I have a bicycle with low-riders and the one pictured above. Both bicycles have similar geometries; both use 26" wheels (in fact the same tire make and model is used on both, Continental Top Touring). I find handling on both bikes similar, but note that I use wide, upright style handlebars (26" wide) which means I have more leverage than those using traditional drop styles, so if there is a tendency for the front wheel to sway perhaps I sense it less. When I had 30lbs up front last summer I was able to ride short distances (40 to 50 yards) without holding the handlebars which means the bicycle was somewhat steady despite the load. As a comparison, when I have only one pannier loaded, that type of handling does not exist.