I just converted my drop bars to moloko tryng to get my kona rove to handle better. Rode a bridge club today very comfy.27.5... 2.6 tires, it would go anywhere you point it. I'd have to get over big top speeds it just plods along rolling over anything in its path.. the search for the perfect bike continues, probably never ends. Not sold on the adjunct.
I'm lucky, I just want to plod along and roll over everything so the Ogre is not far off perfect for me. Could be a bit lighter but I'll not complain. I wouldn't bother with the adjunct. It's ok for a wallet and phone but I haven't used mine for ages. I just use the Egress all the time now.
Hi Jethro. I am a new subscriber. I like bicycle touring (not bikepacking, I love my old 'normal Dutch bicycle' with racks and panniers). So I watch the videos of several long distant touring people on UA-cam. Maybe your tours are not as spectacular as some others, but your talks are the best!
Thank you. I'm glad you like the videos. I actually think that the less spectacular tours need more credit. Most people don't have the chance (or the inclination) to cross the Andes or the Sahara or something like that. The West coast of Denmark or just a loop around your local woods might not be as epic or look as good on film but the satisfaction and the sense of adventure are just as real. If I could get one message over on this channel it would be that anywhere in earth is beautiful if you just take the time to look at it with the right eyes. And it definitely doesn't matter what bicycle you do it on. The important thing is to just get out and explore 😃 Thanks for watching. I hope to get some more videos out very soon.
Glad it was useful. If you are in the market for a bag to fit Moloko bars then check out my Egress Pocket review too ua-cam.com/video/FF6A_tylQ_s/v-deo.html This is what I use these days and it great!
Thanx for the review! I got a bit curious about how you have mounted the rolltop bag under the handlebar. I liked how it got close to the bike and not seemed to interfere with the brake and shift cables. //Robert
The roll top (Egress pocket) attaches direct to the bars with velcro straps OR clips natively to the RD Sweetroll. After much use I've decided that the best way to mount it when not using the sweetroll is to hang it inside the loop of the Molokos, connected to the frontmost bar, facing back. This means it hangs pretty straight and inclines towards you for easy access. I did a review of that as well but I hadn't realised this configuration at the time so ignore my points about hanging it in the loop :: ua-cam.com/video/FF6A_tylQ_s/v-deo.htmlsi=uTzDVlSPuYmR9xHD
Glad you found it useful. Have you seen my review of the Revelate Designs Egress Pocket? I'd say that is a much better bag than the Adjunct - bigger, waterproof, easier to use on the move.
@@JethroJessop yes I did check it out. Looks very handy indeed. Will probably go with the Egress. Good size and very accessible. Watched a few of your vids now . The ride local struck a chord. Keep up the good work mate.
@@migaloo70 thank you. It's always nice when people pick out the non-review videos. The rambling ride philosophy is the most fun to make but they don't pull in the views the way a gear review seems too. But I'll keep making them for sure 🙂
Very helpful review, also enjoyed the one on the Revelate Designs Egress. I'm looking at the Moloko bars and I already have an Egress so I'll probably just stick with that if I get the bars and forego the Adjunct. Glad I found your channel!
Thanks, glad you like the vids and that they were helpful. I'd definitely go Egress over Adjunct any day. Someone recently commented about hanging it in the bar loop backwards so that it hangs open. I have tried this and it does work though it is a bit messy, especially if you have lights and what not mounted to the bar as well. A great bag though all in all. Cheers for watching!
Good video. I've been contemplating the Moloko bar and the surly bag, but the bag does seem small. I'm flat earth and anti vax so if you have any questions just let me know.
If you get the Moloko and want a bigger bag, then check out the RD Egress. That's what I use now and its great! ua-cam.com/video/FF6A_tylQ_s/v-deo.html On the other stuff, I would genuinely love to sit down with a true holder of those opinions and chew it all over but I suspect the UA-cam comments are not a good forum - too easy to misinterpret responses
That's just perfect for all of them tasty pastries you like to devour as rewards of rigorous pedaling. Being addicted to pockets and pouches can't really blame anyone for choosing one of their liking. Cheap or expensive, one thing's for sure, you never ever going to have enough of them ☝️
Very true! I don't have many vices in life but collecting bike bits probably comes closest. Bags, pockets and tools. Love 'em! Just need to get away for some actual cycling now
Looks like it would make a good rack-top bag for the back too. I always use at least a rear rack so I can carry panniers on long trips. I'm trying out a front platform rack this year too, loving it so far. Long trips are on hold though of course... Good luck with your channel I hope it keeps growing well!
I guess it could go on the back but you could probably get something cheaper and bigger for that job. I intended to go full bikepack but pretty soon I put that rear rack and mini panniers back on. Dunno if it will always stay but I do like the ease of access and the volume of panniers.
