Im reviving an old post here...but I wonder if the poster "FUNBUN" has created the templates he spoke of:
For me, I am examining the possibility right now of designing and building my own pannier, that can hold a 17" laptop
AND have a
vintage look to it. There really are no bags out there that provide that function. Very few bags at all even offer a vintage look.
Originally Posted by
funbun
If you could have a perfect set of panniers, what would it they be like? In other words, is there anything you’d like to see in bicycle panniers that isn’t currently offered or could be better designed?
FYI, in addition to riding, I’ve taken up the hobby of sewing outdoor gear. I want to make some panniers for my next project, and sell the patterns or kits or panniers themselves if there is enough demand.
Roadies, bent riders, off roadies I’d like to hear your opinions.
As for me, I'd like to see a true ultralight pannier similar to the ultralight backpacks found in the hiking world. I know that you can't use Silnylon for panniers cause they would never survive a fall on pavement or asphalt But I like the whole Ultralight Philosophy, and I would like to use that in touring.
Anyway, let me know your thoughts on what you would like to see in pannier design.
You can see my latest project on my blog. It’s an Speer style camping hammock:
http://biketour.blogspot.com/