I have tried all sorts of panniers for my bike commuting. None of them worked for various reasons. They wobble on bike rack. I often have a rough ride with small jumps and they are just not the best solution for commuting. But the worst part is bumping with my heels on panniers during the upstroke. I have large feet so I just had to quit panniers. Now I ride with a metal basket firmly screwed to my bike rack. I put whatever I need into the basket (usually a backpack) and tie it up to the basket with a belt. That way everything is securely attached, nothing will fall out and easily removed from the basket.

I realise that this is an old video for you now (2 years), but I still want to thank you for highlighting this great product. I have been trying to find something that would allow me to carry a camera pack that weighs 22lbs and this is more that capable. Thanks very much!

I am very impressed with that Air Pannier. I have never seen or heard of anything like it before. Very clever and ingenious. And so convenient to carry in a backpack or another pannier for whenever you might unexpectedly need it. I'm glad I watched one more video before I went to bed! Great video.

Thank you. As I also have recently started cycling long distances. I noticed this very issue with the backpack. This is the first time owning a rear rack but never used one before. This air pannier is exactly what I never knew I've been looking for. Amazing video. Also Paul's music reminds me of Francisco Tarrega. It's soothing to the soul. Thanks again

Love this product/concept. Thanks so much for this video!! Subscribed.

Thank you for a very interesting video! Never would have thought of this kind of carrier, and will definitely check it out.

Excellent looking product! I'd already been trying to come up with an easy way to carry my backpack on the rack, and this is the perfect solution.

Looking for ways to commute with our tandem. This is great. Subscribed.

Wow! This is so cool. It's nice if we can transport these things on a bike instead of having to use a car everytime! Good for the enviroment, our health and our wallet!😀😃

Arkel and several other pannier companies make panniers that convert to a backpack when off the bike. They won't carry guitars but not everyone is a musician lol

@geerussell

Жыл бұрын

I would add that in addition to their convertible "bug" backpack, Arkel has a "haul it" rear pannier that is a variation on the air pannier theme with similar capabilities. Arkel makes good, refined quality products but price is a big consideration: arkel backpack $160 usd; arkel haul it $120 usd; air pannier $43 usd.

Fantastic idea! 👍

I want to see someone carry another bike on their bike with one of these.

Pretty cool. There are pannier backpacks, too, but this is definitely more versatile.

I'm sold, he was carry 8 guitars, I could carry my camping gear in that. People who say it's too expensive I think are two hung up on the way it looks. It's a one time purchase for only 38 quid, I've spent more than that on a taxi.

I'm still waiting for the pocket house system. Push a button and everything get compressed to fit a capsule😎😎🤔. Great video didn't know about this

That is perfect! Instead of bike panniers, I want to bring my carry-on luggage:)

That is so cool.

AMAZING!!!;)

Thanks for making this video, I am super interested in trying the air pannier. I am a backpack person, I bring a backpack almost everywhere. I want to be able to bike to a coffee shop, lock up my bike, and then walk around with a backpack that I had strapped to my bike. I'm thinking this could be the solution I'm looking for.

Marvelous!

@BikeCommuterHero

Жыл бұрын

It is :D

Is the net part stretchy or more of a rope material?

Hey, i've recently bought one of these for my guitar (and i suspect a ton of other stuff) just waiting ordered a rack to strap it to now. Happy days

@BikeCommuterHero

3 жыл бұрын

I’m sure you will like it very much. Ride safe! I wish you many happy miles and happy tunes!

@alextw1488

3 жыл бұрын

@@BikeCommuterHero you too!

what’s the name of the grips being used at 2:09

you can do the same thing with a cargo net and two carabiners. good vid.

@lmaoroflcopter

2 жыл бұрын

You can, but you have to admit its a sweet little all in one deal. Vs buying carabiner, a cargo net and some rok straps. In fairness if I was like this guy and wanted organisation but in my pannier... i'd just shove my backpack in my pannier.

@paolom.6011

2 жыл бұрын

@@lmaoroflcopter Over £40 delivered, absolute rip off for what it is.

@lmaoroflcopter

2 жыл бұрын

@@paolom.6011 seems pretty reasonably priced. Actually did end up going away and priced it up. Couple of commuter rokstraps were £15. Couple of carabiners were £5 And the cargo net, couldn't find one like it but a cheap bungee based one (which probably wouldn't be as good at supporting a load as the static one they have) was another fiver. So £25 then time to figure out how to actually get it all together to fit on my bike nicely. 15 quid for a shipped finished product to your door seems about right. If I was that tight on cash, like I said I'd just shove my back pack in the pannier.

