https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0uYLyQ76sc
To make your own frame bag is not as much of a challenge as you might think. These DIY videos are not sewing lessons, they are more just showing the method f

https://bikepacking.com/gear/how-to-make-a-bikepacking-framebag-krampus/
Cut the triangle in two pieces where the zipper will be mounted. The height of the zipper strip is 1.5″, and the finished panel will expose about 3/4″ of the zipper. So, that leaves 3/4″ (3/8″ on the top piece of triangle and 3/8″ on the bottom) of the triangle material to eliminate to maintain the correct dimensions.

http://www.shanecycles.com/make-your-own-gear-myog-bikepacking-frame-bag/
There's also many MYOG threads at bikepacking.net. Step 2: Buy or borrow a sewing machine (make sure you use " jeans" needles). Step 3: Order some raw materials, Cordura 500 or similar, some webbing, velcro, zips, heavy duty thread etc. I used this webshop in Germany because its in the Country next door and have a good selection of gear

https://www.instructables.com/Bicycle-Frame-Bag-for-Bike-Packing-Hooligans/
Measure the width of the lower zipper from the top to the internal seam line. (Image #18) Draw a panel the length of the line from step 1 plus 0.5in on both sides, and the width of the bag (2in) plus the width of the velcro and 0.5in on both sides. (Image #19) Fold and sew all of the edges.

https://bikepacking.com/gear/a-diy-waxed-canvas-frame-bag/
One 22″ sport zipper from your local craft/hobby store. One bar of Otter Wax. I started by tracing about 3/8″ in from the frame outline on this peel-and-stick grid paper from the local Jo Anne fabric store. From there I added about 1/2 inch to each edge to make up for the stitch overlap.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZqakQVb-sY
DIY - Make Your Own Bikepacking Frame Bag: Follow along as I make my ver first frame bag. While it was easier than I thought, making it "perfect" is diffi

https://bikepackersfoundry.com/diy-high-volume-frame-bags/
This blog post is another pictorial "recipe" for creating or retrofitting frame bags that are very stable and can carry more gear. The bag pictured has a capacity of more than 15 litres, and is loaded with water and gear. ... Home / Challenge Sailcloth Ultra 200 bikepacking bags / DIY high-volume frame bags. Posted on January 25, 2024 May 7

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3A6f-WRrbc
Accompanying the MYOG sewing pattern from LearnMYOG.com, I show the step-by-step construction common for all three DIY bikepacking bags. The pattern set incl

https://www.instructables.com/Bicycle-Frame-Bag/
Step 3: Zipper Sew In. First, admire your bicycle and the pile of fabric in front of you. After you're done admiring, you'll need to gather the zipper foot, and zipper side panel which should consist of a zipper, above the zipper piece, and below the zipper piece. Attach the zipper foot.

https://learnmyog.com/bpStemBag.html
DIY Bikepacking Gear. Community Build, u/mchalfy. Community Build, u/mchalfy. ... Pattern and Materials. Free Download. Downloadable PDF sewing pattern includes. Print at home pattern suitable for both Letter and A4 sized paper; Detailed step-by-step sewing instructions; ... Kick off your bikepacking kit with our Top Tube and Half Frame Bag Set;

https://www.welovecycling.com/wide/2023/04/04/how-to-make-your-own-bikepacking-bags/
The community of people making their own bike bags isn't huge, so they're alsoextremely helpful. Once you've printed out your patterns and cut your fabric out, you just need to stitch them together. Simple enough, but don't become disheartened as you get to grips with a sewing machine if it's somethingyou're new to.

https://learnmyog.com/framebags.html
Lightweight lining fabric. Bright and waterproof. Silnylon or PU Coated Ripstop. 1/8" (3mm) EVA foam. Grab the 13"x39" sheets available on Amazon. YKK #5 coil zipper or Uretek for added water-resistance. 3/4" (20mm) sewable hook and loop (non-adhesive velcro) Optional: paracord for frame bag lacing instead of velcro.

