Pannier
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- For other uses, see Pannier (disambiguation).
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A pannier is a basket, bag, or similar container, possibly large, and carried either in pairs slung over the back of a beast of burden, or attached to a bicycle or motorcycle. It is sometimes also called a saddlebag.
Traditional panniers for animal transport are typically made of wicker, while bicycle panniers are usually of nylon or other synthetic fabric. Motorcycle panniers may be hard-sided metal containers with lids, hard plastic, or made of fabric. BMW has a unique hard-sided expandable pannier system.
Nontraditional bicycle panniers can be made from oyster buckets and other recycled materials.
Considerations in choosing panniers include the organizational style of the pocket system, volume vs. intended use, durability of materials, water repellancy (often the inclusion of built-in raincovers), and the attachment mechanism.