You should always carry a repair kit with at least a multitool, a spare tube (even if you ride tubeless), and a dollar bill to help seal a tear in a tire. Your preference. But we recommend bringing energy chews and at least one bar. Bring some extra, too. You can always be a hero to someone hangry on the trail. 5. Pads

For me the Siskin 8 has become the perfect size, although you won’t be able to take the kitchen sink! The large chunky clam shell style zip also means everything can be accessed easily. It is also possible to access that tiny thing you need without removing everything else. The main fabric is made from 210D Poly Honeycomb which is a durable and yet lightweight material. It is designed to take the rough and tumble of all two wheeled activities including mountain biking.

a) If we have sent you the incorrect bicycle, we will cover the cost of collection and delivery of the correct model. So, let’s explore the features. Osprey make the Raptor series from 210D Nylon Diamond Ripstop fabric. This is a durable and yet lightweight material aiming to strike a balance for rough and tumble activities where you also want to keep weight down.

And so to the load carrying options on the Siskin. As mentioned earlier, I now store some equipment on my bike. So, I would see the Siskin needing to carry some lightweight spare clothing, spares and tools. I’d also want to fit in first aid equipment, my phone, keys, wallet and some food. I have authored multiple outdoor guidebooks. My most recent Falcon Guide, " Colorado’s Best Front Range Adventures: The Greatest Hiking, Climbing, Paddling and More From Denver to Colorado Springs and Fort Collins," published Spring 2021. In it, I cover the region's best hiking, biking, climbing, and rafting. Most hydration systems use magnets or clips to help keep the drink tube out of your way when riding. Sometimes they also use magnets to secure the sternum straps. Magnets work better for sternum straps than as part of the hydration system. We’ve never had the magnets for the drink tubes that work perfectly without much fiddling. I’ve written about countless outdoor companies, outdoor sports, and tested gear with publications including CompanyWeek, Outdoor USA Magazine (print), Elevation Outdoors, 5280, and more.

Osprey Siskin 8L Hydration Pack

If you’re doing downhill riding, elbow pads and knee pads are always a good idea. You don’t have to wear them the whole trip; just remember to put them on before hitting any technical downhill sections! 6. Clothes

If you wish to return your bike to us please keep it in the box it arrived in and call us on 01772 644340 and we will arrange a collection. You should always keep proof of postage and we advise you to use a ‘signed for service’ when returning goods. The M.U.L.E. Pro also features all the organizational features you could want without being overkill. The main compartment has two pouches for tools and can house the removable tool wrap. It also has a lower pouch to stow extra clothes or an e-bike battery for those who ride those bikes. It has a fleece-lined compartment near the top for glasses, goggles, smartphones, or cameras. Pros: Great organization, Best ventilation, achieves CamelBak’s Repurpose Green Badge for sustainability