The best bags & storage for PEV riders.
Racks and frame bags turn a commuter into a do-everything vehicle. Waterproof roll-tops earn their price the first time it rains.
Our top picks
The short answer. Every pick is written up in full below.
Compare the picks
| Product | Type | Capacity | Waterproof |
|---|---|---|---|
| OrtliebBack-Roller Classic PanniersTop pick | Panniers (pair) | 40 L total | Yes |
| ROCKBROSTop Tube BagBudget pick | Top-tube bag | — | Water-resistant |
The picks in full
Back-Roller Classic Panniers
The waterproof pannier every other pannier is compared to; fits standard rear racks including most e-bike racks.
- Type
- Panniers (pair)
- Capacity
- 40 L total
- Waterproof
- Yes
Top Tube Bag
Cheap, water-resistant top-tube storage for keys, charger, and snacks.
- Type
- Top-tube bag
- Waterproof
- Water-resistant
How we pick
We do not lab-test this gear. These picks come from published manufacturer specifications, the certifications that carry real weight in each category, and what long-term owners report. Where a manufacturer does not publish a figure we leave it blank rather than estimate it, which is why some cells in the table read as a dash.
Badges are ours and reflect the trade-off each product wins on, not what any brand paid for. Placement is never sold. When we start testing gear hands-on, this section will say so and will name what changed.
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