Cedaero
Custom Half Frame Pack
Custom Half Frame Pack
Half frame packs are one of those pieces of kit that we almost never take off once we put them on because they’re so darn useful. We don’t make packs that mostly fit - each pack is custom fit to your frame to maximize volume (and keep the aesthetic polished).
We offer three exterior fabric options - 1000D Cordura nylon, RX30 X-pac, and 15oz waxed canvas. All of these options are weather-resistant and extremely hard-wearing. RX30 is the lightest weight. 1000D Cordura is mid-weight and has proven its resistance to hard use for decades. 15oz waxed canvas patinas beautifully with age, eventually telling the stories of adventures past (but it shouldn’t be run through the washing machine). For a deeper dive into our fabric options, look HERE!
On the inside, you’ll find tough 200D nylon and a mesh pocket and key hook below the main zipper for keeping your little sundries organized. And every pack is padded on all sides using a lightweight 1/8” closed-cell foam, providing structure and protection for your frame and gear.
After a lot of testing, we’ve opted to use a #9 Ideal coil zipper that opens easily without getting jammed up even when the temps drop. The water-repellency is courtesy of bio-based and PFAS-free treatment. No, the zipper isn’t waterproof, but from our experience it keeps the water out effectively, is easier to use, and lasts far longer than urethane coated zippers. And perhaps most delightfully - it can be opened and closed with one hand!
For attaching your pack, we can use mounts inside the frame (if present) for a sturdy, clean, and abrasion-free attachment. We recommend a velcro attachment if you plan to remove the pack often. Aside from looking awesome, the lace-up option reduces potential strap interference with other packs on the top tube.
Please follow the photo guidelines found HERE - send a perfect photo, get a perfect-fitting pack!
All our color options are found HERE! Each panel of the pack can be a different color if your heart desires it.
Also check out our exterior fabric selection guide HERE!
Current turnaround time for custom packs can be found on the banner at the top of the website!
Specs:
- 1000D Cordura, RX30 X-pac (recycled), or 15oz waxed canvas exterior
- 200D nylon interior
- Foam stiffeners in all panels for padding and structure
- Hydration port included at the nose of the pack
- Interior mesh pocket and key hook for organization
- #9 Ideal coil zipper with Nanosphere coating
- 100% Made in USA
*** PLEASE NOTE: Electric Pink and Highlighter colors are more prone to fading with heavy sun exposure ***
How to take a perfect photo:
We've developed a system for accurately designing your pack from a simple photo with a few guidelines. Please also reference the example photo to make sure you're on the right track!
Send a perfect photo, get a perfectly fitting pack!
- Tape a ruler, tape measure, or other measuring device to one of the bike frame tubes.
- Mount any other packs you'll be using on the bike. This ensures we avoid strap interference.
- Make sure your water bottle bosses are visible. This may require you to remove bottle cages or back out the bolts a few turns so they're visible under the cage. If you're ordering a half frame pack, it's a great idea to include an additional photo with your usual bottles in their cages so we can maximize space without interference.
- Move far enough away that both wheels are completely visible in the photo.
- Squat down so you're shooting directly at the center of the frame triangle. Don't take the photo from standing!
- Make sure you're not shooting on ultra wide angle mode or with a fisheye lens. Shoot! Then upload the highest resolution version of your photo that you can.
- Engage in revelry.
Common pitfalls:
- Photo not high enough resolution.
- Photo taken too close.
- Photo taken with ultra wide angle lens (too much lens distortion).
- Photo taken from above the bike or off to one side.
Please double check your frame size! We can't guarantee a perfect fit if your specified frame size doesn't match your photo!
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FAQ's
Are the packs waterproof?
Our packs are extremely water resistant due to the materials we use, but are not technically waterproof. Short of submerging our packs underwater or pressure washing, they will keep your belongings dry. We always recommend putting sensitive items in a zip lock or dry bag for peace of mind!
How long does shipping take?
From the date of the shipping label creation, the ship time ranges from 1-3 days via USPS 1-3 day shipping. Larger boxes may get shipped via FedEx and may take longer. Depending on the state of the postal service and your location you may experience a different wait time. Please refer to the tracking number provided in the automated confirmation email for the most up to date tracking information.
