Saddle Bag Durability

[Lifter]

Hi Gang,

I have general question regarding my saddle bags.

I bought this bike with the bags already mounted. They look like you average generic entry-level type bags.

I plan to use this bike as a daily commuter and will need to ride in all sorts of different weather.

I have a couple of concerns regarding these bags and water.

1. I'm sure they aren't water-proof and that anything that goes in should be water safe.

2. I'm concerned that as they get wet over and over that they will start to degrade and will be useless.

Can anyone offer me some advise on this?

The bags already have no lock, so im getting limited use out of them and if they are going to get ruined the first season then maybe im better off selling them and getting good sized backpack (i plan on running no sissy bar)

Thanks in advance!!!