![\"image\"](\"https://rssglue.subdavis.com/media/b6/b67542a57d69ff49486351abf3a51f4aab9cc0e704d361a5ca118f69736b5ee5.jpg\")
https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tpknms
\n\n\nFor a while I was admiring these shorts (that I can’t find anywhere) and some rapha ones in the same color and was just so frustrated on not being able to find my dream bike shorts in stock.
\n\nThen I remembered I can make things.
\n\nSO looking for recommendations on 4 way stretch Lycra in this color or if anyone has experience dying Lycra?? (and any advice for someone working with the fabric for the first time)
\n\nThanks so much in advance!!
\n\nEdit: thanks for the info! For context I’m an experienced sewer just haven’t sewn Lycra yet. It’s also a bit of a passion project so I’m fully aware it may not be pretty the first or second run but I’ll learn a lot if nothing else :) I’ll likely start by making a sports bra and a few other things before the shorts to get a hang of the fabric. Thank you!!
\n⬆️ 60 points | 💬 31 comments
","metadata":{"score":81,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tpay72","title":"Finally went from CLO 3D to finished bag!","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tpay72/finally_went_from_clo_3d_to_finished_bag/","author":"dickangstrom","published_at":"2026-05-27T16:37:28+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tpay72
\n\n\nI've been sewing bags for 2-3 years now, and I've mostly used existing patterns or made hand-drafted ones, but I'd never modeled an accurate bag in 3D until this project.
\n\nI've been taking CLO 3D classes through Parsons / TheNewSchool, and I've learned how to sew in 3D as a result. The classes are heavily focused on garment construction, but the same principles can be applied to bag-making.
\n\nI chose to model a Disc Golf bag, since I've made one before. I was able to design the panels, \"sew\" them together, generate a PDF pattern, print, cut, and assemble the bag without too many issues. Made some bonus wallets from the scraps.
\n\nThere are definitely some gotchas when modeling bags in CLO, such as having to simulate the bag standing up by adding internal pressure, as well as disabling gravity sometimes. This can give the bag kind of a \"marshmallow\" or \"jumping castle\" look.
\n\nI wanted my shock-cord zipper pulls to be accurate, and I had no idea how to do that in CLO, so I used Blender to model the pulls as bezier curves with a texture applied, then exported as a glb file.
\n\nThe pattern isn't quite ready for release yet, but I plan to make a revision, build one more, then release the pattern for others to use. Let me know if you're interested in the comments, and I can ping you when I release it.
\n⬆️ 192 points | 💬 19 comments
","metadata":{"score":284,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tp5caj","title":"Another X11 pack","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tp5caj/another_x11_pack/","author":"Tu-ka_Chinchilla","published_at":"2026-05-27T13:18:29+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tp5caj
\n\n\nReally liking this colour!
\n\nI've got plenty of fabric to make a few of these if anyone is interested.
\n\nEdit: By the above I mean if you’re in the UK I have a lot of X11 and would be happy to share.
\n⬆️ 53 points | 💬 18 comments
","metadata":{"score":62,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tp3xqi","title":"Made a crossbody out of an old EMS 4500 backpack!","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tp3xqi/made_a_crossbody_out_of_an_old_ems_4500_backpack/","author":"ThrowRAcks","published_at":"2026-05-27T12:21:40+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tp3xqi
\n\n\nVirtually everything on it it repurposed material from the old backpack. The only thing that isn't is the shoulder strap! The plastic inside was becoming really sticky and one of the shoulders straps had a huge rip on the webbing so I'm happy with what I managed to save!
\n⬆️ 45 points | 💬 4 comments
","metadata":{"score":45,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1toyijl","title":"MYOG Chalk bucket","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1toyijl/myog_chalk_bucket/","author":"ThorsFather","published_at":"2026-05-27T07:39:55+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1toyijl
\n\n\n\n\n⬆️ 48 points | 💬 5 comments
","metadata":{"score":69,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1toqrsg","title":"Revamped my 111w","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1toqrsg/revamped_my_111w/","author":"TyL3nc","published_at":"2026-05-27T01:25:46+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1toqrsg
\n\n\nWell. My paint has many flaws and my striping as well.. but I had so much fun with this project. I have never refinished a machine to this extent. I did new wicks/felt throughout the machine and cleaned and polished as much as possible. It runs like a new machine now and it runs much nicer after swapping the pulleys to gear it down.
\n\nGot everything assembled and timed yesterday, did my first stitches in the evening.
\n\nCan't wait for the next project!
\n⬆️ 44 points | 💬 9 comments
","metadata":{"score":47,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tobtgc","title":"Beer Sling with Fidlock Slider","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tobtgc/beer_sling_with_fidlock_slider/","author":"Adam40Bikes","published_at":"2026-05-26T16:18:36+00:00","content":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis was my second try making a beer sling optimized for ease/speed of sewing. It's essentially a long zipper pouch with foam and a shoulder strap.
\n\nI meant to take more pictures but gave it to a friend too soon so I have to settle with this video.
\n\nThe pattern is a 23\"x11\" rectangle and is sewn flat to avoid fussing with small circles or gussets. I sewed the outer and liner together, cut it 1\" from the top, slid in the foam, and sewed in the zipper to make a large rectangular zipper panel. This allowed a single piece of foam to give it a rounder shape when turned out and limited the number of seams.
\n\nOnce the zipper was on I tripled stitched the strap to each side and folded the whole thing in half length wise. Then the three sides were sewn and finished with 1\" poly herringbone.
\n\nI'm super happy with the end result. I wanted something slim enough to hold cans and I knew trying to sew a cylindrical bag that small of diameter would not work for me. It holds the shape nicely when full and there's not too much wasted space at the ends.
