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Pannier Comparison

English Version | Metric Version

Here is the list of several panniers and their manufactures that I could find online.  This list does not assume to contain every known pannier manufacture or every pannier these manufactures may have. If you would like to add a pannier or manufacture to this list, click here.

The panniers I have listed are primarily oriented towards touring.  If you know of another pannier or manufacture please E-mail me with its information.

The prices, sizes, dimensions, capacities are what I was able to find online from each manufacture or their distributors.  I have not confirmed _ANY_ of this data. So if your 2000 ci pannier is only 1995 ci, don't blame me.

I am not affiliated with any of these companies or their distributors (expect for my Adv-cycling membership, and Rivendell Reader subscription). In fact, I don't own any of these panniers (as of 2/3/00 update 3/1/01: I purchased a set of used Orteibs ).

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Arkel OverDesigns
Beckman
Bruce Gordon
Cannondale
Carradice
Cobbworks
CROSSO
Deuter
Eclipse
Inertia Designs
Jandd
Karrimor
Lone Peak
Madden
 MEC / Serratus
Nashbar
Ortlieb
Overland Equipment
Panpack
Performance
Radical Design
Radical Design
REI
Schwin
Serratus
Trek
Two Wheel Gear
Vaude
General Recommendations
    Arkel OverDesigns
    High quality Candian manufacture.  Great attention to detail, and well reported with customer service.  Offers a large and diverse line of panniers.
    Cobbworks
    Inexpensive water proof food containers.  Seem to have good track record.  Not for the style conscience.
    Ortlieb
    Industry leader in waterproof panniers.  Good longevity.  Simple elegant design.  Decent price.
    Beckman
    Considered by some to be the best made and thought out panniers.  But the PRICE!  OUCH!  However, they will probably be the last panniers you ever buy.
    Jandd
    Heavy duty, ubiquitous at bicycle shops (at least in Cal).  Lots of straps and stuff to play with, however these could get annoying.  Difficult mounting system (for some).
    Others
    The new panniers from Bruce Gordon look good, the Eclipse and Lone Peaks are older brands with a good track record with many.  Also Carradice and Karrimor are worth looking into, esp in Europe.
Quick Table
Manufacture Price Range Quality* Size Range (ci)
Arkel OD 85 - 230+ ***** 1350 - 5000
Beckman 135 - 400+ ***** 1600 - 3600
Bruce Gordon 145 - 185 ***** ? 1400 - 2200
Carradice 85 - 140 **** 1464 - 2929
Cobbworks 39 **** 1848
Eclipse 90 - 155 *** 1100 - 2516
Jandd 100 - 230 **** 1444 - 5200 (!)
Karrimor 63 - 128 **** 1525 - 3356
Lone Peak 70 - 145 **** 1500 - 2500
Madden 142 - 198 **** 1450 - 3000
MEC / Serratus 44 - 105 **** 1403 - 3417
Panpack 50 - 147 **** 976 - 3661
Nashbar 70 - 83 *** ? - ?
Ortlieb 135 - 190 ***** 1526 - 2441
Performance 65 - 90 ** 1400 - 2200
REI 70 - 125 *** 1730 - 2940
Schwin 70 ** ? 1900
Vaude 60 -140 *** ? 1600 - 3200
* My subjective, seat of the pants, take it or leave it, guess.
In alphabetical order of manufacture name:
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Arkel OverDesigns
Web: www.panniers.com
Available: Direct, and from a few specialized bike stores.
Notes: Canadian Manufacture has a beautiful and LARGE line of panniers.  Their large models tend to mount low which is a good thing. This is only a partial list of their models.
Mounting System: 6061-T6 aluminum hooks, looks strong.
