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Ways to Attach Water Bottles and Add Cage Mounts to Your Bike

Although there are an increasing number of bikepacking-specific bikes on the market, many models don’t have the necessary eyelets required to attach bottle cages, cargo cages, or boss-mounted bags to the fork or under the downtube. As such, you may need to add cage mounts or attach bottle cages to your bike using unconventional solutions, or move them ever so slightly to accommodate other gear. Nowadays, there are plenty commercially available options and DIY solutions to turn older/secondhand bikes into capable bikepacking steeds. Here’s the full list.

PUBLISHED Mar 8, 2021

Updated on March 8, 2022

With the growing popularity of eyelet-mounted bags and cargo cages, bike tourers and bikepackers are increasingly looking for ways to add mounts to their fork or downtube to attach such accessories. In addition, many desert routes and trips through warmer climates require extra hydration, so mounting extra bottle cages or oversized cages under the downtube, on the fork, or even on the chainstays is often a necessity for supplementing water capacity. These affordable workarounds can also serve to upgrade older bikes for those looking to try their hand at bikepacking but without the cash to invest in a dedicated rig.

Braze-ons, Bosses, and Eyelets

Before moving on, let’s clear up some terminology.

Braze-on , a common term used to reference a bolt mount on a bicycle, is defined as a small fitting on a bicycle that has been permanently attached to the frame. The term comes from how these parts were attached to traditional steel frames. Even though these fittings may be welded onto titanium or aluminum, or glued and molded into carbon, braze-on lives on as a way to describe these mounts. Typical braze-ons include cable stops/guides, rack and bottle cage mounts, or, even more bemusing, bosses.

Ultimately, more and more bike frames are being outfitted with extra cage mounts and bottle bosses, especially bikes intended for touring or bikepacking. Provisions often include a pair (or triplet) on the underside of the downtube, as well as a three-pack of bosses on each fork blade (see our Gear Index of Forks with Bottle Cage Mounts ). However, some bike companies are still anti “fork warts.” And, many older bikes were relegated to two pairs within the frame triangle. Fortunately, there is an ever-growing list of products made to add cage mounts to your bike with various connection techniques. Find that full product list below, then scroll down to find several DIY methods for adding bottle cages and mounts.

Bedrock Honaker

• Type: Soft Water Bottle Cage
• Made of: X-pac/Rhinotec/Cordura
• Attachment: Velco Straps
• Bottle Size: Nalgene 32oz

We’re firm believers that every bike should feature bottle cage mounts on the underside of its down tube, bar a few suspended 26ers, where clearance is tight. It’s a no-brainer area for water storage; the center of gravity is kept low, and there’s rarely any interference with terrain or obstacles. Unfortunately, all too many bikes skimp on such potential for water hauling. Bedrock’s Honaker Hydro Pack comes in handy for just such scenarios, designed as it is to hold a 1L Nalgene bottle, via a bag strapped to your bike’s down tube.

The Honaker features with a strip of Velcro sewn in vertically, as well as an adhesive backed strip for the down tube of the bike. This doesn’t act as support, but works to keep the bag from rotating or sliding. There are two main straps that hold the bag in place; each has a rubberized backing material where they make contact, providing a secure anchor point. The spindrift collar is designed to keep the bottle clean, a nice feature when riding in cattle country. It was originally designed to fit a standard 700-800ml water bottle, but now has been updated to fit a larger Nalgene. We tested it using the Zefal 1L Magnum.

We used the Honaker mounted to the Marin Pine Mountain 2 on our trip in southern Spain. It worked flawlessly, and we rode some rough stuff. The only complaint is that it was a little tough to get the bottle in and out without undoing the straps a little. But if you approach it as storage for a backup bottle for camp use, it’s perfect. Overall it’s a ruggedly built product that works well for bikes without down tube mounts

• Weight: 77 grams (2.7 oz)
• Place of Manufacture: Colorado, USA
• Manufacturer's Details: Link

DrJ0n Barnacles

• Type: Bottle Cage Mount
• Made of: Plastic, brass, steel
• Attachment: Clamp

The Barnacle by Drj0n Bagworks provides a low-profile mounting option for bottle and cargo cages on the fork, downtube, or other locations on a bike frame. The Barnacle clamp is 3D-printed from durable plastic and comes in nine diameters ranging from 25.4mm to 47mm, designed to fit commonly available downtubes in steel, aluminum, and titanium, and also rigid steel and suspension forks. You can also use rubber strips to help accommodate varied tubes. For example, 45mm with a 1mm rubber strip fits a Fox 34 or a Fox 36 without.

Each Barnacle uses an M5 bolt and swivel nut to secure it to the tubing and a brass M5 threaded boss embedded into it. Although they can handle more, Jon suggests loading the Barnacles up with no more than 1,000 grams will have negative effects on the bike’s handling (when mounting to the fork), and should be avoided. Find more at our press release here .

While we haven’t tested the Barnacle specifically, we have put some miles on the DeWidget G-Funk Clamps, which are the same design and we have no problem vouching for their performance and reliability.

• Place of Manufacture: UK

King Cage Universal Support Bolt (USB)

• Made of: Stainless Steel

The stainless steel King Cage USB (Universal Support Bolt) is a versatile solution for bikes without bottle cages, or suspension forks. Generally speaking, we’ve been impressed by the build quality and thought that King put into these little gadgets. Since our first test, which went relatively well, the USBs have been redesigned. This is a welcome change since we had a couple break when not properly tightened. The updated versions shown here include a beefier post mount area which looks bombproof. We’ll update our review with more feedback once we put them through the wringer.

Considering that many new bikes are missing a pair of bottle bosses under the downtube, and there’s no such thing as a suspension fork bottle mount, the USB is a good option. It comes in four sizes: 1 1/8-inch for handlebars and seat stays, 1 3/8-inch for steel frames and forks, 1 5/8-inch for 32mm suspension forks, and 2-inch for aluminum tube bikes and 36mm suspension forks. Note that because the cage attaches via a post mount, the nut goes onto the cage and some bottle cages might not work if they don’t have a recessed channel.

• Weight: 13 grams (0.5 oz)

Revelate Designs Joey Downtube Bag

• Type: Cargo Bag
• Made of: X-Pac
• Attachment: Velcro Straps

The Revelate Designs Joey attaches under the down tube on most any bicycle, just above the bottom bracket. Requiring only two velcro straps to attach, the Joey provides a viable solution for adding gear or water storage capacity to bikes without mounts at that position.

A layer of stiff foam against the back of the bag gives it structure and some padding when strapped to your downtube, and it’s covered in a grippy rubber material and shaped to hug cylindrical tubing. It’s constructed from VX21 X-Pac and uses a standard roll-top closure to avoid dealing with dirt covered zippers.

The compression molded dual density foam used in the contact panel provides just the right amount of structure to this bag, and the rubberized outer material paired with the silicon-coated straps do an excellent job of keeping it in place. For bikes without bottle mounts under the downtube, the Joey offers a nicely designed solution for adding a little bit more storage, for either gear or water.

• Weight: 130 grams (4.6 oz)
• Place of Manufacture: Oregon, USA

Rogue Panda Bismarck Bottle Bucket

• Type: Handlebar Bottle Cage
• Made of: X-pac/Cordura/plastic/etc
• Attachment: 2 Straps
• Bottle Size: Standard Bottle

Named after Bismarck Lake, a water source off of the Arizona Trail north of Flagstaff, the Bismarck V2 was completely redesigned in spring 2022 to be more secure and even easier to use. It features a Voile strap fork crown attachment, it can be mounted on either side of your stem, and they’ve added exterior pockets on all four sizes of the bag. There are three mesh pockets and one large drawstring pocket that can fit a 12oz can for even more hydration storage. It’s easily the highest-capacity stem bag available that we’re aware of.

• Weight: 127 grams (4.5 oz)
• Place of Manufacture: Arizona, USA

Tailfin SFM (Suspension Fork Mounts)

• Made of: Carbon, Rubber, Steel

Tailfin Suspension Fork Mounts – or SFMs for short – allows bikepackers to attach either two water bottle cages per fork leg, a water bottle and cargo cage combo, or any other variation. Two stainless steel button head bolts are also provided per SFM mount, covering you for two cages per side. And each set includes two mounts, which is enough for one fork leg. There are even two versions of the SFM available. One weighs just 82g per pair and uses a carbon fibre band, while the other tips the scales at 128g and is made from stainless steel.