\n\nOuter:600d vinyl backed polyester
\n\nLiner: 3.9oz ripstop
\n\nStructure: 1/8\" closed cell foam - 21.5\"x8.5\". Inserted before sewing on zipper.
\n\nThe zipper is installed 1\" down from the top. 21.5\" zipper with double slide.
\n\n1.5\" seatbelt webbing with Fidlock Slider buckle.
\n⬆️ 119 points | 💬 21 comments
","metadata":{"score":245,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1to259i","title":"Thought I was the first person to think of an expandable zipped gusset… (inspo came from a suitcase)","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1to259i/thought_i_was_the_first_person_to_think_of_an/","author":"rollinguinell","published_at":"2026-05-26T09:49:46+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1to259i
\n\n\nWas so stoked as I built this thinking I had pioneered a new feature, oh to be ignorant hey. Either way pleased with how it came out. Also experimented with a retractable stabiliser strap system which I designed and 3D printed, idea being it would slide along some soft rails. It doesn’t work well at all but I reckon the bones are there for a V2 at some point.
\n⬆️ 168 points | 💬 17 comments
","metadata":{"score":225,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tnjzw0","title":"Proud of my new homemade slippers! 🛠️","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tnjzw0/proud_of_my_new_homemade_slippers/","author":"unypack","published_at":"2026-05-25T19:54:59+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tnjzw0
\n\n\nI made my own slippers to wear around the house and I’m proud of it! I wanted something comfortable, so I decided to use what I had on hand: backpack straps, discarded EVA foam, and cobbler’s rubber. It’s not really the style you’d see out on the street, but for lounging around the house, it’s perfect. Who else makes this kind of DIY stuff?\"
\n⬆️ 93 points | 💬 4 comments
","metadata":{"score":94,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tmkjnq","title":"My second bike frame bag","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tmkjnq/my_second_bike_frame_bag/","author":"sa-fety","published_at":"2026-05-24T18:43:50+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tmkjnq
\n\n\nStoked on how my latest frame bag turned out. Keep this one simple only add one large inside pocket.
\n⬆️ 37 points | 💬 3 comments
","metadata":{"score":38,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tmk7w3","title":"Rounded VS Boxed corners - which one's better?","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tmk7w3/rounded_vs_boxed_corners_which_ones_better/","author":"CrazyCacatoe","published_at":"2026-05-24T18:31:30+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tmk7w3
\n\n\nI've been reworking my designs and have made one of the new pouches today.
\n\nThe one with the rounded corners is the improved version, the one with the boxed corners the old one.
\n\nI kinda like the rounded one better, but the corners are tricky to sew and don't really keep shape that well, how can I improve this? And which one would be the better option going forward?
\n\nI feel like a boxed one with laminate instead of webbing would go hard as well.
\n⬆️ 130 points | 💬 29 comments
","metadata":{"score":131,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tmht22","title":"Top tube bag","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tmht22/top_tube_bag/","author":"JoePro42","published_at":"2026-05-24T17:03:55+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tmht22
\n\n\nI needed a larger top tube bag for my spares and a pump. The bag turned out nicely… but since I went for a tight fit, in the end it was very tight, to fit the pump.
\n\nHowever, the bags fits the pump, a spare tube (700x40) and a set of tools. Yes, I know that most people use the top tube for bars and snacks, a phone and such. But I needed a place for the pump. The Topeak pump comes with some holders, that replace the bottle holder (instead of being place at the side of the bottle). Total rubbish.
\n\nNormally I use daisy chains, but this time I wanted to go for velcro sewn into place. Even though it limits the options, surpisingly I kind of like it this way.
\n\nThe net on the outside was a quick idea, that I got, when I found the leftover bit in my stuff. Normally I would go for something slightly larger.
\n⬆️ 61 points | 💬 2 comments
","metadata":{"score":66,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tmf8ml","title":"Made my first prototype frame bag... and sewed the zipper backwards.","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tmf8ml/made_my_first_prototype_frame_bag_and_sewed_the/","author":"mikel_me","published_at":"2026-05-24T15:27:09+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tmf8ml
\n\n\nI needed a frame bag for my first ever high altitude climb and have layers of clothing available during the day, so I had to rush a frame bag project.
\n\nSome of the lessons for the next time:
\n\nOne tip that I had seen was to clip the bag in the 90 degree corner seams as I show in the 3rd photo overnight. I did help a lot to give a shape to the bag.
\n\n(4th photo of the bag in the Grossglockner High Alpine Road in Austria, 10/10 experience to do at least once in your life).
\n⬆️ 61 points | 💬 10 comments
","metadata":{"score":71,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tlxdc9","title":"Growing habit of modifying things into crossbody bags...","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tlxdc9/growing_habit_of_modifying_things_into_crossbody/","author":"ThrowRAcks","published_at":"2026-05-24T00:51:47+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tlxdc9
\n\n\nBeen a really great way for me to learn!
\n⬆️ 203 points | 💬 16 comments
","metadata":{"score":203,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tl2esd","title":"Hand stitched Messenger bag.","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tl2esd/hand_stitched_messenger_bag/","author":"shaaruken","published_at":"2026-05-23T01:33:49+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tl2esd
\n\n\nHand stitched from a 2-3oz Veg Tanned hide.
\nMagSnap closures
\nMinimal Design Japanese inspiration.
\nSeatbelt strap and simple SR plastic buckle.
\nSnaps were covered with a reflective “leather” material.
\nI made a wallet with this leather two years ago to see how it forms a patina. Huge difference.
\nStill need to add my logo and added some loops for possible add on/ retainer strap.
\nCheers.
⬆️ 55 points | 💬 3 comments
","metadata":{"score":57,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tkreud","title":"Tech Pouch","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tkreud/tech_pouch/","author":"pprosail","published_at":"2026-05-22T18:24:05+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tkreud
\n\n\nLearn MYOG Tech Pouch with XPac VX21 RFID shell from RBTR, and UltraGrid in bronze from Rockywoods for the lining and zipper pocket. The side pockets are Venom Mesh. Of all my projects, the tech pouch is the most appreciated by my friends and family.
