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Writer's pictureGerhard Wanninger

Vittoria Zip Case - Italian Flag

Updated: Sep 6, 2019

Before purchasing a new favorite tire, the Vittoria Corsa Competition 700x25c foldable tire (https://gerhardwanninger.wixsite.com/cycling/post/vittoria-corsa-competition-700-x-25c-foldable-tire-unpacking-mounting-riding) I thougth that I should also clean up my 'emergency kit'.


My Emergency Kit

When I had the cut through the tire and the inner tube I stopped beside the road. I have a rolled waterproof bag on my handlebar in which I throw everything in: my 'emergency kit' and all the other necessities like my key, phone, wallet etc. right before my eyes. Upon need, I have to unroll the opening and go through all the stuff and even have to take things out sometimes only to find what I need. Not very convenient.

Above mentioned 'emergency kit' contains everything I need in case of a puncture: 2 inner tubes, 2 tire levers, a glue patch kit with one rubber solution and my multi-tool with chain splitter. I don't like to be stranded somewhere beside the road and depend on the help of others so I take this kit with me wherever I ride.

Before I have seen cases shaped like water bottles that could be put in Bottle cages and even in the pockets of my cycling jersey . Because of its compact size I can also store it in other bag I own so I thought I could give this Vittoria Zip Case a try.

Vittoria Zip Case - Pro Team approved

Two large compartments

So I went into my favorite bike shop and bought the new tire together with the case from the same manufacturer. I purchased it empty, the case is enclosed by a zipper in the colors of the Italian flag - hence its name. The Zip Case opens conveniently half and has two identical sized inner compartments with an elastic net half way to keep things tidy. Back home I packed my loose emergency kit in it and found that it looked tidy indeed.

Two large Compartments

Specifications:

- Size: 18 cm (height) x 8 cm (diameter)

- Material: Vittoria specifies 'long lasting material', I suspect it is PE as main material

- Color: Outer black with nice printed 'fading' white graphics, the zipper is in colors of the Italian flag


Conclusion:

I like this Vittoria Zip Case very much and should make my 'job' as a bike mechanic fixing my bike beside the road much more easier. I am well organized and prepared in case of an 'emergency'. I doubt that this case is waterproofed, the water would penetrate through the zipper. But it looks nice on my bike and who would argue with beauty?

Vittoria Zip Case in my Bottle Cage

A Word of Caution

Always ride with a helmet and in a way that you are in control of the bike and not the other way around. It is senseless to gain some seconds but spend weeks to recover in a hospital and at home! Ride responsible, defensively and safe; I am sure your body, parents, family and friends will appreciate your precautions during a bike ride.


Take care, Gerhard


disclaimer: all technical details are based on Vittoria's own homepage, otherwise specified! I  own the tire, mounted and rode by myself. I paid for the tire, I am not endorsed by anyone. Subscribers or followers are more than welcome!


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