The SFM clamps onto the fork using an a bolt and swivel-nut. Each ships with three rubber ‘chips’ of differing thicknesses, along with three bolts of differing lengths (20-35mm long), allowing proper sizing for a variety of forks. There’s also a nice instruction sheet and measuring bar that makes installation simple. You can find detailed rundown in our review .

While they’re not cheap, Tailfin has created a product with a high level of design, engineering, durability, and finish, and until you actually handle them and fit the SFMs, it’s hard to convey how well made they actually are. We think the SFM is perhaps one of the better and more elegantly designed options we’ve tried for use with a suspension fork. Logan and Virginia recently put nearly 2,000 miles on four pairs in Baja and Oaxaca, with no issues to speak of.

• Weight: 132 grams (4.7 oz)
• Price: $40 (per pair)
• Place of Manufacture: China

Wolf Tooth B-RAD Bases

• Type: Bottle Cage Mount, Alt Position
• Made of: Aluminum
• Attachment: Bolt or Zip Tie

Short for Bottle Relocation and Accessory Device , B-RAD was created to expand and maximize the potential of your bike’s preexisting bottle mounts. The system consists of three different machined 6061-T6 aluminum mounting bases—the B-RAD 2, 3 and 4—and a growing number of mountable accessories. Each base has several bosses and multiple cage locations, as well as a sliding slot mount to attach to your bike’s existing bosses. Among many other specific uses, each base can shift a bottle cage away from rear shocks, add room for tools or spare tubes below a bottle cage, or even provide space for a second bottle (or double bottles) on sufficiently long downtubes. In addition, Wolf Tooth provides rubber pads and zip ties so that the B-RAD bases can be attached to a bossless fork blade, suspension fork, or downtube.

• Weight: 26 grams (0.9 oz)
• Price: $19.95 (2-slot base)
• Place of Manufacture: Minnesota, USA
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76 Projects Water Bottle Spacemaker

• Type: Bottle Cage Adapter
• Made Of: Nylon
• Attachment: 2 Cage Bolts

As the name may suggest, the Water Bottle Spacemaker by UK-based 76 Projects offsets your bottle cage by 12-37mm to work around other cages or two make room for a frame bag. This mounting solution is ideal when running two bottles in a small frame or on full-suspension bikes. The Spacemaker is made from laser sintered Nylon and supplied with stainless steel mounting hardware. For additional storage, check out 76 Projects’ The Piggy —designed to neatly tuck a spare tube or repair kit under a bottle when space is limited.

• Price: $12.79

Adventure Hydration Cage Mount Adapter

• Made of: Plastic
• Attachment: Hose Clamps

From Adventure Hydration: “The Cage Mount Adaptor is a simple way to provide a mounting solution for all types of cages to fork legs, down tubes etc. Sure, they’ve been done before, but what is different about this ours is the V section underside which provides two lines of contact and so greater mounting stability. The Cage Mount Adaptor uses the same robust additive manufacturing process that is used for our Cranktank4 Caps, Tube Keepers and Wedgie. In fact, two prototypes have travelled both the GDMBR and the Tour Aotearoa. We prefer utilising stainless hose clamps to secure these to the bike but, equally, the old simple method of cable ties and self adhesive tape will do the job too. It includes: 1 Cage Mount Adaptor, 3 x 5 mm x 16 mm bolts plus washers and nuts, 1 Self Adhesive Rubber Strip”

• Price: $18AUD
• Place of Manufacture: Australia

BarYak Mule Kit

The BarYak mule kit works similar to the Wolf Tooth B-RAD system. The kit includes eight socket head cap screws, six heavy-duty UV cable zip ties, and two aluminum 17 x 3/8″ BarYak Mule. The system is rated at 175 lb tensile strength.

• Price: $97.95

BBB AdaptRail

• Type: BOTTLE CAGE MOUNT, ALT POSITION

Concerningly similar to Wolf Tooth’s B-RAD Bases, the BBB AdaptRail is a rail system that helps relocate bottles and other cargo to work around different frame sizes and bags, and open up new mounting points for extra bottles or gear. It comes in three different sizes, is made from aluminum, and ships with stainless steel hardware.

BBB DualMount

The DualMount is a solution for mounting two bottle cages side by side. The aluminum brackets can be mounted directly to standard bosses using the included mini rail, or strapped to a fork leg or tube using their HaulerMount. The brackets provide two standard cage bosses, offset just enough to run them side by side for when you need extra water capacity.

BBB HaulerMount

The BBB HaulerMount is a universal bottle cage strap that attaches directly to your bike using a wide, silicone-backed, velcro strap and a mount with standard bottle mounts. The actual mount is also backed with rubber so things don’t shift around.

BikePackers Foundry Bottle Cradle

• Made of: X-Pac / Nylon

The Bottle Cradle is a fabric top-tube mounted harness that can be used for quick access items like standard water bottles or larger Nelgenes. It is held in place with several velcro straps, and an adjustable elastic cord to keep the bottle in place. It is made in Canada using VX-21 X-Pac, polyester webbing, and plastic stiffeners. BikePackers Foundry also makes what they call the Straddle Bag , which is another option for adding some more accessible storage on bikes with limited mounts / bosses.

• Price: $55CAD
• Place of Manufacture: Canada

Cleaveland Fork Clamp Mount

The Cleaveland Fork Clamp Mount is designed to mount a Cleveland Everything Bag or other large bottle cages to your rigid fork, suspension fork, downtube, or anywhere else it may be useful. The all new hose clamp mount is locally CNC machined from 6061-T6 alloy with three M5 x 0.8 holes at 2.5 inch spacing. This allows it to mount any three hole cargo cage or a single bottle cage. The kit also includes three stainless steel hose clamps, 1.25” – 1.6255” diameter range – measure your fork ahead of time to make sure this will work.

• Weight: 57 grams (2 oz)
• Place of Manufacture: USA

Cyclewerks Bottle Cage Double Adaptor

• Type: Double Bottle Mount
• Made of: Stainless steel
• Attachment: 2 cage bolts

The Cyclewerks Bottle Cage Double Adaptor is a side-by-side bottle mount for maximizing your on-bike water storage. Each adapter is manufactured in Wellington, New Zealand, from corrosion-resistant 316 stainless steel. It is available in 45, 60 and 90 degree mounting options.

• Weight: 55 grams (1.9 oz)
• Price: $39.9
• Place of Manufacture: New Zealand

Decathlon B’Twin Bottle Cage Adapter

The Decathlon B’Twin Bottle Cage Adapter can be mounted to a handlebar, step, or even seatpost using it’s simple rotating clamp-on mount and standard bottle cage mounts. Works great with folding bikes or for make easily accessible bottles while riding.

• Price: £3.99

Decathlon B’Twin Universal Bottle Cage Mount

• Attachment: Straps

The Decathlon B’Twin Universal Bottle Cage Mount is a simple strap-on adapter for attaching bottle cages to bikes without mounts. The rubber straps make it easy to attach to most frames.

• Price: £2.99

DMR Hinged Clamp Bottle Cage Mount

• Made of: Alloy

DMR’s hinged clamps could be sexier with a more trim and sleek construction, but for the $3 price, they work well with steel bikes and come in 28.6mm, 31.8mm, and 34.9mm sizes to suit various tubing diameters. The design seems like a no-brainer for adding bottle bosses. Note that they reportedly work with only 10mm bolts.

DOM Monkii Cage and Clip

• Type: Oversized Bottle Cage and Mount
• Attachment: Hinged Clamp

The Free Parable (DOM) Monkii Cage is a universal bottle holder made of Polyamide nylon and designed to fit various bottle diameters. It holds larger capacity bottles with various shapes up to 50 oz (1.5 Liter). DOM claims it’s suited for “bumpy and tough roads, mountain biking, bikepacking and adventure cycling.” The cage includes two cleats for use with regular bottle bosses.

The Monkii Clip has two round cleats that fit their Monkii cage, Monkii frame bag, or Monkii wedge tool bag. It secures via a hinged clamp to any 25mm-38mm tube, such as frame tube, down tube, handlebar stem or fork leg. It has a maximum Load: 1.5 kg / 3.3 lb. Kit includes one adapter, one M5 25mm screw, one M5 50mm screw, and a rubber shim.

*Weight shown below includes both cage (34g) and clip (62g)

• Weight: 96 grams (3.4 oz)
• Price: $22 (cage)
• Place of Manufacture: Taiwan
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DOM Monkii Corset

• Made Of: Plastic
• Attachment: Clamp or Zip Tie

The DOM Monkii Corset can be used as a handlebar mounted cage adapter or can be mounted to larger tubes by removing the clamp and securing via the included zip ties. It’s constructed from nylon, has a max load of 1.5Kg (3.3lb) and weighs 39 grams.

