novara safari panniers -- anybody use them (esp long term) ?
02-08-09, 05:17 PM
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novara safari panniers -- anybody use them (esp long term) ?
Hey, I read a couple markedly negative reviews about thes panniers on a bicycle review site, I'm looking trying to buy some that will really, really last.
The reviews generally said they were ripped easily, in one case on a parked bike tipping, and another time by something in the load.
The reviews generally said they were ripped easily, in one case on a parked bike tipping, and another time by something in the load.
02-08-09, 07:03 PM
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I bought mine last summer, used them all summer touring, and now use them daily to carry my stuff to school. I have had no problems at all, I think they're a great design and very durable. Plus I figure if they rip I'll take them back to REI for a no questions asked return. They definitely don't rip easily.
02-08-09, 10:32 PM
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Keep your eye on e-bay for a set. There was one auction that ended yesterday. It had been up for I think five days with no takers. It was a set for front and rear panniers with another bag thrown in. They wanted $150.00 for all five bags still having the tags on.
02-08-09, 10:44 PM
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if your looking for a less expensive option over say the ortliebs... The Axiom waterproof series are pretty darn tough. I have ortliebs also. The Axiom typhoon and Monsoon I think are the names... one is larger and is more of a front bag/rear and the other is a rear only. Mine have been stapped to my bike for around 10K miles and still work most excellent. I will say that if you can afford them.............. Ortlieb.
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I have a two sets of Novara Safari panniers (front and rear) that I bought on clearance two years ago. I'm very hard on equipment and these haven't failed me yet... and I've literally stuffed them full of gear. I did poke a very small hole in one almost right away which I immediately covered with duct tape (both sides of the hole), thinking I'd find time and a way to make a cleaner-looking patch. Haven't bothered -haven't got around to it yet. The hole hasn't spread in two years since it happened.
I'll echo the sentiment that they are strong and durable...
Judy
I'll echo the sentiment that they are strong and durable...
Judy
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02-09-09, 01:58 PM
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This is not my sale on e-bay but did catch it when I was looking for my bike: https://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...E:B:SS:US:1123
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i've been using them for a few years now.
awesome bags.
not one single complaint.
and i use them on all sorts of bikes.
i'm a no car guy, so these bags have seen plenty of use.
I'd buy them again and again...
awesome bags.
not one single complaint.
and i use them on all sorts of bikes.
i'm a no car guy, so these bags have seen plenty of use.
I'd buy them again and again...
