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Wolfman Expedition Saddle Bags
By: Rusty Shovel Date: May 27, 2014, 11:33 pm
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I sold my last set of Expedition Saddle Bags with my last bike.
After learning that Wolfman is no longer making custom racks for
their bags I considered other saddlebag makers, but ended up
with another set of the Wolfman Bags.
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I couldn't find anything that did everything the Expeditions do.
They are:
1. Light
2. durable
3. Waterproof (not just weather resistant--you could use them as
a PFD and your belongings would still be dry)
4. Easily attached/removed
5. Big enough, without being obnoxious
6. Freaky tough. Seriously, I've never ever heard of one of
these things ripping. I've had several "get-offs" with these
bags attached to my WRR without an issue. I even had this bag
kicked by a bull moose (but that's a story for another time).
7. Safer than hard panniers
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Funny thing, I almost didn't get them because I was annoyed that
they stopped making their own racks. Now, I'm GLAD they stopped
making their own racks. Not only is the Touratech rack higher
quality, the new method of attaching the bags to the rack is
actually quicker and easier than the old straps.
Wolfman was left in a lurch when its rack supplier decided to
stop making racks. As a result, Wolfman was forced to further
polish an already great product. I can honestly say that the
new "universal" strap system is superior to the old metal loops
on their old racks.
I know I sound like I'm sponsored. I'm not. I'm just a fan.
Some unsolicited advice:
* Sure, moisture can't get in, but it can get out either. Throw
in some smelly socks and a moist towel...by the end of the day
you'll have a pretty nasty stew brewing in there. Solution?
Affix wet or sweaty items to the top rack until they are totally
dry. Pack smelly items in their own airtight containers. When
not in use, store the saddle bags opened. And lastly, throw a
few dryer sheets in the bottom of each bag and replace them as
necessary. **An interesting side note, the bag I use on the top
rack is constructed of HyVent. It is completely watertight, yet
allows water vapor to escape the bag. This is awesome, but not
as durable.
* The Bags are a bit "strappy." While there's a bit of a
learning curve, I've found that I now appreciate how much I can
batten these down or expand them as needs dictate.
* Don't get the black ones. Sure, they match the bike better.
But they get too hot. And even more importantly, they are
impossible to find anything in! The yellow bags allow a bit of
light through, making finding odds and ends easier. A dark
black bag is literally a black hole. Yes, I too wish they made
orange or white ones.
* Organization is key. This are just two big bags. There is no
compartmentalization inside. Get little mesh bags so you can
group items logically. Toiletries, Fire Starting, tools, Rain
Gear, Clean clothes, etc. These will not only make finding
things less frustrating, if you use compression sacks for items
like clothes and rain gear, it'll help you manage limited space
as well.
* Be careful with sharp things. Keep tools and the like in
their own cordura bag to limit the possibility of a bummer.
Here's some more shots:
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Re: Wolfman Expedition Saddle Bags
By: GSP Date: May 28, 2014, 8:33 am
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Where did you purchase the ass pad?
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Re: Wolfman Expedition Saddle Bags
By: Rusty Shovel Date: May 28, 2014, 10:32 am
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[quote author=GSP link=topic=240.msg1114#msg1114
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Where did you purchase the ass pad?
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Revzilla. It's an AirHawk2. If I were to do it over, I'd spend
the extra dough on the original AirHawk. The AirHawk2 has
literally saved my ass. The original uses a neoprene bladder
instead of a non-flexing one. I'll bet the neoprene is even
more comfortable.
In fact, I think I'll order that today.
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Re: Wolfman Expedition Saddle Bags
By: Tmblwd Date: June 17, 2014, 9:12 am
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I see a picture of Walkers Point, Pres Bush's house, I have a
house about a mile away (inland of course !)
I like the luggage setup how long does it take to remove
5minutes?
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Re: Wolfman Expedition Saddle Bags
By: Rusty Shovel Date: June 17, 2014, 5:31 pm
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[quote author=Tmblwd link=topic=240.msg1253#msg1253
date=1403014335]
I like the luggage setup how long does it take to remove
5minutes?
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Once you get practiced, it's about four minutes on, one minute
off.
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