Very useful video Jethro because I wanted to to find out if a handlebar roll could be fitted to the Moloko bars. I have the Ortlieb version and can get my full sleep setup in it. This is great to see.
The RD I have had an optional set of attachments for mounting on Jones Loop bars that I believe also works for the Moloko. I've always meant to try it out but never got round to it so far and the standard approach works fine for me.
Thanks for watching. I really like the Moloko, super comfy and loads of space for attaching stuff I used to get really bad wrist pain on longer rides but now I can ride all day with no problems. I've got the Ergon GP1 grips on there and it is luxury 😉
Looks a good little bag along the lines of what id like . Ive just bought sonder confucius bars for one of my bikes love the bars but i couldnt justify the ££ for the alpkit bag that fits it . Thinking along the lines of a molle pouch or i might try making one so it fits perfect 🤔.
I'd love to get into making my own gear. I'm a longtime lurker on the r/myog subreddit and you see quite a lot of bikepacking gear on there but it is just another hobby that I don't have time to get into. I have pretty much ditched the Adjunct now in favour of the RD Egress (check my video of that if you haven't already seen it) which pretty much does everything I want.
It would be perfect for feathers but it will only really fit on bars with a loop. For standard designed ones you'd need to look for another style I think
£60 for a little bag. Sharp intake of breath. But I suppose it is made to fit the handle bars. I enjoy watching the videos as someone coming back to cycling. Bought an old mountain bike off ebay for £10 and have been flying up and down the roads again. Keep up the good work.
Glad you enjoyed the videos. It is pretty pricey but I'm hoping I've set myself with kit that will probably last longer than I do. There is endless opportunity to spend crazy money on gear when you get into cycling if that is what you like. I am a sucker for for this stuff but then I rode with the Lidl bags for a good while and they were absolutely fine so it can definitely be done cheaper.
I haven't. Is that the one with the webbing sling on the front? (I'm just doing some googling) I'm pretty settled on my Revelate kit up front these days and I'm hoping it will be a good long while yet before I have to start looking at possible alternatives.
@@kevindean9613 I feel that pain believe me. I even did a video on the exact subject a while back 😉 I'm always trying to remind myself that owning the gear does not equal doing the thing One day I'll learn 😉
I've just done a video that will go live next week where I talk a bit about my bike in general. I mention the bars in there but until then... they are really good. I chose them because I used to get really sore wrists riding my old MTB bars and I wanted the optional hand positions but actually the geometry and the sweep is just right for me and I can ride for ages just in the main position without any problem. I rarely move to the horns in practice and all the extra space gets mostly used to strap bags and stuff to. I've heard some people saying they are too heavy but weight isn't much of a consideration for me when buying kit so I have no complaints.
@@JethroJessop now THAT helps, Jethro. My new Surly Troll is mounted with the Molokos and I am wondering how well they will work for me. Thanks from across the puddle in Maine!
@@Wayondon very glad I was helpful. I'm still very pleased with the moloko - with my Ogre in general in fact. Check my video on the RD Egress Pocket if you want a more spacious bit of luggage that works nicely with the moloko
Thanks, it's not really taking off in any earth shattering way but it's all good fun :) More vids in the new year and you your support is greatly appreciated.
You have a problem with flat earthers or anti vaxxers!!??.... Just kidding haha, although I like the Discworld book series a lot but that is something different hehe
"It doesn't claim to be waterproof I don't think." "There is a slit that goes all the way out." Yeah man pretty sure it's not waterproof when there is a giant hole. 😂😂
Yeah, and to be honest I've kind of stopped using it as well. It is just so small and shallow it only really comes out on little afternoon loops when I need to stash a couple of cereal bars and not much else. I got a Revelate Designs Egress which is much more useful as a grab pocket though no less pricey - that's $ikepacking for you :)
Jethro Jessop I would like something I can put my cell phone, wallet and keys in when I ride. I don't really bikepack, just looking for extra space. The underseat bags that I have are way too small for those three items. I like the Jones bag but I don't like the $64 price tag.
I just converted my drop bars to moloko tryng to get my kona rove to handle better. Rode a bridge club today very comfy.27.5... 2.6 tires, it would go anywhere you point it. I'd have to get over big top speeds it just plods along rolling over anything in its path.. the search for the perfect bike continues, probably never ends. Not sold on the adjunct.
I'm lucky, I just want to plod along and roll over everything so the Ogre is not far off perfect for me. Could be a bit lighter but I'll not complain.
I wouldn't bother with the adjunct. It's ok for a wallet and phone but I haven't used mine for ages. I just use the Egress all the time now.
Hi Jethro. I am a new subscriber. I like bicycle touring (not bikepacking, I love my old 'normal Dutch bicycle' with racks and panniers). So I watch the videos of several long distant touring people on UA-cam. Maybe your tours are not as spectacular as some others, but your talks are the best!
