There are all sorts of bike bags, none of which score with as large a capacity as a luggage rack bag. The prerequisite is a luggage rack at the back of the bike, and that's it. Carrier bags for bikes come in different sizes and designs, here in the shop you can find bags for the office, for your everyday rides and for bikepacking tours.
One, two, three - how many panniers would you like on the back of your bike?
You can buy a single rear pannier, but usually panniers come straight in a set of two. If there's another large bag in the middle, you'll have three large compartments to store your luggage neatly and tidily
1. Single rack bags
A single bike pannier is uncomplicated and quick to assemble, providing ample storage space for day trips or a smaller purchase.
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Advantages of single carrier bags
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Disadvantages of single luggage carrier bags
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+ Offers more storage than a bike basket or backpack
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- limited storage space compared to two- or three-piece bags
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+ your luggage is safe from dust and rain
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- a bike loaded on one side rides uncomfortably
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+ up to 25 litres capacity
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+ up to 12 kg payload
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+ you're unlikely to overload
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+cheap to buy
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+ can also be used together with a bicycle basket
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2. Two panniers on the back of the bike, one on the left, one on the right
With a two-pack pannier, you'll double your storage space, but that's just one of the benefits of having panniers in a two-pack. As you can attach one bag to the left and one to the right of the rack, the weight of your luggage is evenly distributed and your bike rides much better than with a one-sided load. That's why you can buy many panniers in a double pack in our online bike shop. You then have the choice between two separate bags and panniers that are connected via a bar, the width of which corresponds exactly to the width of all common pannier racks. On this connecting piece, a handle is often sewn on, which makes carrying your bags much easier.
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Advantages of double carrier bags
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Disadvantages of double luggage carrier bags
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+Even weight distribution
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- you have to tag them individually if they are not connected
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+ up to 50 litres capacity
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- you shouldn t overload your bike
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+ up to 25 kg payload
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+ Double pockets with connecting bar you can hang over your shoulder to carry
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+ or they have a carry handle
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3 All good things.... - Three-piece bike bags
If you're really serious about bike travel, you need a three-piece bike bag. Here, two bags hang to the left and right of the rear wheel, and one bag sits in the middle of the rack, holding the whole package together.
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Advantages of three-piece luggage carrier bags
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Disadvantages of three-piece luggage carrier bags
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A lot of storage space
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- like to be packed too heavy
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+ up to 65 litres capacity
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+ even weight distribution
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- unwieldy to carry
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+ up to 30 kg payload
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+ sit securely and firmly on the rear of the luggage rack
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- without click system, the mounting can be complex
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+ with a click system the mounting is very easy
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+ three compartments divide your storage space clearly
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Which rear racks are suitable for rack bags?
You need a rack above the rear wheel, without rack bags logically don't work. By the way, your luggage rack has a maximum load that you shouldn't exceed. Depending on the manufacturer, this can be up to 25 kg or more. You should make sure that your rack has downward struts that prevent your panniers from getting into the spokes!
Many racks for trekking bikes also have a horizontal brace on each side, this is specifically for attaching a pannier.
If your bike doesn't have a permanently installed rack, however, carrying a pannier becomes difficult. A clamp-on luggage rack is rather unsuitable for bike panniers.
Get to the office clean and tidy
Do you like to cycle to work, but the office dress code rules out brightly coloured bags made from truck tarpaulin? No problem. You'll find some business bags from Vaude or AEVOR here on BMO that your boss will have absolutely no objection to! Alternatively, you can use a bikebackpack in the most chic urban design.
Bike bags for bikepacking adventures
If you are planning big bike trips that are supposed to last several days, you'll obviously need a corresponding amount of luggage. Especially if you want to spend the night in a tent on the way, it quickly becomes a lot that is hard to imagine on a bike. But don't worry, with the right panniers you can even fit your gas stove, sleeping bag and tarp. The rack bag alone might not be enough, but there are plenty of places on your bike that are suitable for mounting a bike bag.
- Roller handlebars or handlebar bag
There are different handlebar bags, in bikepacking long, rolled bags are especially popular. However, one of the more angular handlebar bags is also very practical when you're out and about, firstly many of these bike bags become a handbag when you add a shoulder strap, so you can always carry your valuables with you. Secondly, these bags often have a clear pocket in sight, there you can put map or cell phone, so you won't get off right path.
>Here you can find our handlebar bags
A frame bag is attached to the frame of the bike. This, of course, limits the amount of space these bags can take up. But for storing a few smaller essentials individually when bikepacking, these bags are just right.
>Get to know our frame bags
What rear rack bags are for the rear wheel, front rack bags or lowriders are for the front wheel. They attach either directly to the fork or to a front rack . Although they offer slightly less storage space than rack bags, they expand your storage space significantly
>Find our range of front rack bags
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You can buy saddlebags in a variety of sizes; for example, there are small tool bags that ensure you don't have to search for a garage for every little thing on the road. These bags - or what is in them - should always be with you. If you're going on a bike ride, you can simply transfer the contents to a larger saddlebag, and you'll still be able to fit a towel, sunscreen, and flip-flops.
>Here's where to find our saddlebags
Worth knowing about the rear rack bag on your bike
1. Mounting
Mounting your rear pannier is particularly easy if it has a click system from KlickFIX, Racktime or Basil . Clip on - done! Clip it off - done!
2. Color
As we all know, taste is a matter of debate. To make the selection of your bike luggage carrier bags peaceful, they come in many colors and different designs. Bright colors will definitely be seen better when you're out at dusk.
3. Material
The first luggage bags were actually made of old truck tarpaulin. The tarpaulin has remained the same, but today it is produced specifically for bicycle bags. But there are also particularly lightweight luggage carrier bags, which are then made of lightweight, durable fabric.
4. Weight
Around 1 to 1.2 kilos of own weight you have to estimate for your rear panniers, some weigh more, others less. The weight is also responsible for the fact that manufacturers gradually moved away from truck foil as a basic material. Truck Plane is indestructible, it's waterproof, but it's just heavy.
There are three sizes that are important in the context of pannier weight: The load of the bike or its gross vehicle weight rating, the load of the rack, and the load of the panniers. None of which you should exceed.
5. Bike bag capacity
Here it all depends on the model you choose. A three-piece pannier can hold up to 65 litres, while a single bike bag can hold about 25 litres. When buying, you have to look a little closer. The specifications will tell you whether the stated weight, capacity and load capacity apply to a single bag or the whole set.
6. Waterproof panniers for your bike
Manufacturers test their bags extensively, especially the closures. If they pass the test dry, they are considered waterproof. Bike pannier bags made of truck tarpaulin is usually waterproof. Other bags are often only water-repellent, you then need an additional rain cover in case of crappy weather.
7. Pannier bags on a child's bike
Clearly, if you have a rear rack bag, your kids will want one too. Here, you should definitely make sure that the bags are not too big for a small kid's bike and are well secured. Regular panniers are often too big for kiddie bikes, check out our bicycle bags for the front of the adult bike they are smaller and therefore perfect for a kids bike. You can order them in many bright colors that are sure to please the kids.
To prevent your child from lurching, two bags on the left and right of the bike are recommended, loaded evenly. But it's better not to fill them up completely, otherwise they'll become too heavy.
8. rear carrier bags on the e-bike
Any rear pannier that works on a bike can also be attached to an e-bike. You should only pay special attention to the fact that the bag sits bombproof, at the greater speeds also like to create more vibrations. A poorly fastened bike bag could fly away unplanned.