\n⬆️ 718 points | 💬 37 comments
","metadata":{"score":731,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tkqxo4","title":"Tech Pouch","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tkqxo4/tech_pouch/","author":"pprosail","published_at":"2026-05-22T18:07:57+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tkqxo4
\n\n\nLearn MYOG Tech Pouch with XPacVX21RS RFID from RBTR for the shell, and UltraGrid in bronze from Rockywoods for the lining and zipper pocket. The side pockets are Venom Mesh. Of all of my projects, the Tech Pouch is the most appreciated by my family and friends.
\n⬆️ 153 points | 💬 4 comments
","metadata":{"score":155,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tklcob","title":"Post trip portage pack reflection","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tklcob/post_trip_portage_pack_reflection/","author":"sugarshackforge","published_at":"2026-05-22T14:54:21+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tklcob
\n\n\nOne of my favorite parts of making my own gear is the post-trip review and the iterative changes that result from it. I just got back from a great canoe trip in Killarney Provincial Park, paddling the channels around Philip Edward Island. I brought my newest version of my canoe portaging pack, which I call the Moose River, and a pack designed to connect to the bottom of a canoe seat.
\n\nThe Moose River
\n\nThe idea behind this pack is to have serious volume for all the comfort gear you can get away with bringing on a canoe trip. The main compartment alone is 95 liters, and that doesn't include the brain or the side pockets. I wanted it to carry well while portaging under a canoe and have grab handles for moving the pack in and out of the boat.
\n\nOverall I think this pack was a success. It carried better than any canoe pack I've made or used before. Everything fit easily, and the exterior pockets gave me spots for miscellaneous stuff I wanted to access on the go. The x-frame using ash splints for structure worked wonderfully. It transferred weight well to the hip belt and kept the pack from collapsing. The brain was also a highlight: it protected the contents of the main compartment and gave me a spot for anything I needed to reach quickly.
\n\nWhat didn't work
\n\nI love the look of torpedo pockets (tapered tube-shaped side pockets), but I didn't find them that functional. They were either too small or too big for whatever I wanted to put in them, and anything I did store there could just as easily have gone in the brain or inside the pack. I'm going to replace them with standard stuff pockets on the next version.
\n\nThe grab handles gave me trouble. I used an hourglass stitch to attach them, and I noticed stress concentrations at the corners of the hourglass that were stretching the fabric. I'm going to look at alternatives, probably a box-X stitch or bartacked webbing, that distribute the load better.
\n\nIn theory I like a roll top closure, but in practice I much prefer a cinch collar. For a canoe pack the roll top makes sense for water resistance, but I'm wondering if a cinch closure with a liner would be adequate. Curious if anyone has run that setup on a canoe pack and how it held up.
\n\nI'm also going to remove the lash tabs on the bottom of the pack. Having two lash points down there turned out to be unnecessary.
\n⬆️ 65 points | 💬 5 comments
","metadata":{"score":64,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tkhe0k","title":"Convertible backpack inspired by u/Silent_Ice1602","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tkhe0k/convertible_backpack_inspired_by_usilent_ice1602/","author":"ThrowRAcks","published_at":"2026-05-22T12:22:48+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tkhdnt
\n\n\n\n\n⬆️ 39 points | 💬 1 comments
","metadata":{"score":39,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tkeis2","title":"Convertible Sling","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tkeis2/convertible_sling/","author":"Worried-You9307","published_at":"2026-05-22T10:06:34+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tkeis2
\n\n\nMade a convertible sling a while back and forgot to post it here.
\n\nIt’s heavily inspired by the Cotopaxi Allpa X sling, but with a couple of alterations to meet my taste and use case.
\n\nFor EDC it is used with a regular strap, that can be attached with wiregated g-hooks. Initially I wanted to make a strap with an integrated shoulder pad, but I didn’t get to it (yet?).
\n\nFor trekking use, the padded wings can be folded back and tucked behind the back padding. It then can be used to close the hip belt of my backpack, using Siamese silk clips. Or it can be used by pushing the hip belt through the channel behind the back padding. But so far I’ve only used it as a hip belt closure.
\n⬆️ 112 points | 💬 16 comments
","metadata":{"score":113,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tka7ew","title":"His & Hers Porter Duffle Bags","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tka7ew/his_hers_porter_duffle_bags/","author":"maybedeathisagift","published_at":"2026-05-22T06:08:57+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tka7ew
\n\n\nI made these for my dad and his gf for Christmas last year and they were very well received. This is a fantastic pattern. The accompanying tutorial video was very well done. Fabric is Ecopak EPX200 from Refasten. Pattern is the Porter 35 Duffle from LearnMYOG.
\n⬆️ 153 points | 💬 7 comments
","metadata":{"score":156,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tjnswr","title":"Travel tray","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tjnswr/travel_tray/","author":"Robopping","published_at":"2026-05-21T15:21:37+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tjnswr
\n\n\nInspired by the Tom Bihn travel tray, and this post:
\nhttps://www.reddit.com/r/myog/s/V7imHlQNYJ
Flower fabric is water resistant/waxed cotton, green top is from an old tent, white interior is bits of fairly rigid fabric (either water resistant poly or curtain blackout lining). Contrast stitching because i was too lazy to change thread!
\nThe sides are nicely structured but not totally rigid, I did self main fabric binding of the base seam allowance (on exterior) to structure the base.
