Best pannier on Reddit
256 reviews from r/bikecommuting, r/bicycletouring, r/cycling and 22 more subreddits
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#1
Ortlieb
4.8
(68)
"I have had the older version of Ortlieb Commuter Bag for about a decade and it has been awesome."
"I'm testing my new Ortlieb Vario PS 26L."
"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)"
"They work well, rain is not a problem and it's easy to get spare parts from them."
"It’s brilliant, I won’t ever need another pannier."
"I can commute next year with my Ortlieb panniers."
"Both been holding up great for years."
"It’s hard to beat Ortlieb or Arkel."
#2
Arkel
4.6
(25)
"Ive been carrying a 16 inch MacBook Pro in this bag for ~6000km without issue."
"I love my Arkel pannier!"
"Very happy with my Arkel pannier."
"Arkel orca are great."
"Love my Arkel Dolphin 48s and their attachment system."
"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)!"
"Which is completely waterproof, and I really like it."
"The best and most versatile bags in north america are probably Arkel."
#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."
"I like my Rhinowalk convertible pannier. Has straps to make it a backpack when you get out of the saddle, and it’s waterproof."
"If you're on a budget Rhinowalk is a good alternative to Ortlieb."
"The Rhinowalks are surprisingly solid."
"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
Decathlon
4.0
(9)
"I'm using this right now (Decathlon) and it is very effective keeping the elements out."
"I've never had any issues, my girlfriend and I each own one set of these."
"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 feel like Décathlon's would do the job just fine for half the price."
"Just bought this decathlon waterproof elopes 500 20l bag."
#5
Vaude
4.3
(7)
"Cannot say enough about the Vaude waterproof panniers."
"I've got 2 of the Vaude Aqua's; used them for commuting and hauling shopping."
"I think this Vaude 20l bag is the best option."
"I ended up with the Vaude Aqua V32."
"Beside ortlieb, vaude has good panniers."
"Really good quality and clip on and off very easily."
"High quality made in germany."
#6
Banjo Brothers
4.3
(6)
"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"
"It's a good mix of affordability and quality."
#7
REI
4.2
(6)
"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."
"If I had found it first I probably would have started with the REI Beyonder saddle bag ($100) since it has the off bike strap and ess"
"I got this saddlebag from REI and while it doesn’t have quite as much capacity as I’d like it can easily handle a typical grocery run."
#8
Two Wheel Gear
4.2
(5)
"The only exceptions I've ever encountered are Two Wheel Gear."
"I have one from Two Wheel Gear that's been working pretty well."
"I've got an older version of this one from Two Wheel Gear."
"2 in 1 Bike Commuting and Travel Pannier."
"You could also look at the stuff from Two Wheel Gear."
#9
Tailfin
5.0
(4)
"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."
"If you hate money, the Tailfin Carbon and their matching panniers work awesome."
#10
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."
#11
Topeak
4.8
(4)
"This is the bag I'm currently using and I like is a ton."
"Topeak MTX Trunkbag with drop-down panniers."
"Check out the Topeak clip in systems I personally love mine."
"They also have some great pannier options."
#12
Thule
4.5
(4)
"I highly recommend the Thule Gauntlet laptop sleeve."
"I love my Thule panniers. 25 L capacity for each one."
"For just size I like Thule shield 25L, they are huge, waterproof and well made."
"I like my Thule panniers."
#13
Carradice
4.3
(4)
"I have a Carradice Super C big enough for laptop/change of clothes."
"Carradice Super-C rear panniers."
"I'm a Carradice user but they are not 100%/waterproof."
"I used to use Carrodice for commuting, fitted my laptop well."
#14
Longride
4.3
(3)
"The Super Patriot SK meets your 3 requirements."
"Longride might have what you’re looking for."
"Another good option to look into is Longride."
#15
North Street
4.3
(3)
"I would highly recommend the North Street Woodward bag."
"They seem well made though they don't really have any mounting adjustment options."
"I like the variety and aesthetic of North Street bags more than Ortlieb."
#16
Banjo Bros
4.3
(3)
"For budget and quality you can’t beat the Banjo Bros Backpack Pannier."
"Banjo bros makes everything you actually need."
"I like the Banjo Bros grocery panniers, since most of my hauling is groceries."
#17
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."
#18
Lone Rider
4.5
(2)
"Lone Rider or Kriega."
"Lone Rider has excellent gear."
#19
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."
#20
LoneRider
4.5
(2)
"I have the LoneRider Motobags and i'm super happy with them."
