The Venture 2.2L
The Venture
Built for the modern enduro rider who wants a stable pack that’s easy to access on the fly, the Venture is a mid-sized option great for rides from a few hours to half a day. The flap style opening means you can get in and out with one hand, even while riding, and the pack is designed to fit close to the body to keep things in control on those rowdy descents.
The Venture comes standard with a Fidlock magnetic buckles on both the flap closure and the waist belt for maximum security and a satisfying "click".
Item Details
- Size: 9" x 5.5" x 2.5” (~2.2L Capacity)
- Materials: Heavy Duty Challenge Ecopak EPLX body fabric with robust Fidlock magnetic pack closure, YKK #8 Aquaguard zippers for ultimate weatherproofness and durability.
- Fidlock Buckles: Easy to use and super secure, the Venture uses Fidlock magnetic buckles on both the closure flap and the waistbelt.
- Storage: Three interior pockets plus an additional weather resistant external zippered pocket keep things organized, and a key lanyard makes sure car keys don’t wander away.
- ETC Straps - removable but included straps allow bulky items like jackets or pads to be attached to the top of the pack, away from rear wheel spray.
- Made in the Pacific Northwest, USA by hands that care.
Bottle Options
- Bottle Rocket - our classic removable Bottle Rocket, which can hold a small water bottle (22 oz), your favorite canned beverage, or anything else you feel like stowing in there. We do not recommend putting full Large 26oz bottles in the Bottle Rocket, simply because that amount of weight will cause the pack to feel unbalanced and wobbly.
- Quickdraw - the upgraded Quickdraw bottle system by Fidlock is a super quick and easy magnetic attachment that can be grabbed and stowed with one hand while riding. Includes 15 oz / 450 mL Fidlock bottle (NOT dishwasher safe).
Note: Whether you choose the standard Bottle Rocket or Quickdraw option, an additional Bottle Rocket (sold separately) can always be installed on the other wing.
Due to the construction of the wing, Quickdraw system cannot be retrofitted to existing packs, sorry!
Free domestic shipping over $99. Most domestic orders ship via UPS. International orders ship via USPS to minimize import costs. Free Returns on unused product within 30 days.
Customer Reviews
This is THE bag for me. Not too big…and not too small. Zippered pocket, fidlock/ flap main (that’s slightly expandable if you really need to stuff it) and a few interior dividers. All together plenty for tools, spare parts, snacks, keys, wallet, phone, etc. Perfect for 1-3 water bottle type rides. (Or longer if you can re-fill along the way.)
And I love the fidlocks- both for the belt and for the main opening. Very secure, yet easy to open and close. They’re very nice to have, especially when your hands and fingers are tired from riding. And I really like the velcro strap retention things on both sides to hold the excess straps after you cinch the belt down. It holds the excess in place and doesn’t come undone to where the straps end up flapping around. Awesome!
It’s also very comfortable/ disappears when riding, even with one bottle. On my first ride, I got distracted and had to reach back to feel that it was still there. (For a second I thought I accidentally left it home.) But it was there- It’s just that comfortable!
Overall, it’s pretty obvious the designers actually ride. If I had to design and refine a bag over a long period of time- this is it! Well made, well thought out, last long time/ premium bag!
I used the Venture 2.2L during a bikepacking trip across the Black Forest, and it performed really well.
It stays perfectly in place, even when fully loaded, no movement or bouncing, and no pressure points at the hips. I didn’t experience any discomfort, even after long hours on the bike.
Despite its compact size, it offers a surprising amount of storage. The internal layout is smart, with useful compartments that help keep things organized without overthinking it.
Overall, it felt reliable and well-balanced. A solid choice for carrying essentials without getting in the way.
Simple, well made, and you don’t even notice it when you’re riding.
All I wanted was a bag I didn’t have to think about. This is it. Perfect.
Wore it for a ride few days after I got it and barely noticed it was on. Easy to access, a great pack.