Product Description
Banjo Brothers 01090 Saddlebag Panniers is a one-piece saddlebag design that is easy-on and easy-off. It's ideal for commuting or a weekend trip to a nearby bed and breakfast. The bags are low-profile, so they won't slow you down. They also feature cinch straps on top to hold extra gear. It has 1500 cubic inch capacity and is made from ripstop fabric with ballistic on the high-wear inside faces. It features a single strap to attach or remove panniers and 360 degrees of reflective accents to keep you seen while riding.
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Product Details
- Color: Black
- Brand: Banjo Brothers
- Model: 01090BAN
- Released on: 2010-03-19
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 2.00" h x 15.00" w x 16.00" l,
Features
- Features Cinch Straps on Top to Hold Extra Gear
- Ripstop Fabric with Ballistic on the High-Wear inside Faces
- One Piece Design is Great for Commuters
- Single Strap to Attach or Remove Panniers
- 360 Degree Reflective Accents
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
22 of 22 people found the following review helpful.
By John Sugimoto
These comments are in regard to the medium (1500 cubic inch) Banjo Brothers panniers. These panniers are a basic sack design made of ripstop nylon with a smooth vinyl coating inside for water resistance. Each pouch has a fold-over flap that clips shut with a nylon buckle that can be cinched to an appropriate height. There are no extra pockets or pouches. As noted elsewhere, the Amazon product photo shows a red reflector or flasher that is not included. There is a short piece of strap sewn on at that location to which a safety device can be clipped.
I weighed these panniers at 2 pounds 13 ounces. For off-bike carry, there are two 5/8-inch wide nylon strap handles as visible in the Amazon product photo. Not shown, but also included is a separate 35-inch long by 1.5-inch wide nylon strap with snap hooks that might be intended for use as a shoulder-carry strap but is of dubious merit as it is neither adjustable for length nor padded for weight distribution.
I have small feet (men's 8) and my heels clear the bags by an inch or two. My bike frame measures 17.5 inches (450 cm) center crank to center rear axle, and I have 175 cm crank arms. With these particular dimensions, there is approximately 9 inches (230 cm) distance between the center pedal pivot point and the leading edge of the bag at the crank's closest rotational point, when the panniers' center mounting panel is flush with the aft edge of a generic rack (5 x 12.5 inches).
I decided to purchase these panniers after reviewing similarly styled and priced bags and inspecting some at brick-and-mortar stores. I wanted a basic, two-bag design (but beyond grocery carriers) that had maximum utility and a minimum of potential failure points (e.g., zippers seem to be a common complaint). I wanted an item that could be repaired at home should that become necessary, and these are simple enough to do so. I am happy with my choice.
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful.
By J R A P R
Got this a while back but I am entering my review now since it finally rained well enough to test this (20.6 miles each-way commute in torrential rain). My stuff inside stayed dry. I waited until the bag dried off before I brushed off the mud (waited for that to dry off, too). It left no marks (stains). The saddle bag panniers stayed put on the rack on bumpy roads. Putting it on and taking it off the rack is no hassle at all. It's an excellent commuter accessory.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful.
By Brett Holt
This is the second set of Banjo Brothers panniers I have owned. I am very pleased with the quality and value. The panniers are sturdy and well-built. The stiffening panels make a big difference in helping them keep their shape, which makes it easier to load and unload.
The panniers can hold quite a bit, but are relatively low profile, which I think is great for commuters. They can easily hold a U-lock, cable and tools while leaving space for a day's change of clothes, your lunch, some files from work and even a small laptop computer. If you want to pack a large laptop, you should probably choose a pannier with more of a squared bottom.
One feature I like particularly is that the top of each pannier is long enough that it folds over (under the outside flap). I'm not sure you can really see it in the picture, but it basically gives you two levels of coverage at the top of the bag. This should help with keeping the rain out (although I haven't had a chance to test them in the rain yet).
Getting them on and off the bike is relatively quick. It probably takes me about 15 seconds. The tightening mechanism tightens both sides at the same time (which is both good and bad). It means you have to be careful to get both hooks seated on their corresponding attachment points at the bottom of the rack, and hold them both in place while you tighten. Not a bit deal, but something to be aware of. Once they're off the bike, you can carry them using built-in handles on the tops of the panniers, or attach the shoulder strap (which is included). I can't imagine using the shoulder strap, but I guess it's good to have that option.
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