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Originally Posted by
indyfabz
Great pics - I may have not stated it correctly. If I go with the bucket, it would be in lieu of front panniers. I am prety sure I can keep the total weight, including the bucket under 15 lbs. I would use one of those 'Home Depot' buckets that comes with a air/watertight lid. I assume that the wind resistance of front panniers and a round bucket would be approximately equal and I would need to make sure that I attach it securly. Also I am not sure if I would have enough room between the rack platform and the bottom of the handlebars. Like I said, it is just a thought, but it sure would be nice to have a bucket in camp.
I'm no expert, but I don't think your camping gear in a bucket on top of your front wheel is a good weight distribution plan. The bike handling will be affected negatively, IMHO. They make low rider front racks because the bike handles better with weight riding low. Collapsible buckets are available for bike camping, at reasonable prices.