Originally Posted by
giskard
I appreciate the advice and feedback I've received in this thread and you mentioned the RackTime Addit and the German vendor from who I ordered my Addit. I found your response saying that I should "Go find someone to teach you how to properly set up your panniers" patronising, rude and given that you know very little about me, ignorant.
Are you actually reading and understanding my posts? I've never said anything was faulty nor have I been unable to properly install it, but what I did say was that the Vario and Bug the bags I tried didn't work for me, not because I'm unable to fit them properly, but because there are heel strike problems because the bags move on the rack when I attach the lower securing hook.
How about the size of my feet? That's a logical reason and obviously one you've failed to consider.
The Bug 2011 doesn't have the zippered pockets you mention, just mesh pockets either side and nothing at the front other than the helmet holder and a small open pocket behind that. Arkel have changed the Bug since you bought yours years ago but you obviously didn't consider that before posting your patronising response.
Major user error.
Uh, as other posters have mentioned the Bug is very secure and doesn't move on the rack if properly mounted. I have no idea why you'd take offense at the suggestion that someone could show you how to properly mount your pannier. I guess you simply see yourself as too good make mistakes. There is no shame in finding help when you can't do something properly.
As it is, you have two panniers and can't seem to mount either of them on your rack. Are these the first panniers you've ever used? They can be tricky to mount for a new user. Really just ask a friend to help. Maybe they'll see something you missed.
BTW, there is no need to be a dick when someone is giving you advice, even if you don't like that advice.