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@hippy
How cheap is cheap? I spent 4 months on the road with some $120 cheapies from Oz. ~£50 for two I guess.
I didn't take them on/off the bike though which saves a lot of wear on the hooks. They were a pain to get on/off anyway.
Wrap your stuff in related bags so that when you want something you only have to take out the shopping bag with it in and the whole pannier doesn't get exposed to rain, etc. Also, pack oft used stuff to the top and heavier stuff like tools to the bottom. Make sure the load is even on each side. Pack light. I sent home lots of stuff over time.