely attaches to the down tube and tubes of similar diameter to provide versatile, compressible storage space for spare parts and long-distance elements. It has enough capacity for a 1 L water bottle, allowing it to be used as a bottle bag for bikes with limited space to store bottles inside the main triangle.
Down tube bags for cycling offer the advantages of accessory mounts, with the freedom to mount the bag wherever you need it. The one-step Velcro fastening system and stability system make it quick and easy to securely mount the bag on tubes of various diameters. The waterproof construction with welded seams ensures that the contents stay clean and dry.
We do not recommend mounting the Backcountry Downtube Pack on tubes with a circumference of less than 9.5 cm, such as seat stays and forks.
Materials
The Apidura Backcountry DownTube Pack 1.8Lis made from Dimension-Polyant VX21, a four-layer laminated fabric originally developed for the marine industry, and our proprietary 420D nylon—a durable fabric manufactured to our own exacting specifications for durability and waterproofing. Designed to meet the demands of off-road riding, these materials offer total waterproofing, light weight, minimal stretch, and high resistance to abrasion and tearing. In particular, the seams are heat-sealed, creating a watertight seal that ensures the saddle bag remains completely waterproof.
Care
Hand wash the down tube bag using mild soap diluted as needed. Then, let it air dry. Do not machine wash, machine dry, or iron.
