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High quality weatherproof bike bags, thoughtfully designed.
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[H2] MAGIC TOTE

Elegance meets Technical
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[H2] AUTUMN DUCK CAMO

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ROAD RIDING

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Drawcord Handlebar Bag

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Drawcord Handlebar Bag

$130.00

Half Frame Bag

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Half Frame Bag

$110.00

Stem Caddy

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Stem Caddy

$60.00

Top Tube Bag

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Top Tube Bag

$75.00

Mini Saddlebag

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Mini Saddlebag

$45.00

Mini Bar Bag

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Mini Bar Bag

$65.00

[H2] Lifetime Warranty

Quality materials and craftsmanship are guaranteed. If you find a manufacturing defect, we’ll make it right.

[H2] Made in the USA

Each product is handcrafted in our San Francisco shop by people who care. We design it here, we ride it here, and we make it here. It’s the secret behind functional bags that last the test of time.

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Drawcord Handlebar Bag

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[H3] Drawcord Handlebar Bag

Drawcord Handlebar Bag

$130.00

Top Tube Bag

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Top Tube Bag

$75.00

Rolltop Saddlebag

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Rolltop Saddlebag

$50.00

Mini Bar Bag

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Mini Bar Bag

$65.00

Stem Caddy

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Stem Caddy

$60.00

Mini Saddlebag

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Mini Saddlebag

$45.00

Half Frame Bag

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Half Frame Bag

$110.00

Everyday Tote

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Everyday Tote

$185.00

Magic Tote

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Magic Tote

$135.00

Magic Musette

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Magic Musette

$45.00

Mega Bar Bag

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Mega Bar Bag

$285.00

137 Basket Bag

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137 Basket Bag

$190.00

Rack Bag

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Rack Bag

$240.00

Seatpack

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Seatpack

$155.00

Handlebar Harness

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Handlebar Harness

$95.00

Psych Cactus Bottle

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Psych Cactus Bottle

$19.50

Wild Mushrooms Bottle

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Wild Mushrooms Bottle

$15.50

Oval Dry Bag

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Oval Dry Bag

$39.95

Logo Voilé Strap

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Handlebar Spacer Blocks (pair)

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Handlebar Spacer Blocks (pair)

$16.00

Foam Spacer Kit

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Foam Spacer Kit

$12.00

Shoulder Strap

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Shoulder Strap

$8.00

Shoulder Strap (wide)

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Shoulder Strap (wide)

$15.00

Basket / Rack Bag Dividers (pair)

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Basket / Rack Bag Dividers (pair)

$15.00

Mini Stabilizer Cord

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Mini Stabilizer Cord

$12.00

6" Nano Voilé Strap (ea.)

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6" Nano Voilé Strap (ea.)

$5.50

Rubber Backed Velcro Strap (ea.)

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Rubber Backed Velcro Strap (ea.)

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Cam Buckle Strap (ea.)

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Cam Buckle Strap (ea.)

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Cargo Hook

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Gift Card

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Gift Card

$25.00

Sticker Pack

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[H3] THIS IS OUTER SHELL

We are inspired by cycling and make bags for traveling. Whether it’s for one hour or one year, the spontaneity of a plan can be necessary and/or rewarding. That's why most of the bags can expand to higher volumes and adapt to different situations. Founded in 2015, Outer Shell focuses on the highest quality gear with function forward design, backcountry security and minimalist style. We design for versatility, durability and repairability, using fewer seams, replaceable parts, and weatherproof construction. When you only have the few things you can bring on a trip, they should be simple and reliable companions. Each product is handcrafted in our San Francisco shop by people who care. We design it here, we ride it here, and we make it here. It’s the secret behind functional bags that last the test of time, guaranteed with a lifetime warranty.In chemistry and physics, the 'outer shell' is an orbit around an atom's nucleus. The electrons in this shell determine how the atom behaves in chemical reactions and, as a result, represents the unity of all objects and events. We encourage users to explore the environment that they are, not just deeply connected to, but wholly a part of. 'Outer Shell' embodies our quest towards spiritual harmony with ourselves, nature and other travelers.

[H3] MADE IN THE USA

All our products are made in-house at our own shop and built better because of it. Being close to the process means we make sure things are made the way we want and we design for how they’re made too. Durability is designed into the manufacturing procedure and we can adapt quickly to make improvements.It’s not only higher quality. It’s more sustainable and better for our local communities as well. Since we don’t have to pay factory owners a cut, we pass those savings on to our employees. They get better wages and better working conditions.

