I don't want to mount this to the bike. How realistic is it to strap it on for a bike commute?
143039
It's pretty big to just strap on your shoulder. It would probably be uncomfortable to ride with that way.
143040
I did not mout it to my bike. It works fine with the built in straps. I am a daily commuter and have had no problems.
143041
It is a large bag. So not very realistic if you want to loop it between your legs on the top tune. Keep in mind the bag itself is not mounted. The bike rack is mounted, the bag hooks to the bag with two S hooks.
143042
Willie: it would difficult to use as a messenger bag it is big and not cut to form around your back like a messenger bag is. it is meant to mount on a rear rack.
983259
It may work. But honestly, I find it even a little bulky on a large motorcycle. I would think that it would be a little overkill on a bicycle. Plus, I'm not real happy with the quality.
338180
Absolutely not! It has a bayonnette mount, which means a simple twist locks it onto the base, which is mounted to the bike. Another twist and it's off! Tuck it into your pocket and away you go!
1924631
I use this weekly. I feel like using it on a bike would be really awkward. It's basiclly a really big murse.
894916
I have it mounted on a Trek X-Caliber 6. It fits well, and doesn't rattle even with a heavy load or while doing heavy mountain biking. I did have to buy the longer mounting straps though (which Amazon didn't carry), as the ones that come with it had it too close to the seat for my liking. With the longer straps it's in the perfect position. It keeps most mud off my back too. One issue I did have with it that is unrelated to the bike itself is that you have to be careful which of the mounting holes on the rear frame you use, or it can get in the way of the quick-release lever for the rear tire. This is made irritatingly worse by the fact the hex bolts that mount it to the frame are really deep in the frame, and if you carry a multitool on rides for repairs, odds are the hex wrenches won't be long enough to reach the bolt heads. This is unfortunately one of those things you only notice when you're ten miles out on a trail and pinch a tube.
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Arthur, I had one of these mounted on the rear view mirror arm on my motorcycle. Although it is a fairly tight grip...I wouldn't rely on it, as my phone vibrated off on an uneven stretch of road one day and took a tumble along the freeway and was smashed to smitherines. I don't feel it's strong enough for the use of a motorcycle IMO. Hope that helps!
41082
Yeah it would be great for a daily commute bike, has the rear tie bar which you can mount a basket. The only thing I fear is the tire it is easy to get flat tire since it is not thick. This is from my experience riding in an area filled with thorns. Maybe for a commute consider the toughness of the tires so you can spare yourself the hassle of a flat tire. I like the bike overall, if it is for commute in the city like if you are a school student, than this bike would be ideal. Like if you go to college and you have a hard time finding parking. You can put the bike in the trunk and park farther and ride it. Yeah it would be great for a daily commute bike, has the rear tie bar which you can mount a basket. The only thing I fear is the tire it is easy to get flat tire since it is not thick. This is from my experience riding in an area filled with thorns. Maybe for a commute consider the toughness of the tires so you can spare yourself the hassle of a flat tire. I like the bike overall, if it is for commute in the city like if you are a school student, than this bike would be ideal. Like if you go to college and you have a hard time finding parking. You can put the bike in the trunk and park... » Read More Yeah it would be great for a daily commute bike, has the rear tie bar which you can mount a basket. The only thing I fear is the tire it is easy to get flat tire since it is not thick. This is from my experience riding in an area filled with thorns. Maybe for a commute consider the toughness of the tires so you can spare yourself the hassle of a flat tire. I like the bike overall, if it is for commute in the city like if you are a school student, than this bike would be ideal. Like if you go to college and you have a hard time finding parking. You can put the bike in the trunk and park farther and ride it. « Show Less
827442
I mean, I wouldn't make a habit of hanging off of it, but it's pretty sturdy. Are you worried about a heavy bike?
2200837
I have never needed to strap it down. But I guess you could. As long as it is centered, It is very stable. I have moved it around with the bike jacked with no problem.
332540
I ride with mine and it is very comfortable. I do sometimes not fasten the chest strap because it can "ride" up and get a little irritating. Hope this helps.
1633446
Yes I think so but I have not used it that way yet. I just went to my bike to see if I could strap it to the handlebars and I was able to. So I think it would work. It is really comfortable to wear on my arm and that is how I use it to date, but I too would like to be able to see the map while biking to avoid a wrong turn. An 8 mile route turned into 15 miles because I couldn't see it.
718518
I carry it around when we are walking. On a motorcycle the drawback would be how to attach it securely.
1660762
I have two answers. Yes, it would be strong enough because it has both some sticky adhesive type thing and a suction cup, but I would not trust it over time on your bike, that just makes me nervous.
984637
I ride bikes as well and I would not use this mounting mechanism on a bike. It works well on the protected inside windshield of a car. For a bike I would use a more secure mount.
672750
Define "Bike Ride". Even on the flat and calm ride I would not trust the grip by itself... I imagine a couple of small bumps could knock it loose. Search Amazon for "iphone bike mount" and you will probably find dozens of better options. Good luck!
1720899
I put mine on a mountain bike. I live on a sailboat and needed a good way to carry things back to the boat. mounting it was simple.
1748472
Not as it is. You would need to buy a pouch or create a pouch to strap to the bike so you could easily grab it if needed.Excellent product.Ed