Originally Posted by
lambo_vt
A pair of backrollers is what, $100? I have the same Topeak bag and it was $30 and weighs MUCH less. Yeah I don't have the capacity for two fifty pound bags of dog food, but I don't have the weight and drag associated with that capacity either. I'd feel like a fool using a backroller to bring a change of clothes to work.
It's cool man.
I did a quick google and it seemed to be around $80-100. You can get all kinds of cargo bags/equipment in this price range.
I kinda figured OP's reason was aero.
Seems like a nice bag, just not expandable/versatile enough for me in that $$ range.
I don't like proprietary items, no matter what they are. It appears that you HAVE to use a topeak rack/seatpost rack to use this thing.
Just not my style. I like adaptability. I don't even use the panniers for commuting (usually). But it's nice to know I have the capacity if I need it. I like racks that I can strap any sort of bag/cargo onto that I want.
Use what works for you. Glad you guys like 'em.