⬆️ 91 points | 💬 10 comments
","metadata":{"score":91,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tjlajo","title":"Messing around with some X11","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tjlajo/messing_around_with_some_x11/","author":"Tu-ka_Chinchilla","published_at":"2026-05-21T13:55:37+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tjlajo
\n\n\nFinally got my hands on some X-Pac X11, although had to order an obscene amount to get it in the UK. This is the first pack produced using it.
\n\nReally happy with the final results!
\n⬆️ 233 points | 💬 22 comments
","metadata":{"score":227,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tja61l","title":"Hiking pillow case from sweatpants","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tja61l/hiking_pillow_case_from_sweatpants/","author":"t0esnatcher","published_at":"2026-05-21T04:54:48+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tja61l
\n\n\nAfter seeing a post on here recently of a pillowcase made from fleece, I knew exactly what to do with my least favorite sweatpants.
\n\nAfter cutting off the factory seam, the back panels were *just* wide enough to cut two pieces to match my pillow when uninflated. I added no seam allowance to the pieces, stretch stitched with about 1/4\" allowance, and serged. It's a snug enough fit to be just slightly fiddly to get on. If I did it over, I may have cut in the corners a bit closer.
\n\nI opted for an envelope closure for simplicity and ease of washing. The overlap sits right around the valve so I can deflate the pillow without taking it off. I think the velour finish on the pillow should keep it from sliding too much, but it is yet to be road tested.
\n\nThis cover brought the pillow from 72g to about 113g or about 4 oz-- probably wouldn't make sense for ultralight backpacking, but that's not my style.
\n⬆️ 51 points | 💬 2 comments
","metadata":{"score":54,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tizdkv","title":"Car Camping Window Cover","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tizdkv/car_camping_window_cover/","author":"mattwabrams","published_at":"2026-05-20T21:17:33+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tizdkv
\n\n\nHey Folks,
\n\nI made a post a few weeks ago about making window covers and through the magic of Reddit got put in touch with Jameson at RBTR. I played off his design and his gracious feedback to work on this version for my Subaru. Shoutout to Dutchware and RBTR for carrying quality myog supplies. Pretty happy with how it turned out, but might tweak a few things for a second version. Giving it a test run at the gunks this weekend!
\n⬆️ 330 points | 💬 24 comments
","metadata":{"score":329,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tirwq5","title":"Dyneema CT5K.18","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tirwq5/dyneema_ct5k18/","author":"Frantek718","published_at":"2026-05-20T17:04:10+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tirwq5
\n\n\n\n\n⬆️ 38 points | 💬 8 comments
","metadata":{"score":38,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tih7ug","title":"My first projects","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tih7ug/my_first_projects/","author":"Frantek718","published_at":"2026-05-20T10:09:59+00:00","content":"\n\n
Tyvek 1443R
\n⬆️ 65 points | 💬 3 comments
","metadata":{"score":65,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tieuv9","title":"First post! Used Recycled plastic bags to create an Ultra light Camping chair","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tieuv9/first_post_used_recycled_plastic_bags_to_create/","author":"Apprehensive-Quit-34","published_at":"2026-05-20T07:57:42+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tieu36
\n\n\n\n\n⬆️ 21 points | 💬 5 comments
","metadata":{"score":338,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1thyjkm","title":"I am so proud of this chalk bag I made!","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1thyjkm/i_am_so_proud_of_this_chalk_bag_i_made/","author":"ok_julip","published_at":"2026-05-19T20:02:10+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1thvob8
\n\n\nSeveral people on r/sewing pointed me to this sub! I love it here already. You all are amazing and I’m looking forward to following for more inspiration!
\n⬆️ 152 points | 💬 6 comments
","metadata":{"score":210,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1thbte3","title":"Made a knife for a friends 30th","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1thbte3/made_a_knife_for_a_friends_30th/","author":"chrisfeldi","published_at":"2026-05-19T04:16:17+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1thbte3
\n\n\nBlade is bought, but handle and sheath is made by me. Brass, birch burl, horn and antler. Nipped the blade while shaping the handle and didn't grind it out completly and many other flaws. But he loves it!
\n⬆️ 25 points | 💬 4 comments
","metadata":{"score":125,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1th6q5s","title":"Project pics","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1th6q5s/project_pics/","author":"AnxiousSteaks","published_at":"2026-05-19T00:32:00+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1th6q5s
\n\n\nI really liked the bellroy lite sling, so I made my own version with better colours. It’s a bit simpler with no front pocket. But I didn’t like the front pocket honestly, it never felt big enough for anything useful. This is a cool shape and i learned a lot making it!
\n⬆️ 153 points | 💬 17 comments
","metadata":{"score":307,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1th0onr","title":"Tlaloc zipper pull","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1th0onr/tlaloc_zipper_pull/","author":"fromplanetnamek","published_at":"2026-05-18T20:45:41+00:00","content":"\n\n![\"image\"](\"https://rssglue.subdavis.com/media/83/83e18a1f35bb44a93b1610917be519192ef04ff28bbb99fb0adc2dd018ea9b11.jpg\")
Reddit suggests posting this here so here it is.
\n⬆️ 20 points | 💬 0 comments
","metadata":{"score":21,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tgo6wc","title":"15L Bike Pannier Bag","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tgo6wc/15l_bike_pannier_bag/","author":"mamoocando","published_at":"2026-05-18T14:23:18+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tgo6wc
\n\n\nNow that spring is here I wanted a pannier bag for my bike to go to the market and found this free pattern from Prickly Gorse. I had almost all of the materials on hand and added in a zippered pocket on the outside.
\n\nI bought a garage sale sign from the Dollarama for the back support material and the caribiners, but that's it! I'm excited to try it out.
\n\n300D waterproof canvas from Zipper Valley.
