Backpack vs Courier bag
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby misterhorsey » Mon Jul 06, 2009 3:02 pm
Without having tried one on, I thought they were really overpriced. But seeing as I work around the corner from one of their stores, and the competition could only show me their wares via websites, I went in and tried it on and bought one.
Super comfy. Really good quality construction. I can see that the price is justified for the amount of work that goes into it.
Not sure if its as comfortable as a backpack, but its great for a lighter load.
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby nickobec » Mon Jul 06, 2009 4:18 pm
Originally Crumpler was designed and made by couriers for couriers. I believe the made by changed a few years ago.misterhorsey wrote:Super comfy. Really good quality construction. I can see that the price is justified for the amount of work that goes into it.
My Part and Parcel in almost 4 years old and is beginning to show signs of almost daily abuse. Previous bags last less than 12 months, + all but one unsuitable for riding.
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby Matty » Mon Jul 06, 2009 6:32 pm
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby misterhorsey » Mon Jul 06, 2009 10:12 pm
I got the barney rustle. In red.fitnhealthy wrote:Which one did you get?
https://www.crumpler.com.au/flash/flash ... br22a.html
I actually still don't really like the style, but it was the smallest courier bag they had with a back reflective stripe and a third leg.
I really jam packed it tonight with clothes and a smallish grocery shop and it wasn't the comfiest experience (compared to a backpack), but it may need to soften it a bit.
I also need to figure out how to clip the third leg on without dislocating my left shoulder!!!
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby fitnhealthy » Mon Jul 06, 2009 10:44 pm
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby Fletcher » Tue Aug 11, 2009 1:18 pm
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby misterhorsey » Tue Aug 11, 2009 11:44 pm
The messenger bag isn't going to do anything to alleviate the sweating.Fletcher wrote:I"m currently racking my brains about which way to go. Blew all my dough on the bike last week and couldn't afford to buy a rack or messenger/courier bag. As a result I"m hating my old 90s backpack for the discomfort and sweating, and this week I'll either buy the messenger bag ($150 at DJs in Canberra - the only local distributor that I know of) or I'll buy a rack. I know a couple of cyclists who swear by those Crumpler messenger bags after suffering under backpacks for a long time.
A backpack with a rigid raised arc to it keep off your back is excellent for dealing with sweat, if you don't want racks.
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby smeg » Sun Aug 23, 2009 10:00 pm
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby Fletcher » Wed Aug 26, 2009 8:20 am
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby Hoffyrider » Wed Aug 26, 2009 3:13 pm
Of course I would love to ride to work without any bag but the old deuter is not a bad comprise.
Dueters are expensive (about $160) but are long lasting, my current bag is like new after 6 years. I just throw it in the washing machine when the wife complains about its smell.
I used panniers in the 1980's - I did not like how panniers changed the bike's handling.
I've never ridden with a courier bag - Do they move around on your back ???
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby Fletcher » Wed Aug 26, 2009 4:28 pm
I'd say it isn't waterproof though. That's what people pay $150 to Crumpler for.
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby psy » Thu Aug 27, 2009 10:16 pm
I'd be confident in saying that it's seen its last days, so I thought I'd give my Crumpler (with a 3rd leg) a go on the bike today. The thinking was that if it worked out ok - I'd save some $'s on a new backpack that I didn't need.
Have to say I'm pretty much converted, and I'll be using the Crumpler from now on.
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby Fletcher » Fri Aug 28, 2009 4:20 pm
My brother has been commuting in Melbs for years with a backpack, and bought a crumpler few months ago. He's sold on it, and wouldn't use anthing else now.Have to say I'm pretty much converted, and I'll be using the Crumpler from now on.
Does anyone here know if the Barney Blankets can be bought for less than $150 in Melbourne, as theres a Crumpler store in those parts?
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby Fletcher » Fri Oct 09, 2009 3:47 pm
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby Bantam Roosta » Sun Oct 11, 2009 3:47 pm
Could this setup be used on a carbon seat post? I like the idea, but not sure if I can do it.dant wrote:
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby Mulger bill » Sun Oct 11, 2009 6:12 pm
No argument about the strength or durability of CF posts, but acting as a rack mount was prolly beyond the scope of the seatpost designers.
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby dant » Sat Oct 17, 2009 8:18 pm
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby Bantam Roosta » Sat Oct 17, 2009 9:09 pm
It's either that or continuing with the backpack at this stage.
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby TheMickeyBlue » Wed May 12, 2010 1:32 pm
I got myself a Chrome Metropolis (a large courier bag) years ago. Just awesome, I take it camping, weekend interstate trips, everything where I need to take a whole bunch of stuff. The only drawback is that it can hold so much stuff its uncomfortable for me to use totally full on the bike (and as someone earlier mentioned, when you have the space, chances are you'll fill it with something), so I'm looking at a 2 strap courier backpack for when I need to hold so much stuff. I've chosen against panniers as I want to weight againt my core and not hanging off my bike.
I also currently use a Black Wolf backpack with a mesh back but I don't really have sweat issues with the shoulder bag anyway. It just can't hold 1 or 2 pairs of shoes, towel, locks, and a massive amount of food (my standard gear list).
So if you want a courier bag and don't like Crumpler, look at Chrome (I got a bigger Chrome bag from a US based website for cheaper than Crumpler), or also Timbuk2 if thats more your thing (can be customisable in terms of colours and other stuff)..
hope this helps
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby Spork! » Wed Jul 21, 2010 5:29 pm
I was debating backpack v's panniers for commuting. Leaning towards backpack for several reasons - now I'm torn between messenger bag or backpack. Looks like both are popular with different people. Really like the look of some of the leather courier bags, would suit my position at work, but also tempted by some of the camelbak range of backpacks with the added advantage of hands-free hydration. Don't have a lot of gear to carry, as I plan on driving 1-2 days/week and taking ironed shirts and trousers that way instead of trying to keep them nice in a bag. Can use work towels, have own office to keep toiletries in and fresh uniforms and shoes in. Work provides my main meal, so just need to take snacks and sometimes some (a4 size) paperwork, keys, phone, undies, socks, rain vest and somewhere to put unneeded arm / leg warmers, jackets etc. depending on weather each way.
Perhaps I should start a poll...
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby Cinder » Wed Jul 21, 2010 6:14 pm
When I'm out on the MTB my Camelbak annoys the living hell out of me...
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
Postby alexander » Thu Jul 22, 2010 4:10 pm
If you're doing longer rides, get panniers, and for shorter rides, get a messenger bag. Non cycling specific backpacks should never be used for commuting in my opinion. (nb; chrome, ortlieb, seagull, crumpler, BOG, Skinsgrowsback, all make cycling specific backpacks, that I cannot comment on).
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Re: Backpack vs Courier bag
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