Any good budget panniers worth looking at?
09-01-11 | 02:39 PM
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Any good budget panniers worth looking at?
I want to get a couple of panniers for my rack. I have been looking at some LBS's but I thought, I should ask if there is an particular brand that makes some good ones for less than the popular brands. They need to be water proof , durable, under $120 (if that is even possible 
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09-01-11 | 03:24 PM
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I picked up a set of Ortlieb Back-Roller Classics for ~120CAD (10% discount code) with free shipping from ProbikeKit.com. I'd highly recommend a look.
https://www.probikekit.com/ca/luggage...-panniers.html
https://www.probikekit.com/ca/luggage...-panniers.html
09-01-11 | 03:26 PM
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These work well for me and a lot of other commuters.
https://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Catalog...rm=atb+pannier
https://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Catalog...rm=atb+pannier
09-01-11 | 05:08 PM
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I've also used the waterproof version of Nashbar's panniers on a number of tours and numerous grocery shopping trips. They're certainly a 'no-frills' design with no extra pockets, a simple mounting system, and no extra tie-downs or zippers, but they have been holding up fine and have a pretty good capacity.
09-01-11 | 05:26 PM
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I have a set of Seattle Sports Titan panniers that I think we only got for $40ish... but now I can't remember if that was each or for the pair. Even if it was $80 for the pair, it meets your criteria.
My other panniers are ancient REI ones from 2003 that were $80 for the pair. It doesn't look like they sell them anymore.
My other panniers are ancient REI ones from 2003 that were $80 for the pair. It doesn't look like they sell them anymore.
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09-01-11 | 07:35 PM
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I bought my Seattle Sports bags on Sierra Trading Post for $60....two panniers and a top bag. Heck of a deal and I've been using them for ~6 mos with zero problems.
09-01-11 | 07:41 PM
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09-01-11 | 07:43 PM
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You can get a set of Ortlieb panniers for less then $120, although they would probably have to be in the 'classic back/front roller style'. That's what I would recommend.
09-03-11 | 07:20 AM
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I have used several panniers for biking holidays, I ended up with Ortliebs. They are strong, the only ones so far I found to be able to keep everything inside dry, even in the worst weather conditions. They attach to the racks very well with a sturdy mechanism, easy to get on and off but will stay in place as long as you don want them to come off. They weigh slightly more though.
09-03-11 | 05:51 PM
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Nashbar has a sale on Axiom town and country, a pair of panniers, for $20.
https://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product...0052_524598_-1
Can anyone comment on these? With my meager budget these seem like the perfect solution to my school trip issues.
https://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product...0052_524598_-1
Can anyone comment on these? With my meager budget these seem like the perfect solution to my school trip issues.
09-03-11 | 08:22 PM
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I tossed some nashbar ATB panniers in the basement after they ripped in a month and ejected themselves from my rack twice. I have a pair of Axiom Lasalle I purchased from Tree Fort Bikes that are amazing for the price.
09-03-11 | 10:24 PM
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Good ole 35 pound Tidy Cat Litter Buckets from Walmart.
They cost about $20 bucks for the pair which includes the cat litter.
Accessories to prepare for mounting them cost < $10.
Accessories to prepare for mounting them cost < $10.
09-04-11 | 11:52 AM
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Cyclocello,
Itīs the type you often see permanently fixed to bikes here in Holland. I wouldnīt use them for biking holidays but for general use this type works fine. My experience with cheap polyester is somewhat negative, then again, I have wrecked all but the Ortliebs so far. If you are not sure about the panniers being waterproof, use an extra plastic bag. For 20$ you canīt go wrong IMHO.
Kind regards,
Addendum: It might be wise to check if you have enough room on your bike so your feet wonīt hit the panniers.
Itīs the type you often see permanently fixed to bikes here in Holland. I wouldnīt use them for biking holidays but for general use this type works fine. My experience with cheap polyester is somewhat negative, then again, I have wrecked all but the Ortliebs so far. If you are not sure about the panniers being waterproof, use an extra plastic bag. For 20$ you canīt go wrong IMHO.
Kind regards,
Addendum: It might be wise to check if you have enough room on your bike so your feet wonīt hit the panniers.
Last edited by RolandArthur; 09-04-11 at 12:00 PM.
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