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Tandem Touring Rear (TT 82)
rate this pannier		 4.76
From 4 Surveys 		 $ 322 5000 28 x 19 x 8 112 Multi Pocket Monster!  Very Cool, Match to TT 38 
Tandem Touring Front (TT 38)
rate this pannier		 4.93
From 2 Surveys 		 $ 199 2300 16 x 10 x 8 67 Multi Pocket  Match to TT 82 
Expedition Ready (EX-R 56)
rate this pannier		 4.92
From 3 Surveys 		 $ 349 3400 18 x 16 x 11 101 Super Heavy Duty Multi Pocket  Nice Looking, match to EX-R 38 
Expedition Ready (EX-R 38)
rate this pannier		 5.00
From 1 Surveys 		 $ 185 2300 16 x 10 x 8 74 Multi Pocket  Match to EX-R 56 
Grand Touring (GT 54)
rate this pannier		 4.77
From 23 Surveys 		 $ 225 3300 18 x 16 x 10 88 Multi Pocket  Match to GT 30 
Grand Touring (GT 30)
rate this pannier		 4.75
From 13 Surveys 		 $ 112 1850 17 x 12 x 9 48 Multi Pocket  Match to GT 54 
Touring (T 42)
rate this pannier		 4.74
From 15 Surveys 		 $ 119 2550 16 x 16 x 6 70.4 Multi Pocket  Match to T 42 
Touring (T 22)
rate this pannier		 4.81
From 3 Surveys 		 $ 85.00 1350 15 x 15 x 6 38.4 Multi Pocket  Match to T 42 
Utility Basket Pannier
rate this pannier		 4.86
From 3 Surveys 		 54 1650 20 x 12 x 7 36 Large, Top Loading   
XM 40
rate this pannier		 4.71
From 3 Surveys 		 $149 2450 20 x 18 x 6 66 Top load with 1 pocket  Arkels specially designed mountan bike pannier. 
The Bug
rate this pannier		 4.52
From 3 Surveys 		 95 1250 16 x 11 x 6 36 commuting   
Briefcase
rate this pannier		 4.61
From 4 Surveys 		 $110 0 n/a n/a Commuting   
Tail Rider
rate this pannier		 5.00
From 1 Surveys 		 $79 500 1250 16 x 11 x 6 n/a Trunk rack   
T-42
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		  0 n/a n/a    
RT-60
rate this pannier		 4.71
From 1 Surveys 		 306 3650 26.5 x 12 x 10 98 Touring pannier. Side loading.  Recumbent specific touring pannier. Lots of compartments and pockets to organize items. 
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Beckman
Web: www.coinet.com/~beckman/
Available: Directly from Beckman Designs
Notes: Beckman is a manufacture of high quality touring bikes and components. His products have a reputation for being some of the best. However, they also tend to be expensive.
Mounting System: Four rolled steel hooks affixed to an aluminum support backing. The four hooks rest on the top and bottom of bicycle racks. There is a single strap holding system that wraps around the bottom of the rack to keep the pannier in place. The panniers will work with Beckman, Gordon, Bilenky, Jandd and Nitto racks. They will not work on Blackburn. (Quoted from Pablo Bueno Mendoza)
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
EL 2000
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 L-$175
S-$195
C-$215		 2000 14.5 x 11 x 6.75 n/a Panel Load  L - No Pocket/no compression
S - Standard with Pocket
C - Pocket & compression panel 
EL 2600
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 L-$195
S-$215
C-$235		 2600 16.5 x 12 x 8 n/a Panel Load   
Paradigm
rate this pannier		 5.00
From 2 Surveys 		 $ 245 1800 16.5 x 12 x 5.5 n/a Panel Load  Beckman's Top of the Line Series 
Expedition
rate this pannier		 4.63
From 2 Surveys 		 $ 285 2400 16.5 x 12 x 7.5 n/a Panel Load  Beckman's Top of the Line Series 
Wanderlust
rate this pannier		 5.00
From 1 Surveys 		 $ 285 2700 16.5 x 12 x 7.5 n/a Panel Load  Beckman's Top of the Line Series 
Non-Modular Tandem
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $ 235 2800 16 x 12 x 8.25 n/a Panel Load  (Also Available in EL Series for $215) 
Modular Tandem
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $ 435 (rear) 335 (front) 2800 16.5 x 12 x 8.5 n/a Panel Load  (Also Available in EL Series for $285) 
Modular Tandem
rate this pannier		 4.75
From 2 Surveys 		 $ 435 (rear) 335 (front) 3600 18.5 x 13.25 x 9.5 n/a Panel Load  (Also Available in EL Series for $285) 
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Bruce Gordon
Web: www.bgcycles.com
Available: Directly from Bruce Gordon
Notes: Bruce Gordon has been a long time manufacture of touring bikes. And decided to offer some high quality panniers.