• Weight: 39 grams (1.4 oz)
• Price: $22.95

DrJ0n Limpets

The Limpet is a fascinating new little product from Drj0n Bagworks, made specifically to mount accessories (racks, lights, bottle cages, etc) to smaller diameter tubes, like truss forks and seat stays. Similar to the Barnacle, it’s 3D printed in a hard plastic and clamps around the tube with a single M5 bolt and captive nut. The Limpet is available to fit 16mm, 18mm, 20mm, and 22mm tubes.

Elite L’Eroica Vintage Bottle Cage

• Type: Mounted Cage
• Made of: Aluminum/rubber/stainless steel
• Attachment: 1 Velcro Strap
• Bottle Size: 70 - 78mm diameter

Elite’s L’Eroica Vintage Bottle Cage is quite the retrofit. We’re not sure how many bikepackers are willing to forego their cockpit bags for this big honking bottle cage, but we thought we’d include it for the sake of being thorough. The vintage clamp-down cage holds any manner of contemporary beverage vessels.

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• Attachment: Zip Tie

The Elite VIP is made from 2 nylon PA 66 cable ties complete with anti-slip rubber shims and mounting bolts for your favourite bottle cage. It’s compatible with tubes from 1″ to 2.8″ in diameter and can be mounted virtually anywhere on the bike.

Fidlock Bottle Twist Bike Base Mount

• Made Of: Plastic/Magnets

Using a similar design as the Uni Base Mount, the Fidlock Bike Base Mount mounts to two standard bottle bosses to provide a magnetic attachment for Fidlock’s Twist magnetic bottles. “Even the smallest bike frames can now be fitted with a bike bottle due to the cageless magnetic system. Plus, with its flat and small design, it is perfectly integrated into the bike frame without standing out.”

• Weight: 16 grams (0.6 oz)

Fidlock Bottle Twist Uni Base Mount

• Made of: Plastic/magnets

The Fidlock Bottle Twist Uni Base Mount is used with Fidlock’s Bottle Twist bottles or BOA twist bottle gripper (sold separately) to create a magnetic-mechanical mounting system. The system does away with a conventional water bottle cage, allowing the bottle to be attached to any part of the frame. The bottle releases with a twist. We’re not sure how durable these would be on rough dirt roads, but if anyone has experience with them, leave us a comment below. The Uni base fits tubes 28-62mm.

Funner Bike Works Fork Link

• Type: Bottle / Cargo Cage Mount
• Made Of: Chromoly Steel

Funny Bike Works is owned and operated by Mike Wanner, who now lives in Bend, Oregon. Mike owned a bike shop for 16 years, studied welding for two years, and has built over 20 frames for himself and customers. He now offers a mobile bike repair shop in Bend, and has designed a mounting solution for suspension forks on the side. The Funner Bike Works Fork Link is a hand crafted 4130 Chromoly Steel adapter designed specifically for suspension forks with no mounts. It uses stainless steel hose clamps to mount the adapter to the fork’s lowers, providing a standard bottle mount and a three-pack mount for cargo cages. The Fork Link comes powder coated in emerald forest green, with a clear coat, and weighs 110 grams. They are available to purchase as a single Fork Link (with mounting hardware) for $70 USD, or as a package with two Fork Links, two Salsa Anything Cages, and all required hardware for $200 USD.

• Weight: 110 grams (3.9 oz)
• Price: $70 (Individual)

Giant Bottle Cage Adapter

• Made Of: CNC Alloy

Giant’s Bottle Cage Adapter uses a hinged clamp design for mounting cages onto tubes 34-36mm in diameter. They are made from a durable CNC 7075 aluminum alloy and cost just $14.99 CAD.

• Price: $14.99CAD

Granite Design AUX Bottle Cage and Strap Kit

• Made Of: Plastic / Rubber
• Attachment: Velcro Strap

Granite Design’s AUX Bottle Cage and Strap Kit is said to solve all your “why can’t I fit a bottle to my bike?!” woes. The AUX Bottle Kit includes a lightweight side-load bottle cage which can be bolted to standard bottle mounts or strapped on with their Strap Kit. The Aux Strap Kit uses silicone coated hook and loop straps and grippy rubber pads to ensure a solid fit on nearly any bike out there. Granite sells the cage alone, which weighs 23g, for $20.99 USD, or the entire kit for $27.99 USD.

• Weight: 23 grams (0.8 oz)
• Price: $27.99 (Cage + Strap Kit)

K-Lite 3D-printed Cage Adapter

• Type: Triple Cage Mount Adapter
• Made of: 3D-printed Plastic/steel
• Attachment: Zip ties or Hose Clamps

K-Lite 3D-printed Cage Adapter is a two or three hole cage mount for adding bottle cages or anything-style cages to a fork our under down tube. It attaches to the frame with zip ties or hose clamps.

K-Lite DobLar Adapter

• Made Of: 3D Printed Plastic/Steel

K-Lite’s DobLar Adapter is designed to double the mounting locations on forks with only standard two bolt bottle mounts. The DobLar Adapter can also be used on downtubes or anywhere else where you could use more storage. There are also several different slots for strapping gear on securely. It’s available in both a two bolt and three bolt version and 3D printed at K-Lite headquarters in Australia.

• Price: $25AUD (Short)

Kieft Racing Passport Water Bottle Boss Adapters

• Made Of: Aluminum

The Passport Water Bottle Boss Adapters from Kieft Racing mount into a standard bottle cage mount, but provide further adjustment to make room for frame bags or on small frames. They provide about 35mm of adjustment, include stainless steel mounting bolts, and are made from cast machined aluminum.

• Price: £11.99
• Place of Manufacture: Hampshire, UK

Kieft Racing Suspension Fork Cage Clamp Kit

• Type: Suspension Fork Mount
• Made Of: Plastic/Steel
• Attachment: Clamps

Made my Kieft Racing, the Suspension Fork Cage Clamp Kit contains six clamps to securely clamp two three-bolt style cargo cages onto your suspension fork. The kit contains all necessary hardware, including stainless steel bolts, spacers, anti vibration collars, soft mount rubbers, and even some clear Rhino tape to protect your fork. There are three different models designed specifically for the RockShox Bluto, Fox Forks, and standard RockShox forks. If you’re planning on just mounting standard bottle cages, there’s a Bottle Cage Clamp Kit that comes with two clamps for a bit cheaper.

• Price: £28 (Six Clamps)

Kieft Racing Truss Fork Clamps

• Type: Truss Fork Cage Mounts
• Made of: Plastic/steel

Made by Kieft Racing for Jones Truss forks, this kit allows you to mount a bottle cage or Anything cage on your Jones Truss fork. Purchase options include two clamps for a single water bottle cage, four clamps for two bottle cages, or six clamps for two Anything-style cages.

• Price: £28 (Six clamps)

King Cage Top Cap Cage Mount

• Attachment: Top Cap Bolt

King Cage has a unique option for carrying an extra bottle. The Top Cap Cage Mount is a simple, affordable, and easy to use solution that is made in the United States. Simply install it in place of your top cap and bolt on the cage.

• Weight: 9 grams (0.3 oz)
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M-Wave 2 Bike Bottle Cage Adapter

The M-Wave 2 Bike Bottle Cage Adapter is made from a single piece of aluminum alloy and bolts to any pair of bottle cage mounts to convert it to two pair. We haven’t used one of these yet, but it looks fairly simple.

Mount Skidmore Bottle Cage Adapter

Mount Skidmore’s Bottle Cage Adapter allows you to shift your bottle cage up to 2″ (5cm) up or down to find the perfect fit when running multiple bottles or a frame bag. It weighs just 38 grams, is made from 6061 aluminum, and comes in anodized black or silver. Those purchasing from the USA can buy the Bottle Cage Adapter through Rogue Panda Designs .

• Weight: 38 grams (1.3 oz)

Paragon Machine Works 2h2o Mounting System

• Attachment: Steerer Tube

Designed by Luis Lopez, a Machinist and Product Designer at Paragon Machine Works in California, the 2h2o Mounting System is a unique dual bottle mount that fits nearly any type of bike. The 2h2o Mounting System attaches to the bike’s steerer tube, taking the place of a stem spacer, and has two adjustable arms that allows for the mounting of two standard bottle cages or compatible cargo cages. Paragon says it’s designed to be “enjoyed within moderate riding conditions”, so we’re not sure how it well it would hold up on rough singletrack or bumpy terrain.

