Won't happen if you don't think panniersComedian wrote: Critically I'd like some system to keep the sweat off my back if possible and one that is super comfy to wear. Any thoughts?
Of course there's always the basket option
Postby CommuRider » Wed Aug 17, 2011 3:03 pm
Won't happen if you don't think panniersComedian wrote: Critically I'd like some system to keep the sweat off my back if possible and one that is super comfy to wear. Any thoughts?
Postby maDKient » Wed Aug 17, 2011 3:13 pm
You ought to update that photo and replace it with a real life one attached to your bike.CommuRider wrote:So....this is my 3rd, 4th bag for commuting (depending if one counts a bag that has never been used).
Anyhoo, I posted this photo in another thread but posting it again They ran out last year but got notified that this was again in stock and so I am now awaiting delivery
http://www.planet-x-bikes.co.uk/i/q/BAS ... eather-kit
Now, I'm just going to see if I can contain my joy and excitement over the next few weeks
Where other females have a shoe addiction, I have a serious bike bag addiction. So unless I can come across another set of leather panniers which is as stylish as this one...this will serve me, oh say, over the next couple of months. I'll justify this as part of the Autumn collection. If I go by seasons, I can truly justify having 4 sets of panniers.
Postby CommuRider » Wed Aug 17, 2011 3:20 pm
Postby BarryTas » Wed Aug 17, 2011 3:54 pm
Postby Max » Wed Aug 17, 2011 4:05 pm
Postby BarryTas » Wed Aug 17, 2011 4:10 pm
Postby elStado » Wed Aug 17, 2011 8:07 pm
For such a distance and load, a pair of good quality panniers + rack is almost your only real option here. Hunt around as prices + stock availability does vary.BarryTas wrote:hello all
i will be starting a 50km round commute. I will need to carry clothes, work books and food. I would like to use a back pack. Any suggestions?
any advice would be great
Postby Comedian » Wed Aug 17, 2011 9:35 pm
If you've got the option of a rack and pannier system then it's the way to go for sure.BarryTas wrote:hello all
i will be starting a 50km round commute. I will need to carry clothes, work books and food. I would like to use a back pack. Any suggestions?
any advice would be great
Postby Mulger bill » Wed Aug 17, 2011 10:11 pm
Postby Comedian » Thu Aug 18, 2011 7:41 am
Postby DaveOZ » Thu Aug 18, 2011 7:49 am
I'm not so sure. My rack weights nothing (Tubus titanium AIRY 233g) and I only use one pannier (Ortlieb top roller) which all up is not much more than a backpack in weight. My stuff is water tight and safe. The weight is nice and low on the bike. The aero difference would be negligible at commuting speeds, bearing in mind that a backpack is not helping you aero either.Comedian wrote: Be warned though that the cost to the comfort is weight and aero drag. It's probably worth it though.
Postby BarryTas » Thu Aug 18, 2011 8:48 am
cheers i have ordered onMax wrote:Comedian and BarryTas, you might consider something like a Deuter Cross City backpack (my quick and dirty review here). I think it's discontinued now, but there are many like it at their web site. About halfway down the page, you'll see the bike backpacks section.
The "Air Stripes" system really does work, insofar as you get increased airflow over your back, and as a result less sweat accumulation. It won't leave you completely dry, but it will do a very good job. I used this backpack for around 12 months to do a 56Km round trip commute. In it, I regularly carried my laptop, books, stationery and a change of clothes. Packed to the gills, it could carry all that as well as a toiletries bag, shoes and rain gear. This did make for quite a heavy load which is why I eventually went with panniers. But hey, it did the trick for 12 months and I was happy with the backpack's performance overall. My only issue with the backpack was its colour and lack of reflective piping, which I overcame by using a high-vis backpack cover, which was also waterproof. A good arrangement all round.
Max
Postby jasonc » Fri Aug 19, 2011 8:54 pm
i've been using the Futura 28 for 2 and a half years. Holds a stack of weight and distributes it really well. Still looks new to boot. I love the air flow system. You can keep your panniersOxford wrote:Comedian, I use a Deuter Futura 22 (22 litres), best pack ever with the airflow design, I have no problems during summer and can carry a significant weight without even noticing it. It doesn't interfere with my shoulder where I have broken the collarbone twice where most bags have been an issue. NExt bag I buy will be another Dueter when needed.
Postby DavidS » Sat Aug 20, 2011 12:24 am
Nothing wrong with a basket: no sweaty back, the bike takes the weight and no chance of panniers rubbing on the wheels (which really s***s me).CommuRider wrote:Won't happen if you don't think panniersComedian wrote: Critically I'd like some system to keep the sweat off my back if possible and one that is super comfy to wear. Any thoughts?
Of course there's always the basket option
Postby il padrone » Sat Aug 20, 2011 10:03 pm
Your pannier rubs on your wheels ??DavidS wrote:Nothing wrong with a basket: no sweaty back, the bike takes the weight and no chance of panniers rubbing on the wheels (which really s***s me).
Postby DavidS » Sun Aug 21, 2011 12:02 am
Or a basket with a bag, problem solved And, no, I don't have panniers, far prefer a basket!il padrone wrote:Your pannier rubs on your wheels ??DavidS wrote:Nothing wrong with a basket: no sweaty back, the bike takes the weight and no chance of panniers rubbing on the wheels (which really s***s me).
You need a better set of panniers, or a better rack
Postby Daus » Sun Sep 04, 2011 5:23 am
Postby csy75 » Wed Sep 14, 2011 9:18 pm
Postby duncanm » Wed Sep 14, 2011 10:37 pm
I've got a wonder weenie, which looks like the same bag, that I've used for a good 5 or so years now. I mostly just carry spare tubes/tools and clothes in it, but also a laptop about once a week for a 50k round trip.Daus wrote: I purchased a Barney Russel Blanket Crumpler a week ago and am satisfied with the amount of gear it swallows and it is suitable for my short commute and even in the rain it kept the internals dry. I will keep the backpack for my longer rides.
Postby ColinOldnCranky » Wed Sep 14, 2011 11:11 pm
Postby duncanm » Thu Sep 15, 2011 9:33 am
Yeh.. I wouldn't say there's anything too special about it.. but I think that's why it lasts: no frills (a couple of internal nylon pockets, big zipped front pocket, bullet proof shoulderstrap, clasp and zips). I think it is very well made and has put up with a fair amount of abuse from me both on and off the bike.ColinOldnCranky wrote:After the raves I heard about Crumpler messenger bags - supposedly the bee's knees - I was totally disappointed. It now spends it's time in the cupboard after my equally disappointed daughter returned it to me. It was more than adequately replaced by some $70 backpack from a surplus/camping store.
Postby DRAD81 » Wed Oct 05, 2011 3:41 pm
Postby jasonc » Wed Oct 05, 2011 5:40 pm
nice choice. i'd be happy to buy another oneDRAD81 wrote:I've been using a Deuter Futuer 28 for the last few weeks and am very happy with it.
Postby Phil » Thu Oct 06, 2011 5:21 pm
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