Experience is key to creating a useful pannier!
Brian Loring near the village of Vernazza on the Italian coast in 1987
I've learned a lot over the years about carrying cargo. Back in the 1980's, I did quite a bit of loaded touring – traversing the US and Europe. During that period I spent months living out of my panniers.
These days I use a bicycle mostly for transportation, with an occasional day-trip or camping excursion thrown in for good measure. Nevertheless, I am still reliant upon panniers for carrying a lot of stuff, both precious and common.
What I need from a pannier today is different than what I needed on extended tours. I still want a pannier that’s tough and sheds water like a duck, but nowadays I want a bag that is easy to get in and out of... fewer pockets, zippers or buckles. And I want a bag that holds its shape and doesn't sag.
I also want panniers that are graceful looking. You see, I have a passion for classic and vintage bicycles. So I made a pannier that, in addition to being functional, would be suitable for a 1972 Jack Taylor mixte.
Ironweed is located in Iowa City, Iowa, USA - home to University of Iowa and the Iowa City Bike Library. If you have questions about our panniers, drop me an e-mail.
Welcome... and let Ironweed help you carry something!
Brian Loring
These days I use a bicycle mostly for transportation, with an occasional day-trip or camping excursion thrown in for good measure. Nevertheless, I am still reliant upon panniers for carrying a lot of stuff, both precious and common.
What I need from a pannier today is different than what I needed on extended tours. I still want a pannier that’s tough and sheds water like a duck, but nowadays I want a bag that is easy to get in and out of... fewer pockets, zippers or buckles. And I want a bag that holds its shape and doesn't sag.
I also want panniers that are graceful looking. You see, I have a passion for classic and vintage bicycles. So I made a pannier that, in addition to being functional, would be suitable for a 1972 Jack Taylor mixte.
Ironweed is located in Iowa City, Iowa, USA - home to University of Iowa and the Iowa City Bike Library. If you have questions about our panniers, drop me an e-mail.
Welcome... and let Ironweed help you carry something!
Brian Loring
