Best pannier on Reddit
222 reviews from r/bikecommuting, r/bicycletouring, r/cycling and 22 more subreddits
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#1
Ortlieb
4.7
(87)
"I use an Ortlieb back roller which I leave on the bike."
"Is the only choice."
"The ortlieb vario with the commuter insert rules."
"Ortlieb also sells the Vario, which is a convertible backpack/pannier."
"I use Ortlieb Quick Rack on the Grail AL 6 and I am very happy with it."
"I recommend Ortlieb quick rack, is easy to put on or to remove."
"The 20L Ortlieb Vario backpack that I’ve used for a few years to commute."
"I splurged for some Otlieb 25L ones."
"The ortleibs are light and that helps for walking."
"Ortlieb with a laptop insert (from Ortlieb as well)"
#2
Arkel
4.5
(20)
"I'm a huge fan of the Arkel Urban H panniers."
"I love my Arkel pannier!"
"Very happy with my Arkel pannier."
"I have front and rear Arkels and absolutely love them."
"I think the Arkels beat out the Ortliebs."
"I recommend taking a look at the Arkel Shopper to see if it might work. my absolute favorite all purpose saddle bag(s)!"
"Arkel Shopper 🥳"
"Akrel is life warranty and super durable cordura."
"I’m a big fan of my Arkel Bug."
"I was looking at Arkel's Dry-Lites."
#3
Rhinowalk
4.2
(12)
"I picked up a nice Rhinowalk brand pannier off AMZ for a lot less money than an Ortlieb."
"I've been using $40 rhinowalks from glamazon for 6 years. Waterproof strong and big"
"Really good for the money. I've put 2.5 years on mine and they are still super-waterproof."
"If you're on a budget Rhinowalk is a good alternative to Ortlieb."
"The Rhinowalks are surprisingly solid."
"I have toured with Rhinowalk panniers from Amazon. Cheap and pretty sturdy."
"Rhinowalk. Not as sturdy as Ortlieb but darned good."
"Amazon sells one called Rhinowalk. Not as good as Ortlieb but good"
"Makes good panniers at decent prices."
"Rhinowalk makes a pannier/backpack."
#4
Banjo Brothers
4.3
(8)
"Makes an awesome set of waterproof bags."
"With your requirements I’d definitely check out Banjo Brother’s selection."
"I've been happy with my Banjo Brothers backpack pannier."
"Banjo Brothers makes a good grocery pannier at a reasonable price."
"It looks like this would work with the Banjo Brothers grocery pannier"
"Banjo brothers, especially since they’re durable and not hard to find secondhand."
"Makes very good quality single panniers in that range."
"It's a good mix of affordability and quality."
#5
Decathlon
3.9
(8)
"This one works wonders for me."
"I’ve got a Decathlon roll-top waterproof one in grey."
"I use a cheaper decathlon with zips that is in theory not waterproof."
"Ive been using this decathlon pannier / backpack for commuting to work for the past 3 years."
"Decatlhon."
"I got one from Decathlon where the two sides zip together into a rucksack and I think it's great."
"I think that's a really interesting concept."
"I feel like Décathlon's would do the job just fine for half the price."
#6
Tailfin
4.8
(6)
"I love mine and it’s rock solid!"
"Tailfin makes high quality products."
"If your budget is unlimited, tailfin.cc is the very best."
"Tailfin. A bit more expensive than other options but is just perfect."
"Expensive, but well worth it."
"Tailfin do a (expensive) great rear rack."
#7
Topeak
4.6
(5)
"This is the bag I'm currently using and I like is a ton."
"I have the Super Tourist w/o disc w/o spring and really like it."
"Check out the Topeak clip in systems I personally love mine."
"Pretty sure Topeak make one and I’m sure Ortlieb do too."
"They also have some great pannier options."
#8
Mosko
5.0
(4)
"Mosko panniers are amazing."
"I’d throw anything from Mosko on that asap and you’d be solid"
"Mosko. Any and all of it."
"Mosko Reckless for shorter-multi day trips."
#9
Two Wheel Gear
4.5
(4)
"They're great quality, really nice complement of pockets."
"The only exceptions I've ever encountered are Two Wheel Gear."
"I have one from Two Wheel Gear that's been working pretty well."
"You could also look at the stuff from Two Wheel Gear."
#10
REI
4.3
(4)
"Very big fan of my REI junction pannier."
"I use a couple of REI junction panniers. No complaints so far."
"I use the REI Junction pannier. It's big enough to hold a change of clothes, laptop and lunch."
"I use this one for commuting with my A2."
#11
Vaude
4.3
(4)
"Cannot say enough about the Vaude waterproof panniers."
"Beside ortlieb, vaude has good panniers."
"Really good quality and clip on and off very easily."
"High quality made in germany."
#12
Nelson Rigg
4.7
(3)
"Has treated me well."
"They're great!"
"I will add a third recommendation for Nelson Rigg Sierra."
#13
Carradice
4.3
(3)
"Carradice Super C's."
