What the the general dimensions of the side panniers? What if I want to shove a 15"x10" laptop in and bike around?
1034011
I got my tape measure out and pulled out one side of the pannier. My opinion? It is one of those things where I could say strictly yes you could do this. But from a practical vantage I would say No. The reasons? 1) it would be very tight in both directions; and 2) a computer is a rigid object and these just aren't really meant to be holding that sort of rigid thing when it is draping down, etc. I would say that if you really want to do this or have to do this, it would be worth ordering, trying it out, and deciding. I don't do that with stuff too much but in this situation you propose I am thinking it would be the only way to be certain. I got my tape measure out and pulled out one side of the pannier. My opinion? It is one of those things where I could say strictly yes you could do this. But from a practical vantage I would say No. The reasons? 1) it would be very tight in both directions; and 2) a computer is a rigid object and these just aren't really meant to be holding that sort of rigid thing when it is draping down, etc. I would say that if you really want to do this or have to do this, it would be worth ordering, trying it out, and deciding. I don't do that with stuff too much but in this situation you propose I am... » Read More I got my tape measure out and pulled out one side of the pannier. My opinion? It is one of those things where I could say strictly yes you could do this. But from a practical vantage I would say No. The reasons? 1) it would be very tight in both directions; and 2) a computer is a rigid object and these just aren't really meant to be holding that sort of rigid thing when it is draping down, etc. I would say that if you really want to do this or have to do this, it would be worth ordering, trying it out, and deciding. I don't do that with stuff too much but in this situation you propose I am thinking it would be the only way to be certain. « Show Less
1034012
Plenty of room....I haven't put my laptop in but my ipad sloshes around in there with additional room for a pair of shoes and some other clothes. One thing I was surprised about--I thought this was like my other one, which slides onto my rack. This one didn't come with the slide, which is why it was such a bargain compared to the one I'd looked at in the store. If you don't have the Topeak slide-on rack this won't matter. Mine turned out fine--the track was attached just with screws so ten minutes with a drill and screw-driver and I'd removed the track from my older, smaller Topeak bag. I love it--being able to go someplace with the panniers up and come home with them down, or vice versa, is awesome. Plenty of room....I haven't put my laptop in but my ipad sloshes around in there with additional room for a pair of shoes and some other clothes. One thing I was surprised about--I thought this was like my other one, which slides onto my rack. This one didn't come with the slide, which is why it was such a bargain compared to the one I'd looked at in the store. If you don't have the Topeak slide-on rack this won't matter. Mine turned out fine--the track was attached just with screws so ten minutes with a drill and screw-driver and I'd removed the track from my older, smaller Topeak bag. I... » Read More Plenty of room....I haven't put my laptop in but my ipad sloshes around in there with additional room for a pair of shoes and some other clothes. One thing I was surprised about--I thought this was like my other one, which slides onto my rack. This one didn't come with the slide, which is why it was such a bargain compared to the one I'd looked at in the store. If you don't have the Topeak slide-on rack this won't matter. Mine turned out fine--the track was attached just with screws so ten minutes with a drill and screw-driver and I'd removed the track from my older, smaller Topeak bag. I love it--being able to go someplace with the panniers up and come home with them down, or vice versa, is awesome. « Show Less
1034013
Plenty of room....I haven't put my laptop in but my ipad sloshes around in there with additional room for a pair of shoes and some other clothes. One thing I was surprised about--I thought this was like my other one, which slides onto my rack. This one didn't come with the slide, which is why it was such a bargain compared to the one I'd looked at in the store. If you don't have the Topeak slide-on rack this won't matter. Mine turned out fine--the track was attached just with screws so ten minutes with a drill and screw-driver and I'd removed the track from my older, smaller Topeak bag. I love it--being able to go someplace with the panniers up and come home with them down, or vice versa, is awesome.
1974638
Yes. Mine is 15 inch and fits fine. Nice design in that it stores on front of bag rather than back - BUT - when loaded, mine wouldn't fit in airplane overhead without removing the laptop. Also too wide to roll between seats.
