I carry tools/spares and a pump on all my bikes in a frame bag. When the various "hidden" tools came out I was kind of interested, but it was never a really satisfying solution. The framebag keeps every together, dry and clean and I haven't had an issue finding a bag solution that works on any of my 3 MTBs.
For the pump I am able to get the pump inside 2 out of my 3 frame bags. On the 3rd I just wrap the pump in plastic and it's strapped to the outside of the bag. Stays clean even in winter slop, but is fast and easy to get to when needed. Typically on get a couple flats a year and then maybe help a few more riders who don't have pump/tools/spares.
Feb. 7, 2020, 5:56 a.m. - Vik Banerjee
I carry tools/spares and a pump on all my bikes in a frame bag. When the various "hidden" tools came out I was kind of interested, but it was never a really satisfying solution. The framebag keeps every together, dry and clean and I haven't had an issue finding a bag solution that works on any of my 3 MTBs. For the pump I am able to get the pump inside 2 out of my 3 frame bags. On the 3rd I just wrap the pump in plastic and it's strapped to the outside of the bag. Stays clean even in winter slop, but is fast and easy to get to when needed. Typically on get a couple flats a year and then maybe help a few more riders who don't have pump/tools/spares.