The DIY bikepacking carry strap you didn't know you needed! Cheap and easy.

Published 2022-12-19
This DIY bikepacking lifting strap is simple and cheap and trust me, it's one of those little things that makes your life easier. Once you try this, you'll wonder why you didn't do it sooner!! :)

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All Comments (21)
  • @kacpass
    Great video as always! Interested in the strap for sure.
  • Finally, someone highlighted these straps! I've been using these for years from my moto-camping days. Just a double-looped-end soft strap with lots of functions! I wrapped mine in Paracord, which also comes in handy in an emergency. Plus, Paracord is water and UV resistant and will last for many years outdoors (3 years outdoors in Phoenix sun holding up my sun sails). Thanks! Ho-Ho-Ho!
  • @WheelsonaBike
    Amazing! I've never thought of a solution like this. I tour and my bike always has loaded panniers on it, so lifting is an issue. This would work like a charm! Thank you.
  • Hey Jaco…cool simple idea…I can use this for my next Caldera attempt…still planning on a visit..will be in contact…ride on Brudda
  • @thecappy
    When I first watched your older video I did it for my trip. The baggage handler on the train actually thanked me. It was a train back from D.C. to Pittsburgh after the GAP, C&O trail.
  • My husband would like to buy a strap. We both love your videos. We missed you.
  • I use the foam handle and webbing off those exercise elastic resistance bands, gives a nice comfortable grip. A bit of sewing and some velcro aka yours and 'jobs a goodun".
  • @gerard7829
    I’d happily purchase a couple lifting straps!
  • Awesome idea! I think I should have some webbing flying around and will try to make one myself. Thank you a lot for sharing :)
  • @AbMtnGuy
    Hi Alan, always enjoy your content and delivery. Bikepackers Foundry (my adult daughter Sara) has been making BikeHandles for several years. In the Specialty and Custom items section of her web store. Cheers ... Guy
  • Try key words like brompton carry strap or handle. There are bunch of. Some less suitable for bike packing but some really sturdy stuff.
  • Hand back stitch with some snarled fishing line. Made some repairs to some of mu kit and just... you aren't going to tear the stitching.
  • @srileo
    Really like you r style
  • @sylv_ain
    Awesome! Please patent these, add a dirtyteeth logo to it and start selling them online. Don't let anybody else beat you to it!