How do you pronounce "panniers"?
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Go here: https://www.answers.com/pannier&r=67 to listen to the suggested pronunciation.
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Dumb question, but do you need a special rack to mount panniers? I have a pretty standard rack (can't think of the brand & I'm not gonna run out to the garage to check right now). Been commuting 16 miles RT since June using a backpack. Don't want to have to get a new rack if I don't need to.
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Rain cover's don't work perfectly in heavy rain, the only safe way besides getting those waterproof ortlieb bags is to line your bike bag with a garbage bag, pack your stuff in as you normally would, then take the remaining garbage bag, twist it and then shove the twisted end into the bag with the opening pointing down. Been through some torrential rains with my old school bag's (which seem to be uncoated (or worn out) cordura). My stuff hasn't got wet. If you take care of the bag's they should last for a long time, just be careful when packing sharp pointy things and it's great. I actually use clear platic yard waste bag's because I can see my stuff and they are very durable.
Properly used plastic bag's are great for waterproofing. I have even used them on canoe trip's. The key is to use 2 bag's if the bag risks a dunking, tightly twist and tie both bag's. But for use on a bike 1 bag is enough.
Properly used plastic bag's are great for waterproofing. I have even used them on canoe trip's. The key is to use 2 bag's if the bag risks a dunking, tightly twist and tie both bag's. But for use on a bike 1 bag is enough.
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depends a lot on what you're going to do with them.
For me, I just need something to haul a bunch of crud when I'm commuting. Nashbar ATB panniers work for me, and the go on sale for about $25 for two, and they're big. I've got a couple thousand miles on them and no failures yet, or even worn spots.
If your needs are similar, check them out. If you're going on a month-long tour, spend more money, probably a lot more, for stuff with internal dividers, waterproofing, better hardware, etc. I saw some OK looking ones at REI, but I've never used them. Something else to look at.
For me, I just need something to haul a bunch of crud when I'm commuting. Nashbar ATB panniers work for me, and the go on sale for about $25 for two, and they're big. I've got a couple thousand miles on them and no failures yet, or even worn spots.
If your needs are similar, check them out. If you're going on a month-long tour, spend more money, probably a lot more, for stuff with internal dividers, waterproofing, better hardware, etc. I saw some OK looking ones at REI, but I've never used them. Something else to look at.
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Seriously, either "pan-YAH" (long "a") or "pan-YERS" is fine. Anyone who corrects either pronunciation is just being a snob.
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I pronounce it saddle bags...but I always wanted to be a cowboy when I was a kid.
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pan-yays go good with N'awlins Beignets (ban-yays)
do buy your beignets and help support the recovery effort (then get on out there and work off dem beignets)
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Originally Posted by Ritehsedad
Dumb question, but do you need a special rack to mount panniers?
In theory, any rack should be ok, but sometimes on a smaller bike or for a rider with very big feet, the pannierrrr/panniay may interfere with the heel. Make sure the rack itself is mounted as high and far back on the bike as it goes, then test the pannier (full) on the bike, for heel clearance, before you buy. Push the pannier as far back on the rack as you can. Some people put a bead of tape or other material on the top edge of the rack just in front of the pannier clips to stop them creeping forward. I've also found on some panniers the lower rear corner sometimes curves around the rack and hits the spokes so check for that. Also make sure the elastic that holds the pannier down is tight enough to stop the pannier jumping off the rack when you hit a bump, or get a pannier with clips that somehow fasten to the rack.
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Originally Posted by Ritehsedad
Dumb question, but do you need a special rack to mount panniers? I have a pretty standard rack (can't think of the brand & I'm not gonna run out to the garage to check right now). Been commuting 16 miles RT since June using a backpack. Don't want to have to get a new rack if I don't need to.
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Thanks for the many responses. I ended up taking my bike to the local bike shop so I would be sure that the panniers would fit my bike and that my heel wouldn't hit the bag. I paid full retail ($100) for a set of TREK INTERCHANGE PANNIERS and felt a little guilty about spending that much. However, in the 10 days since, I have been very pleased with the purchase. It turns out these bags were made to fit on Trek racks (which I have). There is a "quick lock/release" button that allows you to simply click the entire bag on or off the rack. It has been a very nice, time saving and convenient feature. Furthermore, the bag is rugged, spacious (2,520 cubic inches), and quality built with lots of storage and compartments. The guilt is gone. Here's a link:
https://wheelandsprocket.com/site/ite...om_SB2&ID=1374
Fortunately, my local shop didn't charge the $129 listed here. Hahaha. Anyway, thanks again.
https://wheelandsprocket.com/site/ite...om_SB2&ID=1374
Fortunately, my local shop didn't charge the $129 listed here. Hahaha. Anyway, thanks again.
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Let me know how the trek interchange are working out after a week or so. Especially if you have to go an hour in the rain.
My current panniers, older trek2, need replacing soon.
Im down to arkel bug and arkel trunk, or trek interchange trunk and arkel bug. Maybe replace the arkel bug with trek interchange but doubtfull, bug is too convenient
I do like how fast the trek interchange oens mount/dismount fromt the rack.
My current panniers, older trek2, need replacing soon.
Im down to arkel bug and arkel trunk, or trek interchange trunk and arkel bug. Maybe replace the arkel bug with trek interchange but doubtfull, bug is too convenient
I do like how fast the trek interchange oens mount/dismount fromt the rack.
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It has been a little over a week now with the TREK INTERCHANGE PANNIERS. As I stated, I am very happy with the purchase. The ease and convenience of being able to just grab the top handle and unclip the bags and take them in with me is great. Of course, they were made to fit my rack, which helps.
I have no rain experience yet with these bags. They do come with the built-in, rubberized, pull-'em-out-and-over, waterproof coverings with an elastic-type band which to me look like they'd work fine in a pinch but would no doubt require some cleanup afterwards. But, any bag would.
I have no rain experience yet with these bags. They do come with the built-in, rubberized, pull-'em-out-and-over, waterproof coverings with an elastic-type band which to me look like they'd work fine in a pinch but would no doubt require some cleanup afterwards. But, any bag would.
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I'm with landstander on this one. "front bags, rear bags". I gave up on trying to pronounce 'pannier'. I'm just a simple bike rider.
However, I now have Arkel GT30s for commuting. I also have a set of old Cannondale rear panniers (pronounced: 'rear bags') and Performance Epic rear panniers. The Cannondales and Performance sets I bought used and fairly cheap on e-bay a few years ago.
Of the bags I have tried, I like the Arkels the best. Agreed, there are lots of good panniers out there. My next purchase will be the GT54.
However, I now have Arkel GT30s for commuting. I also have a set of old Cannondale rear panniers (pronounced: 'rear bags') and Performance Epic rear panniers. The Cannondales and Performance sets I bought used and fairly cheap on e-bay a few years ago.
Of the bags I have tried, I like the Arkels the best. Agreed, there are lots of good panniers out there. My next purchase will be the GT54.
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oh and fwiw: panny, pannier, panniest
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i suggest a pannier bag from waterfly, my colleague have bought one , at $55.99, looks high quality, you could search waterfly pannier bag on google