It uses a pin and slot design for linear and rotational adjustments so that mounted items can be optimally placed to maximize knee clearance and handlebar turning radius. It is machined in California from 6061 Aluminum, is rated for 2lbs per cage mount, and looks like it could be a clever solution for those with limited bag space or a cramped cockpit.

• Weight: 150 grams (5.3 oz)
• Place of Manufacture: California, USA

Problem Solvers Bottle Cage Height Adapter

The Problem Solvers Bottle Cage Height Adapter does just that. The height adjustable adapter provides 45mm of fore and aft adjustment for when your cage mounts just aren’t in the right place. The have a weight limit of a full 28oz water bottle, so don’t go loading it up with camping gear, and is made from aluminum.

• Price: $9.99

SKS Anywhere Topcage

• Made Of: Plastic/Rubber

The SKS Anywhere Topcage provides a simple mounting solution for frames without bottle cage mounts. Simply strap on the Anywhere Topcage, and you’re good to go! It uses two velcro straps, and rubber grips on the backside of the cage to keep things in place.

SKS Anywhere Water Bottle Mounts

• Made of: Plastic/Rubber

As its name implies, the SKS Anywhere bottle cage adapter mounts anywhere on the bike frame using velcro straps. The pair includes long straps for wider frame tube diameters from 50 to 80mm.

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SKS Bottle Cage Adapter

The SKS bottle holder adapter can be attached to the seat post, the stem, or about anywhere with its adjustable SKS quick-release mount system. It also pivots for angle adjustment.

Topeak Alt-Position Mount

• Type: Alt Cage Position
• Made of : Aluminum
• Attachment: 2 bolts/bosses

Similar to the Wolf Tooth B-RAD, Topeak’s Alt-Position Cage Mount provides a simple way to raise or lower water bottle cages so they can work better with frame bags, large bottles, other gear, or in tight spaces. It is a simple solution that can raise or lower a bottle cage by 32mm. Each mount measures 10.8 x 1.2 x 9 cm (4.3” x 0.5” x 3.5”).

• Weight: 25 grams (0.9 oz)

Topeak VersaMount Clamps

• Made of: Engineering grade polymer
• Attachment: Strap

Made of engineering grade polymer, Topeak’s Versamount clamps provide a pair of eyelets for an additional water bottle cage or other accessories. The band style clamp is made of engineering grade polymer and provides a pipe-clamp style worm-screw installation. The clamp fits tubes from 20-60mm and has a load limit of 1.5 kg (3.31 lbs).

Tubus Mid-Fork Eyelets

• Type: Rack Mount
• Made of: Aluminum/Rubber

While we haven’t seen these in use as bottle mounts, and it’s doubtful that Tubus would endorse them as such, it seems only logical that a pair could be used to mount a cage. Mid-Fork Eyelets bolt on and are available in two sizes: 20-32mm, and oversized 33-40mm. That said, they are likely a bit too heavy to justify for this application. And, at $24, they’re not cheap.

Twofish Quick Cage (24oz)

• Type: Mounted Bottle Cage
• Made of: Stainless Steel/Rubber
• Attachment: Velcro
• Bottle Size: 24oz Stainless

The 24 oz vinyl-coated stainless steel Quick Cage is specifically designed to hold reusable stainless steel bottles such as the Klean Kanteen. Otherwise, it holds bottles from 16 oz to 26 oz, including standard bidons and single-walled, insulated, or plastic bottles. The cage mounts with a single large velcro strap.

Twofish Quick Cage (32-40oz)

• Type: Mounted Oversized Bottle Cage
• Bottle Size: 32-40oz

The 40 oz vinyl-coated stainless steel Quick Cage is designed to hold large bottles like the 40 oz Klean Kanteen, a popular option amongst bikepackers. It also holds other bottles from 32 oz to 40 oz sizes, including a standard Nalgene. The cage adapter mounts with two large velcro straps.

Twofish Quick Cage (64oz)

• Attachment: 2 Velcro Straps
• Bottle size: 64oz/growler

The Growler Quick Cage is specifically designed to hold 64 oz stainless steel bottles. It’s available in two sizes, to accommodate either single-walled (64 oz Klean Kanteen) or insulated bottle made by manufacturers such as Klean Kanteen and Hydro Flask. The cage adapter mounts with two large velcro straps.

TwoFish Quick Cage (Standard)

• Made of: Stainless Steel/rubber
• Bottle Size: Standard water bottle

Goes on any bike, anywhere room is available on the frame or seat post. A convenient and cost-effective way to put a water bottle cage on a bike without braze-ons. Includes a 23oz water bottle with the Twofish insignia.

Twofish Quick Cage Adapter

• Attachment: Velcro strap

The Quick Cage Adapter has a flexible rubber block and hook-and-loop strap that loops around an aluminum bracket. This secures any standard cage onto downtubes, seatposts, or anywhere space is available, according to Twofish. We’ve heard pretty good reports on this solution, but have yet to try it.

Velo Orange Bottle Cage Clamps

Similar in nature to a pair of pipe clamps, albeit a bit more elegant, the velo Orange Bottle Cage Clamp is used to hold a water bottle cage on bikes without braze-ons. And, as with pipe clamps, they work best with cages that have elongated mounting tabs, such as the Salsa Nickless Cage. The VO Bottle Cage Clamp is designed to be used only on non-oversized frame tubes.

Velo Orange Handlebar to Bottle Cage Mount

The VO Handlebar to Bottle Cage Mount allows you to affix water bottle cages on your handlebars. They are constructed out of extruded aluminum and only fit bars up to 25.4mm.

• Price: $7.4

Vincita Stem Top Cap Bottle Cage Adapter

Bangok-based Vincita specializes in bike touring bags, racks, and panniers—with a strong focus on folding bike accessories and travel gear. Their Stem Top Cap Bottle Cage Adapter replaces your current stem cap to provide a simple two bolt mount for a standard bottle cage, has an adjustable angle, and is made from a lightweight aluminum alloy.

• Weight: 42 grams (1.5 oz)
• Price: $15.9

Wildwood Lower Mounts

• Type: BOTTLE CAGE MOUNT
• Made of: Nylon
• Attachment: Zip Ties

The Wildwood Lower Mounts are some of the lowest profile mounts we’ve seen. They attach to your fork using a zip-tie and are made from nylon so they should be strong yet lightweight. And in true Wildwood fashion, they are made in Canada!

• Price: $29.99CAD (Pair)

WOHO ANTI SWAY Saddlebag Stabilizer

• Type: Bottle Cage Mounts (2)
• Made of: Steel
• Attachment: Saddle clamp

Inspired by triathlon-style bottle mounts, the original WOHO Xtouring ANTI SWAY Bag Stabilizer was designed to eliminate saddle bag sway, or tail wag, due to heavy, large bikepacking seat bags. And, it offers two additional bottle cage mounts, an interesting solution for bikepacking routes or races in hot environments. See our full press release .

Wolf Tooth B-RAD Bottle Shift

• Type: Bottle Cage Mount/ Alt Position
• Attachment: 2 bolts

The B-RAD Bottle Shift is designed to make bottles easier to access by shifting the bottle cage 9mm outward and angled by 10°. It looks ideal for full-suspension mountain bikes, where the rear shock limits the amount of useable space in the front triangle. In true B-RAD fashion, slotted mounts help fine tune the position of the cage and offset mounting holes allow for a bottle cage and hand pump to be mounted side-by-side.

The B-RAD Bottle Shift is machined from 6061-T6 aluminum, weighs 24g, and has a load capacity of 1700g (3.7lb). The new mount retails for $19.95 and can be purchased from your local Wolf Tooth dealer or online from WolfToothComponents.com .

• Weight: 24 grams (0.8 oz)
• Price: $19.95

Wolf Tooth B-RAD Double Bottle mount

• Attachment: 2 bolts per pair

The B-RAD Double Bottle Adapter consists of two of slotted mounts designed to mount two water bottle cages side by side. The mounts require the use of a B-RAD base, typically the B-RAD 3 or 4. Theoretically, when mounted on the downtube, the B-RAD 3 or 4 moves the bottles up so they don’t interfere with your legs.

• Weight: 20 grams (0.7 oz)

Wolf Tooth B-Rad Everywhere Base

The Wolf Tooth B-Rad Everywhere Base is a simple velcro-mounted aluminum base, that can be strapped onto your frame to provide an additional mounting point. The velcro straps are silicone-backed to hold the base securely in place, foam pads with adhesive backings are included to protect your bike’s frame, and the Everywhere Base comes in both a two-bolt and three-bolt version—the latter being more appropriate for cargo cages and heavier loads.

