Hose screw clip - compatible with Fidlock S and Apidura Frame Pack Hydration Bladder

The Apidura Frame Pack Hydration Bladder currently comes with no attachment system. Existing clips by other brands are too small and provide no solution to attach to a bike.

This clip is part of a custom mount system using a magnetic snap mechanism by Fidlock:

• It stores the hose securely (magnetic releasing in one direction only) in place. • Doesn't get in the way or touch your legs. • It's easy to detach (one single direction) and re-attach (from any direction) the hose one-handed.

Properties:

• for hose diameter: 11mm • M8 thread • screw length: 4mm

The Autodesk Fusion file is available to further customize the clip and, for example, change the hose diameter.

Recommended parts/compatible with:

• Fidlock SNAP male S screw low (available at: www.extremtexil.de) which is compatible with all Fidlock S female parts such as Fidlock SNAP female S 15 adjuster H. • Apidura Frame Pack Hydration Bladder

Printing

• Print on the side for maximum strength. • Use low layer height for maximum detail on the thread.

Assembly

This printable part replaces the flat part of "Fidlock SNAP male S screw low". Just unscrew the flat part and replace it with this one. You end up with a Fidlock-compatible hose clip.

Optional Attachments

Once you got a Fidlock-compatible hose you need the female counterparts on your bike. I experimented a little with different ways of running and storing the hose. Finally, I was pretty happy with three attachments:

• one sewable part to attach directly to one of my bike bags • two velcro straps: one around the top tube and a second one around the stem

The hose does one curl, while the mouthpiece rests on the stem/handlebar. You can see the setup in the photos.

There is one additional photo showing an alternative way to run the hose, with the mouthpiece under the seat. I was not so happy with this setup, as it was harder to reach. But maybe someone else prefers that.

Velcro straps

You will need a sewing machine to combine the two velcro bands with the Fidlock part, although it should be straightforward. You can make the length depending on your needs.

Additionally, I used a bit of soft handlebar tape on the backside of the Fidlock part to keep it in place and prevent scratches on the frame.

In case you are in Germany, you can buy/order all required parts at Extremtexil:

• https://www.extremtextil.de/snap-female-adjuster-groesse-s-magnetverschluss-beids-gurtschlitz-15mm.html • https://www.extremtextil.de/flauschband-zum-aufnaehen-016mm.html • https://www.extremtextil.de/haekchenband-zum-aufnaehen-016mm.html • https://www.extremtextil.de/alterfil-s-80-naehgarn-polyester-1000m.html

Sewable parts

I also used one sewable female part to attach directly to one of my bike bags: https://www.extremtextil.de/snap-male-sewable-groesse-s-magnetverschluss-aufnaehbar.html

Design and description by jvolker , licensed CC-BY-SA.