Aero panniers
itboffin
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I'm looking for some advice
due to my fecked neck i'm forced to use panniers and after 18 days off the bike today i really noticed the wind drag effect of having two cheap ar$e fully loaded side mount panniers.
I'm thinking therefore that a top rack mount bag would be mostly hidden behind my svelte frame :roll:
I need the capacity say 25L and having the option to expand slightly would be useful, any recommendations?
due to my fecked neck i'm forced to use panniers and after 18 days off the bike today i really noticed the wind drag effect of having two cheap ar$e fully loaded side mount panniers.
I'm thinking therefore that a top rack mount bag would be mostly hidden behind my svelte frame :roll:
I need the capacity say 25L and having the option to expand slightly would be useful, any recommendations?
Rule #5 // Harden The Feck Up.
Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass. Period.
Rule #12 // The correct number of bikes to own is n+1.
Rule #42 // A bike race shall never be preceded with a swim and/or followed by a run.
Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass. Period.
Rule #12 // The correct number of bikes to own is n+1.
Rule #42 // A bike race shall never be preceded with a swim and/or followed by a run.
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Carradice Camper Longflap. What can't be fitted in it isn't worth carrying....
http://www.carradice.co.uk/index.php?page_id=product&product_id=35&under
Hook it up with a Bagman Quick Release support, making getting it on and off the bike a breeze, and preventing saddlebag 'swing', and you'll wonder why you ever used panniers.1938 Hobbs Tandem
1956 Carlton Flyer Path/Track
1960 Mercian Superlight Track
1974 Pete Luxton Path/Track*
1980 Harry Hall
1986 Dawes Galaxy
1988 Jack Taylor Tourer
1988 Pearson
1989 Condor
1993 Dawes Hybrid
2016 Ridley Helium SL
*Currently on this0 -
mate of mine has a "Roswheel" longitudinally-fitted rear top-pannier, works well for himDolan Titanium ADX 2016
Ridley Noah FAST 2013
Bottecchia/Campagnolo 1990
Carrera Parva Hybrid 2016
Hoy Sa Calobra 002 2014 [off duty]
Storck Absolutist 2011 [off duty]
http://www.slidingseat.net/cycling/cycling.html0 -
Carradice Camper Longflap. What can't be fitted in it isn't worth carrying....
http://www.carradice.co.uk/index.php?page_id=product&product_id=35&under
Hook it up with a Bagman Quick Release support, making getting it on and off the bike a breeze, and preventing saddlebag 'swing', and you'll wonder why you ever used panniers.
doesnt that just stick out of sides?Rule #5 // Harden The Feck Up.
Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass. Period.
Rule #12 // The correct number of bikes to own is n+1.
Rule #42 // A bike race shall never be preceded with a swim and/or followed by a run.0 -
Carradice Camper Longflap. What can't be fitted in it isn't worth carrying....
http://www.carradice.co.uk/index.php?page_id=product&product_id=35&under
Hook it up with a Bagman Quick Release support, making getting it on and off the bike a breeze, and preventing saddlebag 'swing', and you'll wonder why you ever used panniers.
doesnt that just stick out of sides?
It's only 35cm wide...
Might stick out the side if Rolf is riding, but you (or me)? Not too much.
The Carradice I have (SQR Slim) was very good, but I went for a rucksack when I didn't need to bring in so much anymore.0 -
Carradice Camper Longflap. What can't be fitted in it isn't worth carrying....
http://www.carradice.co.uk/index.php?page_id=product&product_id=35&under
Hook it up with a Bagman Quick Release support, making getting it on and off the bike a breeze, and preventing saddlebag 'swing', and you'll wonder why you ever used panniers.
doesnt that just stick out of sides?
A little bit, but not noticeably so, as it sits behind your thighs.1938 Hobbs Tandem
1956 Carlton Flyer Path/Track
1960 Mercian Superlight Track
1974 Pete Luxton Path/Track*
1980 Harry Hall
1986 Dawes Galaxy
1988 Jack Taylor Tourer
1988 Pearson
1989 Condor
1993 Dawes Hybrid
2016 Ridley Helium SL
*Currently on this0 -
http://www.roswheel.eu/roswheel-shop/all-items/copy-of-quality-carbon-style-10ltr-rack-bag
would seem to hit the mark? They do larger and smaller ones as well.Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.0 -
I think we need a wind tunnel test to put this one to bed, anyone have a wind tunnel?Rule #5 // Harden The Feck Up.
Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass. Period.
Rule #12 // The correct number of bikes to own is n+1.
Rule #42 // A bike race shall never be preceded with a swim and/or followed by a run.0 -
Where's DonDaddyD when you need someone to talk about Power Awesome.I think we need a wind tunnel test to put this one to bed, anyone have a wind tunnel?
Maybe he's still doing the Ride100 :twisted:0 -
Specialized do!I think we need a wind tunnel test to put this one to bed, anyone have a wind tunnel?Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.0 -
the topeak DX DXP is an expandable pannier that slides on and off with the quick track system
I have not tried it yet but have been looking at it for similar requirements as you state. it is also compatible with
http://topeak.com/products/bags/MTXTrunkBagDXP0 -
Got to love the internet and nerdy cyclists
https://janheine.wordpress.com/2012/05/02/aerodynamics-of-real-world-bicycles/Rule #5 // Harden The Feck Up.
Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass. Period.
Rule #12 // The correct number of bikes to own is n+1.
Rule #42 // A bike race shall never be preceded with a swim and/or followed by a run.0 -
the topeak DX DXP is an expandable pannier that slides on and off with the quick track system
I have not tried it yet but have been looking at it for similar requirements as you state. it is also compatible with
http://topeak.com/products/bags/MTXTrunkBagDXP
I use this system, its pretty good. Very sheltered behind your butt with the seat post rack, simple to attach and take off. Reasonable room inside but expandable. Decent carry handle. A downside I have found is the light loop bit at the rear points towards the floor slightly instead of behind, means lights lose full effectiveness.0 -
Carradice SQR Slim. I'm amazed I don't see more of them, they're brilliant! I use mine for commuting, but I reckon it's big enough for some light 'credit card' touring.
I tried panniers for a while for commuting, complete overkill. Discovering the SQR slim was like an epiphany for me
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I'd never fit enough lunch into that. I have two full panniers and enjoy the extra effort required to make it all move.0
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Got to love the internet and nerdy cyclists
https://janheine.wordpress.com/2012/05/02/aerodynamics-of-real-world-bicycles/
Great find!0 -
I'd never fit enough lunch into that. I have two full panniers and enjoy the extra effort required to make it all move.
Two broken vertebrae means I have no choice but panniers and 1500ft a day means I need all the advantages I can get.Rule #5 // Harden The Feck Up.
Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass. Period.
Rule #12 // The correct number of bikes to own is n+1.
Rule #42 // A bike race shall never be preceded with a swim and/or followed by a run.0 -
Got to love the internet and nerdy cyclists
https://janheine.wordpress.com/2012/05/02/aerodynamics-of-real-world-bicycles/
Great find!
Yup and pretty much what I thought apart from the stem gainsRule #5 // Harden The Feck Up.
Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass. Period.
Rule #12 // The correct number of bikes to own is n+1.
Rule #42 // A bike race shall never be preceded with a swim and/or followed by a run.0 -
The mudguard/fender findings were a surprise to me. I always thought the front mudguard in particular must be acting a bit like a scoop behind the wheel, like an air brake
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