I bought a Vello Rocky folding bike and plan to mount the Vello carrier block. However, Vello doesn't offer any bags that click directly onto this block – unlike Brompton, for example.
The Vello front carrier isn't a good option for me because it makes folding the bike more difficult and reduces its packed size. Therefore, I'm looking for bags that click directly onto the carrier block and can be attached and detached quickly.
I've read several times that Brompton bags are supposed to be compatible, but I'm not sure if it's actually the original Brompton Front Carrier Block or a 100% compatible replica.
Questions:
- Is the Vello carrier block technically identical to the Brompton Front Carrier Block?
Do original Brompton panniers fit reliably without adapters?
Are there any recommended third-party panniers that are definitely compatible (and a bit cheaper than Brompton's)?
Practical experience would be very helpful.
by Ill_Confidence_739