"I’ve had bumot soft panniers and lonerider. I like lonerider better."
#21
Givi
4.5
(2)
"I have the Givi’s on my 750 and love them to death."
"Have you looked at Givi?"
#22
Kriega
4.5
(2)
"Kriega is my favorite."
"Bags are highly functional, easy on/off, waterproof."
#23
Ibera
4.0
(2)
"I’m super happy with the easy and stable clip system."
"Decent prices and decent construction."
#24
Iron and Resin
5.0
(1)
"Iron and Resin Pannier — amazing utility, great quality, awesome value."
#25
Fjallraven
5.0
(1)
"Can’t recommend it enough for grocery hauling."
#26
Deuter Mainhattan 17+10
5.0
(1)
"Deuter Mainhattan 17+10 is perfect for that."
#27
Arkel Commuter Urban Pannier
5.0
(1)
"I use an Arkel commuter urban pannier."
#28
Ortlieb Classic Back Rollers
5.0
(1)
"I have a set of classic Ortlieb back rollers."
#29
Vaude Aqua
5.0
(1)
"I got a rear ans front set of vaude aqua."
#30
Ortlieb Back-Roller's
5.0
(1)
"Bomb proof, water proof, and tons of volume"
#31
Wald Folding Baskets
5.0
(1)
"I’m crazy about them!"
#32
Unknown 20L Bag
5.0
(1)
"I've used it for 2 years without any issues in all weather except snow."
#33
Basil Discovery 9L
5.0
(1)
"It's an excellent pannier."
#34
Tusk Olympus Bags
5.0
(1)
"Tons of room. I'm pretty sure I can fit way more than I need in them."
#35
Ortlieb Vario Back Roller
5.0
(1)
"The straps snap on easily and the bag is every bit as waterproof as the panniers."
#36
Banjo Brothers Backpack Panniers
5.0
(1)
"Better looking than a lot of other options on the market."
#37
Brooks Roll-up Panniers
5.0
(1)
"They are water proof and for perfectly on my S2."
#38
Ortlieb Sports Roller Classic
5.0
(1)
"They come as a pair and can fit 12.5 l of volume each."
#39
Arkel Pannier and Bag Systems
5.0
(1)
"Both worth the price."
#40
Ortlieb Panniers
5.0
(1)
"I've carried all my groceries + a friend on that rack."
#41
Ortlieb Classic Bags
5.0
(1)
"100% waterproof, super burly and easy on/off."
#42
Thule Pack 'n Pedal Commuter Pannier
5.0
(1)
"These are my favorite. No other pannier I’m aware of has this latching mechanism and it is simply the best."
#43
Ortlieb Backroller Classics
5.0
(1)
"I use Ortleibs. They have a really easy on-off system, and you can sling them over your shoulder."
#44
Touratech
5.0
(1)
"I really like my Touratech Zega Pro panniers."
#45
Mosko Moto
5.0
(1)
"I´d recommend Mosko Moto Reckless 80 or 40."
#46
Po Campo
5.0
(1)
"I really love the Po Campo pannier! It has a padded laptop sleeve."
#47
Temple Cycles
5.0
(1)
"I use the pannier backpack they produce and it works great."
#48
Axiom
5.0
(1)
"I bought the monsoon oceanweave from REI several months ago... I absolutely love them."
#49
SW Motech
5.0
(1)
"SW Motech legend LC2 (or LC1 if you want smaller)."
#50
Specialized
5.0
(1)
"The Specialized/Fjallraven Cool Cave pannier is rigid and when paired with the Cave Lid Pack is damn near waterproof."
#51
Tourbon
5.0
(1)
"I have a Tourbon clip-on pannier backpack that I've used every day for several years and I love it."
#52
Earth Pak
5.0
(1)
"Totally happy with mine, although for $29.99 it would be tough to complain."
#53
2 Wheel Gear
5.0
(1)
"2 Wheel Gear makes some great convertible panniers."
#54
Outback Motortek
5.0
(1)
"Outback Motortek is the best I’ve found for any bike."
#55
SW-Motech
5.0
(1)
"SW-Motech offers some really great stuff."
#56
Cortech
4.0
(1)
"I use Cortech saddlebags."
#57
Crosso
4.0
(1)
"You can change currency to USD. Rather cheap, very simple, very reliable and waterproof."
#58
Tusk
4.0
(1)
"They're easy to install, and you can mount just about any panniers to them."
