(The photo above shows the decaleur on a 1952 René Herse. ![]() Just pull the bag upward, attach your shoulder strap, and take your important belongings with you when you lock up your bike. A good decaleur also provides a handy quick-release for your bag. ![]() ( “ D ecaler” means “to move out of the way” in French). (We tested that in the wind tunnel.) Lots of pluses…Ī) you need a rack to support the bag optimally (we’ve solved that with the various racks Compass now offers), andī) the bag attaches to the handlebars, which can get in the way of your hands in the “on the tops” position.Įnter the decaleur, which keeps the bag away from the handlebars. Handlebar bags are more aerodynamic than rear bags, too. On chilly mountain descents, you can tuck your hands under the flap for a little extra protection from the wind. And with a handlebar bag, your bike handles better than with a rear bag: It’s much easier to ride out of the saddle – none of that “tail wagging the dog” effect.Ī little less important, the bag shields your legs when riding in the rain. The map holder on top greatly reduces your chances of getting lost, since you have your map or cue sheet visible at all times. They are a great way to carry the things you need during your ride: accessible without having to get off the bike. Here is why decaleurs are important: We love handlebar bags. Hirose with Nitto’s craftsmanship, the new Compass decaleurs are strong, light, beautiful and reliable. Compass is proud to introduce what we consider the ultimate decaleur. Combining the ideas of René Herse and H.
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