Can the trunk carry the panniers with the handle on top if everything is loaded, think of how you would carry a brief case?
482433
Yes! Man.. I highly recommend this item I overload this system all the time and I ride in the rain. I don't think I've ever seen rain penetrate this bag system and the reflectors are bright!
482434
Hi Chris. The handle is actually very sturdy, I've carried a fully loaded bag (panniers and all) without worry of it breaking many times. On the other hand, you have to be a little careful with the provided shoulder strap, as the hooks are plastic and might bend under heavy stress.
482435
I've never bothered to detach it as a carried bag, but it's very sturdy and would easily work as you describe. Might be tough to set it down without the panniers flapped out to the side or squashed underneath depending on what you have inside. Because if the velcro strap connection to the rack, it's not the most convenient for removing and re attaching is all.
1161168
Doubtful unless the suitcase is very large. The seat is very long during transport.
536812
Parts of it will be locked inside of the trunk. If you still feel unsafe, you can lock the entire rack in the trunk when you are not transporting the bike.
800418
Any panniers is possible. All you need is to add on panniers racks at both sides.
1410379
Not if you intend to carry food, supplies, bike repair eqipment, change of clothes.
953542
This bag does not have a back frame, and the shape is not long and slim type. So usually they would allow u to carry on if the bag is not full. However when the bag is not full, the top cover tends to slide to either side, so it doesnt look nice..
829289
Yes. There is a handle on the top of the bag. I also attached a separate shoulder strap to two of the rings, which helped me carry it. However, I was also able to carry it just using the handle.
529320
Personally, I don't think it would be a problem but I have had my pannier for about 6+(?). However, I am having a problem with a tear at the top part of the seam. Also, I had a problem with the straps breaking off so you may need some extra reinforcement.
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Not easily. It packs up into something that you could throw in the back of a car or a trunk, but it would take up a seat on a bus. It is not going to fit in front of you and behind the seat your facing. Even if the bus was equipped with a rack for luggage, it would not fit well. Some buses have racks on the front (outside) for bikes. That would easily accommodate a non-folder. All that said, it is a nice bike and I'm glad I bought one.
1818621
I believe that it would be. There could be some interference with the velcro straps that hold it on the rack but this would depend on the particular type of panniers. I have actually thought of putting panniers on mine but have not done it yet.
2035165
Possibly, but I would not count on this case to make it through. This case is great to stash in a clost or trunk, but I s made of thin plastic and could be easily pried open.
1268772
I would say so, but like stilegal says, I would be careful as to how much you put in to it at one time if the items are heavy. The handles are great, and it is big, so there is no problem there.
974660
There is enough room under the seat for a shorty helmet, maybe full face and a few odds and ends. The trunk would hold a gallon of milk, a loaf of bread, and a few odds and ends or very compact raingear and a laptop and some textbooks. It will handily hold a 3L box of wine, which mine has seen a good bit of use doing.
755345
No - the bikes and rack would need to be removed before we could access our trunk.
1088603
I recently was able to stuff a paperback book, 11" x 8" x 1/2" into one of the panniers. You could then fit roll up pants, a light shirt, and socks into the other pannier, and lunch into the trunk part. I doubt that shoes would fit at the same time (shoes would take up one side by themselves). But it's hard to say, because the trunk expands upwards. Basically, the panniers are not that big, but they are very useful for me: lunch and some clothes on one side, pants and more clothes on the other, (shoes already at work), and the trunk is empty. Remember, this only fits the Ibera PakRak rear rack. I recently was able to stuff a paperback book, 11" x 8" x 1/2" into one of the panniers. You could then fit roll up pants, a light shirt, and socks into the other pannier, and lunch into the trunk part. I doubt that shoes would fit at the same time (shoes would take up one side by themselves). But it's hard to say, because the trunk expands upwards. Basically, the panniers are not that big, but they are very useful for me: lunch and some clothes on one side, pants and more clothes on the other, (shoes already at work), and the trunk is empty. Remember, this only fits the... » Read More I recently was able to stuff a paperback book, 11" x 8" x 1/2" into one of the panniers. You could then fit roll up pants, a light shirt, and socks into the other pannier, and lunch into the trunk part. I doubt that shoes would fit at the same time (shoes would take up one side by themselves). But it's hard to say, because the trunk expands upwards. Basically, the panniers are not that big, but they are very useful for me: lunch and some clothes on one side, pants and more clothes on the other, (shoes already at work), and the trunk is empty. Remember, this only fits the Ibera PakRak rear rack. « Show Less
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If you have small items then you could get away with it. If your a large person (tall etc) then you'll find that your pushing it. I have to be honest it's one of minor issues with the bag, I'd love a bigger compartment / main bag.
108424
Have not tried to use a trunk bag, but it should work since the rack is not fully vovered