Thank you. I'm glad you like the videos. I actually think that the less spectacular tours need more credit. Most people don't have the chance (or the inclination) to cross the Andes or the Sahara or something like that.
The West coast of Denmark or just a loop around your local woods might not be as epic or look as good on film but the satisfaction and the sense of adventure are just as real.
If I could get one message over on this channel it would be that anywhere in earth is beautiful if you just take the time to look at it with the right eyes.
And it definitely doesn't matter what bicycle you do it on. The important thing is to just get out and explore 😃
Thanks for watching. I hope to get some more videos out very soon.
Good solid, fair review! Thanks.
Glad it was useful. If you are in the market for a bag to fit Moloko bars then check out my Egress Pocket review too
ua-cam.com/video/FF6A_tylQ_s/v-deo.html
This is what I use these days and it great!
Thanx for the review! I got a bit curious about how you have mounted the rolltop bag under the handlebar. I liked how it got close to the bike and not seemed to interfere with the brake and shift cables.
//Robert
The roll top (Egress pocket) attaches direct to the bars with velcro straps OR clips natively to the RD Sweetroll.
After much use I've decided that the best way to mount it when not using the sweetroll is to hang it inside the loop of the Molokos, connected to the frontmost bar, facing back. This means it hangs pretty straight and inclines towards you for easy access.
I did a review of that as well but I hadn't realised this configuration at the time so ignore my points about hanging it in the loop :: ua-cam.com/video/FF6A_tylQ_s/v-deo.htmlsi=uTzDVlSPuYmR9xHD
I Think I will Try This Surly Bag! I have Moloko Bars 😎✌️. Tucson Arizona Desert 🏜️
Check out my video on the RD Egress Pocket. It's a bit bigger and more usable and is what I have on all the time now.
Looking to swap to Moloko bar. Researching bag options. Thanks mate helped a lot.
Glad you found it useful. Have you seen my review of the Revelate Designs Egress Pocket?
I'd say that is a much better bag than the Adjunct - bigger, waterproof, easier to use on the move.
@@JethroJessop yes I did check it out. Looks very handy indeed. Will probably go with the Egress. Good size and very accessible. Watched a few of your vids now . The ride local struck a chord. Keep up the good work mate.
@@migaloo70 thank you. It's always nice when people pick out the non-review videos. The rambling ride philosophy is the most fun to make but they don't pull in the views the way a gear review seems too.
But I'll keep making them for sure 🙂
Very helpful review, also enjoyed the one on the Revelate Designs Egress. I'm looking at the Moloko bars and I already have an Egress so I'll probably just stick with that if I get the bars and forego the Adjunct. Glad I found your channel!
Thanks, glad you like the vids and that they were helpful. I'd definitely go Egress over Adjunct any day. Someone recently commented about hanging it in the bar loop backwards so that it hangs open. I have tried this and it does work though it is a bit messy, especially if you have lights and what not mounted to the bar as well.
A great bag though all in all. Cheers for watching!
Good video. I've been contemplating the Moloko bar and the surly bag, but the bag does seem small. I'm flat earth and anti vax so if you have any questions just let me know.
If you get the Moloko and want a bigger bag, then check out the RD Egress. That's what I use now and its great! ua-cam.com/video/FF6A_tylQ_s/v-deo.html
On the other stuff, I would genuinely love to sit down with a true holder of those opinions and chew it all over but I suspect the UA-cam comments are not a good forum - too easy to misinterpret responses
That's just perfect for all of them tasty pastries you like to devour as rewards of rigorous pedaling. Being addicted to pockets and pouches can't really blame anyone for choosing one of their liking. Cheap or expensive, one thing's for sure, you never ever going to have enough of them ☝️
Very true! I don't have many vices in life but collecting bike bits probably comes closest.
Bags, pockets and tools. Love 'em!
Just need to get away for some actual cycling now
@@JethroJessop I don't think hoarding bike parts was on the list when Vatican announced updated deadly sins, so you're off the hook buddy
@@jedicat9470 glad to hear it. I shall carry on hoarding then
Looks like it would make a good rack-top bag for the back too. I always use at least a rear rack so I can carry panniers on long trips. I'm trying out a front platform rack this year too, loving it so far. Long trips are on hold though of course... Good luck with your channel I hope it keeps growing well!
I guess it could go on the back but you could probably get something cheaper and bigger for that job.
I intended to go full bikepack but pretty soon I put that rear rack and mini panniers back on. Dunno if it will always stay but I do like the ease of access and the volume of panniers.
Very useful video Jethro because I wanted to to find out if a handlebar roll could be fitted to the Moloko bars. I have the Ortlieb version and can get my full sleep setup in it. This is great to see.