• Price: $24.95 (Everywhere Base 2)

Zefal Gizmo Universal Mount

• Made of: Plastic/aluminum
• Attachment: Zip Tie straps

The Zefal Gizmo includes two clamps for mounting a single bottle cage. Each clamp has two zip-tie straps, a plastic mount with a threaded bolt hole, an M5 bolt, and rubber padding strips. The Gizmo fits tubing diameters from 15 to 75mm.

• Weight: 36 grams (1.3 oz)
• Price: $7.99

Adding Permanent Bottle Cage Mounts to Your Frame

If you aren’t up for clamping, strapping, or taping mounts to your frame, there are two ways to permanently add bottle bosses to your frame or fork.

Hire a Framebuilder

While it’s possible to have a carbon expert drill and glue bottle mounts in a carbon frame, and there’s likely a way to weld in bosses on an aluminum frame, both of those scenarios get pretty complicated. We won’t even get into it. However, if you have a steel frame, it’s pretty straightforward. We had bosses added to the underside of two v1 Surly Trolls’ downtubes (before they became a standard feature). It works like a charm and doesn’t cost too much. However, framebuilders are a busy lot, so you might have to wait. In addition, when deciding where the bosses are going to go, consider tire clearance when your suspension fork is compressed, if you run one. And, realize that brazing will damage the finish on your bike, which might require a repaint, or at least a partial respray.

Rivnut Bottle Bosses

“Rivnuts,” also known as rivet nuts or threaded rivet inserts, are one-piece, internally threaded tubular rivets that can be anchored from one side. To clarify, a rivnut attaches by way of a threaded tool that compresses it, buckles one side, and clamps it onto the panel into which it’s being riveted. If you don’t mind drilling your fork or frame, this is a good solution that can be implemented for a fairly reasonable price. We did it on a Surly Troll and rode it thousands of miles with no issue. Read about the process here . Note that one advantage to Rivnuts is that they don’t require a respray, but the disadvantage is they could rattle loose. Also, this process is best done on burly forks rather than ones that are lightweight and slender.

Attaching Bottle Cages to Your Bike (DIY)

In this Bikepacking Hacks video, Neil discusses the importance of mounts and cages and demonstrates six DIY methods of adding them to your bike. Watch that below and scroll down for a list of DIY methods

Hose Clamp Bottle Cage

Hose clamps (aka pipe clamps) are the most common method used to attach bottle cages onto suspension forks or a boss-less metal bike frame. We don’t recommend this method for a carbon fork, although we’ve seen it done with padding and a light touch. Hose clamps are measured in diameter, so you’ll need to calculate the tubing size plus the cage you’re clamping; I typically use a 3.0″ clamp on a fox 34 or RockShox fork (common suspension forks have a 1.75″ diameter) sandwiching a layer of recycled inner tube or electrical tape to protect the tubing. Tighten it enough to hold the cage in place (but not too tight on a suspension fork). Note that some cages work particularly well for this. Widefoot’s oversized cage has strap slots and Salsa’s Nickless Cage has slots through which the straps can be threaded. Others have tabs. With some cages, you might need longer pipe clamps to strap around the tubular rails.

Electrical Tape Bottle Cages

First seen in our list of Bikepacking Hacks , electrical tape is probably the safest and most trustworthy method of attaching standard bottle cages to a fork, downtube, suspension fork, or just about anywhere, even on oversized tubes. For a secure mount, use about 2/3 of a roll of electrical tape. The Lezyne Power Cages work great for this. To protect your frame, first apply a little tape where the cage will make contact. The cage shown above lasted close to 1,000 miles while bikepacking and trail riding all over the rugged southwest, and it was removed before showing any signs of wear. The great thing about electrical tape is that is comes off easily without residue.

Zip Ties and Tubes

Although this is our least favorite method for attaching a bottle cage to a fork or downtube, it can work with the right zip ties and appropriate load. While zip ties are strong, they’re not as strong as metal straps, and they have a tendency to dry rot and wear down over time. Either way, this method works. Use the beefiest zip ties you can find, and like the pipe-clamp method, sandwich cut pieces of recycled inner tube between the cage and tubing to prevent slippage and abrasion.

Voile Straps

Voile straps are highly useful for bolstering large water bottles in more flimsy cages, especially on very rough terrain. However, strapping a cage onto a frame with Voiles is also doable. You can do it with some cages that have slots big enough to fit the straps. Or, on oversized cages, you can simply strap on the cage, then strap the bottle to that. It’s a little messy, but doable. Note that it’s better for use with carbon or aluminum oversized downtubes.

Other Hacks

There are plenty of other hacks out there for attaching additional water bottle cages to your bike. Check out this tutorial for adding a carrier to a Tubus rack , and this method for utilizing a rack bolt to mount cages on the seat stay . And, although not really a hack, Bedrock Bags makes the Honaker for attaching a bottle to the downtube. You can also use almost any stem bag as a soft bottle cage.

As with our other Gear Indexes, please let us know in the comments if you are aware of another product or hack to add bottle cage mounts to your bike, or ways to carry an extra water bottle.

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Best bottle cages 2024 | 13 bike bottle holders rated by our experts

The best bottle cages in 2024, as tested by our team of experts

Warren Rossiter

Simon Withers

Bottle cages aren't usually the most exciting component on your bike.

Unless you're looking for something exotic to complement a boutique build (and you've got a huge wad of cash burning a hole in your wallet), most people just want something that does its job of securely holding on to one of the best cycling water bottles without too much fuss. If it can also complement the look of your bike, though, that's even better.

Sounds simple, right? Well, it really ought to be, but as a component that's relatively cheap and easy to produce, practically every manufacturer involved in cycling has had a go at it, and most experienced cyclists will have found some bike bottle holders are simply better than others.

Like any other component, bottle cages also come in a variety of different materials – from plastic and aluminium, which tend to be the cheapest, to carbon and titanium, which are inevitably more expensive.

Performance often depends more on the style and construction of the cage, rather than the material it's made of though, so don't assume a carbon bottle cage is better just because it costs more.

While some people swear by innovative solutions involving various types of magnets or studs, most people just want something simple that works with standard cycling bottles , and holds on to them securely over even the roughest terrain.

We've put together a list of our favourite bike bottle holders on the market in 2023, and included a variety of different styles and price points, so everyone should be able to find something to suit their budget.

The best bottle cages in 2024

Arundel mandible dtr.

• Price: £65/$75/AU$120
• Weight: 22g

Arundel’s 22g Mandible DTR stands for ‘down tube right’: its recommended position and access side. However, left-handed riders can switch the position with its seat-tube mounted STR sibling.

Made by wrapping carbon fibre over a foam core, the svelte design is far tougher than it looks, and both mounting options pair one round and one slotted hole for limited adjustment.

Bottle insertion is fast and smooth from the side, and the cage grips the bottle well.

Elite Rocko Carbon

• Price: £28/$50
• Weight: 27g

Elite’s 27g Italian-made Rocko is a modern version of the popular Cannibal cage, retaining its wide-mouth design and injection-moulded carbon construction that’s far stronger and lighter than fibreglass-infused resin.

Extra-long bolt slots ensure simple fitting, and with such a minimal structure, any bottle can be inserted from multiple angles, quickly centring and snapping into place.

Bottle retention is impressively secure, and it’s a great option for frames with limited internal space and riders in a hurry.

• Price: £16/$26
• Weight: 30g

The Ciro’s carbon shell and glass-fibre core keep the weight down on this minimalist, decently priced cage.

This cage worked well with all the bottles we tried, Tacx and otherwise. It comes in 20 two-tone, black-and-colour designs and in gloss or matt finishes.

Elegant, effective, tough, light and good value – that’s a lot to like.

Birzman Uncage

• Weight: 41g

Birzman’s tough 41g Uncage has an unfussy yet attractive design that’s formed from a high-polymer material.

Generous bolt slots ensure easy fitting, and the cage has great rigidity while also boasting enough flex to shrug off daily riding abuse.

Chamfered, angled edges guide all bottles in smoothly, with a solid click signalling complete engagement and two internal ridges keeping a reassuringly firm hold.

A supplied Velcro strap can be used to attach a spare tube and there are levers to a slot beneath the cage, too.

Elite Vico Carbon

• Price: £28.99
• Weight: 27.9g

Angular shapes, and a matt finish makes this cage at home on carbon frames.

It holds a 500ml bottle well, but is a little shaky with a heavier 750ml bottle when compared to other cages.

