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Tom Bihn Bantam vs Tom Bihn Side Effect

Tom Bihn Bantam ($70) vs Tom Bihn Side Effect ($70) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right bag.

Tom Bihn Bantam
Tom Bihn
Bantam
$70
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Tom Bihn Side Effect
Tom Bihn
Side Effect
$70
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Spec-by-spec
SpecTom Bihn BantamTom Bihn Side Effect
Price$70$70
Weight136g195g
Weight136g (4.80 oz, Tom Bihn product page)195g (Tom Bihn published)
Material—Ballistic nylon
Pros & Cons

Tom Bihn Bantam

  • PWK (phone, wallet, keys) bag
  • several carry options
  • attachment points
  • Very small, so it holds only essentials

Tom Bihn Side Effect

  • Works as a bag or an organizer
  • Five O-rings for tethering small items
  • Under $75
  • Only 1.7 liters
  • Hip belt is sold separately
Tom Bihn Bantam is the better value at $70. Both are part of our curated bag index — tap through to check current pricing.
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