By Tom Marvin

Published: Monday, 02 May 2022 at 12:00 am


An often-overlooked cycling accessory, cycling kit bags can make for a great alternative to the best cycling backpacks if you’re travelling to or from the start of a ride or race. They provide a compact, structured solution when you’re heading on a riding holiday and can also be used for organising your kit while commuting.

Here are six of the best cycling bags as tested by our experts.

Five things to look for in a kit bag: 

  • Make sure the bag is large enough to carry what you need. 
  • Decide if the way the bag has been divided into its respective sections works for you. Most will feature separate areas for storing clean and dirty kit. 
  • You should consider if helmet storage is important. Helmets are odd shapes and they don’t fit nicely into all bags, so you may have to carry it separately. 
  • Make sure the bag is comfortable to carry when fully loaded. Virtually all use either shoulder straps or a carrying handle. 
  • Consider if you need the bag to be weather-proofed if leaving it out in the elements. 

The best cycling kit bags in 2022, as rated and reviewed by our expert testers

Ogio Endurance 7.0 duffel bag

5.0 out of 5 star rating
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You get enough storage for a long weekend’s worth of kit.
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  • Price: £95 / $170

There’s a pocket for every conceivable item, from snacks and bottles to helmets and shoes. The soft-lined hard case for glasses and electronics is useful.

You get enough storage for a long weekend’s worth of kit, and the main section is lined with a bright material, which makes small items easy to find.

It’s comfy to carry full, thanks to broad shoulder straps and a padded back panel. The expandable wet-kit pocket is handy, and the shoe compartment is vented to aid drying.

The only chink in the Ogio Endurance’s armour is that there’s no carrying handle, just the shoulder straps.