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Post by Deleted on Sept 21, 2013 15:59:44 GMT
afternoon all
looking advice on a suitable backpack for road cycling on my Triban. Would be nice if it was water proof but this isn't a deal breaker. Just need a special backpack as I am planning to do bigger miles. Currently using a old Nike bag which is fine but would prefer to invest in a proper cycling backpack!
thanks!
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Post by Big Brother on Sept 21, 2013 21:52:05 GMT
Not sure if there's any real difference tbh. You can pay big bucks for "technical" backpacks specifically for cycling, but from what I've heard your back will still get awfully sweaty either way.
That's only what I heard. Maybe the Camelbak packs are different, dunno. My only advice would be not to go for a big backpack. The bigger it is, the more you'll cram in there.
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Post by Spoakes on Sept 21, 2013 22:13:08 GMT
Better to put it on the bike itself ? Didn't we have a chap with panniers touring some where?
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Post by Deleted on Sept 21, 2013 22:37:36 GMT
I was looking through ebay, if you search cycling backpacks they have ones with a waterproof cover that sits over them like a hood. Might not be perfect but maybe a cheaper option?
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Post by Deleted on Sept 21, 2013 22:45:07 GMT
sounds like a waterproof parachute
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Post by Deleted on Sept 21, 2013 22:49:50 GMT
Avoid a backpack if you can, try and get what you need to take with you on the bike itself if possible, some underseat bags are quite big, or a handlebar bag maybe, a single or double rear pannier too. Backpacks make you overly hot, sweaty and feel a faff generally.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 21, 2013 23:13:13 GMT
I had my first clipless moment the other day down to a bag! It was slipping as I was setting out for work and I was trying to adjust it all the while forgetting to unclip! I'd recommend getting panniers or a large saddle bag over a back pack as your back ends up soaked too.
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Post by Big Brother on Sept 21, 2013 23:14:41 GMT
I use a backpack on my commute to and from work.
Riding in is simple, a short 3 miles downhill for most of the way. My backpack has my keys and small bits and pieces plus my lunch! Sometimes there is a bit of weight in it - depends what I have got for my dinner!!!
Coming home is a different matter as it's uphill most of the way! My mission is to eat all my dinner and bring just the lunchbox back. Quite often my waterproof jacket gets stuffed inside as it soon gets hot coming home and I don't need it on. Sometimes there is a bit of weight in it but not overly heavy. However, every time I get home I can guarantee my back will be well sweaty where my pack has been sitting.
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Post by haydenw on Sept 21, 2013 23:41:48 GMT
My backpack is not so and is a Carradice SQR Tour. Put the weight straight on the frame and no extra sweat on my back. Been using it for commuting since April, 26 miles a day commuting with no problems. Costs a bit but well worth it. Already paid for itself imo (over 1500 commuting miles this year).
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Post by ianmoss on Sept 21, 2013 23:50:03 GMT
To get over the 'sweaty back' issue try to look for a backpack with an 'air back system' essentially there is a mesh gap between the main pack and your body. I have this backpack, fromΒ Mountain WarehouseΒ orΒ Amazon, it's light and has 2 good support straps, one small across the chest and a larger one lower, just above waist height. Also a waterproof cover that comes from a pocket in the bottom. I haven't used it on the bike yet, but will be soon. It did a great job of keeping me comfortable this summer when it was crammed full of goodies when we went up and down Mt Snowdon (on foot, not wheels)
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Post by Deleted on Sept 22, 2013 11:17:48 GMT
If you have doubts then ask cosybike, he cruised a 42 miler with a backpack no worries, it's one of those things where everyone has their own preference i suppose.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 22, 2013 13:19:43 GMT
For a 4 times a week 75Km leisure ride My backpack would contains: Phone, Keys, wallet, water bladder, food,rain jacket, puncture kit and other quick maintenance gears. For the daily 30 km commute to work I add lock, bigger food box and PPEs. My backpack is 15L Crane from the awesome Aldi.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 23, 2013 11:40:22 GMT
afternoon all looking advice on a suitable backpack for road cycling on my Triban. Would be nice if it was water proof but this isn't a deal breaker. Just need a special backpack as I am planning to do bigger miles. Currently using a old Nike bag which is fine but would prefer to invest in a proper cycling backpack! thanks! I use an older version of this for my 6 mile commute: www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_842141_langId_-1_categoryId_273907It is pretty good. Whichever bag you get, chest strap are essential. Otherwise your shoulder straps will keep slipping of your shoulders (very annoying and dangerous) However for longer leisure rides I have a large saddle bag. Fits multi tool, tyre levers, 2 spare tubes, chain brake, powerlinks and an Aldi rain jacket. I wouldn't want to do long rides with a back pack on.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 23, 2013 12:26:35 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Oct 7, 2013 21:37:42 GMT
thanks for advice, have to say I've neglected the bike recently due to the weather and not have adequate water proofing for bag that holds my clothes etc.
Did get out last week around Comber - Ards - Belfast then back home to Dundonald. Roughly around 18 miles which is most I've done in single journey. Tbh I need some encouragement or people to go out with as I am still nervous on the roads.
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