Originally Posted by
whitenhiemer
Axiom Seymour
http://www.amazon.com/Axiom-Seymour-...=axiom+pannier
Axiom Monsoon
http://www.amazon.com/Axiom-Monsoon-...=axiom+pannier
These are the two panniers that i'm looking at, I'll probably wait and save up for the Monsoon's, I know that i should. With the rainy weather here in Seattle, I just have to justify the cost to my wife after spending so much on a bicycle. Currently, I use a large TimBuk2 bicycle messenger bag, but it isn't large enough to hold my laptop, change of clothes, lunch and amenities with out being uncomfortable.
I was thinking about getting the Seymour's and just spraying them with water-proofing spray, or keeping my stuff in ziplock bags. I'd love some Ortlieb's as they seem like the standard out here, but ouch they run about $180 for the pannier set.
I live in Florida and it rains a lot, (and you never can really plan when). I want the panniers to be large, match the bike, but totally water proof. & easy to take on and off. My intent is to commute from now till late November, I figure with the money that I'm saving, can buy what I want.
I personally still need better lights, rain gear, and of course panniers. Oh I never mentioned that I weigh close to 230 pounds, the Giant seems very well built.