Mounting System: Four rolled steel hooks affixed to an aluminum support backing. The four hooks rest on the top and bottom of bicycle racks. There is a single strap holding system that wraps around the bottom of the rack to keep the pannier in place. These panniers work only with Gordon racks. (Quoted from Pablo Bueno Mendoza)
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Model 2200
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $ 185 2200 n/a n/a Panel Load, with Hor. Compression Straps  Nice Looking 
Model 1400
rate this pannier		 5.00
From 1 Surveys 		 $ 145 1400 n/a n/a Panel Load, with Hor. Compression Straps  Nice Looking 
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Cannondale
Web: www.cannondale.com - go to clothing section under 'gear' there is a 'panniers' link
Available: LBS
Notes: Decent looking, very Stylish and hip looking.  Should appeal to poser mountain bikers.
Mounting System: ?
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Overland Pannier
rate this pannier		 4.27
From 7 Surveys 		 $ ~150 2000 Big Guess n/a n/a Multi pocket.  Not much info on web site. 
Expander Pannier
rate this pannier		 4.25
From 3 Surveys 		  0 n/a n/a Side Load   
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Carradice
Web: www.carradice.co.uk
Available: Maybe direct. Wallingford Bike Parts Also, Rivendell carries 'retro' models
Notes: British made, Cotton Duck or Cordura. Nice looking stuff
Mounting System: ?
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Super C Front
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $ 85 ? 1708 n/a n/a Top Loaders.  The price is from Wallbike, but the online catalog doesn't specify front or rear. 
Super C Rear Retro
rate this pannier		 4.14
From 1 Surveys 		 $ 140 2563(Expandable n/a 54 Super C Rear Retro  Available only from Rivendell.  Cotton Duck with _Leather_ straps.  New models have Cobbworks designed mounting system. 
Super C Front Retro
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $ 100 1464 n/a 46 Super C Front Retro  Available only from Rivendell.  Cotton Duck with _Leather_ straps.  New models have Cobbworks designed mounting system. 
Bike Bureau
rate this pannier		 4.78
From 4 Surveys 		 110 0 n/a n/a Brief Case   
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CROSSO
Web: www.crosso.com.pl
Available: www.crosso.com.pl
Notes: A new polish producer (Białystok, Poland) making it`s panniers of Cordura & PVC. Good quality and very low prices.
Mounting System: Three steel hooks (two for the upside of a rack & one joined to the pannier with a streching rubber for the downside)
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Ekspert
rate this pannier		 4.50
From 1 Surveys 		 ~88$ (299PLN) 22 n/a 35.27 Side Load  Proffesional panniers, totally waterproof, durable and comfortable to use. 
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Eclipse
Web: www.eclipseluggage.com/eclipse/bicycle.html No longer contains bicycle pannier information. (7/2002)
Available: Directly from Eclipse and Lickbike (maybe no loger available, 7/2002)
Notes: Eclipse has been around many years.  However, their products aren't prominent in any bicycle shops I've been to lately.
Mounting System: ?
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Yellowstone Touring
rate this pannier		 4.25
From 1 Surveys 		 $ 154.95 2516 /( 2916 Expanded) 14 x 13 x 7.5 62 Top Loading with outside pockets.  Available at Lickbike 
Yosemite Day
rate this pannier		 4.25
From 1 Surveys 		 $ 89.95 1100 13 x 10 x 4.5 34 Side Zip, no frills  Available at Lickbike 
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Inertia Designs
Web: www.inertiadesigns.com
Available: Direct and from LBS, Dealer list on their Web site.
Notes: Good looking basic panniers. Looks pretty good.
Mounting System: Big old metal system. Looks good, but maybe heavy/cumbersome.  Check web site for details.
