Panniers

The Dura-Ace of bike luggage takes weight off your shoulders – and wallet

Waxed canvas carry-alls

Waterproof rear pannier bag with environmentally-friendly production and materials

Waterproof on-bike storage

Lightweight luggage system

Waterproof pannier bags for touring

Weatherproof luggage

Waterproof luggage

Side-specific pannier set

Detailed rack and pannier

Hi-vis luggage carrier

Lightweight luggage

Tough touring totes

Keep your kit dry

Bargain-priced waterproof panniers

Sturdy but not waterproof expedition panniers

They'll give you a fighting chance of keeping your kit dry

Rigid bike luggage, but rather bouncy

Tiny but function little panniers

Most panniers aren't so practical off the bike. Cannondale's CyPod is a funky pannier that morphs into a briefcase. 14.4 litres in capacity, it features a computer sleeve that's padded on one side.

High quality, tall panniers with plenty of features but limited adjustability

While most watertight panniers use ultra high-frequency welding, Vaude's new Ultra Seam Tech allows different fabrics to be used, rounded shapes to be created and weight savings too. The proof of the pudding is the minimal Discover back, a rear pannier set weighing just 1,640g for £70.

The Revolution Adventures are made by Vaude, so they inherit the excellent back plate and mounting system, very similar to that on the Discover.

Both a commuting and touring favourite, Ortlieb pioneered the fully watertight, seam-sealing process. The Back Roller Pluses use a lighter-weight Cordura finish, fully backed by a laminate, which is more eco friendly and expensive than the heavier, arguably tougher PVC versions (Classic Top Roller, £82.50). The design is incredibly simple - they're easy to get into and straightforward to shut - a lid version is also available. The mounts are very easy to adjust, requiring no tools, and have loads of range for positioning. Although the feel is more plasticy than the mounting system used on the Classic range, we haven't had any problems with durability. With the insert supplied, the clips are a touch tight for a standard 10mm diameter - a basic carry handle releases it. There are two big reflective patches, an internal pocket and a shoulder strap.