saddlebag

Mounted travel storage

A saddlebag is a bag that hangs from a saddle, used in pairs to carry supplies on horseback.

The term extends to similar bags on motorcycles and bicycles.

Saddlebags also describes fatty deposits on the outer thighs and hips: She complained about her saddlebags despite being fit.

motorcycle

biker

One who rides cycles

Harley · leather · chrome · quick-release · locking · rider · motorcyclist · V-twin · exhaust · fairing

equestrian

stirrup

Mounted rider's foot support

  • tackSharp-headed fastener
  • girthMeasurement around something
  • cantleRear saddle projection

pommel · bridle · reins · horse · riding · withers · farrier · horseshoe · jodhpurs · chaps

bicycle

pannier

Carrier hung from sides

waterproof · reflective · detachable · mounting · straps · cargo · cyclist · velcro · bungee · capacity

anatomy

thighs

Upper leg sections

liposuction · exercise · toning · pear-shaped · fitness · squats · lunges

leather

cowhide

Tanned bovine leather

supple · patina · hide · nappa · suede · tooled · embossed · calfskin · oiled · waxed

Categories
Opposites
carrying method/attachment point

saddlebagbackpack

Strapped bag worn dorsally

rucksack · knapsack · shoulder bag · messenger bag · handbag

position on vehicle/mount

saddlebagtrunk

Main stem or storage

panniers

Family

saddlebags, saddleback

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G