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Monsoon Excursion Panniers
rate this pannier		 4.43
From 1 Surveys 		 $ 154.99 2738 17 x 12.5 x 6 77 Panel Load  Water Proof/Restant 
Touring Panniers
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $ 139.99 2116 3316 (expanded) 16 x 9.5 x 5 70 Top Load, Multi Compression Straps   
Monsoon Touring Panniers
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $ 199.99 2116 2766 (expanded) 16 x 9.5 x 5 90 Top Load, Multi Compression Straps  Water Proof/Resistant 
Expedition Touring Panniers
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $ 179.99 3818 4918 (expanded) 17 x 12.5 x 6 90 Top Load, Multi Compression Straps   
Monsoon Expedition Panniers
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $ 249.99 3368 4168 (expanded) 17 x 12.5 x 6 102 Top Load, Multi Compression Straps  Water Proof/Resistant 
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Jandd
Web: www.jandd.com
Available: Directly from Jandd, many local bicycle shops (at least in California), and Performance (some models)
Notes: Jandd is a mountain backpack company located in Santa Barbara.  Maker of a wide range of bicycle bags, including handlebar bags, seat wedges, rank trunks, etc.  Bags made of heavy-duty Cordura. They tend to be very strong, but also a little heavy.
Also Jandd is notorious for not spending any money on advertising (hence the non-working web site).  The following information is from the 2001 catalog, and where supplied by Pablo Mendoza.
Mounting System: Most models use Stainless steel hooks on the top and an adjustable tension strap to reach the bottom.  It is reported that these are difficult to adjust because one must reach behind the bag to tighten the strap.  However, once they are on, they are on.  Not easily removable., All Jandd panniers attach together to make carrying easier off the bike.
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Mini Mountain (updated 2/8/00)
rate this pannier		 4.06
From 2 Surveys 		 $ 104.99 2200 - 2600 Expanded 13.5 x 11 x 4.5 52.8 Panel Load   
Mountain (updated 2/8/00)
rate this pannier		 3.62
From 7 Surveys 		 $ 128.99 2076 - 4076 Expanded 14.5 x 10.5 x 9 52.8 Top Load   
Mountain Large (updated 2/8/00)
rate this pannier		 4.21
From 3 Surveys 		 $ 154.99 3500 - 6800 Expanded 16 x 13 x 6 83.5 Top Load   
Mountain Expedition (updated 2/8/00)
rate this pannier		 3.10
From 4 Surveys 		 $ 229.99 6800 - 9950 Expanded 16 x 14.5 x 6.5 106.9 Top Load  Freaky Large and Heavy. Take the kitchen sink. Top Pocket, Bungie cord to hold stuff on top of panniers, rear pocket, one zip-off rear pocket that converts to a fanny pack, side pocket. Front waterbottle holder, w/waterbottle 
Commuter
rate this pannier		 4.57
From 3 Surveys 		 80 1750 1995 13 x 18 x 8 48 Top load with pockets  Waterproof rain cover available 
Grocery Basket Pannier
rate this pannier		 4.62
From 2 Surveys 		 ~50.00 0 n/a n/a top load, mesh, collapsible   
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Karrimor
Web: ?
Available: I don't know if available in the U.S. try - www.wheelbase.co.uk or Field and Trek and Cotswold Camping
Notes: Apparently high quality British (?) made stuff.
Mounting System: ?
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
First Tour Universal
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $ 63 1525 n/a n/a Top Load with strom flap.  £39 
First Tour Rear
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $ 79 2745 n/a n/a Top Load with strom flap.  £49 
Aquashield 1
rate this pannier		 4.43
From 1 Surveys 		 n/a 6 20 2928.62 x 2318.49 x 1342.28 47.62 Top Load Roll Top closure w/ hood  No longer manufactured. Waterproof. Not stitched. Radiofrequency welded. Bigger than Ortlieb. Lighter than Ortlieb. Roll top closure (canoe dry bag style) with hood (handy storage area). Plastic siffening plates (inside). Plastic protection plates (outsi 
Karousel
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 N/A 8 n/a n/a Symmetric rear pannier  Main compartment plus one zipped outside pocket. Made from 1000D nylon (KS60Ht). Twin SL-hook suspension system. Conventional single hook bottom locking system (pre-95). Optional rucsac conversion kit. 
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Lone Peak
Web: www.redrocks.com/lonepeak
Available: Directly from Loan Peak, Campmor, and LickBike
Notes: Loan Peak has been making pannier for a long time (I think).  Their panniers are attractive and have that classical pannier look.
Mounting System: ?
