Stylish, but quite heavy and not particularly weatherproof unless you wax them.
ToastedSlider on
I’m considering buying these. Thoughts? Anybody got any experience or stories with canvas panniers? I image they would need some waterproof spray, and maybe a thin board slid inside so weird shaped items don’t rub against the spokes by accident.
Fun_Blacksmith_8888 on
I have one like your first photo. They are not waterproof but can be treated to help. They are cost effective and I would recommend them. Not perfect but fine for my daily commuting
azbod2 on
i use a similar style saddle bag type but not canvas more like a plastic lined nylon. The above comment is right, i use them both at front and back and they will go into the spokes if you have an insufficient rack supports. The supplied liners to stiffen then up are a bit rubbish and i prefer them to squish a bit when leant up on things when empty. I love them though and with some fiddling around to stop them touching the wheels eminently practical. I have posher clippable waterproof panniers for fully laden touring but these saddle bag types live on my bike permanently.
NerdyAdventurousLife on
I like canvas panniers for grocery shopping / errands because they hold quite a bit (such as the ones you have pictured here).
I don’t leave them on my bike because most days, i don’t carry that much. So, I really can’t speak to how well they hold up to water, dirt, weather, etc. I only use them once a week or so, and based on that limited use, they have lasted a long time.
abekku on
They look cool but I would get water proof ones for increased functionality
sleepless_in_wi on
I’ve use a set of canvas panniers I bought off of Amazon for over 10 years for daily commuting and they have held up great. They are very large and can hold groceries, and my bags for work. I’ve never worried about getting wet. I suppose if I was bike packing with them and was in the rain all day then things will get wet.
Notspherry on
I much prefer the clip on version. Trying to cram full bags of groceries into these is a pain. I can take the clip on ones with me into shops and my home.
Single_Restaurant_10 on
You can really waterproof them completely. Your only real option is putting dry bags inside them. They are cheap & stylish but they will have limited life ( fittings/materials). Id recommend a second hand pair of Ortliebs as they are the primo option.
UnluckyKey793 on
Have you considered Dutch style panniers? Black vinyl/canvas, very water resistant and a good shape for dumping all your belongings in.
scottmogcrx on
I ziptied an 8 dollar milk crate to the top of my rear rack. Quick and cheap.
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Stylish, but quite heavy and not particularly weatherproof unless you wax them.
I’m considering buying these. Thoughts? Anybody got any experience or stories with canvas panniers? I image they would need some waterproof spray, and maybe a thin board slid inside so weird shaped items don’t rub against the spokes by accident.
I have one like your first photo. They are not waterproof but can be treated to help. They are cost effective and I would recommend them. Not perfect but fine for my daily commuting
i use a similar style saddle bag type but not canvas more like a plastic lined nylon. The above comment is right, i use them both at front and back and they will go into the spokes if you have an insufficient rack supports. The supplied liners to stiffen then up are a bit rubbish and i prefer them to squish a bit when leant up on things when empty. I love them though and with some fiddling around to stop them touching the wheels eminently practical. I have posher clippable waterproof panniers for fully laden touring but these saddle bag types live on my bike permanently.
I like canvas panniers for grocery shopping / errands because they hold quite a bit (such as the ones you have pictured here).
I don’t leave them on my bike because most days, i don’t carry that much. So, I really can’t speak to how well they hold up to water, dirt, weather, etc. I only use them once a week or so, and based on that limited use, they have lasted a long time.
They look cool but I would get water proof ones for increased functionality
I’ve use a set of canvas panniers I bought off of Amazon for over 10 years for daily commuting and they have held up great. They are very large and can hold groceries, and my bags for work. I’ve never worried about getting wet. I suppose if I was bike packing with them and was in the rain all day then things will get wet.
I much prefer the clip on version. Trying to cram full bags of groceries into these is a pain. I can take the clip on ones with me into shops and my home.
You can really waterproof them completely. Your only real option is putting dry bags inside them. They are cheap & stylish but they will have limited life ( fittings/materials). Id recommend a second hand pair of Ortliebs as they are the primo option.
Have you considered Dutch style panniers? Black vinyl/canvas, very water resistant and a good shape for dumping all your belongings in.
I ziptied an 8 dollar milk crate to the top of my rear rack. Quick and cheap.