Group test: Brompton commuter bags
Brompton folding bikes are a popular choice for day-to-day transport; adding a dedicated front bag makes them even more practical.
Cycle magazine Editor Dan Joyce reviews four good ones. Bromptons work best for everyday urban journeys, such as the station-to-office commute.
Luggage is a given in such situations, and a dedicated Brompton front bag is the best way to carry it.
You won’t sweat or ache like you might with a backpack, and having the weight over the front wheel helps stabilise the low-trail steering.
Brompton front bags clip onto the head-tube-mounted Front Carrier Block (£19) that most models are sold with. This is rated for loads up to 10kg.
Author's summary: Brompton front bags enhance urban commuting.