Fresh Goods Sunday - Xlab Rocket Pocket & XL top tube bags

I have used both of these frame bags for many years and are excellent value for money. The zip is not the best on one of them as some grit got stuck and bent some of the zips teeth but apart from that they have not gone wrong. I found these on CRC sale page one day by accident and was not looking for more bags but could not resist, always handy to have a couple of spares just in case! I bought one normal size and one XL size and both in red for a change to the normal black. The rrp has crept up over the years with the xl up to £30 rrp and the normal size rrp up to £25. The zelcro straps are fixed so cannot be moved but are long enough to go around any of my top tubes and steerer's and can cut down if required. They still have the small inner pocket on the left side as well. I tend to carry just my camera and co2 inflator + gas canister in the normal size. The XL I use for a lock and energy bar as well. After a few years of use they can go soft and loose there shape slightly compared to Alpkit ones but then you are paying three times the price for Alpkit gear. Xlab products also come with a three year guarantee as well.
I paid £9.36 for the standard size and £10.30 for the XL size inc p&p.

Manufacturers blurb -
The Xlab Rocket Pocket is a top tube mounted bag that's perfect for carrying energy food and other small items.

XLab Rocket Pocket XL Frame Bag

• Ironman world championship winning bag by Pete Jacobs!
• Quick access to nutrition with a super-slide zipper
• Keep tablets or pills separate with the handy inside pocket
• Rubberized bottom keeps the bag in its place
• Holds a whopping 2 bars and 4 gels.

More Aerodynamic

• Actually reduces drag caused by stem and headset spacers.
• Same width as head tube (Standard size bag), therefore no increase in frontal area.
• 72 degree front fits tight up against stem.
• Tapered aero design profile.
• Super smooth low skin friction exterior reduces drag.

Non Sway Design

• Non slip surfaces underneath and on front of bag grip top tube and back of stem.
• Extra-long front straps allow bag to be attached to bikes with cables entering the top tube behind the headset.

Easier to Use

• Located within easy reach while riding.
• Non slip rubber zipper pull.
• One handed Super-Slide zipper

Smart Storage

• Can be mounted behind stem or seat post.
• Silver coloured interior makes it easier to see contents.
• Stretch mesh pocket in contrasting red colour for cell phone, salt tablets, cash or other small items.
• Can store the longest energy bars.

Contents Stay Cooler

• Insulated sides keep your nutrition cooler.
• Silver interior helps reflect heat away

Dimensions

• 7”(18cm)L x 3.9”(10cm) x 2”(51cm)W.

Material

• Proprietary low skin friction woven material.
• Red stretch interior mesh.
• Reflective silver lining.
• Proprietary insulation material.
• Anti-slip base.
• High stitch count embroidery.

Volume

• 36 cu.ins (580 c.cm)

Weight

• 59 grams

Warranty

• 3 Year Limited Warranty.

XLab Rocket Pocket Frame Bag

• Upgrade your box stem bag with an airfoil shaped one!
• Can easily hold a bar and 4 gels

Dimensions

• 6.3”(16cm)L x 3.3” (8.4cm)H x 1.5” (3.8cm)W.

Material

• Proprietary low skin friction woven material.
• Red stretch interior mesh.
• Reflective silver lining.
• Proprietary insulation material.
• Anti-slip base.
• High stitch count embroidery.

Volume

• 22 cu.in (354 cc).

Weight

• 48g.

Warranty

• 3 Year Limited Warranty.