Currently use Altura panniers, they're available in different weights of fabric and are mostly water resistant with rain covers rather than water proof, but are well designed and have an excellent Rixen & Kaul fixing system, so they unclip at the touch of a button whilst locking on very securely.
Richard
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Currently riding an MTB with a split personality - commuting, touring, riding for the sake of riding, on or off road :)