The slotted back offers 15mm of adjustability, enabling you to find space on your frame for two cages.

The Vico Carbon offers a distinct looks and carbon construction that's not overpriced.

Fabric Gripper cage

• Price: £15/$15/€15
• Weight: 38g

Fabric’s durable, fibre-reinforced nylon Gripper cage comes in four colours. Generous bolt slots ease fitting and the cage has great strength, while weighing only 38g.

The design’s retaining arms wrap around the bottle high up and continue separately until joining in a Y-shape at the base.

This permits flex that helps easy bottle insertion while providing security. The cage's engagement lip works best with Fabric and Specialized bottles, but holds everything well.

Lezyne Flow

• Price: £12.99
• Weight: 48.7g

An X-Grip design works well on bumpy roads, holding onto bottles with a tenacious grip, though the design means bottles must be pushed directly down into the cage.

The bolt holes have 10mm of adjustability, allowing the cage to be manoeuvred around frame bags .

The cage features a smooth, slick finish, as is expected on cages at this price point.

LifeLine Essential

• Price: £5/$10/AU$15
• Weight: 40g

Wiggle’s cycling bits-and-bobs brand LifeLine has come up with this elegant, bright design.

The Essential is made from tough polycarbonate plastic and comes in four glossy colours: black, blue, red and white.

It does what you need it to, keeping your bottle secure even over rough and cobbled roads, and represents very good value.

Topeak Ninja Master+ X1

• Price: £9.99
• Weight: 49.7g

Topeak's Ninja Master+ X1 features two tyre levers that lock into the cage. Though small, they are ample for clincher tyres, but meet their match on tubeless tyres.

The cage is also compatible with Topeak multi-tools .

The retention lip at the bottom of the cage is quite small, with large bottles sometimes breaking past with enough force.

Also tested…

The following bottle cages scored fewer than four stars in our test but are still worth considering.

Blackburn Cinch

• Price: £40/$60/AU$90
• Weight: 15g

The Cinch is very light, tight and available in four colours, including this fluoro yellow.

A pair of these skinny cages could trim 60g (over two ounces) compared with a pair of heavier models, so it represents a reasonable mass versus money trade-off for the weight-conscious rider.

In spite of that, we found it just as secure as heavier cages over bumps.

Bontrager Bat Cage

• Price: £10/$15/AU$20/€15
• Weight: 50g

If a bottle cage can ever be environmentally friendly, this simple-looking 50g cage could be it.

Made from nylon pellets created from recycled fishing nets collected in the coastal communities of Chile, the Bat Cage remains one of Bontrager’s oldest products.

With pairs of round and slotted mounting holes, it’ll fit any bike and the high, wrap-around arms and pronounced upper lip provide immense bottle security. However, this means it takes longer to insert and remove a bottle.

Lezyne Road Drive Alloy

• Price: £23/$25
• Weight: 43g

Lezyne's Road Drive Alloy is a little bit heavier than most, but it does include a Velcro strap and mounts for the Road Drive Mini pump (and works just as well with other, circa 17mm-diameter, mini-pumps).

Bottles are held firmly, but are easy to grab and replace, and the pump fitting is very useful. It also comes in six different colours.

Topeak Dualside

• Price: £15/AU$30
• Weight: 47g

Available in only two colours, Topeak’s Dualside isn’t that light, but it does have a couple of very neat tricks up its sleeve.

The name refers to the fact that the entry to the cage is slightly ‘offset’, thanks to a flippable frame.

This makes it easier if you always use the same hand to reach for your bottle, and is a real boon for smaller frames, where vertical clearance can be too tight for standard bottle cages.

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Trek is an American manufacturer founded in 1975 with the vision to create the best bicycles in the world. Trek fosters a culture of craftsmanship, where every bicycle is built with pride. The Trek FX Series are perhaps one of the most popular series of hybrid bicycles from the brand, largely owing to the versatility of the range. This series has a total of 9 bicycles that make up its portfolio. We got to check out the Trek FX 2, read on for a quick look at our thoughts on this bicycle.

Weight: 11.6 kgs

Category: Fitness/ Commute

Things We Like

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• Number of Colour Options
• Comfortable Handlebar Grips

Things We Don't Like

Frame - The Trek FX 2 is made using an FX Alpha Gold Aluminium frame.

Fork - This bicycle has a rigid alloy tapered fork.

Drivetrain - The bicycle is equipped with a 24-Speed drive train comprising of a Shimano Tourney front Derailleur and a Shimano Acera Rear Derailleur. This shifting is controlled by Shimano EF-500 shifters.

Brakes - The bicycle has Tektro linear pull, V-brakes.

Tires - This Hybrid Bicycle comes with Bontranger H2 700x35c which are attached to Bontranger Connection Rims

Unique Features - The bicycle frame is Duo Trap S compatible. Duo Trap S integrates a Bluetooth/ANT+ sensor into the frame, which enables logging one’s ride without the use of an external sensor. Additionally, the usage of Bontrager componentry across this bicycle adds to its overall appeal.

Others - The frame of this bicycle houses the mounting option for a single water bottle holder. It also has mounting options for mudguards and a pannier rack.

Colours - This bicycle is available in a wide range of 5 colour options – Matte Black, White, Royal Blue, Green and Red. The paint work on the bicycle we checked out appeared to be high quality.

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How to Carry a Water Bottle on Your Electric Bike

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No place for a water bottle on your electric bike?

A common problem with electric bikes is that there is no way to carry your water bottle with you. This is a serious problem because, contrary to popular belief, it’s possible to get a lot of exercise on an ebike. Of course, this means you need to carry a lot of water. This post will provide you with an easy and affordable solution for this problem – with no tools required!

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When I got my first ebike, I was disappointed to find that there was no way to mount a water bottle cage on it.

With a bike commute of well over an hour, there was no way I could manage without a water bottle. In fact, I usually need a drink of water within the first ten minutes. I tried carrying a water bottle in my pannier, but this was just way too much hassle. Who wants to stop and dismount every time you need a drink of water?

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The geometry of electric bikes.

This water bottle problem is caused by the unique geometry of electric bikes. The need to accommodate a motor and a battery often means that there is no space left on the frame for a water bottle cage.

Carry a water bottle on your electric bike with an SKS Topcage water bottle cage

The SKS system is a solution that has worked really well for Mrs. Average Joe Cyclist , and for me. We both have electric bikes that don’t have space for a water bottle cage. Hers is the Emotion Street 650 and mine is the Haibike XDuro Trekking Pro (which I reviewed here ).

We both find the SKS Topcage water bottle cage plus SKS water bottle work perfectly. The adjustable strap on the adapter means that it can fit almost any electric bike. You can swivel the bottle to a comfortable position so that you don’t bump it with your knees, or knock it off when you dismount. The whole system is very simple and installs in seconds, and you can take it off just as quickly. This of course means that you can use it on more than one bike.

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Sks provides a three-part solution.

Once on, it’s totally secure. It’s really a very clever, elegant, and cheap solution to the problem of how to carry a water bottle on your electric bike. You do have to buy three parts – adaptor, bottle cage and bottle. But seeing as the total cost is about $25, it’s really a cheap solution.

The SKS Bottle Cage fits perfectly on the Haibike Xduro Trekking Pro . Notice the adapter with the orange-striped strap and then the orange dot, then the black SKS bottle cage , and then the SKS bottle with its distinctive black and orange top. It’s an elegant three-part solution that stands up to wear and tear over time extremely well. I bought this system as an after-thought with my first electric bike, and have used it with every ebike I have owned since.

How the SKS Water Bottle System Works

There are three parts to this system: the adapter, the bottle cage, and the bottle. You can get all three parts quite cheaply on Amazon.

Part 1: First, you need an SKS bottle cage adapter mount that you attach to the head tube of your bike.

Part 2: Next, you need to mount the SKS Bottle Cage on the SKS adapter mount:

Part 3: Finally, you also need the SKS Cycling Sports Water Bottle . This bottle fits perfectly into the SKS Bottle Cage. The three parts together provide an ideal solution for carrying water on this and other electric bikes. Note that regular water bottles are a bit too thin for this bottle cage. You can use them, but they will rattle around a bit.

And that’s the entire kit you need to set yourself up with a water bottle on pretty much any bike.

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Camelbak solution.

If the SKS solution does not appeal to you, you could try getting a good CamelBak to carry on y our back. Just do not get one that requires two hands to release the valve and actually drink from it. These are useless for cyclists. Apart from those rare, talented cyclists who can cycle with no hands. I made this mistake, and the cheap CamelBak I ordered was useless.

