Gossamer Gear Piku Sling Bag
To find the best fit for the PVT packs, you will need your torso length, hip and waist measurements. Below are recommendations on how to measure each of these.
Torso length:
Start at the C7 vertebra at the base of your neck. The best way to find this is to bend your neck and feel the first bump along the base of your neck. This bump is where you will want to start your measurement.
Next, you'll want to find the midpoint between your iliac crest. To find your iliac crest, cup your hipbones on both sides and find the center point on your spine. This midpoint is where your thumbs should be pointing.
Finally, you'll need help measuring from the C7 vertebra to your iliac crest. From there, you'll have your torso measurement.
Small: 16" - 18" (40.6-45.7cm)
Medium: 18" - 20" (45.7-50.8cm)
Large: 20" - 22" (50.8-55.9cm)
If you're in between sizes, you can:
+ size down for more of a shoulder wrap and higher hip belt
+ size up for a lower hip belt fit
PVT Belt Sizing (Hip Measurement)
S/M Curved Belt | 28.5"-56" (72.4-142.2 cm)
M/L Curved Belt | 32.5"-60" (85.5-152.4 cm)
S Straight Belt | 26"-53.5" (66-135.9 cm)
M Straight Belt | 30"-57.5" (76.2-146 cm)
L Straight Belt | 34"-61.5" (86.3-156.2 cm)
Hip Measurement:
You will want to find your iliac crest again by cupping your hipbones on both sides. Then, wrap a soft measuring tape or string around the top of your iliac crest. This will tell you your hip measurement.
Waist Measurement:
Using the same soft measuring tape or string, find the smallest part of your midsection—typically, this is 1-2 inches above your belly button—and measure around that area for your waist measurement.
Waist to Hip Ratio:
Calculate your WHR by dividing your waist measurement by your hip measurement.
If it is 0.85 or lower, you will likely need a curved hipbelt. If it is higher than 0.85, you will likely need a straight
hipbelt. If you're unsure which hipbelt shape will fit best, we recommend purchasing both to dial in the fit. This
is because everyone's anatomy is different.
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Choose your own adventure with Gossamer Gear's new shape-shifting sling. Wear it over the shoulder as a crossbody bag or mount it to handlebars for cycling.
Seamlessly transition from bike to trail with this petite yet tough companion.
Tackle bumpy roads with two removable straps, keeping all the essentials securely fastened to your bike.
The Piku is designed with two new fabrics: the Riptide fabric made from 100D Recycled Ripstop and an extra durable UHMWPE Stretch Mesh.
Meticulously scrutinizing every component to maximize ultralight performance.
Features
- Two 8" long, 13mm adjustable and removable handlebar straps.
- Roll-top entry with magnetic closure.
- Removable "Little Sit" pad
- Top compression strap with easy on/off hook.
- Front zippered stretch-mesh pocket.
- Additional O-rings for accessories like the Bottle Rocket.
- Adjustable strap to wear as a sling or fanny pack, which can be tucked away behind the back mesh panel.
- Integrated back grab handle.
- Glove-friendly buckles.
- Interior divided mesh pocket and key clip.
- Front and back reflective components.
Specifications
Weight
- Pack body 6.5 oz / 252.3 g
- Little Sit Pad 1.8 oz / 51 g
- Total 8.9 oz / 252.3 g
- Handlebar Straps (each) .3 oz / 8.5 g
Dimensions
- Height (to extension collar) 6” / 15.2 cm
- Height (to top) 12” / 30.5 cm
- Width 12.5” / 31.8 cm
- Depth 5” / 12.7 cm
Capacity
- Total: 9L
Materials
- Riptide Ripstop, 100D Recycled Robic Nylon
- UHMWPE Stretch Mesh
- PFAS-free
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