The RD I have had an optional set of attachments for mounting on Jones Loop bars that I believe also works for the Moloko. I've always meant to try it out but never got round to it so far and the standard approach works fine for me.
Thanks for the video! How do you like the Moloko bar? What grips are you using?
Thanks for watching.
I really like the Moloko, super comfy and loads of space for attaching stuff
I used to get really bad wrist pain on longer rides but now I can ride all day with no problems. I've got the Ergon GP1 grips on there and it is luxury 😉
Looks a good little bag along the lines of what id like . Ive just bought sonder confucius bars for one of my bikes love the bars but i couldnt justify the ££ for the alpkit bag that fits it . Thinking along the lines of a molle pouch or i might try making one so it fits perfect 🤔.
I'd love to get into making my own gear. I'm a longtime lurker on the r/myog subreddit and you see quite a lot of bikepacking gear on there but it is just another hobby that I don't have time to get into.
I have pretty much ditched the Adjunct now in favour of the RD Egress (check my video of that if you haven't already seen it) which pretty much does everything I want.
Nice little bag, it might just be the right size for my feathers, birdfood and phone. Will it fit on other bikes such as we mere mortals have?
It would be perfect for feathers but it will only really fit on bars with a loop. For standard designed ones you'd need to look for another style I think
A cool review I don't fancy either Thx.
£60 for a little bag. Sharp intake of breath. But I suppose it is made to fit the handle bars. I enjoy watching the videos as someone coming back to cycling. Bought an old mountain bike off ebay for £10 and have been flying up and down the roads again. Keep up the good work.
Glad you enjoyed the videos. It is pretty pricey but I'm hoping I've set myself with kit that will probably last longer than I do.
There is endless opportunity to spend crazy money on gear when you get into cycling if that is what you like. I am a sucker for for this stuff but then I rode with the Lidl bags for a good while and they were absolutely fine so it can definitely be done cheaper.
Have you seen the Rockgeist Jones / Maloko bar bag ?
I haven't. Is that the one with the webbing sling on the front? (I'm just doing some googling)
I'm pretty settled on my Revelate kit up front these days and I'm hoping it will be a good long while yet before I have to start looking at possible alternatives.
@@JethroJessop Yes it is , The trouble with me is ,when I'm not out on my bike I'm looking at gear & talk myself into getting it .
@@kevindean9613 I feel that pain believe me. I even did a video on the exact subject a while back 😉
I'm always trying to remind myself that owning the gear does not equal doing the thing
One day I'll learn 😉
Do you review the bars anyways? Even in text?
Just looking for more opinions on them, I haven't found much out there.
I've just done a video that will go live next week where I talk a bit about my bike in general. I mention the bars in there but until then... they are really good. I chose them because I used to get really sore wrists riding my old MTB bars and I wanted the optional hand positions but actually the geometry and the sweep is just right for me and I can ride for ages just in the main position without any problem. I rarely move to the horns in practice and all the extra space gets mostly used to strap bags and stuff to.
I've heard some people saying they are too heavy but weight isn't much of a consideration for me when buying kit so I have no complaints.
@@JethroJessop now THAT helps, Jethro. My new Surly Troll is mounted with the Molokos and I am wondering how well they will work for me. Thanks from across the puddle in Maine!
@@Wayondon very glad I was helpful. I'm still very pleased with the moloko - with my Ogre in general in fact.
Check my video on the RD Egress Pocket if you want a more spacious bit of luggage that works nicely with the moloko
Subscribed . Good luck with the 'influencer bit ' . . . ;o)
Thanks, it's not really taking off in any earth shattering way but it's all good fun :) More vids in the new year and you your support is greatly appreciated.
well maybe I will just by an Surly then :)
You probably wouldn't regret it. I'd love on mine if I didn't have to work 😉
You have a problem with flat earthers or anti vaxxers!!??....
Just kidding haha, although I like the Discworld book series a lot but that is something different hehe
I'm sure some flat earthers are lovely (if a little misguided). I've never met any so I don't like to judge :)
"It doesn't claim to be waterproof I don't think."
"There is a slit that goes all the way out."
Yeah man pretty sure it's not waterproof when there is a giant hole. 😂😂
When you put it like that it does sound a little weird. Although, I have waterproof trousers that have three great big holes in them. MIND. BLOWN! :)
It kills me how much these bags are. This bag should be $20 at the most.
Yeah, and to be honest I've kind of stopped using it as well. It is just so small and shallow it only really comes out on little afternoon loops when I need to stash a couple of cereal bars and not much else.
I got a Revelate Designs Egress which is much more useful as a grab pocket though no less pricey - that's $ikepacking for you :)
Jethro Jessop I would like something I can put my cell phone, wallet and keys in when I ride. I don't really bikepack, just looking for extra space. The underseat bags that I have are way too small for those three items. I like the Jones bag but I don't like the $64 price tag.