Cyclite: ultralight bags designed for bikepacking and ultra-distance cycling
A German brand specializing in high-end bikepacking gear
Cyclite is a young German brand specializing in ultralight bikepacking equipment for gravel, road cycling, and ultra-distance events. Its philosophy is simple: to design carrying solutions that combine minimal weight, uncompromising functionality, and durability. Each bag is designed to carry the essentials while maintaining the bike's handling, even over long distances.
Why choose Cyclite bags?
The brand's bags feature technical materials, excellent stability, and a meticulous design to remain discreet, even when the terrain gets challenging.
Weight is what most users of the brand emphasize: in ultra-distance, every gram counts over hundreds of kilometers. Cyclite is one of the brands that push this quest for lightness very far: the most voluminous saddlebag in the range weighs only 356 g, while frame bags start from just 214 g. This approach allows you to carry your gear without weighing down the bike, while maintaining dynamic handling, better comfort, and more riding pleasure on long adventures.
A brand that makes perfect sense at Routes&Roads
At Routes&Roads, we share Cyclite's vision of bikepacking and cycling travel: going further with light, reliable equipment designed by cyclists, for cyclists. Developed and tested in the field, Cyclite bags meet the demands of gravel, ultra-distance, and self-supported adventures. This philosophy naturally explains their place in our selection.
The different Cyclite bags for bikepacking
The range of bikepacking bags and accessories designed by Cyclite comes in several size ranges. The brand regularly enriches its collection, notably with its new pink rush color already available at Routes&Roads. We have selected the most relevant models to accompany all your cycling adventures.
Cyclite saddlebags: maximize volume without a rack
Available in 0.5, 6, and 12.9 liters, Cyclite saddlebags allow you to adapt your carrying capacity to each adventure. Thanks to their stable attachment system, roll-top closure, and weather-resistant technical materials, they easily accommodate clothing, sleeping bags, or bivouac gear, while keeping your bike light, agile, and perfectly balanced.
Equip your bike with a Cyclite saddlebag
Cyclite frame bags: carry heavy items in the center of the bike
Available in several formats, from Nano size to Full Frame models, Cyclite frame bags optimize the available space in the bike's triangle. They are ideal for carrying heavier equipment, such as tools, an external battery, or a water bladder, while maintaining a low center of gravity for better stability on the road, gravel, or bikepacking.
Cyclite handlebar bags: gain volume for long adventures
Cyclite handlebar bags offer additional storage space while keeping the bike stable and maneuverable. Available in several formats, they allow you to easily carry a jacket, provisions, or light equipment, with quick access during exertion. They are suitable for gravel rides, bikepacking, and long cycling adventures.
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Other bags and accessories: keep essentials within reach
The Cyclite assortment has been developed to equip the bike from handlebar to saddle with main bags, but also more specific ones: top tube bags, ideal for keeping phone, provisions or external battery within reach, fork bags and their mounts to increase carrying capacity for the most ambitious trips.
View the entire Cyclite range at Routes&Roads
Specialized bags for bikepacking and ultra-distance
All bags are designed to be combined according to your needs, in order to create a more or less complete setup, suitable for a bikepacking weekend as well as a long self-supported adventure or ultra-distance races.
Choosing bags to start bikepacking
For a first bikepacking trip, a simple configuration is more than enough. Combine a SADDLE BAG SMALL / 02for your clothes and bivouac gear, a FRAME BAG / 02for tools and heavy items, then a TOP TUBE BAG MEDIUM or LARGE to keep your phone, provisions, and external battery within reach. This light and scalable combination provides an excellent base for discovering bikepacking.
For a light multi-day/week cycling trip
For a self-supported trip of several days or weeks, we recommend the following configuration:
- Saddlebag: clothes and bivouac gear
- Frame bag: tools, battery, water bladder, and heavy equipment
- Handlebar bag: rain jacket, tent
- Fork bag x2 with mounts: food, stove, or additional equipment
- Top tube frame bag: phone, external battery, and daily essentials
- Food pouch: water bottle, provisions, and accessories within reach
This configuration effectively distributes weight on the bike and allows you to carry everything needed for self-supported travel, without a rack and maintaining stable handling on both road and trails.
More tips in this article: Which bags to choose for bikepacking?
Lightweight configuration for ultra-distance
For fast rides, ultra-distance events, or a first bikepacking trip, the Touring Set is an excellent base. It combines a SADDLE BAG SMALL / 02, a FRAME BAG / 02, a TOP TUBE BAG / 03, and a HANDLE BAR AERO BAG / 02, a compact set of 16.8 liters offering an excellent compromise between capacity, lightness, and performance.
How to choose a Cyclite bag?
A complete set of Cyclite bags weighs only 667 grams (saddlebag, frame bag, top tube, and handlebar bag). It's the perfect brand for those looking for ultralight equipment. Here are some tips for choosing your next bag (or set)
What capacity to choose?
The right volume primarily depends on your practice and the duration of your adventure. For a few-day trip, a compact configuration is sufficient, while a self-supported trip will require several bags to efficiently distribute gear on the bike.
Are Cyclite bags waterproof?
One of their strengths is their weather resistance in real outdoor conditions. Cyclite bags are made from technical and durable materials, with coated fabrics and welded seams. Furthermore, users particularly highlight the waterproofness and durability of these models.
Can I ride without a rack?
Cyclite bags are designed to attach directly to the frame, saddle, handlebars, or fork. This configuration allows for light travel, maintaining a maneuverable bike, and avoiding the installation of a rack.
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Advice from bikepacking specialists
At Routes&Roads, we select and test all the equipment we distribute. We guide you in choosing the most suitable models, volumes, and configuration for your practice, from your first bikepacking weekend to self-supported trips.
Try your bags directly on your bike
The choice of a bag also depends on your bike and your riding position. In our Parisian store, you can try different Cyclite models directly on your bike to check compatibility, volumes, and bulk before your departure.
An expert selection of Cyclite bags in-store and online
Find a selection of Cyclite bags and accessories for gravel, bikepacking, cycling travel, and ultra-distance at Routes&Roads. Order online or visit us in-store for personalized advice and to find the right equipment for your next adventures.
