Used to stash my Roscoe in my newspaper bag when I was riding my bike.

 

Ruger LCP in my middle jersey pocket. I have been doing this for about a year and a half.

 

M&P Bodyguard currently, LCP prior to that. Right jersey pocket for 10 years or so.

 

I carry a snub in a small bag that belts around the waist. It can also store pepper spray, keys, phone, etc.

 

Just strap and bungee cord a fanny pack to the handle bars, done.

I prefer the firearm on me but if you're set on bicycle carry go the fanny pack on the handle bars route.


So...


It's a fanny pack?

 

I’m not a big fan of off body carry, particularly on a bike. I keep all of my personal items, including my CCW, in a Bulldog Fanny Pack Holster. There are numerous compartments for keys, wallet, phone, etc. That way if I have to dismount, and even have to use the bike as a barrier in a defensive situation, all items are on my person.

Fanny Pack Holster

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=paw-9V3y2LsBulldog® Fanny Pack Holster (Ambidextrous)- Quick Release Pulls For Quick Access- Universal Holster Ambidextrous- Several Different Compartments & Pockets- Fits Up To 50" Waist

www.bulldogcases.com

 

Especially, if the dismount is the result of an assault, robbery, etc.

 

I carry in a HPG chest bag while mountain biking however I rarely see anyone and probably wouldn’t carry it where there are lots of people around. I do have a small bag that connects to seat post and under side of the seat that holds two spare tubs and changing tools. It would hold a G26 size firearm in a pocket holster. They can be found at any online bike shop. Good luck.

 

Two of my friends ride bikes a bit. Both of them EDC. For biking, both of them were carrying Glock 42s last time I checked in with them. One carries his on his belt - he wears 5.11 shorts while riding. The other guy carries his in a fanny back - he wears biking attire.

 

I keep a G26 in a CamelBak hydration backpack, I know it's not the fastest to get to but I've been doing it for years!

 

Assuming your speaking of road biking not MTB. I ride road bike to keep me in shape and for MTB training. I don't wear typical bike clothes, much more MTB type clothes. I'm not a fan of things hanging off me on a bike so I usually choose a S&W M&P 340 for the heavy firepower with such a light package.

I've found Relevate Designs out of Alaska to make, IMO the best bike bags out there. I carry in the below frame bag ...

Tangle Frame Bag

Half-size frame bag.

www.revelatedesigns.com

But also carry in one of these at times if the area is a little sketchy. Quick access to this bag.

Mountain Feedbag

Handlebar mounted snack storage.

www.revelatedesigns.com

 

 

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Looks like a placenta hat

 

A LOT of bicyclists in my area use fanny packs, so that would not be out of the ordinary at all.

 

Fanny packs are very popular on the local rail trail.

 

I've always carried a sub compact right on my hip in a holster with DCC clip or Monoblock inside the waist of my biking shorts with the jersey over it. I've even fell on my EDC on my bike. I don't care about sweat. I will not carry off body if at all possible.

 

The Wilderness Tactical offers a padded holster that may be carried in a variety of ways on one’s person or on the bike. The Safepacker is available in sizes that will accommodate just about any pistol and have room for a spare magazine. There are multiple colors to choose from. I own four of them, including one for a K-T P32/P3AT and one for a S&W J Frame. These sidearms work well when riding. The Wilderness also offers some very nice Instructor Belts.

Safepacker Concealment Holster

Safepacker concealed weapon holster made in the USA. Concealment gun holsters and pistol holsters for concealed carry use.

www.thewilderness.com

My S&W 638 is SS and aluminum, so it resists corrosion, but my P3AT also holds up well as the slide is Parkerized. This is probably a moot point because the holster is very protective, but every little bit helps.

 

I’d carry on body, dry the gun off when I got home, and then wipe it down with a thin layer of eezox (or whatever you like)

But if you’re dead set on off body, maybe something like this?

