While you can ride with one pannier on your rear rack without issue, a front rack’s load needs to be balanced. Scales aren’t essential; judging by holding a pannier in each hand is fine. A balanced ...

Commuting by bike with a backpack or a messenger bag can lead to a sweaty back and sore shoulders. But with the help of the right rack, basket, and panniers, you can more efficiently haul and protect ...

You can construct a set of bicycle panniers in under an hour using two kitty litter buckets, hardware-store hooks, and reflective tape along with a cordless drill and a nuts and bolts. This will yield ...

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Matt Hickman is an associate editor at The Architect’s Newspaper. His writing has been featured in Curbed, Apartment Therapy, URBAN-X, and more. Q: I’m a dedicated bike commuter with a bit of a bone ...

The best pannier bags and racks transport what you need for commuting, or for longer touring trips, in a safe and secure fashion. On short rides, the best cycling backpacks are fine for short rides, ...