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From: Frank Krygowski <frkrygow@sbcglobal.net>
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Subject: Re: belt drives
Date: Tue, 28 Jan 2025 19:39:39 -0500
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On 1/28/2025 12:12 PM, Roger Merriman wrote:
> ... even just a pannier on the old school roadie, which is hardly heavy,
> is noticeable. It’s often near empty, arguably I could have used a bar or
> large saddle bag but I had a spare pannier, plus I do occasionally use the
> space.

I think for equivalent loads, having the weight in a large saddlebag 
(like a Carradice) affects handling less than having the weight in 
panniers. Maybe that's because the added weight is closer to the center 
of mass of the bike+rider.

But the saddlebag has to be fastened rigidly, not swinging about.

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- Frank Krygowski