Not to be confused with New York city’s Manhattan, the Mainhattan is named after the central business district of Frankfurt am Main. This multi-purpose bike pannier can be used as a handy way of transporting your shopping or belongings on the back of your back, or thanks to the zip-in organizer unit it can also be used for work and slung across the shoulder like a regular bag. The waterproof, PFC-free material reliably protects contents from rain and road spray. deuter’s newly developed BagFix quick-release system leaves you free to pedal in peace, with the bike bearing the brunt of the load – and nothing on your back. A quick pull on the release handle and the bag is detached and ready to use as a shoulder bag. A large flap with magnetic buckles allows the capacity to be expanded by another 10 liters. Here is the instruction on how to properly adjust the Quickfix Bag Release System. Disclaimer: Sand, dust and incorrectly packed bags can make the paint in contact areas become dull or scratched over time. To avoid any chafing, you can protect the frame or rack with foam inserts or protective film before attaching bags or panniers.