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Parley's Summit Panniers
rate this pannier		 4.83
From 1 Surveys 		 $ 89.99 2000 n/a n/a Panel Load, Outer pocket, one horz compression strap  Same as Sundance but Larger (Available at Campmor) 
Mount Rainier
rate this pannier		 4.06
From 2 Surveys 		 $ 145 2500 n/a n/a Panel Load, big Outside pocket, and trailing bottle pocket.  Loan Peak's Larger Panel loader. (Available at Lickbike) 
King's Peak Pannier
rate this pannier		 4.20
From 2 Surveys 		 $ 135 2500 n/a n/a Top Load, with compression straps, and trailing edge pocket.  Loan Peak's Larger Top loader. (Available at Lickbike) 
Sundance
rate this pannier		 4.29
From 1 Surveys 		 69.99 1500 n/a 32 mesh pockets  from Campmor: Made of 1000 denier Cordura® nylon with a strong Loc On® suspension system that assures these will not bounce off. External zip mesh pockets on each pannier for drying wet items. 1 in. compression strap can be wrapped behind your rack stays 
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Madden
Web: www.maddenusa.com - not working on 3/8/00
Available: Directly from Madden, Adv-Cycling, and BuyChoice.com
Notes: Maddens seem popular with touring cyclist.  Adv-cycling sells them and that seems like a pretty good recommendation in of its self.
Mounting System: Two rolled steel hooks affixed to an ABS plastic support back. A bungee cord extends from both hooks and is attached to a S-hook at the bottom. The S-hook is centered by a nylon strap at the bottom of the pack. This S-hook is attached to a strap that runs vertically from the hook to the top. A delrin buckle is at the center of the strap. All stress from the bungee is transferred to this vertical running strap when the buckle is closed. Madden calls this the Claw suspension. (Quoted from Pablo Bueno Mendoza)
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Baby Buzzard
rate this pannier		 4.53
From 4 Surveys 		 $ 160 2250 n/a 52 Top Loading  2 vertical compression straps, 2 horizontal compression straps, hood pocket 
Buzzard
rate this pannier		 4.42
From 5 Surveys 		 $ 198 3000 n/a 50 Top Loading  2 vertical compression straps, 2 horizontal compression straps, hood pocket, rear pocket 
Cyclite Front
rate this pannier		 4.79
From 2 Surveys 		 $ 143 1450 n/a 34 Panel loading  side pocket 
Cyclite Rear
rate this pannier		 4.25
From 1 Surveys 		 $ 179 2900 n/a 99 Panel loading  side pocket, rear pocket 
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MEC / Serratus
Web: www.mec.ca
Available: Directly from MEC / Serratus
Notes: Mountain Equipment Co-op produces/distributes a wide range of hiking and camping gear.  Their panniers are usually of good quality at a good price (esp. with current exchange rates).
Mounting System: ?
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Aqua-Not 46L (new)
rate this pannier		 3.88
From 3 Surveys 		 ? 2807 19 x 16 x 8 n/a Water Proof   
World Tour 40L
rate this pannier		 4.42
From 3 Surveys 		 $ 85.14 2440 30 x 11 x 8.5 63 Top Loading Two Vert & one Horz compression strap  $129 CAD 
Randonneur PF 43L
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $ 62.04 2623 n/a 56 Top Loading Two Vert & one Horz compression strap  $94 CAD 
Randonneur PF 36L
rate this pannier		 4.57
From 1 Surveys 		 $ 58.74 2196 n/a 53 Top Loading Two Vert & one Horz compression strap  $89 CAD 
Aqua-Not 369L (new)
rate this pannier		 4.09
From 2 Surveys 		  2196 17 x 12 x 8 n/a Water Proof   
Randonneur PF - 21
rate this pannier		 4.26
From 3 Surveys 		 $ 43.56 1281 n/a 38 Top Loading One Vert & one Horz compression strap  $66 CAD 
Randonneur Z - 31
rate this pannier		 4.29
From 1 Surveys 		 $ 50.82 1891 n/a 50 Panel Load  $77 CAD 
Randonneur Z - 31
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $ 44.22 1403 n/a 42 Panel Load  $67 CAD 
Pannier/Day Pack
rate this pannier		 4.00
From 1 Surveys 		 CAD$92 6 n/a 33.86 Side-loading, convertible pannier-backpack with multiple pockets  A single pannier that converts to a backpack. The stiffener can be left on the rack when using as a pack. The shoulder straps look shaped, but they didn/'/t look very padded. Mesh water bottle pockets, map pocket, and internal pocket. Fits 9mm diamete 
World Tour 56Liter
rate this pannier		 4.77
From 5 Surveys 		 182.00 CAD for the pair! 22 n/a 81.13 Large, top-loading compartment also accessed through front zippered panel, with large front and side pockets  easy to use, durable locking system, reflexite tape for visibility Made of water resistent, tear resistant, long wearing Cordura 
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Nashbar
Web: www.nashbar.com
Available: Directly through Nashbar
Notes: ?
