Going to Japan, cheap-ish waterpoof panniers?
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Going to Japan, cheap-ish waterpoof panniers?
Postby Fluidz » Wed Feb 22, 2012 3:34 pm
I have Googled aroud but all I can find is $300 pannier bags which are waterproof, I don't have that money to spend. I need something for around $100-150. With that said, is this pannier a reasonable choice or is there something else?
http://www.velogear.com.au/products/50L ... 4-159.html
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Re: Going to Japan, cheap-ish waterpoof panniers?
Postby Aushiker » Wed Feb 22, 2012 6:19 pm
Personally I wouldn't bother with anything other than Ortlieb.
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Re: Going to Japan, cheap-ish waterpoof panniers?
Postby WestcoastPete » Wed Feb 22, 2012 6:39 pm
So +1 on the Ortliebs. They're really good value, great quality and are well proven. Mine are about 3 weeks old and have been put on the bike once, and so far they're holding up well!
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Re: Going to Japan, cheap-ish waterpoof panniers?
Postby Meditator » Thu Feb 23, 2012 12:56 am
Even the Deuter ones we had with raincoats would be good enough for Japan because you wouldn't be riding through rivers. That said, Deuters are not cheap either.
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Re: Going to Japan, cheap-ish waterpoof panniers?
Postby Fluidz » Thu Feb 23, 2012 2:41 am
I am going to order the Ortlieb classic set then, one last item to address is the mount. What is a good one to get ?
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Postby Aushiker » Thu Feb 23, 2012 9:20 pm
When you say mount do you mean the rack?Fluidz wrote:Thanks for the replies guys and sorry about not specifying back or front sets but this is for the rear.
I am going to order the Ortlieb classic set then, one last item to address is the mount. What is a good one to get ?
BTW it seems Wiggle has got out of Ortlieb or no longer shipping them to Australia. Mind you they where expensive anyway. PBK might be worth a look as they can be competitive at times as can http://bike24.net even though you pay postage.
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Re: Going to Japan, cheap-ish waterpoof panniers?
Postby Fluidz » Thu Feb 23, 2012 10:45 pm
Yes rack sorry*Aushiker wrote:When you say mount do you mean the rack?Fluidz wrote:Thanks for the replies guys and sorry about not specifying back or front sets but this is for the rear.
I am going to order the Ortlieb classic set then, one last item to address is the mount. What is a good one to get ?
BTW it seems Wiggle has got out of Ortlieb or no longer shipping them to Australia. Mind you they where expensive anyway. PBK might be worth a look as they can be competitive at times as can http://bike24.net even though you pay postage.
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Re: Going to Japan, cheap-ish waterpoof panniers?
Postby WestcoastPete » Fri Feb 24, 2012 12:39 pm
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Postby Fluidz » Fri Feb 24, 2012 2:32 pm
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Postby Aushiker » Fri Feb 24, 2012 2:41 pm
$80 to $117 at Evanscycles.Fluidz wrote:Those racks are roughly $150 from what I can see, are there any stores that sell them cheaper? Also what style of rack should I be looking for?
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Re: Going to Japan, cheap-ish waterpoof panniers?
Postby WestcoastPete » Fri Feb 24, 2012 2:58 pm
The alternative would be the Topeak Super Tourist. It's considerably cheaper and will probably be fine. The biggest differences are that the Tubus racks are made with chromo steel and the Topeaks are aluminium. Here's a little discussion on the virtues of both materials and the value vs cost of racks.
What are your plans for Japan? It's a great place. I've cycled in Hokkaido and it was magical; I can't wait to do it again later this year. Have you discovered Crazy Guy on a Bike (that last link will take you there)? In the left hand menu you can browse through journals by locale. Here's a link to all of the journals that include travel in Japan.
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Re: Going to Japan, cheap-ish waterpoof panniers?
Postby il padrone » Fri Feb 24, 2012 8:05 pm
Carradice make some similar welded-PVC panniers and really waterproof waxed canvas panniers as well. They are of equal quality.
Racks - Tubus are the stand-out. Exceptional strength and rigidity, with low weight. The pain of a few hundred dollars will vanish once you've put your bags on and done a tour. There is nothing really comparable. Topeak are aluminium, weaker, flexy. Old Man Mountain are tough, but awkward fit , bulky and heavy.
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Re: Going to Japan, cheap-ish waterpoof panniers?
Postby wombatK » Fri Feb 24, 2012 9:17 pm
for less than the Cell price. They are quite effective, and have been durable enough for my commuting use.
If you want to go cheaper, Tioga have lower cost not waterproof panniers. But if you get a couple of dry-bags of the right size and stuff the critical things in that, and put them in the panneirs, you would be waterproof enough. Anaconda and other adventure/camping and Torpedo 7 are all good places to check for cheap dry-bags.
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Re: Going to Japan, cheap-ish waterpoof panniers?
Postby Fluidz » Sat Feb 25, 2012 11:31 pm
Thanks for all the help so far and just before I purchase the stuff I want to confirm just to be sure
The panniers I shall buy:
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http://www.evanscycles.com/products/ortlieb/back-roller-pannier-pair-ec005536?query=Ortlieb%20classic#features
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http://www.evanscycles.com/products/tubus/logo-rear-carrier-black-ec006903?query=tubus
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Re: Going to Japan, cheap-ish waterpoof panniers?
Postby WestcoastPete » Sun Feb 26, 2012 12:22 am
If you feel like it, start a wee thread on your trip; I'd love to hear about it.
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Re: Going to Japan, cheap-ish waterpoof panniers?
Postby il padrone » Sun Feb 26, 2012 12:33 am
I've had my Bikepacker Classics anf Tubus Cargo for 6-7 years and have typically done about 20-30 nights of loaded cycle-camping each year plus daily commuting of 10kms each way.
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Re: Going to Japan, cheap-ish waterpoof panniers?
Postby Fluidz » Mon Feb 27, 2012 10:11 pm
I started up a blog for the Japan trip, and future ones. So if you want to read up I shall be posting content on:WestcoastPete wrote:Pretty much a gold standard setup there mate, it should serve you well.
If you feel like it, start a wee thread on your trip; I'd love to hear about it.
www.ridejapan.wordpress.com
Thanks again for all the help everyone
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Re: Going to Japan, cheap-ish waterpoof panniers?
Postby Fluidz » Wed Feb 29, 2012 5:00 am
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Re: Going to Japan, cheap-ish waterpoof panniers?
Postby WestcoastPete » Wed Feb 29, 2012 5:01 pm
Thanks for that mate, I'll keep my eye on it. Good luck with your trip!Fluidz wrote:Sorry to bump this thread but the blog address has changed to: otakujapan.wordpress.com
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