Just the right size for typical grocery items. With a pair of them capable of holding 20 lb/9kg on each side of the Gaia Rack, and my Tern Market Basket holding 22 lb/10 kg on top, they reach the NBD Rack's maximum capacity of 60 lb/27 kg.

But more important than weight, the Cargo Hold 28s accommodate more volume than the Kontti baskets that I previously used on my NBD (and that had transferred from my earlier Verge). Ideal for the bulky but light grocery items I typically carry. Plus the Cargo Holds can either become buckets like the Kontti, or enclosed for weather protection.

I do miss the Ortlieb quick disconnects of the Kontti, however, as another reviewer stated. Although the Velcro straps of the Cargo Holds are more firm & secure. So taking a tip from a Tern online FaceBook site, I place handled, soft carry bags inside the panniers, and bring the groceries and other items into the house that way.

Then fold the Cargo Hold 28s flat against the NBD until they're needed again. Always there, always handy, but never in the way. I find them a good solution to making the NBD a versatile everyday utility bike.

It’s big enough for grocery shopping only problem wish it had quick release system like Ortlieb panniers