Raida Compass Thigh Bag Review

Why a Thigh Bag in the First Place?

There comes a point in every ride where stuffing things into your pockets stops making sense. A phone in one pocket, wallet in another, keys dangling somewhere in between, and maybe a power bank or two if you’re out for longer. Add all that weight, and suddenly your jeans start behaving like they’re carrying groceries. If you’re someone like me with nonexistent glutes, the constant act of pulling your pants up becomes a ritual of its own.

Sure, a backpack solves the problem but feels ergonomically improper for quick city runs or short highway hops. That’s where thigh bags come into play. They keep essentials accessible without adding bulk to your back. And let’s be honest, they also give off that subtle gun-holster vibe, which does wonders for the ego.

Raida’s entry in this space is the Compass thigh bag, priced at Rs. 1,850. What makes it interesting is that it isn’t just a thigh bag. It also doubles up as a tank bag thanks to built-in magnets. And if that weren’t enough, it can even be worn as a sling bag if you extend the straps. After spending about a month with it, here’s how it fared.