\n\n1 inch webbing from Lens Mill
\n⬆️ 24 points | 💬 0 comments
","metadata":{"score":95,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tgn62i","title":"Ideas For Reusing Old Sleeping Pads??","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tgn62i/ideas_for_reusing_old_sleeping_pads/","author":"igmaino","published_at":"2026-05-18T13:46:43+00:00","content":"\n\n![\"image\"](\"https://rssglue.subdavis.com/media/f4/f481604ba2f3cf08279ef3c5c0afbf2dc9b2431b24a2ff0fef754bdf2a97b9d9.jpg\")
I have two double wide insulated sleeping pads that have both failed. The manufacturer has taken care of us, but doesn't want the pads back.
\n\nI'm trying to come up with ideas for what to do with the fabric.
\n\nI made an insulated tote the other day but still have a lot of fabric. Also, my little domestic machine really struggled once the layers started adding up, so getting across the finish line took some patience.
\n\nAny ideas would be appreciated.
\n\nOr if anyone wants the material for a project I'd be happy to donate.
\n⬆️ 24 points | 💬 7 comments
","metadata":{"score":38,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tgiebz","title":"ISO- met a hiker at water source, Catskill Slide Wilderness","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tgiebz/iso_met_a_hiker_at_water_source_catskill_slide/","author":"Imhereforthesewing","published_at":"2026-05-18T10:24:27+00:00","content":"\n\n![\"image\"](\"https://rssglue.subdavis.com/media/f4/f4d48205ab658dc5748c0049054f31e8b5db27031bd26f0298cdc93e94ffeed5.jpg\")
⬆️ 18 points | 💬 0 comments
","metadata":{"score":22,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tfz5fr","title":"Made the Finn Sling Bag by Kandou!","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tfz5fr/made_the_finn_sling_bag_by_kandou/","author":"UrWrldBby","published_at":"2026-05-17T19:25:37+00:00","content":"\n\n![\"image\"](\"https://rssglue.subdavis.com/media/c0/c0249ddebc1369759ff820267f1a16aaba2d29b2a11b99d9f073be92ed406499.jpg\")
⬆️ 19 points | 💬 0 comments
","metadata":{"score":22,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tfs2vc","title":"This is why you don’t buy cheap machines","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tfs2vc/this_is_why_you_dont_buy_cheap_machines/","author":"510Goodhands","published_at":"2026-05-17T15:06:07+00:00","content":"\n\n![\"image\"](\"https://rssglue.subdavis.com/media/9d/9d54b36c80af3a75e5485c45c1fec266d85880d44fbefca5119f4af554595a2a.jpg\")
One night at the maker space, I worked on two different sewing machines. One was a mid 70s singer machine. I spent about an hour cleaning and lubricating it, and it worked like new after that.
\n\nThe machine in the photo add an issue that my expert friend and I could not figure out. This is what it looked like over 90 minutes later, with two of us working intently on it. We never did figure out what was wrong with it, and it probably still looks like this.
\n\nFriends don’t let friends buy $200 plastic sewing machines! They are virtually unrepairable, even in the opinion of technicians at a local sewing machine shop I go to occasionally.
\n“I’m sorry, it will cost more to repair it than the machine is worth.” I actually witnessed that conversation.
⬆️ 37 points | 💬 15 comments
","metadata":{"score":246,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tfp6qd","title":"Alpine backpack","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tfp6qd/alpine_backpack/","author":"Sporkito","published_at":"2026-05-17T13:12:34+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tfp6qd
\n\n\nHello everyone,
\n\nI present to you my Alpine 35 LT.
\n\nTL;DR
\n\nI have owned and used many backpacks, but never really found the perfect one for my use case. This one was aimed at alpine climbing in the Alps, hike & fly, and fast & light ski missions.
\n\nI wanted it to be as light and minimalist as possible, climb really well, and still carry well enough for long approaches with a lot of gear or skis. It also had to be bomb proof. Also, I’m quite tall, 193cm, so I wanted a great fit.
\n\nI like a 35L backpack in the mountains. It lets me keep everything inside the pack, including rope and helmet, without being so big that it becomes awkward, annoying, or encourages me to bring way too much stuff. Because I’m quite tall, it does not feel huge at all.
\n\nTo keep it as minimal as possible, the sides, front, and bottom are all made from the same panel. There are no pockets besides the shoulder strap pockets, which I really like in the mountains for hydration and food without stopping every 5 seconds.
\n\nThe shoulder strap shape was made by covering my torso with painter’s tape, drawing the shape, then digitizing it. You need someone to help you with this. The fit ended up being excellent.
\n\nI used 420D ripstop nylon for the whole backpack. Cheap and strong. I also doubled the bottom part for extra robustness and ski-carry strength.
\n\nI wanted a structure that checked a few boxes:
\n\nI ended up with a first structure, let’s call it V1, made from 6mm tubular aluminium. It meets the hip belt in the center, to maximize movement between hips and torso, and forms a sort of cane shape. The idea was to avoid barreling at shoulder level, create a direct link with the load lifters, avoid too much stiffness, and keep it light. No foam or plastic!
\n\nThe hip belt is simply a full-wrap 38mm webbing belt. It links very strongly with the frame. Not the most comfortable, but it does transfer weight quite well when cinched down tight.
\n\nAs you’ll read in the “crash test” section, that frame was a bit too weak, at least for ski + boot carries. I built a second version, V2, that is similar but with a second vertical member. This makes it twice as strong, with symmetrical loading on the shoulders, while seemingly keeping the same flexibility. I can’t wait to test this new version on a real mission.
\n\nThe backpack can carry 2 ice axes or ice tools and/or skis.
\n\nIce axe: the usual bungee-based system found on many backpacks. I like it a lot: it’s light, not much can break, it works for trekking poles, and the tools are anchored very solidly.