Are your products really made in the USA?
All our packs are sewn at our shop in Two Harbors, MN with 100% USA sourced materials! This allows us to build a community right where we live and helps reduce our carbon footprint since we're not shipping materials from overseas. It also allows our production to be nimble enough to make wild custom packs!
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Contact hours:
We're in the shop Monday - Friday 8am to 4:30pm: (218) 258-0616
Do you ship internationally?
We do ship internationally! Please be aware: duties and import taxes will fall to the responsibility of the recipient. Shipping costs will vary based on size of the package and location of the destination. Our website will adjust and create an estimated cost based on your order and location which will be charged at check out. We ship out of our location via United States Postal Service - which will get transferred to your country's parcel service during transit. Sometimes this transfer will cause the USPS tracking number to cease reporting the package's location. If you have questions, it's always best to contact us at shop@cedaero.com before placing your order so we can ensure your pack arrives without hassle.
How long does shipping take?
From the date of the shipping label creation, the ship time ranges from 1-4 days via USPS 1-4 day shipping. Larger boxes may get shipped via FedEx and may take longer. Depending on the state of the postal service and your location you may experience a different wait time. Please refer to the tracking number provided in the automated confirmation email for the most up to date tracking information.
Do I need to send a picture? I have a really common bike
We prefer that every order has a picture sent in with it. This helps us ensure the pack we make will fit your bike specifically. A picture can help avoid errors of misinterpreted sizing, bolt spacing, and adjusting straps to fit with other packs you may be using with your frame pack. Frame builders do not always have specific dimensions listed on their website and getting exact measurements through the internet is not always ideal for how we design our packs.
Do you have a pattern for my bike on file?
There is a chance we have made a frame pack for a bike like yours before you have placed your order. This does not guarantee a quicker production lead time. This also does not mean you don't have to send in a picture of your bike. No matter if we have a pattern on file already or not, we can almost always make a frame pack for your bike.
How should I take a picture of my bike?
Lean your bike against a wall or in a stand so that it is upright. Attach a measurement tool like a ruler or measuring tape to the top tube. Then, step back until your entire frame and wheels are fully visible in the photo (15+ feet back!), get low so you’re shooting right into the center of the frame, and shoot. Voila!
How soon will my custom pack be done?
Our average turnaround time for custom packs is 3-4 business weeks (Monday through Friday) from the order date.
I ordered my pack a few weeks ago and haven't heard anything - did you receive my order?
You should have received an order confirmation email. This confirms that your order has been processed and added to our production queue. If you would like, you can email or call us to confirm that we have received your order. It is common to not hear anything from us until we ship your pack. No news is, most of the time, good news!
Do we offer a product warranty or repairs?
We do offer a product warranty and have a form available to fill out - Click Here
Warranty covers any issues with the packs construction or hardware malfunctions. This does not cost anything except the cost to send the pack to us.
We do not warranty packs against pests, pets, mold, normal wear and tear, abnormal wear and tear, acts of gods, etc. However we will fix or replace packs upon request. When the damaged pack is received, we will determine the cost of the repair or replacement, and charge return shipping.
For both warranty and repair packs - please clean and empty your pack before sending to us. No matter the cause of damage, if we receive packs that are moldy, heavily soiled, or contain evidence of pest droppings we will consider this a biohazard and send it back at the customer's expense without repair.
What is the difference between a custom pack and a standard pack?
A custom pack is made to order from a product page under the “custom packs” tab. A standard pack is a pack that is already made and in stock. Custom packs take around 3-4 weeks to ship to the customer while a standard pack will ship 1-3 days from the order date.
Are the packs waterproof?
Our packs are extremely water resistant due to the materials, but are not technically waterproof. Short of submerging our packs underwater or pressure washing, they will keep your belongings dry. We always recommend putting sensitive items in a zip lock or dry bag for peace of mind!
What is the difference between 1000D Cordura nylon, waxed canvas, and RX30 X-pac?
We encourage you to read our fabric selection guide, found HERE!
1000D Cordura Nylon has been time-tested as a highly durable, abrasion-resistant fabric. Our fabric has a DWR coating to help water bead up and roll off. Packs made with this fabric are machine washable!