"I'm a Carradice user but they are not 100%/waterproof."
"I used to use Carrodice for commuting, fitted my laptop well."
#14
Amazon
4.0
(3)
"I got these bad boys off of Amazon the other day. Love them so far."
"I use this Pannier Bag and just put my laptop in a padded case inside the bag."
"I have this bag on my bike. I like that it has a quick release."
#15
Ortlieb Vario
5.0
(2)
"I recently bought a ortlieb vario, which I can put on my rack but still use a backpack."
"Ortlieb vario! Has backpack straps for carrying and a laptop sleeve."
#16
Lone Rider
4.5
(2)
"Lone Rider or Kriega."
"Lone Rider has excellent gear."
#17
Rockbros
4.5
(2)
"I have been very happy with my yellow Rockbros panniers from Amazon."
"I have a Rockbros one that has two shoulder straps."
#18
Tusk
4.5
(2)
"Tusk makes the best IMHO… I’ve beaten the shit out of them."
"They're easy to install, and you can mount just about any panniers to them."
#19
Timbuk2
4.0
(2)
"Timbuk2 Panniers are nice to carry on a shoulder sling."
"Timbuk2 makes panniers that double as a backpack."
#20
Cortech
4.0
(2)
"Cortech also makes some good saddlebags."
"I use Cortech saddlebags."
#21
Longride
4.0
(2)
"Longride might have what you’re looking for."
"Another good option to look into is Longride."
#22
Tern
4.0
(2)
"I've always treated the Tern paniers like a car truck and thrown in whatever briefcase, backpack, tote bag, suitcase, Ikea blue bag, etc I wanted at my destination."
"I use the Tern Cargo Hold 52 panniers."
#23
Priority Bicycles
5.0
(1)
"I love how they convert to a backpack."
#24
Bushwhacker
5.0
(1)
"Have them on both my cargo and commuter and wouldn't go back to regular panniers."
#25
Wolfman
5.0
(1)
"They work perfectly."
#26
Etsy
5.0
(1)
"Super well made and handsome saddlebags."
#27
Mundo
5.0
(1)
"That thing is so amazing."
#28
Universal
5.0
(1)
"Can't recommend them enough."
#29
PoCampo
5.0
(1)
"This is a very thoughtfully designed bag."
#30
Nomadic Racks
5.0
(1)
"It’s the best fitting and nicest looking rack I’ve found."
#31
Iron and Resin
5.0
(1)
"Iron and Resin Pannier — amazing utility, great quality, awesome value."
#32
Fjallraven
5.0
(1)
"Can’t recommend it enough for grocery hauling."
#33
Jaand
4.0
(1)
"Jaand is pretty good."
#34
Vincita
4.0
(1)
"Users liked: High quality and durable material."
#35
Go Getters
4.0
(1)
"I love the Go Getters, I have one on each side of my Mundo and they are enormous but fold up pretty well."
#36
Wald
4.0
(1)
"Wald 257 is my preference."
#37
Osprey
4.0
(1)
"I’ve liked commuting with my Osprey Astro Laptop bag."
#38
Blackburn
4.0
(1)
"Have you considered an axle-mounted rear rack, such as this one?"
#39
Super Knuckle
4.0
(1)
"I got these pannier bags which I am super happy with looking at the quality."
#40
Rubbermaid
4.0
(1)
"I've used mine to bring home ~$60 worth of groceries."
#41
RockBros
4.0
(1)
"RockBros Bike Rear Pannier Rack Luggage Rack Carrier With Fender."
#42
Lone Peak Packs
4.0
(1)
"They are cheap, rigid, water proof, and durable."
#43
Clarijs
4.0
(1)
"I'm pretty happy with how these bags fit on this bike."
#44
Oxford
4.0
(1)
"Works well on my folding bike."
#45
REI Co-op
4.0
(1)
"Might be a bit small for bulky groceries."
#46
Ikea
4.0
(1)
"It's a real shame they are no longer made."
#47
Axiom
4.0
(1)
"I've got one of these guys on my road bike and it works great."
#48
Pelican
4.0
(1)
"Any good pannier and a Pelican case."
#49
North Street
4.0
(1)
"They seem well made though they don't really have any mounting adjustment options."
#50
Crosso
4.0
(1)
"You can change currency to USD. Rather cheap, very simple, very reliable and waterproof."
#51
Cool Cave
4.0
(1)
"I use the cool cave pannier and lid."
#52
Co-op Cycles
4.0
(1)
"I ended up with the Co-op Cycles Link Panniers."
#53
Buschwacker
4.0
(1)
"Buschwacker folding paniers / baskets would work on this."
#54
Hepco and Becker
4.0
(1)
"I like the hepco and becker, c bow system."
#55
Sedici
4.0
(1)
"I bought some Sedici bags from Cycle gear for around $100."
#56
Xtracycle
3.0
(1)
"I’ve got some Xtracycle cargo slings - they are great for just dumping stuff in."
#57
Triumph
3.0
(1)
"I have the leather saddle bags, that I am looking to get off my hands if you need."
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