Mounting System: ?
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Waterproof Rear
rate this pannier		 3.57
From 6 Surveys 		 $ 82.75 0 n/a n/a Waterproof top loader (?)   
ATB Panniers
rate this pannier		 3.86
From 7 Surveys 		 $ 54.90 2350 n/a n/a Top loader (?) Multi-Pocket  Hard to find on Website. Do a search for "NA-ATP" 
Compact Euro Pannier
rate this pannier		 3.43
From 1 Surveys 		 $80 1000 6 x 10 x 18 n/a Top Load, 2 Pockets, Integrated Rain Cover Pocket  Not advertised at 1000 cu in, just my estimate for the pair. Construction is fairly nice with reflective piping, attractive design, compression straps, etc. 
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Ortlieb
Web: www.ortliebusa.com/index2.html
Available: REI And bikesmart.com. Maybe a high quality LBS.
Notes: One of the best manufactures.  Strong and waterproof.
Additional Review: Brenton Bikes.
Mounting System: QLR-2 is Ortieb's new system.  Consisting of Nylon (?) hooking mechanism on the top, with brace in the rear.  Reportedly strong, and it comes on and off easily when you want it to.
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Mini-Biker
rate this pannier		 4.75
From 3 Surveys 		 $ 165 1831 n/a 58 Top Loader drybag with storm flap  Weight varies from 1550 - 1900 g depending on model/fabric. Basic Model available with fewer compression straps and older QLR-1 mounting. 
Back-Roller
rate this pannier		 4.45
From 10 Surveys 		 $ 160 2441 n/a 53 Top Loader drybag that uses folding to seal (hence 'roller' name)  Weight varies from 1500 - 1900 g depending on model/fabric. Basic Model available ($125) with simpler fabric and older QLR-1 mounting. 
Bike-Packer
rate this pannier		 4.44
From 5 Surveys 		 $ 190 2441 n/a 74 Top Loader drybag with storm flap  Weight varies from 1850 - 2500 g depending on model/fabric. Basic Model available with fewer compression straps and older QLR-1 mounting. 
classic
rate this pannier		 4.83
From 1 Surveys 		 about 150 usa 0 n/a n/a topo loader with roll top seal  Sorry not to know particulars. The pannier is completely waterproof. You can even use it to carry water. On/off is extremely easy 
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Overland Equipment
Web: www.overlandequipment.com Unfortunately, this website is devoted to their line of backpacking and travel gear.
Available: LBS (limited), contact company for dealers
Notes: These are the panniers used by Daniel Buettner and his group for the Soviet Trek, Africa Trek, Maya Quest, and Asia Quest expeditions. 500 & 1000 denier Cordura is used in the construction. Finish quality is very high with excellent attention to detail.
Mounting System: Two rolled steel hooks at the top of the pannier affixed to an ABS plastic stiffened back. A triangulated strap system, called Strap Tight, is at the bottom of the pannier. Two steel welded rings are attached to the straps and act as hooks. When placed around the hooks at the bottom of Blackburn racks, these are held in place when the straps are tightened and tensioned.
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Little Buttes
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $ 155 1800 n/a 48 Top Loading  Hood pocket & side pocket & mesh rear pocket, rear usage (from Pablo Bueno Mendoza) 
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Panpack
Web: www.panpack.com
Available: Directly through Panpack
Notes: Convertible pannier to backpack system.  Appears to be good value at the current exchange rate.
Mounting System: ?
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Commute
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $ 70 2014 n/a n/a Panel Load  $105 CAD 
Backcountry
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $ 113 2502 n/a n/a Panel Load  $169 CAD 
World Tour
rate this pannier		 4.63
From 5 Surveys 		 $ 147 3661 n/a n/a Panel Load  $220 CAD 
EuroTour
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $171 US 3 n/a 3.6 Side Load  Converts to backpack 
Day Panpack
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $100 6 n/a n/a saddle bag type  converts to a packsack 
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Performance
Web: www.performancebike.com
Available: Directly through Performance
Notes: ?
