Rear Duffel Dry Bag that you like?

[decooney]

Does anyone have a recommendation for one of the many dry duffle bags out there over others? Have you tried a few and found one you really like?

I'm hoping to somehow strap it to the stock rear rack on the back of the bike. Will be used for overnight, clothing, extra shoes, layers...misc items for 3-4 days. I'm guessing 30/40-50L max since I already have tank/tail bags. Will go behind the rear passenger seat on the S10. Something that comes with quality tie-down synch straps would be nice. Nothing else will be strapped on top of it, this will be the only rear bag on the bike. I will replace the stock rack with an Altrider rear rack (if I have to?) to make it easier to tie down. Thanks in advance for recommendations.

Dryspec, Givi, Firstgear, Wolfman, Bags Connection-SW Motec, Held ???

 

[Don in Lodi]

No saddlebags? I find 35L to be too small.

 

[colorider]

I've owned one of the SW-M and a friend of mine the Wolfman. The SW-M strap setup was marginal at best, IMO. The Wolfman seemed to be much more robust and convenient.

 

[jmcgilroy]

FirstGear Torrent - Top loading vs. end loading works FAR better for me.

 

[RONDO]

I used a Wolfman Expedition in yellow on the back of a KLR for years. Rain tested many times and never disappointed. Made outa PVC coated canvas. Tough stuff. Very patchable too. I have 2 small tears (get offs). Most boating stores carry the same material for making patches. Quality
silicone as adhesive.

 

[imcja]

Mosko Moto

 

[regulator]

+1 for Mosko Moto.

Take a look at their site for details on a new 25L and 60L bag that could work for you. I have a 40L Backcountry duffel that I'd recommend also.

New items expected to ship within a month.

 

[ABBlender]

+1 on the mosko backcountry 30L...fits across the back seat without crowding the panniers. Also isn't too large and bulky, this helps me not pack too much extra useless crap.

 

[HBLQRider]

First Gear all the way. ::008::

I bought a First Gear dry bag and a Sea to Summit. There is no comparison between the two.

I don't work for First Gear but I am very happy with the products I have purchased from them so far (two jackets and the dry bag).

 

[jbird]

I bought mine from Sierra Trading Post on line. Made by Seattle Sports it is a roll top so easy access.
Large is $59.95 and medium is $39.95. In the large one I can put my tent, thermos eat, sleeping
Bag, stove, extra shoes etc just to give you an idea how large the large one is. I have both the large
One and the medium one but usually use the large one. It has never leaked and is very robust. Jbird

 

[jbird]

Here is picture of large one on bike.

 

[jmcgilroy]

Mosko Moto - Holy Crap! Expensive! I'm sure that you will tell me that "you get what you pay for" right? But, geez the 40L is three times the cost of the FirstGear 40L. Is there some "wonderment" that justifies the expense 'cause the FirstGear kept all my stuff dry for 8,000 miles to the top of Alaska and back.

(sorry if I ruffled some feathers...maybe I'm just financially challenged)

Jim

 

[bnschroder]

I got a Touratech/Ortlieb bag and really like the quality. This and my brake pedal extender are my only Touratech accessories but I got them in Germany for a much better price than US list

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[Arkyrider]

Nelson Riggs Survivor Adventure Dry Bag
Black, Hi Vis Yellow, or Hi Vis Orange
40 Liter
Top Load
Metal Buckles for tie downs

I have been thru 2 bad rain storms with this bag and everything stayed dry. I found it on special for $59.00 thru Revzilla. Normal cost is around $80.00

 

[silvergoose]

Wolfman !

 

[Checkswrecks]

Any boating or paddling store can set you right up. Mine are no-name and work great on the bike.

 

[cromschild]

Wolfman all the way. I have two of them I mount on top of my Givi Outback panniers. They are awesome and have a great strapping system. ::022::

 

[Koinz]

Any boating or paddling store can set you right up. Mine are no-name and work great on the bike.

+1 I actually bought two for 15 a piece. Road in the rain several times with them, no issues. Not as pretty as a wolfman, but it's big and seems to be well made. I've had mine for a few years now.

 

[Boondocker]

Do you know what you want to pack in a duffel bag?
This is the biggest I can find and fit - Sealine 80-liter. It's a roll-top, has a D-ring near the bottom at each corner. I use simple nylon buckle straps, cut to proper length. Two forward attach to grab handles, two aft attach to tail rack. 2 ROK straps go over the top, same attachment points. It's very stable

Loaded in this picture, weighs 27 pounds.
Contains 2 Big Agnes Long Ranger sleeping bags (with inner air mattresses), 2 air pillows, 2 small foam pillows, REI 2-man tent (w/rain fly & footprint), Kelty Noah 16' tarp, 2 6-foot folding poles (22" folded), 8'x10' ground tarp. Over the top is a "bungee web" and a dry bag. The dry bag is usually empty until we pick up some bulky and light-weight groceries, like a box of crackers. The bungee web is good for holding that extra wet or dirty thing without getting in the way.

We affectionately call it the Orange Monster. It's a bit of a wrestling match to stuff, roll down, and secure to the bike, but when you're 2-up and camping, what are you going to do? The outboard-hinged Jesse box lids clear it with a little persuasion.

It's not the coolest bit of luggage on the planet, but it's tough, waterproof, and I've used it for years. It's not casual luggage, you don't toss something in there or pull something out on a whim. You'll notice by the packing manifest that it's only and entirely my camp housing. Pretty much an all or nothing affair.

 

[Checkswrecks]

Bags eventually get chafed or otherwise develop holes and leaks. Another thing I like about the kayaker bags is that I just replace them without worrying about cost. Paying hundreds for high end Wolfmans would make me want to cry.