Bottom line on how to carry a water bottle on your electric bike

Obviously, I  recommend the SKS system , which works perfectly for me and for Maggie. It’s a very rugged system that does not wear out with time and use. The second best solution is to find a CamelBak that works for you. The drawback is that I don’t personally find it very comfortable to carry your water on your back. Of course, millions of camels would disagree with me!

Good luck with sorting out your water supply on an e-bike situation.

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I’ve ordered Rail 7 after having a test ride bike for few days. I tried traditional bottle cages and also fidlock mount which neither worked. Which side load cage would be the best for a big bottle?  

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zaykay said: I’ve ordered Rail 7 after having a test ride bike for few days. I tried traditional bottle cages and also fidlock mount which neither worked. Which side load cage would be the best for a big bottle? Click to expand...

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This was the Bontrager one our LBS fitted when my wife collected her Rail 7. It won’t fit our standard bottles only a little one I used for my tools. No idea what model it is though.  

• Dec 29, 2019

PS you’ll never get a 750ml full sized bottle there!!  

Hell I thought the Altitude was snug, that Rail is a tight squeeze for a bottle...  

And that’s a large frame too!  

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Good Times said: Bontrager (older one) you can switch to be either side exit. With the Camelbak Podium Chill 620ml it JUST fits. I used frame tape to stop it scuffing. You can use the non-insulated one (second pic) 620ml which is a couple of cm shorter if you’re worried. Click to expand...

I would say that’s the latest equivalent. Mine’s about 4 years old and I think they’re a little different now. But works a treat, bottle doesn’t shift ever.  

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• Dec 31, 2019

Crap! I bought a normal cage and bottle the other day and haven’t had a chance to fit it yet. As I have a medium I guess I’m going to be shit out of luck.  

Randomscruff

• Jan 8, 2020

Can anyone tell me if a full size bottle fits inside the medium frame? Thanks, Scruff  

Randomscruff said: Can anyone tell me if a full size bottle fits inside the medium frame? Thanks, Scruff Click to expand...

Camelbak Dirt fits, but you'll need a side entry bottle cage.  

I ended up to install Cannondale SSL bottle cage since that was the only available side load cage in my local store. 500ml Tacx Shiva bottle fits with plenty of clearance so I guess it would work also with 600ml (21oz) bottles. Material of the cage seems brittle and it also sits too high on screw hole shoulders. I will order a better one later. Especially after testing the Fox DHX2 coil shock where the cannister hits the cage when close to bottoming. Need to find a better one. Those Bontrager Sideswipes are hard to find.  

I'm considering to test either Cube: CUBE Bottle Cage HPA-Sidecage - black anodized or Giant: Giant Airway Comp Right Hand Sidepull Cage - black/grey  

I reckon the Giant one looks the go. Looks like you could slide it in about halfway down. The Bont you still need to insert from fairly high up, hence taping the top tube.  

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• Jan 13, 2020

I’ve got this one on my Stumpjumper, and was going to put the same on my Rail when it arrives. Zee Cage II – Right | Specialized.com It’s pretty much in from the side, and then push it down about 1cm to lock it in place. Been using it for almost 3 years, and never had an issue or a bottle fall out!!  

• Jan 19, 2020

• Jan 24, 2020

Wish I’d had read this yesterday.... just got one of those topeak ones with the pouch. Just about possible but not great do going to hold onto that for my back up ride. Doomed to ride with a pack of dome sort. Also on a rail 7 which after one ride I love, but it does lift on climbs so was hoping to go away with pak weight  

Hannibal said: Wish I’d had read this yesterday.... just got one of those topeak ones with the pouch. Just about possible but not great do going to hold onto that for my back up ride. Doomed to ride with a pack of dome sort. Also on a rail 7 which after one ride I love, but it does lift on climbs so was hoping to go away with pak weight Click to expand...

p3eps said: My Stumpjumper has SWAT (a big compartment in the downtube) where I stored a spare tube, pump, tools etc. I’ve actually bought a small pack for my Rail so that I can carry all my bits. It has a bladder, so I was going to try it this weekend with some water in it and see how I get on as I haven’t got a bottle cage yet. First time on the bike... and first time ever riding with a back pack! Click to expand...

Hannibal said: Yes I’ve just come off an enduro with swat. Hopefully trek will come up with something like the levo but with a tool or storage on the side of the cage Click to expand...

p3eps said: I have a feeling the bottle cage from my SJ with the SWAT multi tool attached to the bottom would fit / work with the Rail as it’s side entry. It’s the wrong colour for my Rail... plus I vowed not to steal bits off that bike as I’m still going to use it!! Click to expand...

• Jan 25, 2020

Hannibal said: Would be worth a try though just do you know and possible provide a solve to this problem Click to expand...

• Jan 27, 2020

• Jan 28, 2020

p3eps said: Here’s the Specialized cage off my Stumpy - complete with SWAT tool attachment. The bottle is a Camelback Podium, and is slightly bigger than standard... and it rubs when in. A standard sized bottle would be fine. Why did Trek decide to put the screws so far up? They could have easily been an inch lower down the frame, and bottles would have fitted without issues! View attachment 25053 Click to expand...

Hannibal said: Well at least it just about works. Some cages have slight adjustment and could slide down a bit. I think I will get a camelbak flow belt after all that Click to expand...

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Best Bike Water Bottle Holders

Proper cycling hydration is very important to avoid serious muscle fatigue and cognitive delays. Image source: Pexels.com

We all know it’s important to stay hydrated on a ride, but what is the best bike water bottle holder to use?

Whether you ride mountain bikes, road bikes, or prefer leisurely rides on a hybrid, carrying water is important. But there are so many different cages and ways to carry the water you need, so we’ve put together a handy list of the best water bottle cages so you don’t have to search yourself!

Read on below for the best bottle cages to suit a variety of bikes.

Related: Water Bottles vs Hydration Packs

Where to carry a water bottle on the bike?

There are plenty of places to mount your water bottle holder on your bike.

Depending on the bike it may have multiple mounting point options, with bikepacking/gravel bikes generally having the most options. However, the optimum place to mount your bottle depends on the type of riding you’ll be doing. For example, if you’re riding downhill mountain bike trails, it’s probably best you don’t mount the bottle to the bottom of the down tube in case it strikes the trails.

However, some mountain bike frames simply don’t have the space to mount a water bottle cage due to the rear shock placement, so having more than one mounting point helps avoid riders having to take water in hydration packs for example.

In essence, there will always be somewhere on your bike you can mount a water bottle cage, it’s just a case of finding which place is best suited to your riding style and frame.

How to Choose the Right Water Bottle Cage?

So now you know where you want to mount your water bottle cage, but how do you choose which is best for your needs?

Whether you ride a road bike and are weight conscious, or ride an e-bike or a city bike and need something convenient for your ride to work, there are plenty of bottle cages to choose from. Before we get onto the list of best water bottle cages below, let’s take a look at the different factors involved in choosing the best one for your needs. 

• Weight   –  For those of us that are weight conscious with our bike components, carbon fiber bottle cages are the way to go. They do, of course, come at a higher price than their aluminum or plastic counterparts, so it depends on how much you value weight saving over cost. Plastic is also lightweight, but much cheaper than carbon. 
• Ease of access   – You can buy bottle cages that are meant to be accessed from the top or from the side. The side access cages are ideal for those with bikepacking bags that make it difficult to access the cage from the top. Additionally, there are bottle cage options that can be mounted and accessed from the handlebars – perfect for that flask of coffee on the commute. 
• Materials   –  Older bottle cages were made from steel and aluminum and were little more than bent metal. These simple designs are still available but have paved the way for plastic and carbon water bottle cages to grow in popularity, particularly in road biking circles. 
• Size – Most bottle cages come as a standard size, and can hold bottles with up to 750ml of water. You can, however, buy bottle cages with extendable holders so you can fit wider bottles and even flasks of coffee in your cage. 

Specialized – S-Works Carbon Rib Cage III

Best Specialized bottle cage

• Material: Carbon
• Aerodynamic profile
• Easy in-and-out accessibility
• Weight: 24g

If you’re conscious about the weight of the components you add to your bike, then a carbon fiber bottle cage is a great addition to your bike.

Even if you’re not too keen on having to use a bike water bottle cage, this extremely lightweight (24g) option from Specialized will have you fit it and forget it’s even there. Not only is it lightweight but it’s designed with aerodynamics in mind, keeping a smooth profile in line with your bike’s frame so mounting a bottle won’t slow you down. It’s also easily accessible and you won’t have to worry about the bottle slipping out on a bumpy road as the split design provides preload so that the bottles stay put.

