The bag was selected using the unique tool that configured it on he bike - neat trick. Frame bag was dead easy to fit with just a little added frame tape for good measure. In its short life the bag has been pounded on the 100 mile Southdowns Way in which it carried camping gear and anything too heavy for front/rear bags. Bag also performed well on the road trip to and from the Downs. It’s so so nice to finally be organised on a road trip. The bag has a chassis which eliminates bulging and that annoying knee rub and the zips perform effortlessly and pouches for those import things you need to grab. My bag was covered in dry Southdowns mud and is awaiting a good rejuvenating scrub.
My son and me both bought the aero tailfin and front and rear panniers they were extremely stable when out of the saddle on climbs and you can get plenty of kit in them ,the fold over system for closing the panniers keeps them firmly packed and waterproof.
Superb quality for the products. Even though it cost a bit more than other brands in the market, I believe you're buying the best quality in the industry. 4 stars for the products and another star for exceptional customer service.
Look online and around your local bike shops and see what you can get to compare with Tailfin products. Cheaper, maybe; better, there's nothing out there.
I bought the top tube flip bag, 1.5L. The dimensions of the 1.5L are only slightly different than the 1.1L, so I opted for the larger to primarily better accommodate my phone . I have a standard size phone but keep a cover on it, and it just fits. But there is still plenty of room for other small items like glasses, etc. in the bag. I was concerned the bag would conflict with standing over the top tube when stopped, and it does, but I'll adjust because this bag provides such great convenience for top tube storage. The flip top is a perfect balance of security, weather protection, and quick access to essentials. The top tube bag is also very stable as advertised.
I also purchased the 1.7L down tube pack with cage to move basic repair tools and supplies to one easy to access location. I recommend getting the cage. It adds stability and can be tasked to hold other things in a pinch. I had room to mount it to the seat tube, so I did to give it a little more protection when riding.
Shipping to the USA was very fast. Overall these are great products and service by Tailfin.
This 1.1L (zip) top tube bag appears to have very good construction and does not move while riding. The zipper moves smoothly as well. I wish it were wider because it doesn't really hold much, but it is otherwise very nice.
Great equipment, well made and thought through. A little daunting when first arrived but the ability to quickly remove individual panniers or the whole rack quickly is fantastic. Rode on the Munda Biddy trail on a Mason Bokeh and rack/ panniers stayed secure throughout. Ability to move quickly to other bikes is also great.
Have bought Alloy rack with AP rack top bag plus the top tube zip 0.8L. All work well - big enough for week trip. Fits Cube Agree Pro fine although is slightly off centre on the rear saddle connection but this may have something to do with the different axle connector and does not affect the performance. Well made and light.
Super piece of kit, well designed, well manufactured. No more waggly tail packs here. Your kit is super stable even off road without any annoying rattles, but most importantly to me, with the axle mounting option, the frame doesn't no its even there, no rubbing or damage.
As ever, great service from Tailfin. The product quality is evident: Design thinking, excellent construction quality.
After 45 years of traditional 4 pannier touring I decided to dip a toe into the new and ever growing world of bikepacking. Two Tailfin bags provide my solution for food, tools and various items of clothing for cold and rain. I’m super impressed at how they are rigid yet light. Fitting is so easy and they don’t move or slip during even the worst off road descents. I’ve entered The Tor Divide which takes place from Edale in the Peak District and the bags have performed perfectly during check out rides. It’s a thumbs up from me on this new chapter of cycle touring!
Pin knob that holds the rack to the axle came loose and lose on first ride.
Excellent framebag and it fits perfect om my gravel bike. It aint cheap but, the quality is insane.
I was looking for a frame bag to put my pump, wallet, phone, gels & and couple of other bits as I got fed up using a backpack/belt. The frame bag holds all this & more, it’s a great design & great construction.
I started using the Tailfin rack and 20l Tailfin bag a couple of years ago to carry my equipment during the inaugural Frontier 300 and have used it on recent trip on the King Alfred Way.
I have now got two Tailfin top tube bags and the fork cages and 3l bags. The quality is superb, the service is excellent and the engineering and design is brilliant.
I’m able to quickly swap the bags onto other bikes.
I bought the rear carbon rack and rear pack and it is awesome, light and practical, can be removed from the bike in seconds once the initial fit is done. Also purchased the mini 10l panniers which are superb quality and very practical - all in all its a fantastic product, cant wait to go bike packing now!
I've tried loads of saddle packs and got sick and tired of seat post rubbing holes, or capacity issues or wobble out of the saddle.
The only negative is that you forget its there and then try to bunny hop up a curb then remember you have 10kgs behind you!
Still too early to comment on durability but as tailfin have various spares available and great customer service I don't see any issues at all.
I'm happy to share my impressions of the delivery of the Aloy Rack and Top Bag. The ordering process went smoothly. The delivery was complete and very well packaged in cardboard boxes. Assembly was extremely easy; everything fit very well, and not a single screw was missing. After a few months of use, I can't yet comment on durability, but the parts look very robust, and I'm very satisfied with their functionality. This rack system is one of the most expensive, but I would choose it again.
i had read good things about this bag on bike packing.com, and gave it a try, i agree with most everyone else, it’s a bitchin’ little piece of gear. i kinda love it. next bag need i have, i’ll start with tailfin to see what they have first.
I'm currently using the fork mounts and packs on a month-long trip across Spain. So far, they've been brilliant - easy to use, really stable and totally silent.
Ich habe einen 44cm Rahmen. Da sind die 5l Taschen perfekt. In eine Tasche passen Isomatte, Cover Liner und Polster.
Ich hab mir erst nur das alloy rack geholt, da ich zuerst meine eigenen Taschen verwenden wollte. Damit war ich aber nicht ganz happy. Später hab ich mir noch die Tailfin Seitentaschen dazugeholt. Auch wenn das ganze einen stolzen Preis hat, so bin ich absolut zufrieden. Ich fahre oft über holprigen Untergrund und die Taschen halten bombenfest an dem Rack.
Ich habe auch die Version, wo man das Rack ganz einfach abmachen kann. Das Rack ist somit in nur 10 Sekunden abgemacht und wieder drangemacht.
Habe bisher noch kein System gefunden, dass dem von Tailfin Konkurrenz machen könnte und ich habe lange recherchiert, da mich anfangs der hohe Preis abgeschreckt hat.
Ich würde es sofort nochmal kaufen! Für meine bikepacking Bedürfnisse genau das richtige (fahre gerne Gravelstrecken, leichter Zugang zum Gepäck, auch unförmige Dinge einpackbar).
Used these during ultra race (Race around the Netherlands’ and both performed excellent. Great access to stuff and waterproof. Really pleased with these.
I also used the top tube bag with the flip close, again really good and I love the way it attaches to the bike with straps.
Excellent product and customer service. I would fully recommend Tailfin.
Have always eyed Tailfin products as I really like the clean lines and innovation. Just got the bolt on top tube magnetic closure bag and it's been awesome. Easy to use, looks cool and works!
Used tailfin kit on some cycle trips and find it excellent