Saddlebag

In horse riding, saddlebags sit in various positions, on the back, side, or front of the saddle.

Although leather was the traditional material, it is heavier and requires more maintenance than many modern versions.

[1] In Turkish Anatolia, Iran and Baluchistan, saddlebags are traditionally woven in wool, with a front face decorated with Soumak and a plainer flatwoven back.

Slits are left along the opening for a rope to close and secure the bag to the pack animal.

Larger bags which project behind and sideways are usually called saddlebags; a well-known example is the Carradice Long Flap, for many years a staple of British cycle tourists especially on the weekends.