
should i consider a backpack for basic commuting
but use the pannier more like Topeak MTX or whatever the big one is
but if i upgrade to a Ortlieb XL plus (maybe with backpack straps) for travel, and heavier, what should i do to counterweigh the front of the bike?
or consider even just wearing a backpack for shorter trips, but not for long travel and camp
how are these cargo nets and maybe tailfin straps
https://www.tailfin.cc/product/cargo-cage-system/cargo-straps/?v=7516fd43adaa
https://www.ortlieb.com/usa_en/back-roller-xl-plus+F5251
https://www.ortlieb.com/usa\_en/carrying-system-bike-pannier
i recently posted about getting a blackburn outpost bottle cage also
by exitdoorleft
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No. You don’t need to counterweight heavy panniers.
I’ve cycled with 20kg tool bag, full 20ltr Jerry can, additional clothes etc.
All on the back rack.