Vittoria Zip Case - Review

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 thought that I should also clean up my 'emergency kit'.

Vittoria Zip Case - closed

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.

This 'emergency kit' contains everything I need in case of a puncture: 3 inner tires, 2 tire levers, a glue patch kit with one rubber solution and my multi-tool. I don't like to be stranded somewhere besides 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 and could be put in Bottle cages and even in the pockets of my bike shirt. Because of the compact size I can also store it in my other bags so I thought I could give these bags a try.

My Emergency Kit in the Vittoria Zip Bag-opened

Two large compartments

So I went into my favorite bike shop and bought the new tire with the Zip Case from the same manufacturer. The case was empty and enclosed by a zipper in the colors of the Italian flag - hence its name. Opening it the case opens in half and has two identical inner compartments with an elastic net half way to keep things tidy. Back home I packed my emergency kit as mentioned above in this case and it looked indeed very tidy.

Specifications:

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

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

material

- Color: Outer black with nice white graphics, zipper 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 a flat beside the road much more easier. I am good 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 the Bottle Cage of my Bike 

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 you, your body, your parents, your family and friends will surely 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 case and use it daily. I've paid for it and not endorsed by anyone. Subscribers or followers are more than welcome! I have a new homepage @ https://gerhardwanninger.wixsite.com/cycling.