In this episode of zipworks I make a slim and aero bike handlebar bag with a zippered top. The intended use is to hold a few bars, tools and/or arm warmers on everyday training rides and maybe even going bikepacking. It's a very minimal design, just a single compartment and made from a single panel. Some molle style webbing across the back serves as the simple attachment system to the handlebars, whereby a couple of pieces of webbing with cam locks can be placed in either of loops for the best placement. Some elastic cord that wraps around the stem makes a third attachment point for added stability. The main material used is 1608d ballistic nylon, which I think ended up being a great choice. This fabric is quite thick in itself which really helps the bag hold its structure. Making one of these cycling bags was really quite easy and is a great beginner project in my opinion.
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#myog #diy #ultralight #sewing #bespokegear
CHAPTERS
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0:00 Intro
0:13 Features
0:57 Specs
1:52 Cutting
2:36 Zipper
3:10 Attachments
3:56 Sides
4:22 Corners
4:57 Turn
5:12 Outro
ABOUT
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This video is not a tutorial per se. This is how I enjoy documenting a few of my projects, it's not meant as a comprehensive sew-along guide. Some may find it useful to see how I like do things but my hope is primarily that some will find these videos inspiring - sparking creativity and ideas for making their very own bespoke gear. My thinking is that by showing the projects in a fast-paced and light-hearted manner conveys the message that making your own ultralight gear as a hobby is not very difficult and ultimately a very rewarding pursuit.
That said, I realise that some people watching this may want to follow along and some of them will be beginners at sewing. I try my best to not leave any important steps out of the clips but for anyone finding it hard to follow even with a rewatch, leave a comment below and I or someone else in the community may be able to assist.
SPEC SHEET
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Linked below is a PDF with a copy of the spec sheet seen in the video.
zipworks.io/docs/007_specs.pdf
PATTERN GENERATOR
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For the zipworks pattern generator see:
www.zipworks.io/
MATERIALS
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Ballistic Nylon - geni.us/ZdgBn2R (Ripstopbytheroll)
Webbing - geni.us/rgb7F (Ripstopbytheroll)*
Cordlock - geni.us/4LUAbX (Ripstopbytheroll)
Cam lock - bit.ly/3jhR0qn (Extremtextil)
Thread - geni.us/fbetXFM (Ripstopbytheroll)
Grosgrain - geni.us/n4hN (Ripstopbytheroll)*
Zipper #5 - geni.us/eMa2oPX (Ripstopbytheroll)
Slider - geni.us/6b5mr10 (Ripstopbytheroll)
Pull - geni.us/GFa1wA (Ripstopbytheroll)
* For a variety of reasons, I'm not always be able to link the exact item used in the video. Sometimes it is no longer sold, sometimes I got something at a local store. Often, I simply forget where I got something in the first place - over the years I have collected tons of MYOG supplies from lots of places. In those cases, I will link what I think is the closest equivalent.
TOOLS
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Sewing Machine - geni.us/4E44y8 (Amazon)
Rotary Cutter - geni.us/sst984g (Amazon)
Metal Ruler - geni.us/hQgXZ (Amazon)
Framing Square - geni.us/yNw3yit (Amazon)
Quilting Ruler - geni.us/Nk5B (Amazon)
Wonder Tape - geni.us/B1ebTd (Amazon)
Tailors Chalk - geni.us/Lmn0jJK (Amazon)
Chalk Liner - geni.us/rd5z (Amazon)
Marker - geni.us/PrDN (Amazon)
Cutting Mat - geni.us/oBwEGn (Amazon)
Fabric Scissors - geni.us/7kGqTT (Amazon)
Thread Snips - geni.us/mZ7pEps (Amazon)
Seam Ripper - geni.us/z1f8erT (Amazon)
Clips - geni.us/VVfbsx (Amazon)
Pins - geni.us/SbSW (Amazon)
Needles - geni.us/cUVcrXm (Amazon)
Presser Foot - geni.us/Lkljs (Amazon)
MUSIC
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All music from Epidemic Sound - www.epidemicsound.com/referra...
Iso Indies - Kids on the porch
Ever yearning - When spring is coming
SUPPORT
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If you like what I do then you may support me at:
www.buymeacoffee.com/zipworks
DISCLAIMER
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Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I you help support the channel at no additional charge to you.