Elite Custom Race X Bottle Cage

Side-entry cages are primarily designed for frames with limited clearance, such as smaller bike sizes or full-suspension mountain bikes where a rear shock might obstruct the bottle path. They allow you to slide the bottle in from the side, making it much easier to access your hydration without needing to pull the bottle straight up.

Yes. The cage is constructed from fibreglass-reinforced polyamide, which provides a balance of rigidity and vibration damping. This material helps grip the bottle firmly, ensuring it stays in place even when you are riding over washboard surfaces or bumpy gravel.

It actually makes it easier for many riders. Because the entry point is angled, you don't have to reach as high or clear the frame's top tube to retrieve your bottle, which is particularly helpful when you are fatigued or riding in a tight pack.

At 28.5 grams, this cage is quite lightweight. While there are carbon fibre options that weigh slightly less, this model offers a better balance of durability and weight savings for most riders.

Yes, it is designed to fit standard cycling water bottles securely. The flexible nature of the reinforced polyamide allows it to accommodate slight variations in bottle diameter while maintaining a snug fit.