I just finished up building my new commuter bike. I will be putting some miles on it over the weekend to work out any bugs. I plan to start using it next week. I will continue to use my backpack until I can get the bike fully outfitted.


So here are my questions:

I like the VO Porteur
http://www.universalcycles.com/shopp...&category=3536

But there isn't a matching rear rack. The Campeur is mainly for bags with very little flat area and the Constructeur is just too small.
http://www.universalcycles.com/shopp...&category=3536

Any suggestions?


I also like the Minoura King Carrier Junior Front Basket and Minoura King Carrier Rear Basket
http://www.universalcycles.com/shopp...&category=3536
http://www.universalcycles.com/shopp...&category=3536

Anyone have experience with these racks who can offer advice?


Or would I be better off with the inexpensive Soma racks?
Soma Porteur Front Cargo Rack
http://www.universalcycles.com/shopp...&category=3536

Soma Rear Disc Rack
http://www.universalcycles.com/shopp...&category=3536


Fenders - where do I start?

I really like these, in brass, but will it be too much goldness?
http://www.universalcycles.com/shopp...36&category=78

Or would hammered look better?
http://www.universalcycles.com/shopp...97&category=78

Any other suggestions given my bike's color scheme and components?