Originally Posted by
prathmann
Keep an eye on Nashbar's stream of sales. They frequently have good rear racks from Bor Yueh or Ascent on sale for around $10 (the Bor Yueh was 9.99 just a few days ago but is now back up to $18). These both have the third support leg on each side designed to go farther back and prevent even a flexible pannier from getting into the spokes. Similarly, Nashbar periodically has had their 'waterproof' and 'ATB' panniers on sale for under $30 a pair. They're pretty basic but quite functional and have served many people well on extended tours as well as commter/shopping applications.
The original equipment racks on the Windsor were unlabeled but look like the Bor Yueh to me. If I am correct about that I would recommend the Bor Yueh only if the load will be fairly light. One of our group of three used the original rack on the Trans America and it held up OK for that, but it was pretty "flexy". She was carrying something a bit under 30 pounds total split between the front and rear racks, so I am guessing she had less than 20 pounds on the rear rack.
Can anyone verify if I am correct that the rack on the Windsor Touring is a Bor Yueh or not?