Our 15oz waxed canvas fabric is for those who prefer the classic look and feel of natural fibers. These packs combine the hard-wearing aesthetic of waxed canvas with our bombproof nylon liner and #9 water resistant zippers. They patina with age and use and eventually tell the story of the roads (or lack thereof) they’ve traveled. While the fabric is water-resistant, it does take longer to dry if it does ever get wetted out. To maintain the original level of water resistance, you may choose to re-wax your pack at some point (though not required). You can tins of wax here. We don’t recommend machine washing these packs, but they can be easily sprayed off.
RX30 X-pac is a polyester laminated material with roots in the sail cloth industry. We have been really happy with its balance of light weight and durability in our applications. This fabric is also produced using 100% post-consumer recycled polyester and is climate neutral certified to boot. We loved it enough to roll it into our full lineup of packs in 6 different colors. This is our lightest weight exterior fabric and is machine washable.
What is "Bolt Set-Back"
There are now two top tube bolt setback standards, so choose your options carefully! The 100mm setback is the current standard (Salsa EXP and the like), and we've added the 124mm option for more compatibility (Niner, Cannondale, and Jamis to name a few). Reference the diagram to ensure proper fit.
What is the difference between a half and full frame pack?
A half frame pack will take up half of your frame’s inner triangle; a full frame pack will take up your frame’s entire triangle.
Why did my package arrive in a weird/labeled box?
Our shop shares a building with our two sister companies (Cedar Coffee Co. and SpokeNgear Cyclery) - both of which receive many supply shipments in perfectly good boxes. We try to re-use as many cardboard boxes as we can which means your Cedaero products may arrive in a clean, potentially used looking cardboard box.
What is your return/exchange policy?
To start a return, you can contact us at shop@cedaero.com. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted. You can always contact us for any return question at shop@cedaero.com.
Once received, we will issue a refund for the price of the returned items.
Exchanges will follow the "returns" protocol as well. A new order must be made for the replacement pack. The only exception to this is a warranty claim return or a mistake on our behalf. We will provide a shipping label in these cases.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
Custom packs cannot be returned. If there's something not right about your order, of course we'll make it right. Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns. Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on clearance/unicorn items or gift cards.
We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.
Damages and issues
Please inspect your order when you receive it and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right!
Exceptions / non-returnable items
Custom packs cannot be returned. If there's something not right about your order, of course we'll make it right. Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns. Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on clearance/unicorn items or gift cards.
Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.
Are your products really made in the USA?
Our packs are sewn with USA-sourced materials in our shop at Two Harbors, Minnesota. They are made in the USA with USA-made materials!
(the only exception to this rule is our packs that contain magnets due to the fact that there is not a magnet manufacturing company located within the United States).
Are you really the world’s most fun bikepacking company in the galaxy?
yes.
Why should I get a Cedaero pack?
If you ever ride your bike and wish you had more room for stuff without carrying a backpack or pack on your body, a Cedaero pack might just be what you are looking for.
I have questions before I order that were not listed here; what is the best way to get those answered?
You can email us with our email form or call us! Our contact information is located in the “contact us” section of our website.
I tried all the other mass-produced frame bags and none fit perfectly. The Cedaero bag fits PERFECTLY! The bag is also very sturdy; I am able to open and close the bag using only one hand. Other bags are flimsy and often require 2 hands to open or close. This makes it hard to access the bag while driving. I highly recommend Cedaero products. I will be purchasing additional bags from Cedaero!
I purchased a custom half frame pack and Brian invested his time and effort to make sure the final product was perfect, which it is! Thanks again! Looking forward to many enjoyable rides with our custom Cedaero Packs! We know we can expect excellent service and quality from your team!
Thank you!! You all are the best!!
I love my new frame bag; it was a tricky custom fit on an unusual bike and the Cedaero rep communicated with me carefully to ensure it would work. Also a perfect match with the stock top-tube and bar bags in moss color. This is a great company that really has the customer service piece figured out. Their people are consistently top-notch.
I requested a unique kind of custom half-frame pack and the folks at Cedero came through big time! I love my bag! They were super helpful on the phone and advocated for optimal design and materials. Couldn't recommend them enough!