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Front Panniers versus Bar Bags

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Spudz:
Hi there,
Apart from the obvious advantage of more space using panniers, can anyone offer me some advice on the Pros. and Cons. of both systems.
My main use will be week end camping trips. No world marathon expeditions, just 3-4 day trips using rear panniers, with a tent on the rack between the panniers.
However what are the handling issues etc.. with front panniers/bar bags??
Thanks to all
Cheers

Pedaldog:
Biggest advantage of a bar bag is that they are generally quick release from the bike so you can keep your important stuff with you if you park up.
I like front panniers as they tend t ogive a firmer feel on the road and it is two seperate places to keep stuff apart, not to mention the space means you can carry more ****e with you!

PH:
As you’re thinking of a Raven, it would be worth checking with SJS if a bar bag is compatible.  It isn’t on mine with narrow straight bars, a bar bag would get in the way of the shifter cables.  I don’t know if this is an issue with other bars, but best to check before you make too many plans.

Spudz:
Thanks for the info.
I know what you mean Pedaldog about the extra ****e. I'd like to try and keep things as simply as possible, really just thinking about some light w/e touring.
Also thanks for that Ph. I'd never have even thought about that!!
Perhaps I'll just use rear panniers and a mid sized saddle bag ... problems with the weight being all at the back ??
Anyway, I've still got some time before any purchase is made, hope to get it sorted by late summer.
Thanks again

Spudz

Spudz:
Further to my last post I fopund myself visiting another Cycling forum where I across good info. about ballancing the weight of a loaded bike. 60/40 rear pannier to front. Makes sense! So I won't be buying a bar bag just yet. I suppose that is why the Raven is almost always pictured with  mid loaders on the forks ...

Thanks again for all the advice

Spudz

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