Portland-based North St. can’t afford to miss a step, lest they be washed away by the rains of Portland. Clearly a product of the Pacific Northwest, the Davis day pack is a 1000D cordura, #10 duck canvas-made, waterproof wonder that protects your clothes and gear well enough that full submergence rarely causes much dampness. Each zipper is similarly sealed so cutting through is the only way for water to seep in. As an added bonus, you can customize your bag with extra velcro pockets, a waist belt, or a laptop sleeve. Purchase: $99
When you order your new bike pannier or convertible backpack pannier you’ll need to select the hook size that best fits your bike’s cargo rack. These hooks—two near the top of the pannier—slot over the horizontal tube(s) of the cargo rack and then a bottom hook on a bungee holds tension for a secure fit.
While it’s a simple system, one of the most common questions we get is: what’s the right hook size for my bike? Click to read more.
