After trying a dozen pannier systems over the years I finally hit on the best solution for me and want to share the experience as I very much want to encourage others to successfully bicycle commute. The obvious fact that I didn't mention in the video is that you are almost always better off having your bicycle carry your load instead of your shoulders. It is are more comfortable and liberating. This is particularly true if your backpack is heavy or you are going a long distance. Here is the amazon link to the basket. I have purchased 3 of them and they are very nice and only about $40: https://amzn.to/3jMouKu Getting a rack to work with you bike can be tricky as many bikes lack good attachment points or have disc brakes that get in the way. For aluminum frame bikes I have often found it easy just to drill my own holes an use bolts. Here is a good quality rack that will work with many bikes including some with disc brakes: https://amzn.to/326d7He My only advice is to avoid really cheap racks and racks that only attach to the seat post which are both too weak to handle substantial weight like you would have with a backpack full of books. If you do not use or have a suitable backpack that fits the basket a great option is to use a bag. I found that many bowling ball bags are the perfect size to fit. Here is one: https://amzn.to/2ZgP8TR ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwhgLHKALUs

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