\n\nSkis: the mini daisy at the bottom is reinforced with a double layer of 420D and takes a Voile ski strap perfectly. I also added small webbing loops next to the load lifters, so the top compression strap can loop around the skis and be fixed very strongly to the frame itself. This works on both sides. The result is a very solid carry. The best I’ve had on any backpack. It feels fused with the backpack and frame, with no wobbling.
\n\nI was hoping for sub-700g. Let’s just say I was quite happily surprised to see 455g, with structure V1, when I finished the pack. It is now 475g with structure V2.
\n\nI climbed and skied Gran Paradiso in a day last weekend using the backpack. We had around 1000m D+ of ski carry out of 2100m total. It was still using structure V1.
\n\nClearly, that was too weak for skis + boots + gear. The horizontal part of the structure bent much more than I expected, leading to asymmetrical loading on the shoulders and not enough strength. I believe it would have been much better with structure V2. That being said, I feel like the backpack carries really well for its weight. Very significantly better than my Blue Ice Dragonfly 34, for example, and a bit better than my Arc’teryx FL30. And that was with structure V1.
\n\nAnother thing I wanted to test was whether going without foam or plastic would be ok. Clearly, you have to organize the backpack a bit better than one with a rigid sheet, but with the frame sitting in the middle for half the backpack, it is more than ok! I expect structure V2 to be even better in that respect, as the only badly placed gear I could feel was in the “void” of structure V1, below the unsupported part of the horizontal bit.
\n\nOne thing that surprised me was how well it skis. I expected it to fly around on the way down: hip belt only linked in the middle, no compression straps. However, it skied significantly better than my Arc’teryx Khamski. I suspect this is thanks to the very direct frame / hip belt link, and the semi-vest-style shoulder straps.
\n\nMy next build will be a ski touring / ski mountaineering backpack. Similar idea, but with a few changes:
\n\nI’m hoping for sub-800g :)
\n⬆️ 98 points | 💬 5 comments
","metadata":{"score":223,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tfmiuj","title":"Finished my front rack bag","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tfmiuj/finished_my_front_rack_bag/","author":"backstitch_","published_at":"2026-05-17T11:10:28+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tfmiuj
\n\n\nThe weather is finally good enough to take my bike for a ride and show you some pictures of my front rack bag.
\n\nBase measurements are roughly 35x40cm height ist ~43cm.
\n\nThe bottom part is made out of XPac X11, Front and back are padded with 10mm recycled foam and the sides with 5mm Eva foam. The bottom has a plexiglass plate for rigidity.
\n\nLining is XPac V15 and the rolltop is 1.43oz DCF I got out of a RBTR grab bag.
\n\nAdded a bit of V15 on the outside for the attachment flaps.
\n\nIw would have preferred some binding on the inside seams at the bottom but the 10mm foam with the other fabrics maxed out my machine and I'm not the best at binding anyways.
\n\nThe webbing straps can be used as carrying handles as well if you want to take the bag with you.
\n\n\n⬆️ 71 points | 💬 3 comments
","metadata":{"score":146,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tfaugp","title":"Custom camera from found, thrifted, and abandoned materials","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tfaugp/custom_camera_from_found_thrifted_and_abandoned/","author":"LtCommanderWiggles","published_at":"2026-05-17T00:58:09+00:00","content":"\n\n![\"image\"](\"https://rssglue.subdavis.com/media/bd/bd56b32eeb8523e6532846dc2eb816ed3c3a58abec74f81ceccb0c10d47458df.jpg\")
I’ve always loved learning and building and I’ve been wanting to get up and close to flowers to catch their detail, but I don’t have the gear to do what I want.
\n\nSo I’ve been working on this custom camera made from parts harvested off other cameras and a cigar box for a body to get large format macro cyanotypes of flowers.
\n\nThis is the test fit to make sure the image can cover the film plane fully. Hopefully next week I’ll have the foam core replaced with actual bellows and the wax paper replaced with ground glass.
\n\nI’ve learned a ton about camera mechanics from this project.
\n⬆️ 30 points | 💬 5 comments
","metadata":{"score":87,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tf37a0","title":"Dyneema pack rain cover+","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tf37a0/dyneema_pack_rain_cover/","author":"KingCaptHappy-LotPP","published_at":"2026-05-16T19:30:56+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tf37a0
\n\n\nGot my first order of .51oz dyneema from RSBTR and made a rain cover for my pack. Added loops at each of the 4 corners and edges, along with an elastic draw string.
\n\nWorked great to keep my pack dry on a trip I just got back from in Dolly Sods West Virginia.
\n\nAlso made for a great dry clean space to throw my stuff while unpacking and packing my bag, along with a clean area to change socks/clothes.
\n\nWith some of the extra material I made a pot sack and spork holder, both with drawstrings.
\n\nLove working with this material! Taped the seams before sewing with double sided tape so that they were perfect, then sealed the outer seams to encourage water resistance. Used a long (3.5) seam length with a looser (3-4) than normal tension on my Brother machine.
\n\nVery happy with how they worked and stood up to use on their first outing!
\n⬆️ 71 points | 💬 9 comments
","metadata":{"score":110,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1teuftr","title":"3D Printed UL/Breathable Spacer Mesh","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1teuftr/3d_printed_ulbreathable_spacer_mesh/","author":"nbphotography87","published_at":"2026-05-16T13:58:08+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1teuftr
\n\n\nI want to share my progress in pursuit of material that is UL, breathable, and could replace the spacer mesh/padding used in components that contact the body.
\n\nHere is my attempt Nashville-Style Running Vest Shoulder Straps and my own design fast belt for my 30L DCF pack. 3d printed PEBA padding with a backing of 1oz/yd Monolite ripstop. More monolite on top and various other materials I threw together from scraps. I’m pretty new to sewing and threw these together in a hurry. I printed a 1mm thick solid top and bottom border to the padding separated by rafting that I cut out to create a channel to wrap the fabric edging and webbing before binding all together.
