Lightest front and rear panniers
10-05-22, 12:07 AM
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QUOTE=stardognine;22668540]No doubt. 🙁 That's why I stopped using my cheap Axioms that I had a few years ago. Broke a nice bong, lol. 😉[/QUOTE]
QUOTE=stardognine;22668540]No doubt. 🙁 That's why I stopped using my cheap Axioms that I had a few years ago. Broke a nice bong, lol. 😉[/QUOTE]
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10-05-22, 07:42 AM
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check these ones, 130 usd/pair
https://www.choikebags.cl/producto/alforja/
300 grs per pannier, 20lts of capacity
https://www.choikebags.cl/producto/alforja/
300 grs per pannier, 20lts of capacity
10-06-22, 02:37 PM
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I don't know if they are amongst the lightest, but Lone Peak packs are reasonably light-weight, and have a good locking hook system.
They are not water-proof (which helps in the weight department), but are reasonably water-repellant.
They are not water-proof (which helps in the weight department), but are reasonably water-repellant.
10-12-22, 04:30 PM
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Just a thought from experience -
I am not sure "light" panniers are the best option.
Not that I like to, and not that I would want to expect this for anyone, myself included - I've gone down a few times on my bike. I have Ortleib panniers and they have survived.
If you have lower quality construction panniers you might end up ripping them to shreds if/when you go down.
Like I said - just a thought. Something to toss in the mix for a more thorough evaluation of your options, goals, and expectations.
Happy touring!
I am not sure "light" panniers are the best option.
Not that I like to, and not that I would want to expect this for anyone, myself included - I've gone down a few times on my bike. I have Ortleib panniers and they have survived.
If you have lower quality construction panniers you might end up ripping them to shreds if/when you go down.
Like I said - just a thought. Something to toss in the mix for a more thorough evaluation of your options, goals, and expectations.
Happy touring!
10-16-22, 09:09 PM
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Arkel Dry lite
Going back to the Arkel Dry Lites. I am reading that a main concern is the pannier staying attached to the rack on rough roads. My Arkels have hooks on the bottom of the panniers and also velcro straps fastening them to the racks. As a security measure, I also use a zip tie through the D rings on the top of the panniers. This would be extra insurance on the panniers not coming off, although I never felt the slightest concern about this.
You mention riding tandem. Capacity could be an issue. Roll top panniers (such as the Dry Lites) are more forgiving when you try and stuff them full after a grocery run, etc.
You might also consider the lightweight Rockgeist Microwave pannier. They would be especially helpful if you are a tent camper. you can remove the stuff sack of gear quickly, leaving the 'holster' on the bike.
You mention riding tandem. Capacity could be an issue. Roll top panniers (such as the Dry Lites) are more forgiving when you try and stuff them full after a grocery run, etc.
You might also consider the lightweight Rockgeist Microwave pannier. They would be especially helpful if you are a tent camper. you can remove the stuff sack of gear quickly, leaving the 'holster' on the bike.
