The slanting base with aluminum stiffener gives the Solo Aero Wide more distance to the rear tire, without sacrificing volume. To attach it to your recumbent, simply slide it over the top of your seat. This works for recumbent hardshell seats with and without a head rest. A well drained bottle holder is mounted on the side. It is available in two widths, and this wide version fits seats like Azub, Optima, Nazca Sport and HP Velotechnik BodyLink seats, etc.
Which bag fits my bike or trike?
Waterproofness
Radical Design uses fabric that is fully waterproof. All seams are stitched though, which means that they may leak. The point is they build stuff to last and perform for a long time. Their bags outlast all welded waterproof bags. If you're expecting bad weather and you want to be sure to keep your gear waterproof, use a rain cover or use a plastic liner inside the bag.
Maintenance:
Radical Design products require very little maintenance. Keeping them clean and dry is about all you need to worry about. But after a trip there are several things to keep in mind:
- Zippers: keep the zippers as free as possible of sand, mud and dust. These will accelerate wear on the zippers. If you used your bag near the sea, the salty spray may oxidate the slider. To prevent this, rinse the bag with water afterwards.
- Coating: the coating is the most fragile part of the fabric. Please treat this with care and keep sharp objects away from it. The coating will dissolve in some chemicals, like nail-polish remover.
- Cleaning: after a trip clean your pannier or bag. Shaking it out to get rid of dirt and small furry animals is a good start. Before storing your pannier or bag, make sure it is thoroughly dry to prevent mildew. If the bag is very dirty, hose it off or place it in a bathtub with lukewarm water and a mild soap. Use a brush to attack stubborn dirt and rinse well afterwards. The dirt might otherwise accumulate and accelerate wear. Be sure again to completely dry the item before storing!
- Foam: the foam of our recumbent bags may deform when compressed for a long period of time. Therefore make sure the foam is always unfolded.
Radical Designs warranty is good but you will probably never need it. They build strong stuff! They warrant their products for 5 years after the day of purchase, against defects in materials and workmanship. This excludes damage due to normal wear and tear and incompetent handling. They will determine whether a defect is covered under warranty. If so, it is repaired or replaced, if not they can still repair it at a reasonable charge.