\n\nShoulder sections and fast belt are 6mm thick while the vest is 4mm. The shoulder straps (19”) weigh 101g (3.6oz) with all hardware as seen. The fast belt weighs under 52g (1.83oz).
\n\nI understand that the monolite may be the weakest link here, although I don’t have much experience with it. Searched pretty hard for a similarly breathable mesh with UHMWPE ripstop but couldn’t find anything. I think binding around the edges would help but I did not want the weight penalty. My base weight is under 9lbs so I am rarely carrying more than 20lbs at a time. These will be used in summer months when my pack is its lightest.
\n\nPEBA is a nylon based thermoplastic with properties similar to TPU, but higher rebound, lower density, and greater chemical and temp resistance.
\n\nFilament makers have recently introduced foaming agents to the material that is heat sensitive; allowing for variability in density and shore hardness based on the nozzle temperature.
\n\nHappy to answer any questions
\n⬆️ 81 points | 💬 21 comments
","metadata":{"score":122,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tepb23","title":"I went from finding stuff to making stuff","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tepb23/i_went_from_finding_stuff_to_making_stuff/","author":"BreathWonderful3379","published_at":"2026-05-16T09:57:06+00:00","content":"\n\n\nI always go round my neighborhood picking out stuff from my neighbor's trash bin (Not really trash though, just stuff they throw away) I didn’t get into this thinking I’d start making stuff, but well, here we are . At first it was just about finding things that still worked like appliances or gadgets. A couple of weeks ago, I pulled out a torn bag full of scraps, metal bits, old zippers, and what I think was neoprene fabric from some damaged gear. It looked like junk, honestly. But I took it home anyway. Call me the trashman…….lol😂
\nI ended up turning some of it into a weird little storage pouch. It’s not pretty, doesn’t look like those fancy kind you’d find on Alibaba or Amazon or even in local stores, but it works, and I made it out of things that were literally in a dumpster just hours before. That feeling is hard to explain.
\nIt kind of changed the way I see stuff people throw away. There’s so much potential sitting there if you’re willing to look at it differently. Not everything though, obviously some are just trash. But you won’t believe the kind of stuff people throw away.
\nAnyway, does anyone else actually make things from what they find? I would love ideas, because I’m starting to collect more than I probably should.
⬆️ 18 points | 💬 4 comments
","metadata":{"score":18,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1teoewr","title":"Modified FamilySew Zigzag","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1teoewr/modified_familysew_zigzag/","author":"BerkeleyTrue","published_at":"2026-05-16T09:05:53+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1teoewr
\n\n\nI recently acquired a familysew for a good deal off craigslist. I originally intended to use as is, but I found it difficult to keep the needle going without giving it all gas. I also really disliked how reversing/stitch length mechanism worked. I had to loosen it a lot to be able to switch to reverse, but it would then work itself loose while I was working. No bueno.
\n\nI watched a video of a guy who modified his with the sailrite spring and added the ez set. He didn't really explain how he did it or show how it was done. I was going to get the monster wheel anyways so I decided to order the spring and ez-set as well.
\n\nI had hoped to find the sizing info of the spring independently but no luck, so I included a ref photo of the spring for those who might want to try their luck somewhere else. Sailrite doesn't charge much for the spring but shipping and tax adds up.
\n\nI was able to find some video on sailrites youtube channel of the bottom of the machine. I could see what looked like the feed regulator spring hooked into the case, so I could see approximately where to drill a hole in the case. Also, in the schematics for the ultrafeed you can see where the other end of the spring inserts into the feed regulator.
\n\nI got to work, drilled the holes for the spring. Also decided to modify the familysew regulator a bit so it wouldn't interfere with the spring when it's in full reverse.
\n\nUnfortunately, the familysew feed regulator pivot and the interface to the casting is very rough. Also, the crank for the shuttle is very close to the casting, so backing it out too much interferes. I backed it out as much as I could.
\n\nThe ez set install had a few hiccups as well. The arm that comes in the ez set kit is a size or two smaller than the familysew arm. The screws holding the old plate seem to be much shorter than what would come from sailrite, there was no threads left when using the star washer and the plastic keeper. The familysew screws are also a weird size (#6-40), and my local ace had #6 only in 32. I was able to get the ez set to screw on just fine without the additional hardware. I also grounded the knurled knob so it wouldn't interfere with the ez set plate.
\n\nThe monster wheel went on easily, it's was a direct swap for the wheel that was included. I was able to increase the foot pedal setting, it's definitely easier to control than before but it's still a bit ruff.
\n\nThe familysew is definitely an inferior machine to the sailrite. There is some resistance when the needle is transitioning from the lowest point that isn't consistent and seems to increase when the stitch length is at it's maximum. I don't know much about sewing machines but I'm pretty mechanically inclined and I enjoyed tinkering with it, trying to make it smoother.
\n\nI bought the machine with the intention of doing some automotive upholstery, but I would also like to make some motorcycle bags, I'm glad I found this subreddit and I'm happy to share.
\n\nedit:
\n\nto clarify, the resistance I'm feeling isn't a grinding or metal on metal kind. It's feels like a binding resistance. I've been able to reduce a bit with some changes to crank for the feet lift. I still think the timing of the feet crank is off. I haven't found any reference material for the driving and reverse mechanism so I'm making small tweaks here and there to see how they effect the movement. I was hoping to get some more feet lift but that seems to be limited by the cam on the upper crank arm.