#59
Cool Cave
4.0
(1)
"I use the cool cave pannier and lid."
#60
Co-op Cycles
4.0
(1)
"I ended up with the Co-op Cycles Link Panniers."
#61
Buschwacker
4.0
(1)
"Buschwacker folding paniers / baskets would work on this."
#62
Tern
4.0
(1)
"I use the Tern Cargo Hold 52 panniers."
#63
Hepco and Becker
4.0
(1)
"I like the hepco and becker, c bow system."
#64
Sedici
4.0
(1)
"I bought some Sedici bags from Cycle gear for around $100."
#65
AGU
4.0
(1)
"Make affordable but sturdy waterproof panniers."
#66
New Looxs
4.0
(1)
"Definitely big enough for light grocery shopping."
#67
Venzo
4.0
(1)
"Venzo bags are cheaper than Ortlieb and perfectly fine to use."
#68
Ortlieb Commuter Two Urban
4.0
(1)
"I’ve been using a Ortlieb commuter two urban, it has a dedicated laptop sleeve."
#69
Two Wheel Gear Pannier Backpack Convertible 2.0
4.0
(1)
"Pannier Backpack Convertible 2.0 - Made to Carry – Two Wheel Gear."
#70
Topeak Trunk Bags
4.0
(1)
"I've got one of the Topeak trunk bags."
#71
Topeak Trunk System with Expandable Side Panniers
4.0
(1)
"Has been close to perfect for my commuting uses for the last 5 or so years."
#72
Rhinowalk Pannier Bags
4.0
(1)
"Best value are the Rhinowalk pannier bags. 2 x 27l for $80 and also can be used as a backpack."
#73
Gazelle Panniers
4.0
(1)
"I can put 3 bags of groceries in each side."
#74
Vincita Panniers
4.0
(1)
"Able to do all my grocery shopping."
#75
REI Saddlebag Panniers
4.0
(1)
"Holds a decent amount of stuff, is easy to take on and off."
#76
Timbuk2 Bags
4.0
(1)
"They're durable and (mostly) waterproof."
#77
Timbuk2 Tandem Pannier
4.0
(1)
"I really like."
#78
Nelson Rigg Sierra Dry Bags
4.0
(1)
"They are a solid and also budget friendly option!"
#79
Rhinowalk Multifunction 24L
4.0
(1)
"Looking good for $55 in Amazon."
#80
Axiom Seymour Panniers
4.0
(1)
"They aren’t perfect, but they work and allow me to pack heavy or light."
#81
Ogio Ogio Panniers
4.0
(1)
"I don't think I could find better ones for the price."
#82
Clarijs
4.0
(1)
"Clarijs XL pannier or this XXL if it fits your bike & rack."
#83
Dill Pickle
4.0
(1)
"I preferred supporting smaller manufacturers."
#84
Lynx
4.0
(1)
"I have Lynx panniers, lighter and cheaper than Ortlieb."
#85
Timbuk2
4.0
(1)
"Timbuk2 Panniers are nice to carry on a shoulder sling."
#86
ADK Packbasket
4.0
(1)
"They are quite strong. I ran some Velcro straps on the inside of them to give extra support."
#87
Basil
4.0
(1)
"For pure budget carrying in panniers, I like a 2-in-1 set like the Basil Mara."
#88
Raleigh
4.0
(1)
"I use a set of raleigh dual panniers on my aventure.2."
#89
Gazelle
4.0
(1)
"I like the Gazelle Commuter bag although it's the only one I've used."
#90
Universal Pannier
4.0
(1)
"I added pannier hooks from Universal Pannier to my favorite backpack’s straps."
#91
Unit Garage
4.0
(1)
"Unit garage might have what your looking for."
#92
Hepco & Becker
4.0
(1)
"Have you checked Hepco & Becker?"
#93
Bumot
4.0
(1)
"I Personally own the bumot on my gs1250 GSA."
#94
REI Co-op
3.0
(1)
"I got a cheap REI CO-OP house brand pannier and it’s pretty decent."
#95
Topeak MTX DXP Trunk Bag
3.0
(1)
"It works well for my daily commuting."
#96
ADK Packworks
3.0
(1)
"Finding a good pannier is so gd hard. I found a cheapo one."
#97
Jandd
3.0
(1)
"I was using Jandd Large Mountain Pannier but could not fit my 35 liter REI Flash pack into it."
#98
Dreamon
1.0
(1)
"Do NOT use the dreamon 50L panniers."
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