Pannier longevity

[sfa]

Old enough to vote, not old enough to drink legally.

They are in amazingly good shape for being 20 years old, although they weren't used for, oh, 17 of those years. They stood up well to storage, though, and I don't see them wearing out any time soon. I'm only using them about once a week these days, though.

[Fredwina]

I've got a 16 year old pair with a broken attachment on one. Other than that, they're like new, But use is off and on depend on living/working arrangements

[shootingstar]

I use a pannier everytime I cycle--which means nearly daily when I cycle.

At minimum I carry my lock (Bungee cording it down is just another time-waster. I cannot find a place to install the lock bracket outside on my bike to "park" the lock while I'm cycling)

and money, etc.

[MomOnBike]

I made a couple of pairs of Frostline panniers probably about 30 years ago. Yes, they are starting to to show their age, but DH used one of them on his commute last week.

We have newer, we just haven't seen the need to get into them yet.

[shootingstar]

Am I the only person that uses a bike pannier most of the time when cycling?

[Becky]

Mine are from Performance and about 3 years old. They're holding up well enough, but I find myself wishing for something a little nicer.

During the summer, they get used 3-5 days a week.

[moderncyclista]

Shootingstar: You are not alone. I see alot of people where I live who do the same. I often have panniers - if not I have my messenger bag.

[PamNY]

Am I the only person that uses a bike pannier most of the time when cycling?

I'm thinking of getting one. Right now I have a small backpack attached to the rack with a bungee cord. It's distinctly inelegant.

[moonfroggy]

i am going to be getting panniers soon, not decided which to get yet though. i need something smaller for carrying sketch book and art supplies and a change of clothes. not giant camping panniers. anyhow i have been watching this thread to see what panniers others use and how long they last!