@vojtechpilar5809

Жыл бұрын

@@lmaoroflcopter he is right, it's an absolute rip off. You can get all of these bits together for under £15 from ebay very easily and to fit it on your bike should be as difficult as fitting the actual air pannier on it.

Was looking for something to carry my longboard but honestly knowing it can carry my backpack too has got me sold.

I need this. I commute with 3 bags

Thank you, that looks cool! When carrying things on one side of the bike like this, I would be worried about my stability and about my cheap rear pannier rack, because the weight is not evenly distributed and it leans to the side. Should I be worried if I were to carry up to 20 kg for a long distance on one side like this? I was thinking about a way of safely mounting my 65 backpack to a bike to go for a combined cycling and hiking trip.

@LuisGustavo-mj7um

Жыл бұрын

That is a lot of weight in a single place. If your bike is not sufficiently heavy, that weight can even cause a "whelie" when you mount/unmount. I would do that for a short distance (2-5 km), but I will not trust a cheap rack after that. For a weight like that I suggest to attach it transversely over the rack, or distribute it evenly in smaller backpacks on both sides of the rear rack, over the rack and even in the frame. If that is not possible, use a trailer (keep the weight as low as possible). Even a sturdy hand cart with good wheels and axles. You can attach it with adequately sized and knotted ropes to the rear rack and it can be much enjoyable.

@matejblaha4659

Жыл бұрын

@@LuisGustavo-mj7um Thank you for your reply and suggestion. I managed to attach the backpack to the carrier rack with bungee cords and cycled for about 80 km with it. It went surprisingly well once I managed to secure the bag well so it wouldn't jump around and got used to it. The carrier rack survived unharmed, too. But I think the weight was probably about 15 kg at the beginning though, so it wasn't that heavy. I think wheelie would be caused by any weight placed behind the rear wheel. As long as most of the weight is on top of the rear wheel, this shouldn't be a problem, but having more weight at the back causes the bike to be less stable and harder to control.

How about the balance if you put school bag with all heavy stuff in it (books, laptop etc)? I’m planning to buy it for my daughter coz she commute to school everyday with heavy backpack. But Since u only put it on the left side of the rear rack, I know she will struggle to balance her bike. Any opinion regarding this?

@BikeCommuterHero

2 жыл бұрын

No balance issues. You notice that there's extra weight on the rear tires, but it doesn't pull you sideways. My son uses the AirPannier too with his backpack and he has no issues.

@lmaoroflcopter

2 жыл бұрын

Panniers loaded on one side (which is what this is) definitely unbalances the bike but it is something you very very quickly compensate for and get used to. I wouldn't worry about it too much, but do a test ride or two before dicing it with traffic.

How much weight can it support?

@BikeCommuterHero

Жыл бұрын

More than my rack can take. I have carried over 15 kg (30 lbs) in it, but it can probably double that easily.

@devinm.6149

Жыл бұрын

@@BikeCommuterHero thanks for getting back to me & so soon. I also checked their site & it claims a 140kg capacity. Edit to specify that that is 308.6472 lbs.

I would need to find an alternative to the rainbow strapping.

@BikeCommuterHero

8 ай бұрын

Initially I didn’t like it either, but then I realized that it was not the 6 color rainbow, but a 5 color one.

Why not say that the video is sponsored?

@BikeCommuterHero

3 жыл бұрын

Because I didn’t get a single cent for making it. If you have a great product that gets me excited, send it to me and I will make a raving review about it even if you pay me nothing. And if you’re a musician and give me permission to use your tunes, I will give your music a plug as well.

Over £40 for a couple of heavy duty carabiners, some netting and some adjustable straps?! Utter rip off, give consumers value for money especially for such a clearly simple thing.

@BikeCommuterHero

2 жыл бұрын

Fair enough... what about a cup of coffee at 10x the price of what it actually costs to make it?

@Leon_George

Жыл бұрын

There was no need, and perhaps, you have not considered the fact that this is a small volume product, the low-cost mass-produced items you're used to are only possible because of the crazy large market they sell to. Whereas, here, we just have a good guy Paul doing it all probably from his garage.