Originally Posted by
BarracksSi
I've got that first rack and haven't had any problems yet, even with my panniers mounted as far back as they'll go. The thing is, though, their backs are clean and rigid, they're not very big to begin with, and they stay pretty secure, at least as long as I don't hit any huge bumps.
Same here. Topeak Explorer rack with Trek Interchange panniers. No issues.
I think it's about the pannier mounting and how rigid the pannier back is where it mounts.