 

I carry a Kahr CW .380 when road cycling, which is the only purpose I use it for. I carry in my middle jersey pocket sometimes but more often in my seat bag. The middle pocket works well in cool/cold weather with heavier jerseys or cycling jackets, but not as well with lighter summer cycling jerseys. I am going to try one of these belly band holsters since they seem to be a good choice for use with road cycling clothes, which are close fitting to cut down on wind resistance.

Amazon.com : belly band holsters for concealed carry

Leaning toward this one so far. As with most holster choices, there may be a bit of trial and error on these belly band holsters but this one has a love it or money back guarantee. And as a Prime member I can send it back to Amazon through the local Kohls, which accepts Amazon returns.

Amazon.com

 

With the current problems concerning criminal activity near bicycle paths in my town, I will no longer be unarmed while bicycling.

How do you manage your CCW carry on a bicycle?

I'm usually wearing very loose fit athletic pants and a T-shirt....and, sweat a lot. Because of this, I'd rather have a CCW holster mounted on the bicycle itself, within easy access.

Are there any frame or handlebar holsters made for this particular activity that you use, or are aware of?

Links and photos would be appreciated.

I use my belly band holster for all biking and sporting. Its perfect for this.

 

I have one of these bellyband holsters, and anything against my body is what I'm trying to avoid.....including OWB, IWB, or anything else that is against my body.

Ideally, something that attaches to the handlebars, or front of frame/steering neck that doesn't look like a holster, but affords quick access would be perfect. I have one of these too, but it's too small to carry anything larger than a Beretta 21A. That's what I have been using, but I want to have access to something a bit more reassuring, with a more appropriate cartridge for self defense....

 

I carry S&W 642 Performance Center OWB in leather holster.
I wear a Wilderness Instructor belt around my waist if my shorts don't have belt loops.
I've carried a G43 like this too.
Mitch Rosen UPL-EXP.

 

When I biked, my EDC was a Kahr P9 with a Fist Kydex IWB Holster.

 

Well, you can get a 2-fer. With nothing more than a padded bra, a nice wig, and some lipstick, you can go with the flashbang holster and get some cat calls along the way!

 

"Bicycle CCW"

I have no idea how you can get a bicycle under your shirt. 🤔

 

I used to commute to work on a bicycle. People are crazy. One of the first things I did was go out and buy a Blaze orange Remington hunting shirt. A first generation M&P Shield in a pocket holster fits in the pocket of the hunting shirt perfectly

 

Have you got a link for that shirt? I've thought about using a blaze orange/green safety vest as a cover garment.

I've clearly seen small autos in jersey pockets on the trails. (That's one thing that made me want to get my permit.)

 

Common sense: Don't ride a bike in a place with high criminal activity. It does not matter if you have a CCW- you are at an extreme disadvantage because your hands are on the handle bars and both feet are in the air. easy to knock you to the ground, and be on you. Don't feel empowered.
All a predator has to do is bump your wheel, and you will crash hard on the ground.

Having fallen from a bike, the last thing I want is that gun as an impact weapon applied to my own body as I fall because my own arms and legs can already hurt me plenty (yes my own elbows can break my ribs when I land on my side ).

I don't want that gun on any place I'm likely to land if I fall-- best place I can think of is a center of the chest holster.
I don't want it on the bike, since loss of consciousness is a possibility - and the bike gets carted away.

 

I'm actually much more worried about a road rage incident then I am pure criminal intent. Drivers are nuts these days.

 

When I was riding a DeSantis gun caddy worked for me. I could slip a Glock 33 in it. Just used a basic nylon tactical belt obviously with no belt loops.

 

Fanny pack.

 

I carry IWB. Ruger LCP and an extra mag in my pocket. I don't wear cycling Ninja outfits.

 

I ride a road bike, with road cycling clothes.

I use an Alien Gear Low-Pro Belly Band Holster to carry an Sig P365. It’s under my jersey, but on the outside of my bib shorts.

I carry it on the outside of my non-dominant hip - sort of a crossdraw. This keeps it out of the way, even when I drop down low on the aero bars.