\n⬆️ 17 points | 💬 3 comments
","metadata":{"score":22,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1te1b9a","title":"My own plein air oil painting easel. At 2.5lbs, it weighs as much if not lighter as the best of the competition yet has a drawer for storing brushes and a lid that can store wet canvas. Took a long time to design and 3 weeks to build!","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1te1b9a/my_own_plein_air_oil_painting_easel_at_25lbs_it/","author":"Ok_Temperature6503","published_at":"2026-05-15T16:25:02+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1te1b9a
\n\n\n\n\n⬆️ 130 points | 💬 7 comments
","metadata":{"score":225,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tdblah","title":"How to get rid of wrinkles?","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tdblah/how_to_get_rid_of_wrinkles/","author":"ride-Neutral","published_at":"2026-05-14T21:16:36+00:00","content":"\n\n![\"image\"](\"https://rssglue.subdavis.com/media/a6/a6729ce43610029211b324f41670d0e9ebb2279d555a6ea1a3b7d139c77a69fc.jpg\")
This might be a dumb newbie question but how do you get rid of wrinkles and folds on coated fabrics like this robic or X-Pac? I opted for the cut and fold option when I bought it coz it is cheaper but now I don't know how to get this out.
\n⬆️ 19 points | 💬 20 comments
","metadata":{"score":19,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tczyhx","title":"Knitted sweat towel","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tczyhx/knitted_sweat_towel/","author":"koos-tall","published_at":"2026-05-14T14:31:10+00:00","content":"\n\n![\"image\"](\"https://rssglue.subdavis.com/media/3e/3e6a27bdf9029acecaefbb566645d582c8cdd7aa58f7d5484ff097660f62acf7.jpg\")
I don't see a lot of knit or crochet stuff here, so thought I'd add my improvised sweat towel.
\n\nThis is the second iteration. I chose wool because I'm using it for sweat I didn't want it to smell. I used slightly bigger needles for a loose knit so it would \"catch\" more water and dry out more quickly. I chose a seed stitch (1 knit, 1 purl) so it would lay flat.
\n\nIt measures around 17cm X 30cm and weighs 22g.
\n\nThe first iteration I crocheted it. It was around the same weight but it was much smaller (face towel size) and was too dense.
\n\nI'm much happier with this knitted iteration. Recommend if you have a lot of wool laying around. Since it's just a seed stitch it's beginner friendly and knits up super fast.
\n⬆️ 21 points | 💬 2 comments
","metadata":{"score":22,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tcuezq","title":"MYOG Travel Bag Clamshell","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tcuezq/myog_travel_bag_clamshell/","author":"WhoopsWrongButton","published_at":"2026-05-14T10:45:41+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tcuezq
\n\n\nThis was a real challenge for me. It’s my third backpack, but it has a lot of features I’ve never tried before. Two zippers sewn into the gusset, one for laptop access, one for the clamshell access. Features include:
\n-21”x14”x8” clamshell
\n-Large padded expandable laptop sleeve with raised bottom
\n-Integrated admin pouch
\n-Mesh internal pockets
\n-External expanding pouch with snap lid
\n-Side water bottle pockets
Primary fabric is EPX420, liner is Robic 420D, bottom is X50, back panel is Cordura 1000D, YKK #8 Aquaguard, internal pockets YKK #5, mesh 9.6oz Dyneema Stretch Mesh, 10mm and 6mm EVAZOTE.
\n\nThis project really pushed my abilities. It is certainly not perfect, but it’s very comfortable and works as intended. I’d be lying if I said at times it didn’t make me want to hang up my thread and give up sewing forever, but I’m glad I pushed through, fixed my mistakes and finished the project.
\n\nIt’s an original design but I took inspiration from the GoRuck GR2 and the AZO Dejen Adventurer. I’ve always wanted the Dejen but it’s a bit too small and a lot bit too expensive for me. Plus it’s fun making stuff.
\n⬆️ 85 points | 💬 5 comments
","metadata":{"score":293,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tbtb9a","title":"Modular Framebag, etc.","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tbtb9a/modular_framebag_etc/","author":"summereno","published_at":"2026-05-13T08:19:32+00:00","content":"\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tbtb9a
\n\n\nA few months ago I had the opportunity to take my bike on a solo overnight (hotel) trip, but I didn't want to lug around a change of clothes in a backpack for ~8h of rough offroading. So I hurriedly threw together this handlebar bag, and although I did succeed in cramming everything into it, it was also on the verge of bursting (that double zipper was a hero). I still had to distribute plenty of other crap in my jersey pockets and a light musette. So I resolved to use up the rest of the fabric to make a more lumbar-friendly solution for whenever the next trip happens.
\n\nThe classic top-tube-mounted framebag was an obvious place to start, but I'm put off by the standard velcro/lace-up stuff. Decided to try a zipper instead.
\n\nBut there's still plenty of fabric left over, so let's fill in some of the portions of the frame's negative space that aren't doing any work for me. The Isosceles Bag can be attached to the framebag's lower gusset when there's a bit more junk to carry. Needing a way to secure it's bottom point, I made a little thingy using two steel angle brackets and some handlebar tape encased in webbing and cordura; it's bolted to the frame under and together with the bottle cages, a nice little pickup-and-portage bike carry handle. A cleaner, more comfortable solution than reaching and grabbing the down tube (which would be impossible with a 3rd bottle down there anyway).
\n\nStill some fabric left, so what the heck, I bet we could fit something in that little spot where the seat stays meet. Not yet sure what exactly, but it's not in the way, and hey I guess it's also kind of a fender for my second water bottle?
\n\nHope you like it!
\n⬆️ 52 points | 💬 4 comments
","metadata":{"score":60,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}},{"id":"1tbpbyn","title":"Some testing. The fit turned out great and the storage is quite intuitive.","link":"https://www.reddit.com/r/myog/comments/1tbpbyn/some_testing_the_fit_turned_out_great_and_the/","author":"Academic-Fig112","published_at":"2026-05-13T04:40:53+00:00","content":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n⬆️ 97 points | 💬 6 comments
","metadata":{"score":204,"source_feed_id":"r-myog","source_feed_type":"reddit"}}]