This is from the Author. The three bags stacked as you see them is actually a bit shorter than my T-Bag with their Roll Bag attached. But on the VIrago, the luggage rack is much higher than racks on most bikes where it's closer to the top of the bikes fender. Also, the VIrago has a stepped seat, so it still looks tall when I've turned it around. Yet, the whole thing is remarkably stable on the road, and I haven't had any problems with it. I wouldn't want to be bombing around Deal's Gap with it, but it won't fall off, and really doesnt effect the handling of the bike that much. And if you're on a 10 day trip, you gotta have room for all your stuff.