Review of Avenir Metro Panniers (1, 380 Cubic Inches total)

Avenir Metro Panniers (1, 380 Cubic Inches total)
By: Avenir Average Rating: 4.5 Total Reviews: 3
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Good Panniers for the money

On: 2008-08-26

I was worried when I bought these that I could not fit everything I needed in it for my commute. I read a review on here that stated they fit 2 gallons of milk in each side, so I decided to get this. I was happy that I could fit a pair of pants, shirt, and undies all in just one side of it. The other side I put my lunch in it with plenty of extra room. I have an electric hub motor assist so my charger fits perfectly into one of the side pockets. The only drawback that I had with this item was the straps to fasten it to the rear bike rack. I wish there were better options as my rear bike rack is not one that can use straps going the legnthwise of the rack. I have a 25 pound battery pack that I place on the back and was not able to strap that in without modifying the Panniers, (placed small cuts to allow the velcro straps to be feed from the battiery pack through the panniers around the rack and back through). All in all the Panniers seem to be working great.

Great for the Price!

On: 2008-08-03

Took these paniers on a 340 mile bike trek; they withstood the test most satisfactorly. I was lucky enough not to encounter rain, so I dont know how well they would withstand the wet. I carried extra shoes, clothes, and a first aid kit(full sized), with no problem.
The attachments are good. I did, however, add a wire-ty around the bottom hooks; it wouldnt do to have one of these spring loose and snag a spoke.
This a good purchase for a low price.

Excellent buy

On: 2008-07-18

I wanted saddlebags for day trips and occasional shopping. These are great - easy to fit, you do need a rear rack though - but they do include bungee cords on the inside to stop them flapping, this makes it less convenient for quick removal, but I far prefer the stability.
To give an idea of size (if like me you cant figure capacity in cubic inches) - I was able to fit 2(US) gallons of milk in each large pocket (US gallon = 6 UK pints).
A real reason to be able to get on yer bike (as Norman Tebbitt once said) and beat the gas prices before they get to UK heights!