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I picked up the pannier bags before this riding season. Somewhat expensive, but I think they make carrying anything much more convenient, much more clean.
It's nice when done riding for the day to be able to leave the hard bags on the bike and just take in the inner bags. The hard bags don't always come off their racks the easist and I don't like carrying the hard bags around, more likely to accelerate scratching and they're just awkward.
When you go to open the hard bags to shed a layer, find a camera or whatever, stuff doesn't fall out either.
The hard bags take a little more patience when closing with the inner bags inside, but it is nice to be able to throw the bags over your shoulder (shoulder strap included) and take your stuff where you want easily. The inner bags are pretty convenient as a duffel bag / carry all once you get where you're going.
I think the bags are worth it. You have to pony up a little cash for convenience, but you'll probably appreciate it.
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