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Racks and Panniers

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#1 ·
I'm looking for my first set of racks and panniers for my Fargo. I have no idea what to look for, as I've never owned either. Please help. Do all panniers fit on all racks? What are some features I should look for? Anything some of you experienced riders like or dislike?
 
#27 ·
One other thing to look out for- weight.

There are a lot of really heavy panniers out there (Arkel, I'm looking at you).

Durability is one thing, but 5 pounds per pannnier=20 pounds before you've even started loading...

Next set of panniers I buy or make will be the simplest most featureless bags possible- less to break, less extra stuff.
 
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