Small sized front panniers
hi all ,
what options are out there for a very small front pannier for use on a lowrider rack on a light touring set up ? J |
First in:
Ortlieb front rollers |
There are various sized dry bags.
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Here is a source I used in researching options.
https://bikepacking.com/index/panniers-for-bikepacking/ Some descriptions mention not intended as front and/or for lowriders, but read through for more info. I currently have Ortlieb front rollers on either my Salsa Down Under racks or the Tubus Tara racks, depends on which bike I take. |
Originally Posted by robow
(Post 21439970)
First in:
Ortlieb front rollers Ben |
Originally Posted by 79pmooney
(Post 21440115)
The Ortleibs aren't small
Ben https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...1c417a9d35.jpg |
Originally Posted by jambon
(Post 21439893)
hi all ,
what options are out there for a very small front pannier for use on a lowrider rack on a light touring set up ? J |
Carradice top tube panniers? at around 3.5 liters.
https://www.carradice.co.uk/media/mo...9d01f8f946.jpg |
Ortlieb Gravel Panniers.
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Originally Posted by jambon
(Post 21439893)
hi all...
https://www.ortlieb.com/sport-roller-city+F6002 |
Originally Posted by JaccoW
(Post 21440441)
Carradice top tube panniers? at around 3.5 liters.
https://www.carradice.co.uk/media/mo...9d01f8f946.jpg |
Originally Posted by jambon
(Post 21439893)
hi all ,
what options are out there for a very small front pannier for use on a lowrider rack on a light touring set up ? J |
I've used a (pre-bikepacking) roll-top Ortlieb saddle bag (large version: 4l) and that was a succes. I had to take off the quick release of the bag and replace it with an improvised hook system. Simple but effective and non-destructive, it's a saddlebag again right now. Did three 5000 km + tours with this set-up. The "pannier" looks bigger in this pic than it actually is.
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...42938eba0b.jpg |
Originally Posted by Jeremiesmith77
(Post 21440688)
those are dope, never seen them before. In some ways these would be better than a handlebar bag....
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Originally Posted by JaccoW
(Post 21440441)
Carradice top tube panniers? at around 3.5 liters.
https://www.carradice.co.uk/media/mo...9d01f8f946.jpg |
(Following the "wisdom" to place more weight up front): I put my smaller bags on the back and larger on front low riders. Works for me!
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vintage panniers are often small, and while they are not water proof or have other features like modern panniers, I prefer them for the front. You can pack your stuff in a plastic bag to keep it dry. eBay usually has vintage panniers.
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I once tried a Salsa holder shaped like a big bottle cage. It might have made a reasonable small front pannier, with a small stuff sack in it, but mine was very soft steel and tended to distort if even reasonable force was applied.
Currently I have a pair of Ortlieb front rollers which must be small. Pretty much every time I pack/repack, I wish they were a little bigger |
I agree with robow, the Ortlieg Front Rollers are relatively small. This picture gives you a sense of scale compared to the sie of the rrear panniers.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ca79492c_b.jpg My wife rode across the U.S. using a set of Ortlieb rear panniers and a rack pack for her camping gear. She used Orlieb Packer Plus bags which are a little larger than the Front Rollers. https://live.staticflickr.com/4793/4...81b0150b_b.jpg What are using the "small" front bags for? |
Originally Posted by balto charlie
(Post 21441273)
I have to think your knees will be banging on these all of the time.
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I have a set of Delta “compact panniers” that are fairly small.
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Doug64, I really wish you wouldn't post that photo of that particular most lovely Cannondale, as I had a chance to pick one up and didn't...... and of course have regretted it ever since. Ha
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I'll apologize in advance for not really answering the question, but I'd consider other options before going to a 4 bag setup with tiny front panniers on low riders. Here are a few options, most I have tried and liked okay.
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Originally Posted by Doug64
(Post 21441872)
I agree with robow, the Ortlieg Front Rollers are relatively small. This picture gives you a sense of scale compared to the sie of the rrear panniers.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ca79492c_b.jpg Heres what mine look like (excuse the messy shop): https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...6ac0247eb9.jpg Haha by the way do you think you could fit anymore frame pump on that Canondale? |
Originally Posted by balto charlie
(Post 21441273)
I have to think your knees will be banging on these all of the time.
What were they thinking? they clearly are going for the retro styling / different look, sort of thing, but lets face it, if this setup worked it would be very popular. but hey, interesting idea I guess. |
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