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I decided that since I have notions of a Transcontinental Race at some point I'd go with some bikepacking kit rather than just upgrade the Carradice ahead of PBP. I went with an Apidura saddlebag in the biggest one the have.
Tested it today and it's pretty good. Dealt well with a mix of drizzle and hard rain with no leakage. It swings a bit, more so once you've chucked a couple of cartons of soup in it. The seatpost collars have no grip so I'll probably put something in there to dampen any swinging. I may also install some mini bungees to help compress soft stuff into the bottom and maximise carrying capacity.
I'm missing the Carradice side pockets so need to get a tri bag to counter that loss for phone, wallet etc... Will also mean I might hear my phone occasionally.