Swift Industries | Catalyst Pack

At a svelte 7.5L, the Catalyst Pack has easily made its way onto Swift's top-seller list as a go-to gravel adventure bag. Riders with less clearance and narrow handlebars now have a stellar option for stowing gear on their handlebars and under the saddle. Add carrying capacity to this item with a Bungee Booster.

The Catalyst Pack is a beautiful mid-capacity handlebar and saddle bag. A more compact option than the Zeitgeist Pack, the Catalyst’s trim profile allows for more tire clearance and narrower drop bars. The fitted flap sheds the elements and boasts a small flat zipper pocket for quick access essentials like your ride wallet, chapstick and a snack. Utilize the flap’s daisy chain of webbing to thread a Bungee Booster and stash a layer. The rigid plastic insert offers structure and support for your load. This compact and rock-steady pack is a great option for shredding some gravel and makes a great edition to a lightweight bikepacking rig.

Materials List

• Challenge Sailcloth ECOPAK™ EPLX400 
• Nylon packcloth 400D 
• RBC450RS (Recycled Bag Cloth Ripstop 450D)

Feature Callouts

• HDPE insert in body to help shape and stabilize your load
• Interior features one-handed drawcord closure with an additional compression strap to compact your load.
• Flap features small zipper pocket & webbing daisy chains for additional lash points
• Reflective detailing
• D-rings for off-bike Shoulder Strap compatibility
• Comes with six foam spacers and two 9″ Swift Straps

Specs

• Measurements (Width x Height x Length in inches): 11”w x 7”h x 6”d
• Capacity (in Liters): 7.5 L
• Weight (in Ounces): 15 oz

Fit Check

Handlebar width compatibility 

• 30cm width

Step 1: Measure the spacing of your handlebars, inside-to-inside, at the hoods.

Step 2: If you have integrated shifting, enlist a friend to engage the levers fully into the center space between the bars, and measure the space from tip-to-tip.

Clearance (height) specs for use at the handlebars and on the saddle

You’ll need a minimum of 10” (25.5cm) of space between your bicycle handlebars and the top of your front or rear tire to use the Catalyst Pack without a support or rack. Keep in mind that a weighted down pack may sag into the wheel, and pay attention to avoid abrasion.

With a rack: As little as 6.5″ (16.5cm) of clearance is required to run the Catalyst Pack on the front with a Carradice Universal Bar Rack. Note that the Carradice Bagman Support is not compatible with the Catalyst Pack.

The Catalyst Pack is made in Surabaya, Indonesia and Seattle, WA out of Challenge ECOPAK 100% recycled polyester. This pack contains roughly 10 plastic bottles rescued from ocean beaches.