I have biked to work for over 13 years. The first 12 years I had panniers that were given to me by an ex - the fabric was durable, but several years ago they started falling off my bike whenever I'd go over a bump. Not a good way to start or end the day. But, me being thrifty (cheap) I never got new ones.
Finally I decided I had had enough, and I was worth it, dammit, so did research and went out and bought Ortlieb bike panniers. They are the BEST. They have a great on/off the rack system that takes just seconds, and they are HUGE (today I had to take my violin to work, and it worked putting it in one - yes, it stuck out some but was secure). Yes, I missed out on getting the new ones which have an internal pocket (Gnome), but such is life. And they are waterproof. Really truly. No more worrying about my stuff in the event of a possible afternoon thunderstorm.
I am so happy every time I use them.
5 comments:
These truly are the coolest bike accessory since pedal cages
Not sure that does them justice in my eyes, but if pedal cages rule for you...so be it. :-)
Best invention since the push-up bra?
Ah, much more in keeping with the Gnome we all know and love.
I was so impressed with the fact that you ride your bike to work, I missed the whole product thing.
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