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Luckypants · 30-08-07, 11:24 AM

I have used both. I prefer panniers as this keeps the weight closer to the ground, thus lowering the center of gravity of the loaded bike. This makes those low speed hairpins of the Alps easier to handle.

30-08-07, 11:24 AM	#7
Luckypants Moderator Mega Poster Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Nr Ruthin Posts: 7,079	Re: Tail Pack vs panniers for two week trip I have used both. I prefer panniers as this keeps the weight closer to the ground, thus lowering the center of gravity of the loaded bike. This makes those low speed hairpins of the Alps easier to handle. __________________ "Your Viffer sounds like it is raising hell! Spot on." - Witchery 17/4/08 Snow Plough Appreciation Society - Member #3