Overall, an expensive choice but ideal for those who value weight savings on their bikes.

Buy from Mikesbikes.com

Bontrager – Pro Bottle Cage

One of the best bike bottle cages

• Full carbon construction
• Secure bottle retention
• Lightweight alloy mounting screws
• Weight: 29g

Another fantastic bicycle water bottle holder is the Bontrager Pro .

With a lightweight carbon fiber construction, 29g to be precise, it sits nicely at a median price point but remains light enough to be considered for hill climb specialists and weight-conscious riders. Bontrager has gone for the minimalist approach with the design of the Pro, but it doesn’t compromise on the retention abilities of the cage.

It comes in a wide variety of colors, including Black, White, Red, Charcoal, Orange, Azure, and Carbon smoke so you can match it to your bike and make it stand out, or go for black and the stealthy look.

Buy from REI.com

Blackburn – Clutch

Best water bottle cage for mountain bike

• Designed for off-road use
• Weight: 45g

Designed for the rigors of off-road riding, the Blackburn Clutch is a fantastic mountain bike water bottle holder option.

Its side access makes grabbing the bottle while you’re riding really easy, and makes it a great option for those with full-suspension bikes where the rear shock is mounted within the front triangle or below the top tube. The cage is available in both left and right side entry, and its carbon fiber construction makes it lightweight and sturdy, ideal for when you’re riding the rough stuff and need your bottle to stay put!

A mid-priced option great for the off-road user, or those with smaller frames that struggle to fit bottles in with top access cages.

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Bontrager – XXX Bottle Cage

One of the most lightweight cycling water bottle holders

• Weight: 20g
• Reliable retention

Here is another Bontrager water bottle cage but this time, its focus is primarily on weight.

One of the lightest production water bottle cages on the market, the Bontrager XXX sits at 20g thanks to its full carbon fiber construction. The secure bottle retention is designed for road cycling, and the cage comes with recessed mounting bolts to allow for better derailleur clearance if mounting on the seat tube.

It comes in two colors, Matte White and Matte Black, and is great if a slightly expensive option for those who count every gram on their bike.

Buy from Trekbikes.com

Tacx – Deva

Road bike water bottle cage

• Material: Carbon-reinforced nylon
• Manufacturer warranty: 2 years
• Weight: 35g

This Tacx bottle cage is one of the most versatile on the market.

A lightweight, carbon-reinforced nylon construction is ideal for road cycling as the cylindrical shape holds the water bottles tightly even over cobbled terrain. A manufacturer warranty of two years means you can ride with confidence that if any issue were to arise out of the use of the cage, you would be covered for two years in case you need a replacement.

It’s lightweight and competitively priced at only $20, and it comes in a wide variety of colors to suit your personality or your bike!

Buy from CompetitiveCyclist.com

Silca – Sicuro Titanium

Titanium water bottle cage

• Material: Titanium
• Silca Shield Warranty for 25 years
• Weight: 30g

Premium Italian brand Silca brings style and function to the table with their Sicuro Titanium bicycle water bottle cage.

One of the few titanium bottle holders available on the market, this stylish accessory weighs only 30g adds Italian flair to your bike. Although it’s relatively expensive, at $70, the product comes with an extended warranty of 25 years , which is far more than most manufacturers offer.

Costly, but a simple and secure way of transporting your water bottles on your bike.

Electra – Wired Can Holder with Koozie

Best handlebar water bottle holder

• Materials: Alloy cage, neoprene koozie
• Attaches to 22.2mm handlebars
• Weight: 113.4g

The Wired can holder with Koozie is designed and manufactured by the American electric bike brand, Electra .

This odd-looking bike drink holder uses an aluminum cage to attach to your bike’s handlebars, to make drinking soda a much easier affair. The neoprene koozie keeps the drink cold so you can focus on riding until you’re ready to drink.

This nifty idea is available in a few different patterns so you can truly personalize your bike.

Public Bikes – Trieste Bike Coffee Cup Holder

Best handlebar coffee cup holder

• Clamp diameter: 22.2mm
• Suitable for 12-16 oz cups

Another great handlebar attachment bike cup holder is the Public Bikes Trieste Bike Coffee Cup Holder .

It was brought to market after the designers couldn’t find anything secure enough for them to carry their takeaway coffee cups via their handlebars. The simple design keeps the cups nice and secure so you don’t need to worry about the cup falling out, and it’s kept in place by an internal soft-grip lining.

A great price for a great product, the Public Bikes Trieste Bike Coffee Cup Holder is a great option for those who want to carry their drinks on their handlebars and not worry about splashing.

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Two Fish – Original Quik Cage

No screws are needed to mount this water bottle holder

• Material: Stainless steel
• Mounts anywhere
• Weight: 25g

The Two Fish Original Quick Cage gives you the choice of where you want to mount your water bottle cage.

This water bottle cage mount requires no screws or bolts, unlike many others, meaning you can place it wherever there is space on your bike! It’s lightweight at only 25g and strong thanks to the stainless steel construction. Ideal for cyclocross racers who when they’re racing need to remove bottle cages, but want to run them during training.

It mounts using a secure hook-and-loop strap that can be tightened around any point on the bike frame where there is space.

Portland Design Works – Lucky Cat Water Bottle Cage

Best kids’ water bottle holder

• Material: 5052 Alloy
• Great fit on smaller bike frames
• Weight: 91g

Don’t think that we’ve forgotten about what the kids can use!

This Portland Design Works Lucky Cat Water Bottle Cage is a super cute accessory for kids’ and adult bikes alike. It uses a single piece of 5052 aluminum to create a secure place to keep a water bottle on your bike, as well as looking adorable.

A great option for those with smaller frames or those with less clearance, it’s a relatively cheap option although it is quite heavy.

Bontrager – Bat Cage

A classic water bottle cage made from recycled ocean plastics

• Material: Nylon
• Weight: 48g

Another Trek bottle cage to add to the collection is the Bontrager Bat Cage .

Manufactured using composite recycled ocean plastic material, it’s a fantastic choice for the environmentally conscious rider. It is cheap, too, at only $15, but the weight is compromised as it weighs 48g.

Trek market it as an almost indestructible bottle holder, which will prove valuable if you ride over any rough stuff.

XLAB – Delta 105

Best saddle bottle cage

Don’t worry, we haven’t forgotten about the triathletes in our midst.

This Amazon bike water bottle holder is ideal for those riding TT or triathlon bikes as it hides behind the rider, and thus doesn’t impact your aerodynamic drag as much as a frame-mounted bottle. In addition to triathlon, it’s a great place to store another bottle when you’re on long training rides.

This new version is, according to XLAB , an improvement on grip force on the bottle by over 60% on the original versions, making it great value for money and easy to access while on the bike.

• Weight: 6.4 ounces

Buy on Amazon

How to install a water bottle cage on a bike without the mounts?

Unfortunately, not all bikes come equipped with bottle cage mounts.

Or, they do, but the frame is a tad too small to be able to access the bottle properly. Luckily, some ingenious manufacturers have designed the following solutions so you can mount a bottle to any bike:

• Twofish quick cage adapter from JensonUSA
• Use clamps or cable ties
• Kbrotech Water Bottle Cage Holder from Amazon
• TriSeven Premium Cycling Saddle Cage Holder from Amazon

There are plenty of bottle cages on the market today.

From simple mounting straps to more advanced handlebar holders, you are bound to be able to find a bottle cage or mount suitable for your riding needs and bike frame. For the weight conscious, there is carbon fiber, and for the rest of us, there are plenty of plastic options that keep the bottles secure without costing a fortune.

We hope you’ve found our list helpful and it’s given you some inspiration about mounting your own bottles to your bike for your next ride.

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Water bottle location

• Thread starter Voscow
• Start date Jun 28, 2021
• Jun 28, 2021

Hell all you NCM owners. As you know the location of the water bottle is far from ideal. Here is my solution! Attach water bottle to 1 or both chainstays where the rack hole is located. Use one bolt and a zip tie to secure it from swivelling into your spokes. Pic attached  

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Voscow said: Hell all you NCM owners. As you know the location of the water bottle is far from ideal. Here is my solution! Attach water bottle to 1 or both chainstays where the rack hole is located. Use one bolt and a zip tie to secure it from swivelling into your spokes. Pic attached Click to expand...

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mjeds said: under/behind seat bottle cage holders are far better and safer, and you can reach them while riding. Click to expand...

Bitmugger said: But then my water always tastes like farts Click to expand...

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