My homemade panniers for commuting

[hoffsquared]

Thanks!

Excellent work!!! They look professional, too! Nicely done. I'm really impressed with your pannier building skills.


Where did you find the hooks and the cord setup? I looked all over for those when making my own panniers but couldn't find them anywhere.

I got the hooks and cords online from Jandd.

Heavy J-Hook Stainless w/ Protector (ea)
Product ID: FWSA-HJH

Bungie Strap for Panniers Long
Product ID: WSA-BUN2

I used sides from a 3-ring binder to stiffen up the side of the bag near the wheels. They are tucked in the zipper area under the bungee.

The beige webbing was (were?) the handles from yet another old briefcase bag.

Also, the hooks are attached to a stiff plastic piece that runs along the top of the bag. These were cut from some leftover homebuilding materials by husband.

I do have to have these set all the way towards the back of the rack to avoid heel strike.

I do like the kitty litter bucket idea too. I might make some of these for days I expect to get rained on.