Originally Posted by gonesh9
Here's mine loaded and covered due to stormy weather at takeoff:
And here she is in the middle of nowhere:

I see I'm not the only one to think of the "Hefty" Pannier and Gear cover!

Sure saves on $$, doesn't it? I personally use mostly Banjo Brothers bags, I'll post a pic in a few days of my cheapie with touring load on, I'm doing a ride mid March over spring break, a 256 mile loop here in the Hoosier State
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