Osprey Escapist Saddle Bag

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Summary of Reviews

We have read all expert and user reviews on the Osprey Escapist Saddle Bag. In summary, this is what cyclists think.

7 reasons to buy

  • Testers praise the Escapist Saddle Bag's robust and sturdy feel.
  • Reviewers appreciate the cradle mount, which allows riders to quickly install and remove the bag.
  • The bag remains secure in the cradle and stable over rough terrain, according to an expert.
  • The Escapist has a purge hole for releasing excess air to make the bag more compact.
  • A reviewer confirms that the Escapist is waterproof after testing it in heavy rain.
  • The cradle blocks some mud and debris from reaching the bag.
  • Osprey provides a lifetime warranty for the Escapist.

1 reasons not to buy

  • If the bag is partially loaded, it can wobble inside the mount while riding.

Bottom line

The Escapist is a series of bikepacking bags from Osprey. This is the 9L roll-top saddle bag. Experts praise the holster-style mount, which keeps a fully loaded bag secure on trails and offers hassle-free bag access. A partially loaded bag may wobble while riding. The bag is easy to pack, and an air purge hole compresses it for increased stability. It’s waterproof and performs well in heavy rain. Most competitors’ bags are already dropper-post-compatible, but this one requires an adapter. Nonetheless, experts believe that the Osprey Escapist saddle bag is a reliable option that provides decent value.
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Facts

Bag Type
Brand
Capacity
9 Liters
Water Resistance Level
Weight
0.35 lb
Color
Material
210D nylon

Expert Reviews

89/100 based on 2 rated expert reviews
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Off-Piste Magazine

Choosing the Best Bikepacking Bags – Seat Pack Reviews

It’s still big enough to take a lightweight tent or ultralight sleeping bag, plus a few miscellaneous clothing items. But 9 liters is a noticeably smaller volume than the other two packs.

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NZ Cycling Journal

Osprey Escapist Bikepacking Bags

… it’s perhaps not the most dropper-post-friendly bag on the market. That said, the Escapist saddle bag does its job well and is a valuable addition to any bikepacking trip.

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Omar Cai Salatissimo

Bikepacking Setup Trip to Rome – Osprey Escapist Bag [Italian]

You can see that it is made of super-resistant and waterproof nylon. [I exposed it to] liters and liters of water, and nothing got wet.

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User Ratings

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