The Two Wheel Gear Pannier Backpack Convertible 1.1, a former pick, has been replaced by a newer version, the Backpack Convertible 2.0; we’ll take a look at it soon.

It's time for the pannier rack to get a proper revival. Maybe not with saggy waxed canvas bags or forged in heavy steel, but lighter, slicker options to keep us pedalling with ease.

Best Bike Bags: Panniers . Panniers—the quintessential bike bag—are spacious side bags that attach to a rack on the back of your bike (or to the front fork).

Handlebar panniers are special, tiny bags that go right underneath the handlebars. Think of them like fanny packs for your bike. They’re best for holding your bike lock, ...

The last thing you want when pedalling around is to be weighed down with a heavy rucksack or to struggle with a bike laden with cumbersome bags, slowing you down the cycle lines. Bike panniers are a ...

Don’t get me wrong, a good general-purpose bag is a great thing to have. Peak Design makes some popular backpacks along these lines, and I’ve spent plenty of time daydreaming about all the ...

Bike panniers are measured in litres, so check how much space you need and opt for the right size for you. Many come in pairs so you may also want one bag on either side of your bike.