Spotted the Arkel Kargo pannier :) How do you like it?
They are great for every day riding. They connect solidly and don’t rattle. Find them a little small for grocery runs or bike packing though.
Find them a little small for grocery runs
In that case, I can 100% recommend the Arkel shopper bags (EDIT: The shopper panniers! They also have regular shopping bags, but they are for carrying, not mounting to a bike). They are amazing for grocery hauls.
The Kargo panniers are a great entry into the world of panniers, and Arkel just came out with a revamped model just the other week. They are refreshing their entire line, it seems. I’m waiting for their pannier backpack to be modernized, sometime next year =)
That is one loaded rear rack 👌
What gear do you usually carry on rides? Was wondering because of the small frame bag at the front too
The bag near the front carries a spare tube, patch kit, knife (don’t leave home with out one), CO2 canister, electrolytes, usb battery and charging cable. Trunk has tools, lock and cable, and reflectors. Pannier is mostly empty. It has a machete, pruning saw and shears, as well as a boonie cap.