Commuting by bike with a backpack or a messenger bag can lead to a sweaty back and sore shoulders. But with the help of the right rack, basket, and panniers, you can more efficiently haul and protect ...

When I commuted to my office via bicycle a few years back, I had two choices, a backpack or a pannier bag. The backpack usually won out, because who wants to carry around a massive set of bags when ...

Happy Trails makes several different types of panniers and the Imnaha version is the smallest and lightest. The Imnaha bags are probably too small for true long-distance adventure touring, but they’re ...

Knog's rackless panniers sound like a good idea – you avoid the extra weight, cost and fitting hassle of a rack and attach a set of panniers directly to the rear of the bike. The Boxer Dogs consist of ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. The last thing you want when pedalling around is to be weighed ...

You can construct a set of bicycle panniers in under an hour using two kitty litter buckets, hardware-store hooks, and reflective tape along with a cordless drill and a nuts and bolts. This will yield ...

Best budget rear rack we've tested - a bargain. Great value for money at under £30, this high grade aluminium rack is rated to 35kg and will happily handle a weekly shop or a full-on tour. The Tortec ...

Warren McLaren was one of the earliest writers for TreeHugger, where he covered a wide range of topics, including eco-design, retail and outdoor education. This is the first of a four-part series on ...

As a relative newbie to the world of bike commuting, I quickly realized that while you can stick with just the bare bones, your bike commute can go from doable to nearly perfect with the addition of a ...