{"product_id":"apidura-expedition-saddle-pack","title":"APIDURA - EXPEDITION SADDLE PACK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Expedition Saddle Pack is waterproof, lightweight, and provides a spacious compartment under the saddle, eliminating the need for a rear rack. It’s designed to hold clothes and equipment on long distance rides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt from a lightweight laminate developed specifically for Apidura, the saddle bag is highly resistant to abrasions and tears. The seams have been welded together, creating a waterproof seal that ensures contents always stay dry, even in sustained rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eA three-point attachment system with Hypalon-reinforced velcro straps allows the saddle bag to hug the seat post, increasing stability and cutting down on lateral movement. Additional Hypalon on the bag’s body keeps frames in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Expedition Saddle Pack is available in three sizes for adventures long, short, and in-between. Additionally, the roll-down compression and closure system means the bag’s volume can be tailored precisely to fit a range of packing needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eLightweight waterproof laminate, developed specifically for Apidura\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eHands-free air release valve for easy packing and compression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eSturdy and secure three-point attachment system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eRoll-top closure for adjustable capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eCarbon-friendly attachment with Hypalon-reinforced velcro straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eReflective graphics and light attachment point for increased visibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #888b8d; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #888b8d;\"\u003eEXPEDITION SERIES\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"grey\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #888b8d;\"\u003eCreated for road riding and long-distance tours, the Expedition Series is built from a lightweight material that provides unparalleled waterproofing and defence from the most punishing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #888888;\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Apidura 2022 Saddle Bag Dims 9L\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wideopen.co.nz\/content\/1692rp29.jpg\" alt=\"Apidura 2022 Saddle Bag Dims 9L\" width=\"2000\" height=\"828\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Apidura 2022 Saddle Bag Dims 14L\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wideopen.co.nz\/content\/1693rp14.jpg\" alt=\"Apidura 2022 Saddle Bag Dims 14L\" width=\"2000\" height=\"828\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Apidura 2022 Saddle Bag Dims 17L\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wideopen.co.nz\/content\/1694rp45.jpg\" alt=\"Apidura 2022 Saddle Bag Dims 17L\" width=\"2000\" height=\"828\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #888888;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe saddle bag is cut from a three-layer laminate fabric that was developed specifically for us. The material is lightweight, and is highly resistant to tears and abrasion. Notably, it’s welded together at the seams, creating a watertight seal that ensures the saddle bag remains completely waterproof.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bag’s attachment points are reinforced with Hypalon, a rubberised nylon used to provide extra protection against friction and abrasion. For the straps, Woojin buckles have been chosen for their strength and reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinally, a lightweight moulded section of HDPE thermoplastic sits in the saddle bag’s lower section to reinforce its structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg title=\"Apidura 2022 - Expedition Fabric\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wideopen.co.nz\/content\/1681p34.png\" alt=\"Apidura 2022 - Expedition Fabric\" width=\"1470\" height=\"800\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #888888;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eare Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eWash the saddle bag by hand, using a mild diluted soap if necessary. Afterwards, let it air dry.\u003cbr\u003eDo not machine wash, machine dry, or iron.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #888888;\"\u003eAPIDURA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe’re an independent, family-run business of cyclists, makers and problem solvers, brought together by a shared \u003cstrong\u003emission to find better ways to explore the world by bike\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eApidura was born from necessity; pioneering ultralight, rackless packing systems to help us take our love of cycling further and allow riders to unlock their instinct for adventure. As devoted adventure cyclists, we design with our fellow riders in mind, creating products that address genuine needs and bring new value to the bikepacking scene. We create the best packs we can, using technical materials and precision crafting techniques – and when we find a way to improve them we do so straight away and without fanfare. We don’t do ‘seasons’, limited editions or discount our gear – we simply create the best possible technical bikepacking gear that’s built to last.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"APIDURA","offers":[{"title":"Expedition Saddle Pack (14L)","offer_id":45919170298096,"sku":"APPWM","price":326.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Expedition Saddle Pack (17L)","offer_id":45919170330864,"sku":"APPWL","price":341.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Expedition Saddle Pack (9L)","offer_id":45919170363632,"sku":"APPWS","price":314.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6793\/8288\/files\/8938p17.jpg?v=1715056243","url":"https:\/\/www.topgearcycles.co.nz\/products\/apidura-expedition-saddle-pack","provider":"Top Gear Cycles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}