I'm ordering the Arkel that is really what I've been looking for. Only ordering one so I hope it isn't too lobsided feeling but I suppose I can get used to it. I also like the fact that you car order replacement parts for the attachment pieces if need be. 7rider thanks so much for your input on this I appreciate it! I can't wait to try it out.
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03-19-2011, 03:30 AM #1
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03-19-2011, 10:35 AM #2
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I'm late to the discussion, but I *LOVE* my Detours Toocan!!! I use it to commute and to grocery shop. I was worried about not having a lower attachment, but it hasn't been an issue at ALL! It's heavy, but my commuter bike isn't exactly a lightweight, speedy bike to begin with, so I don't mind it- plus the bottom is heavy duty rubber and it won't wear out as I use it everyday.
The Arkel looks sweet, tho! I was looking at that one when searching for one, but I found the Toocan for $35 so I went with it because $ was an issue at the time. I've not been disappointed.Last edited by Tri Girl; 03-19-2011 at 10:38 AM.
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03-23-2011, 11:37 AM #3
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OMG the Arkel bag IS sweet! This thing is stupid easy to get on and off and go from bike to bike with. Already love it! I will see how I can manage the one sided pannier business. This should really save me some time in the mornings. I was getting really tired of moving stuff from pannier to portable bags. It's pretty big, it's grocery bag sized but with all the books, food and stuff I carry I think it's gonna be nice. You can put a 3 ring binder in it sideways to make it sit upright.
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03-23-2011, 01:51 PM #4
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My cool new pannier!
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03-23-2011, 02:01 PM #5
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LOVE the color!!! So glad you're happy with it!
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03-23-2011, 05:06 PM #6
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IMO panniers are worth *investing* in (but I really use my bike), ... so I ended p getting an Xtracycle. Now Trek has a longbike with really kewl panniers, but it can't make the margaritas my bike can (www.bikeblender.com) so there's no real danger...
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