HOW TO INSTALL MANZANITA CRADLE

Determine your handlebar size. If 35mm, remove the plastic shims from the cradle arms; if 31.8mm, leave the shims in place.

• Clean your handlebars of dirt and debris where the clamps will attach.
• We recommend all installations use friction paste between the handlebars and the clamping surface.
• It is required to use friction paste on carbon fiber handlebars.

Using a 4mm allen key, attach the bottom halves of the clamps (2) using the supplied bolts. Be sure to apply grease to the clamp bolts.

• Be sure to keep the gaps even on both sides of each of the clamps when tightening.

Pro Tip: Rotating the cradle up can make it easier to start the bolts, as shown below. You will adjust final fit and cradle rotation later on.

Weave each strap through the 4 slim slots, starting at the top (In – out, then In-out again).

NOTE: The straps should be on the back side of the cradle at the top and bottom as shown below.

Securing your Manzanita Cradle Bag

• Stuff your bag until full, allowing for 3 full rolls of the opening clipping closed.
• Use the hang loops on the bag to hold the bag on the cradle hooks.
• Feed the straps through the slots on the bottom of the bag pocket and then through the buckle. Do not cover the pocket with the straps.
• Tighten the straps and close the buckles.

The most critical adjustment is to ensure the front tire has room to clear the bag. Especially important on full compression of suspension forks!

We have two ways to adjust the placement of the load. Take some time to play with the different options and see what works with your bike.

• Rotating the cradle arms on the handlebars. This can be helpful for gaining additional clearance on bikes with short headtubes.
• Sliding the cradle on the arms. This can be helpful for adjusting your weight balance and cable clearance.

NOTE: It is important to position your cradle so the bag is not rubbing on anything and your cables are free of kinks.

PRO TIP: Once you're confident in your clearance, many riders will do their best to rotate the arms to be parallel to the ground, or to position the cradle as low as possible.

Torque bolts to spec prior to riding.

• Once you have your position set, remove the bag, and torque all bolts to 5Nm.
• Do not exceed any recommended torque of your handlebar manufacturer.

WARNING: You must have a minimum of 2” (5cm) clearance between your bag and front tire.

• If you have a suspension fork, make sure to cycle your suspension through the full travel to confirm you have the above clearance between the bag and your tire with your suspension fork fully compressed. You will need to remove all the air from your fork in order to know this for certain.

PRE-RIDE CHECK

• Add your light, computer, and phone mounts.
• Confirm all bolts are torqued to spec.
• Verify the cradle does not rotate or slip under firm hand pressure.
• Check to make sure you have hand clearance for all of your braking and shifting controls with the bag installed.
• To keep your gear dry and secure, make sure to roll the bag closure at least three times before you buckle.