Thread: How do you pronounce "panniers"?
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Old 09-18-05 | 12:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Ritehsedad
Dumb question, but do you need a special rack to mount panniers? I have a pretty standard rack (can't think of the brand & I'm not gonna run out to the garage to check right now). Been commuting 16 miles RT since June using a backpack. Don't want to have to get a new rack if I don't need to.
The only rack I've encountered which won't accomodate my panniers is the Topeak OS Rack, which has an extra "sleeve" for holding a U-lock. While this seems like a decent addition, it isn't compatible with the locking system used by Arkel.
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