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The bag is about 12 inches long and attaches to your bike seat pole with a strap and to the rack by means of 2 more straps. The rack trips are about 1 inch wide. They are attached to the bag about 2 inches from bag ends leaving about 6 inches in the middle. I of course don't know how your Panniers attach. The problem I have with the bag is it's hight! It is about 9 inches high. If your set pole isn't up high enough to leave at least 9 inches below the "bottom" of your seat, you will have trouble attaching it to the seat pole. You could forgo that attaching point and set the bag further back on your rack. the problem there is, if your rack isn't very long the bag will be up against your behind! The bag is about 12 inches long and attaches to your bike seat pole with a strap and to the rack by means of 2 more straps. The rack trips are about 1 inch wide. They are attached to the bag about 2 inches from bag ends leaving about 6 inches in the middle. I of course don't know how your Panniers attach. The problem I have with the bag is it's hight! It is about 9 inches high. If your set pole isn't up high enough to leave at least 9 inches below the "bottom" of your seat, you will have trouble attaching it to the seat pole. You could forgo that attaching point and set the bag... » Read More The bag is about 12 inches long and attaches to your bike seat pole with a strap and to the rack by means of 2 more straps. The rack trips are about 1 inch wide. They are attached to the bag about 2 inches from bag ends leaving about 6 inches in the middle. I of course don't know how your Panniers attach. The problem I have with the bag is it's hight! It is about 9 inches high. If your set pole isn't up high enough to leave at least 9 inches below the "bottom" of your seat, you will have trouble attaching it to the seat pole. You could forgo that attaching point and set the bag further back on your rack. the problem there is, if your rack isn't very long the bag will be up against your behind! « Show Less
1362046
I have used panniers made from small square buckets. You need a rigid "bag" because there is no support for parts of panniers that hang low.
225139
I just measured mine and not including extra external pouches or equipment, just the basic bag as you buy it here, it measures 10x17.5x8.5" on the outside.
1398862
My 13" laptop fits in the bag with not much room to spare. I think I would put a laptop in a separate sleeve as there is minimal padding but then I usually do that anyway for peace of mind. Haven't used the panniers much but they are sturdy enough and adequate for my needs for a reasonable price.
87249
I attempted to put a 17" laptop in this bag, and it almost fit, but it was a bit tight. I would say a 15" would fit with no problem.
1034830
I don't have it handy to give dimensions. There are 2 vestibules, big enough for a pack or some gear but a bike might be pushing it
850691
Mine is 16" x 10 1/2". Mine does fit but it is a VERY tight squeeze on the 16" vertical. I would say no, yours would not fit well if at all in the laptop section of the bag. It may fit into the larger section of the bag, but would not be very protected. I'm sorry to have to tell you this. I know how hard it is to find something that fits laptops in our size range.
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12 X 8" (hypotenuse? ~13-1/2") Goes well with my 23" Trek 7.2 Radar absorbant stealth Bike Good sturdy bag w/o pockets - if that's important to you. Not for loading like there's no tomorrow. Stick to a couple packs of ciggys and a 1/2 pint!
460990
I would keep something as delicate as a laptop in my rucksack on my back... It would technically it would fit it you have the kind with the saddlebags that open up on the sides, but I don't think you would want your laptop jostling around like that.
1398864
A laptop 17" or smaller would definetly fit, but there is no padding. If not already in case it might get jumbled while you ride. When not riding the bags can detach from each other and are easily turned into a laptop carry item.All-in-all, these saddlebags are awesome, durable, lightweight and semi-water resistant (I've been caught in the rain). I'm happy with them.
432453
Not sure. I know it definitely wouldn't fit a 15.4-15.6" laptop. There wasn't enough room for the corners. You might be able to squeeze it in. But just be mindful, you won't have padded protection for it.
299796
Yes, there is plenty of room for a 15 inch laptop, with plenty of room to spare. There is not any padding in this backpack so be careful about jostling or bumping your computer. I would put the computer in a sleeve of some kind to pad it.
1086073
I've carried up to a 17" laptop, but that was pushing it. A 15" fits perfectly and a 13" flops around a bit, you'd want other things in there to keep it in place.
695513
I bought the xl and ended up strapping it across panniers on its side on my dual sport motorcycle, as it was shorter that way and left more seat room when riding. The width was just about right, but the depth of it didn't leave alot of room, as I also had strapped a 2gal gas can on the back; if your riding single and have panniers the Xl will work well and give you plenty of capacity (almost too big, but better than too small). Check the specs in the description and measure the space on your bike if you are not sure.
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My 15.6" laptop fits well, and there's still plenty of space for other stuff. I've used it to hold luggage for two-three day work trips with no problem