Mounting System: ?
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
HP Rear -IllumiNITE
rate this pannier		 4.43
From 3 Surveys 		 $ 79.99 2200 14 x 14 x 7 n/a Panel Load Horz. compression strap   
HP Compact
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $ 64.99 1400 13 x 10.5 x 5.5 n/a Panel Load Horz. compression strap   
Transit Epic
rate this pannier		 3.45
From 6 Surveys 		 99.99 2878 n/a n/a Rear   
Transit Pro
rate this pannier		 3.76
From 3 Surveys 		 $79.99 2070 n/a n/a Front/Rear  Rain covers in separate pocket compression straps bungee cord on top 
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Radical Design
Web: www.radicaldesign.nl
Available: manufacturer
Notes: These are streamlined torpedo shaped side bags designed mainly for Euro style recumbents. Also carrier top bags
Mounting System: very secure straps
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Low Racer
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 us$93 0 n/a 18342.15 side  no carrier needed, fully supported by the seat 
Allfa Side Panniers M
rate this pannier		 3.57
From 1 Surveys 		 143 3400 n/a 32 side  requires rear carrier 
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REI
Web: www.rei.com
Available: Direct from REI
Notes: Nylon (?) hooking mechanism on the top, with brace in the rear.  Has been reported to pop off at bad times.
Mounting System: ?
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Keystone
rate this pannier		 3.57
From 2 Surveys 		 $ 125 2800 14 x 12 x 5.5 58 Top Load, with extra pockets.  Has built in fanny pack. 
Traverse
rate this pannier		 3.94
From 5 Surveys 		 $ 95 2940 14 x 12 x 8.5 58 Top Load, with extra pockets.  Larger and cheaper but with less 'features' than Keystone 
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Serratus
Web:
Available: MEC (mec.ca)
Notes:
Mounting System: bungee with locking clips
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Aqua Not 43 liter
rate this pannier		 4.50
From 2 Surveys 		 ~ $190 canadian 16 n/a n/a Rear - top load   
PF-43
rate this pannier		 0.00
From 0 Surveys 		 $105 (Canadian) 16 n/a n/a Top load   
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Trek
Web: www.trekbikes.com
Available: LBS
Notes: Look pretty good.
Mounting System: Hook and Shock Cord(?)
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Pannier I
rate this pannier		 3.93
From 2 Surveys 		 ? 1700 n/a n/a Panel Load   
Pannier II
rate this pannier		 3.75
From 1 Surveys 		 ? 2520 n/a n/a Panel Load, multi-pocket  Big Version of Pannir I 
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Two Wheel Gear
Web: www.twowheelgear.com
Available: Online
Notes:
Mounting System: 2 top hooks, 1 lower D ring, velcro tension strap
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
Bicycle commuter pannier
rate this pannier		 4.65
From 3 Surveys 		 $99 0 n/a n/a Cummuter garment pannier   
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Vaude
Web: www.vaude.com or Direct to Panniers
Available: Direct from Vaude, and REI caries 1 or 2 models.
Notes: I don't know much about this company.  I think they're based in Germany.  Their waterproof bags look to be similar to Ortlieb's.  Incompatible with the Blackburn FL-1 front lowrider racks.
Mounting System: ?
Model Rating Price Size (Ci)/Pair Dimensions
(l x w x d) Inches		 Weight in Oz. Type Notes
World Tour
rate this pannier		 4.36
From 3 Surveys 		 $ 140 3200 n/a 58 Top Load Dry bag.  Available in Cordura for $160 
Karakoram Panniers
rate this pannier		 3.00
From 1 Surveys 		 $ 140 3200 14 x 13 x 12 67 Panel Load, with a large bag that lies across the rear rack.  Available at REI 
Roadmaster Front Pannier
rate this pannier		 4.71
From 1 Surveys 		 $ 110 1600 13 x 10 x 5 42   used to be available at REI 
Roadmaster
rate this pannier		 3.71
From 1 Surveys 		 $120 15 n/a 63.49 rear rack pannier   
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