Grocery Pannier Bags - The Ultimate Carrier Baskets for Shopping with Your Bicycle - Pair

I was hesitant to buy this because of a bad review I read but I’m glad I did!!! I was looking for a better way to haul stuff when I'm pedaling around. Hanging bags from my handlebars and wearing a backpack was getting old. These are great! They do sit higher on the cargo rack than other types I’ve seen, but honestly I think that’s okay. I was able to head down the road on my bike to do some fishing! Tackle box fit well on one side and a few fishing poles on the other. It's a perfectly sized space for a case of soda or beer as well for a quick drink run on the bike. There are places to strap bungees all over this thing to strap big stuff down. The one downside is you need something in the bags to weigh them down enough to use bungees across the outside of them since they fold open/shut.These things really hold a ton, I’m looking forward to using them for years to come...I thought about getting some normal waterproof bags, but they seemed like a pain to load and unload various items. I only ride when it’s nice out so don't need the waterproofness.Installation was easy. There’s a QR code on the tag that takes you to a video that shows how to install. I could see the bungee maybe being difficult to install on taller bikes but depending on your cargo rack you can put the bungee back to the rack if needed like I did on mine. The quality on these are great and I love the colors. I think it matches my bike well!Big fan, a 5-star for me!

I purchased my E-bike as a utilitarian vehicle to save some fuel and driving costs, which is really paying off now that fuel is extremely high. I originally purchased a trunk bag, with fold down side bags. The bag did not hold up and it was difficult fitting everything inside the side bags. Then I saw this, and bought it (finally). Now, I'm able to transport most anything I need on a daily basis, like groceries, laundry, etc. These side baskets are so awesome, I can't even describe how happy I am with them. I just came from the store and literally just dropped my grocery bags inside (you can fit quite a lot, like two full brown grocery bags). This made for a perfectly easy trip to the store, with no Brandon gas. If you want to use your bike in place of a car, these are what you want. They seem very sturdy and can hold a good amount of weight. I'll post an update later, because I'll be using these a lot. Highly recommended.

Design-wise, there's a lot to like here. However, actual manufacturing is poor. As you can see in the attached photos (1 and 2), the plastic plate on mine comes up too far, which prevents the velcro fold-over from attaching. It cannot be pushed in any deeper because the rack hooks on the back are screwed to the plate, fixing the nylon material in place (photo 3). The bag can, however, sag deeper, and it does with little weight--even just the weight of a U-lock.Also, in terms of the bottom bungy-corded hook: beware that it does not fit all rear racks. For my Urtopia rack, the bungy is too long (photo 4). I 'fixed' it by wrapping the cord over itself twice, which effectively shortens it and provides enough tension to keep it in place (photo 5). This hook attachment issue isn't dealbreaker, but the velcro at the top is. I've tried to make it work for me, but... nope, unfortunately. Combined with the other quality control issues noted in several other reviews, I would urge potential buyers to look at other options. (The Urtopia 1s e-bike is not nearly worth its price tag, either, but that's for another review.)

I like the fact of very sturdy. I’m hoping that last as long as my last pair.

I like these bags but they're a little cheap and the plastic sheet that the hooks screw onto broke so one of the bags doesn't stay secure anymore.

This seller claims: "shatter-proof PVC support frame is 40% stronger allowing you to carry heavy loads", however on my bike the plastic frame of this bag failed catastrophically in less than 1 year of occasional use. I bought this bag to replace a similar competing product called "Bushwacker" which had lasted me at least 5 or 6 years of service under the same routine shopping bag loading weights. Disappointed.

Like the size and the fast that they collapse when not in use. Would have given 5 stars but my heals sometimes hit bags when peddling. Use on e-bike

I don't carry things often, so easy on and easy off was a must, and it doesn't get any easier than these. I took them for their first spin to the farmer's market this past Sunday and they worked like a dream. The fact that they fold up and clip when empty was great for the ride in, and it was easy peasy to expand them and put in my purchases. As described they hold a re-useable grocery bag perfectly. I was able to park, put my purchases into my bags as i wandered the market, and then plop them into the saddlebags and go. Once i was home and back to just a pleasure ride, it only took seconds to remove the saddle bags and store them in the house.The only question i had was stability without a bottom anchor. I asked a question here, and the manufacturer responded right away. the bottom anchor is not necessary, and they worked great without it. However, i can see where if you were carrying something more awkward that the bottom anchor point would be a good idea. The straps provided were too short for my particular bicycle. The maker addressed my question, and even asked for input on how to make it better, which i would love to provide, but i couldn't find any contact information to send them pictures to show them the issue. (which isn't really an issue) If they do so, i'll happily give my input and also continue to recommend the product. For my small purchases around town, these couldn't be better.

Easy to fit to my bike, and a decent size. That they collapse when not in use is great, too.