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This entry is a Bike Hacks classic. Trevor sent us the following way back in 2008.
I just developed a bike hack that you might like. I call it "The $4 Grocery Panniers". I wrote a how-to over at bikeforums.net. (see the forum for full instructions and more pictures).
All you need is:
* 2 reusable grocery bags
* 1/4" thick 2'x4' piece of masonite (or "hardboard" at Home Depot; same stuff used for clipboards)
* 1 bungee cord
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I love the idea, but I went with this
http://www.donkeyboxx.com/index.php/default/shop/donkey-boxx-bicycle-pannier/
I'd been looking for a comparatively inexpensive, recycled / recyclable, waterproof(able), made in the USA (actually in the region where I grew up) set of panniers to use for commuting and as a first foray into light touring for quite some time now and these met all my criteria. I also considered the fact that they’re made by disabled folks to be a pretty big bonus.
Posted by: Raiyn | 09/06/2011 at 12:21 AM
Another idea I wish I had before I bought a manufactured pair — a lot of bulky products (pet food, cat litter) come in these recycled plastic bags that are easily cut and have no seams, just a glued joint and sewn end for opening. The 25 pounders might be too big but I expect someone with some sewing-fu could make a waterproof pannier or carrier bag from one. Noisy but cheap.
Posted by: two wheels good | 09/12/2011 at 10:28 AM
nice I like that
Posted by: Domaca zahrada | 09/17/2011 at 09:22 PM
Great idea but... I am sure I am not the first to ask this, but what happens when it rains? And these can tear quite easily in any case, right?
Posted by: Mark @ SPDShoes.org | 09/21/2011 at 12:19 PM
pretty sure these were meant for essentials and not a hoarding run. practicality, folks. i like this.
Posted by: KZ | 08/05/2012 at 12:02 PM