Check Your Luggage Before It Checks Out

Bike luggage has a simple job: stay where you put it. When it fails, it becomes everyoneâ?Ts problem. A loose tail pack, flapping strap, badly fitted pannier, or overloaded rucksack can ruin a ride quickly.

Before leaving, tug everything properly. Check straps cannot reach the wheel or chain. Make sure weight is even and nothing blocks lights or indicators. Stop after a few miles and check again, especially if the load is new.

Nobody wants to be the person walking back down the road collecting waterproof trousers and dignity. Pack properly, secure it properly, and ride without wondering what just fell off.