[H3] LIFETIME WARRANTY

Quality materials and craftsmanship are guaranteed. If you find a manufacturing defect, we’ll make it right.
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[H3] RECYCLED FABRICS - NO PFCs, NO VOCs

Partnering with Challenge Sailcloth for the past few years, we’re proud to bring you fabrics made entirely of recycled plastics. Our standard fabric is from the Recycled Bag Cloth (RBC) line. The water wicking surface coating is also non-toxic (no PFCs). For the ECOPAK line, it has a waterproof backing that’s the first of its kind - made of recycled plastic and laminated with a proprietary, non-toxic adhesive (no VOCs)!

[H2] Meet the Team

[H3] Kyle, Founder & Product Design Lead

When I grew up in Los Angeles, if you were a biker, you were almost immediately a friend. That’s because bike culture was so marginalized in the car dominated city. I remember going to Critical Mass 20 years ago and seeing so many different people, age groups, and walks of life brought together. Now I feel like there are so many cliques and subcultures that don’t integrate in our community. I believe bicycles have a great power to unite and I hope our company can be a unifier of bike cultures. The bags are meant to adaptable, not hyper-specific or proprietary like some other companies are trending towards. Mountain bikers, road bikers, and commuters shouldn’t exist as separate markets. They should be recognized as people with much more similarities than differences. I’m really proud to see our customers come together that otherwise wouldn’t have, just because they’re fans of our gear.When I started making bags, my intention wasn’t to sell them. It was to use them. I got into bicycle touring about ten years ago and started making bags because it was the only way I could afford them. Wilderness bicycle camping wasn’t as popular back then, and the term ‘bikepacking’ didn’t even exist, so to make touring bags work with mountain bikes, you had to get creative. I had some design ideas that weren’t available at the time and I wanted these specific designs with me in the wild. That was my inspiration, not sales or quotas or making a living. I hope my inspiration always comes from adventures and the love for being outdoors. What matters most to me is the experience of getting outside and enabling others to do so.

[H3] Jim, Co-Owner & Business Operations

I started commuting to school by bike in 4th grade, and rolling on 2 wheels has been a foundational passion of mine ever since. Add in a heaping scoop of curiosity with all things mechanical/electronic/intricately-designed, a childhood library comprised of encyclopedias and look-what's-inside books, and you have a solid recipe for a lifelong autodidact.Like many Silicon Valley locals, I worked in big-tech (sales ops) for nearly a decade after college, but my focus honed in on more creative entrepreneurial endeavors that interplayed with my personal interests. After a few years competing with Kyle under a solo label, we joined forces in 2018 and forged ahead into a new phase of growth for Outer Shell.When I started making bags, my intention wasn’t to sell them. It was to use them. I got into bicycle touring about ten years ago and started making bags because it was the only way I could afford them. Wilderness bicycle camping wasn’t as popular back then, and the term ‘bikepacking’ didn’t even exist, so to make touring bags work with mountain bikes, you had to get creative. I had some design ideas that weren’t available at the time and I wanted these specific designs with me in the wild. That was my inspiration, not sales or quotas or making a living. I hope my inspiration always comes from adventures and the love for being outdoors. What matters most to me is the experience of getting outside and enabling others to do so.

[H3] Xin, Head of Production

I joined Outer Shell in 2017 and bring 30 years of textiles manufacturing experience in fashion and apparel. I started as an assembly line sewer in a sewing factory but eventually graduated to become a sample maker - working with designers to help make their ideas tangible. Handling heavy duty fabrics is a lot different than making clothes but I teamed up with Kyle to learn the ways of bag making pretty quickly. Now I advise him on manufacturing procedures and construction methods. I’m happy to have a change of pace from the typical factory setting that usually demands low cost, high speed labor. It’s nice to slow down and focus more on quality, but I still know how to get all these bags made efficiently!

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Drawcord Handlebar Bag

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Drawcord Handlebar Bag

$130.00

Half Frame Bag

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Half Frame Bag

$110.00

Stem Caddy

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Stem Caddy

$60.00

Top Tube Bag

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Top Tube Bag

$75.00

Mini Saddlebag

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$45.00

Mini Bar Bag

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[H2] Warranty / Repairs

[H3] QUALITY GAURANTEED
Real people make our products so sometimes there can be small manufacturing errors. Not to worry, all Outer Shell products come with a lifetime warranty against defects in workmanship and materials. If you find some loose stitches or a blemish in the fabric, we’ll repair or replace it for free - even years later!Damage due to wear and tear, accident, improper use, or the natural breakdown of materials over time is not covered, BUT...

[H3] WE'LL STILL FIX IT
Sometimes we crash and break a buckle. Sometimes zippers get gummed up with dirt. Sometimes we just put our gear through the wringer and it wears out. Nothing lasts forever, but we can replace buckles. We can repair zippers. We can patch holes. We can breathe new life into your well loved Outer Shell gear and keep it out of the landfill. Non-warranty repairs are gladly accepted. We will assess the damage and send you a price based on parts, labor, and shipping costs.