http://www.tourintune.com/constructing-a-diy-frame-bag/
1 x linear yard black 1000d Cordura fabric (500d, ballistics or X-Pac would also work) 6 feet of velcro (1.5″ width cut into 9 pieces and trimmed later) 1 x YKK zipper (20″ length and cut as needed) — waterproof zippers are available, but I decided against this because I find they require too much force to open/close.

https://bikepacking.com/plan/diy-handlebar-bags/
DIY Handlebar Bag 3: Tyvek or Dry Bag & Handlebar Bracket ($18-$57) If you want to up your game a little more, free up some space on the handlebars, and provide some wiggle room for your bike's cable housing, this mini rack/bracket is a solid option. It's not as well made or bombproof as the similar Rockgeist BarJam (as mentioned in the

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7W55YKWVjUI
DIY Bikepacking Bags - DIY Bike Frame Bag Ep2! I go over how to use basic tools to get the bike frame shape for the side panel pattern, and then I sew up my

https://www.reddit.com/r/bikepacking/comments/1bu2l0l/diy_frame_bag/
This is an adventure-biking sub dedicated to the vast world that exists between ultralight road racing and technical singletrack. All-road, crossover, gravel, monster-cross, road-plus, supple tires, steel frames, vintage bikes, hybrids, commuting, bike touring, bikepacking, fatbiking, single-speeds, fixies, Frankenbikes with ragbag parts and specs, etc. are all fair game here.

https://www.instructables.com/DIY-Bikepacking-Handlebar-Bag/
Firstly, delimitate the back of the bag: fold the fabric 3cm above the zip; from the fold, measure 25cm of the fabric behind and fold again. The back-webbing should be contained in this portion. This part will be left flat. The rest of the fabric will constitute the front part of the bag, were the creases will be.

https://www.reddit.com/r/bikepacking/comments/odijw6/testing_my_new_diy_frame_bag_on_the_daily_commute/
I wanted a frame bag for my size S Croix de fer that left room for the bottle cage but couldn't find any… Since I don't know how to sew I teamed up with a good friend of mine to design and make this bag (inspired by posts on this sub and a cheap deal on old stock ripstop nylon)

https://bikepacking.com/gear/custom-frame-bags/
And the frame bag is the lightest bag option. Weighing in at around 200 grams, the standard X-Pac frame bag is about a pound less than many seat packs or handlebar systems. The frame bag is also the most well-integrated of the bikepacking bags. Unlike the handlebar or seat pack, it doesn't alter a bike's balance.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xfLHjuxUYY
DIY Bikepacking Bags - DIY Frame Bag Ep1! This is how I start with any bag I am designing - with the core pattern for a silhouette sample.Digital Angle Ruler

https://www.thevanimals.com/advanture/how-to-sew-a-custom-frame-pack-for-bikepacking-and-bike-touring-yckjs
Don't forget to include the seam allowance around the edge so that you have room to sew. Cut along the outside buffer line of all your pieces with a sharp scissors. You will have four pieces in total once you have cut them. Finally cut the eight pieces of Velcrofor attaching your pack to your frame.

https://www.reddit.com/r/bikepacking/comments/143ohis/diymyog_bikepacking_seat_pack_sewing_guides_and/
I'm regularly adding to this, hoping to eventually make it into an encyclopedia of sewing for bikepacking and backpacking gear. For now its a super useful info dump of gears of sewing knowledge. The patterns can be found: 17L Payhip or Etsy. 9L PayHip or Etsy. I've also got a rough guide to sewing your own zipped frame bag, and stem bag guides

https://bikepacking.com/index/half-frame-bags-and-wedges/
List of Half Frame Bags & Wedges. We've gathered a list of over 30 half frame bags and wedges, all available in standard, non-custom sizes and different shapes suited for nearly any bike out there. We've included key specs such as volume, fabric, and where the bag is manufactured, as well as the style of bag: half, wedge, or tiny wedge.