Introducing the latest innovation from XLAB, ‘the leading storage accessory brand in the triathlon industry.’ The company has unveiled a new patent-pending design of its Aero Pouch 300, which ‘solves the issue of storing repair on single bottle rear hydration systems.’
Already achieving editor picks before its launch, the Aero Pouch 300 is seen by XLAB as the beginning of a wave of next generation storage solutions. Combining ‘aerodynamics and usability with finite proven testing by the XLAB engineers, the Aero Pouch 300 is projected to be a class-leading storage solution.’
The engineers at XLAB focus on the details of aerodynamic design when creating a new product. Rather than elongating the distance between the back of a rider and the bottle cage in order to store a repair kit, in turn affecting the aerodynamics of a rear hydration system, the Aero Pouch 300 wraps around the cage, keeping the entire system close to the rider.
Its design allows air to wrap around the bag, collecting at the back resulting in a cleaner, straighter airflow. Avoiding a very prevalent feature of storage bags, flapping zippers, XLAB has included a Velcro pull-tab that connects with a Velcro pad on the bag. Thus, ‘zipper flying is non-existent with the Aero Pouch 300!’
The aerodynamic pouch does not compromise on the ability to carry a full repair kit either. Although compact by the eye, the Aero Pouch 300 allows clincher riders the ability to fit one tube, two tyre levers, two CO2 cartridges, a patch kit and an inflator. For tubular riders, ‘one can easily fit most inflation foam sealants on the market.’
Due to adding weight onto the back of a single rear hydration system, XLAB recommends only metal-mount carriers are used with the Aero Pouch 300. In the XLAB line this includes the following models: Delta 300, Delta 400, Delta 425, Delta Sonic and Delta Sonic XL.
The Aero Pouch 300 comes with the bag, all necessary mounting hardware and easy-to-use installation instructions and helpful tips. It is now available worldwide and retails for US$44.95.
Further details about the Aero Pouch 300 repair storage bag and a list of XLAB retailers can be found online at xlab-usa.com/aero-pouch-300.
XLAB has been an innovator and important part of the triathlon industry for over 20 years, helping XLAB athletes win 27 World Championships. The company’s engineers ‘passionately design, analyze and test the hydration and storage systems allowing for extremely light and yet extraordinarily reliable products that are unmatched in design, technology and style.’
