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Originally Posted by OlafofOregon
As you point out, lowering weight distribution when packing makes a significant, noticeable, positive impact on the loaded bike's handling. The tricker bit is the lack of structure low on an enduro bike, and the weight reduction and positioning advantages of Giant Loop's rackless concept more than make up for the lightweight bulky things packed above seat height. 
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Not quite.
This image shows that the Coyote is far from low and way to small for the purpose of the type of riding typically discussed on this forum. I wouldn't even consider the Basin because it takes the Coyote template and builts up, not down from there. In either case a lightweight rack or shield with a conventional saddle bag would be far more suitable.
I've drawn this up to prove to myself that your philosophy can be applied to achieve the ultimate system, which I think is a rackless horse shoe bag in a sufficient size. With a bit of security in it if possible, which I think is easily done with a horseshoe shape. I've got a few ideas on it if you're interested (PM only).
I was actually surprised how much volume this yields. A stiff base on the bag as with the Coyote, along with compression straps (which curls the bag off the exhaust like the Coyote), heat shield (like the Coyote) and the pillion peg should be sufficient. I've actually cut a base template to further convince me of this.
I was disappointed to see GL move away from this shape and philosophy and move into conventional saddle bag....
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