For your consideration is a set of used Touring Cyclist TC Panniers. Introduced in the mid 1970’s, they were considered the gold standard for bicycle panniers. Extremely well made and intelligently designed and crafted, they are highly functional as well as aesthetically attractive.
Featuring a main zippered compartment of 12”x 11”x 4” as well as three other exterior zippered pockets: 9”x 9” x2.5”, 9”x4” x 2.5” and 4”x4” x 2.5”. With two bags you have 10 compartments or pockets.
They are extremely easy to install or remove and fit most rear racks but are an ideal fit on a Blackburn. They are also designed to zip together to make a single piece of luggage with a shoulder strap. They can be attached to a backpack frame.
Mine were used for a cross country bike trip where they performed flawlessly. They’ve been stored in a dust proof container for years but are ready for a new adventure.
The bags exhibit some road dirt but all the stitching is intact with no rips or tears. Some of the original waterproof coating has begun to peel. This could easily be remedied with a fresh coat. The zippers are 100% intact and function well.
Included is original setup instructions as well as a catalog from Touring Cyclist.
Here’s a chance to outfit your vintage bike with retro but highly functioning packs. Or saddle up for your next cycling trip.