In 2023, I spent more than 8 months camping and cycling across the U.S. and Canada. Deciding to freelance during my journey, I used my BV500 BearVault canister as a makeshift writing desk. (Who doesn’t love a writing desk that doubles as a snack holder!)
The bear canister served its purpose well but was challenging to fit on my bike. Initially trying to stuff it in a pannier, I found it awkward. Using random straps to tie it to my handlebars proved harder and even more unwieldy.
After extensive experimentation, I finally acquired a Revelate Designs Handlebar Harness. This harness turned out to be the perfect solution for packing the bear canister and additional items I carried later. It was sturdy, secure, and user-friendly, enduring over 3,000 miles along the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route with me.
In summary: The Revelate Designs Handlebar Harness is a reliable, adaptable harness capable of transporting various gear over challenging terrain. It excels at bikepacking with a bear canister. Whether biking for hours or months, this harness is the only one you’ll need for your handlebars.
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Harness width
12″ -
Weight
15 oz. -
Volume
Maximum drybag capacity is 1220 in³ / 20 L -
Materials
EVA composite -
Weight limit
15 lbs.
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Compatible with flat or drop bars -
Highly versatile -
Durable and dependable -
Convenient access to carried items -
Higher weight limit compared to other harnesses
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Not compatible with cantilever or road style front brakes with vertically exposed cables -
Does not include a dry sack -
Low position may not work for all bike setups (hangs 1.5″ below the handlebars)
Revelate Designs Overview
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