Journal

The Radavist: Inside / Out at Outer Shell in San Francisco

Spencer did an awesome piece on the birthplace of Outer Shell. Check it out here:http://theradavist.com/2017/08/inside-out-at-outer-shell-in-san-francisco-spencer-harding/#1

MTB Stuff Sack Harness

This is a tutorial showing how to secure the Stuff Sack Harness for a bombproof mountain bike setup. The trick is to find the right size stuff sack so that it will rest on your suspension fork (may...

Amigos De Los Padres

The Route: 153 mi, 14740' elevation gain, 70% dirt roads, 10% paved roads, 20% singletrack/no-trail/hike-a-bike. 2-3 days total with one resupply about half way through.

VIDEO: New Drawcord Handlebar Bag is Magic

This is the only handlebar bag that can be used with or without a stuff sack (same bag for both day rides and camping rides)! New features include side pockets and a removable cord that hooks over ...

VIDEO: Stem Caddy Demo

The Stem Caddy features a unique drawcord lock system that opens and closes with one hand while riding. Easy access where you need it. Check out the video for a demo!

Bike Camping at Lake Skenonto, Harriman State Park, NY

Don and friends ride out of dense city life to a peaceful retreat 50 miles north of NYC.

NYC to the Appalachian Trail

It's been a while since I've done a multi day bike camping trip. A few emails between my good buddies/teammate, Seth and Dave, and we were off on a nice long weekend adventure. The plan was to ma...

VIDEO: New Rack Bag Can Do it All!

Buy Here!Designed like a Rando bag, but sized for a Porteur rack, this bag has the best of both worlds! Randonneuring is a cycling discipline where you ride a long distance in minimal time with lit...

Point Reyes Overnighter - The Dirty Way

I rarely get on the north side of Mt. Tam so I put this route together to ride trails over the mountain and into Pt. Reyes National Seashore!

Leave No Trace Giveaway!

Two days ago my water bottle cage broke off my fork on the trail above. In an effort to Leave No Trace, I'm offering a FREE SADDLEBAG to anyone that can recover my Fresh Air Hunter water bottle on ...

Updated Pannier Backpack

New pannier backpacks have some refined details like buckled compression straps and an X-Pac liner. This one in Dark Royal Blue was custom ordered with interior pockets and a reflective strip. Chec...

Camera Strap Setup

Photo instructable on how to setup your Outer Shell camera strap

Fabric Swatches (Digital)

Just added some photos to the bottom of my shop page so you can see what the different fabrics look like.

Saddlebag Demo

Quick demo of our saddlebag. Rolltop closure means it can be big or small...and this thing can get really big! Its also super stable thanks to the front anchor loop and has great thigh clearance.

Point and Shoot Camera Case

This case is custom fitted to a customer's beloved Contax T2 camera and includes a belt loop, per request. It features a Cordura outer, nylon lining and a taped zipper (all water resistant).

Pannier Backpack

Finally, a pannier backpack that doesn't have hardware digging in your back. We love rolltop bags because 'one size fits all'. This bag can be really big or pretty small. Front daisy chains are ava...

Shorty Rucksack

Custom Rucksack with a short torso in cute fashion. The cord locks can lock into the open position until you need them! Similar to the larger version except with a few varieties:

Pannier Hardware Info

All our panniers use an ultra-rugged attachment system made by Arkel. These things have sturdy aluminum rails and little brake pads that open and close onto the rack. Personally tested and approved...

Rucksack

One interpretation of the perfect daily bag. Tailored to torso length like a backpacking bag but small enough to avoid a waist strap. Single front mesh pocket has plenty of stretch and volume. It i...

Seatpack and Pannier Backpack Set in Black

Sweet setup broken in and on the trail. This Sycip was outfitted with Outer Shell Pannier Backpacks, and an Outer Shell Seatpack with a Carradice Bagman Expedition rack. Fully coated Cordura with m...