Backpack for cycling

[DDE]

Please recommend me a backpack for cycling.

Main requirements are:

• Waterproof
• Spacious enough to keep a full change of clothes (incl. shoes), and sometimes even a laptop
• Looks cool (maybe I'll want to use it away from cycling too )
• If it has one of those meshes that stops it sitting so close to your back, that would be good but not essential
• High vis not a massive requirement, but would be nice, maybe some tasteful reflective strips.
• Also bonus points if it can be found on Amazon (I have a voucher) but if the best options are not on Amazon, fire away!

Cheers.

 

[vickster]

Deuter. Come with a waterproof cover. I wouldn't carry a laptop on my back, but that's just me and liking having a neck intact after a spill

Hi viz, you can just add a Hump cover if needed, they might even be waterproof. Not sure you'll get a backpack that is waterproof without a cover

http://www.amazon.co.uk/More-Mile-W...TF8&qid=1406749321&sr=1-2&keywords=hump+cover

Do any backpacks truly look cool?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=sr_nr_n_12?rh=n:318949011,n:324144011,k:deuter&keywords=deuter&ie=UTF8&qid=1406748937&rnid=319530011

I have one of these, the crossbike

http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_c_1_15?url=search-alias=sports&field-keywords=deuter cross bike 18&sprefix=deuter cross bi,null,203&rh=n:318949011,k:deuter cross bike 18

 

[DDE]

Deuter. Come with a waterproof cover. I wouldn't carry a laptop on my back, but that's just me and liking having a neck intact after a spill

Hi viz, you can just add a Hump cover if needed, they might even be waterproof. Not sure you'll get a backpack that is waterproof without a cover

Do any backpacks truly look cool?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=sr_nr_n_12?rh=n:318949011,n:324144011,k:deuter&keywords=deuter&ie=UTF8&qid=1406748937&rnid=319530011

I guess not, but the ones you've linked to look a lot better than this for instance: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sport-Direc...=1406749262&sr=1-4&keywords=high+viz+backpack

Much as that would probably do the job too.

 

[vickster]

I have edited my thread a bit. Looking at the yellow one - nylon right against back = Sweat sweat sweat

(get a pannier rack )

 

[RebornBumbler]

Use any backpack but carry one of these inside:

http://www.evanscycles.com/products/vaude/backpack-raincover-15-30l-ec046880

(They do a smaller one too)

 

[Sharky]

Never use a back pack. Always let the bike carry the weight. Only exceptions when very short journey and a temporary situation.

Keith

 

[rb58]

Got mine from Sports Direct. Karrimor. Meets all your criteria, except perhaps being cool. About £30 or so and has lasted very well.

 

[w00hoo_kent]

I've just plumped for one of these. http://www.trespass.com/deimos-01893 you can get them at almost full price from Amazon, or half price from Trespass so I'd go with Trespass (half price is £36).

Not reflective, but does have a hydration pack option, I reckon a laptop would fit (although not designed specifically for one so you'd want to check) holds itself away from your back, good padding on the waist strap and a reasonable chest strap. Comes with its own waterproof cover in a pocket in the bottom, replace it with a reflective Hump one and sorted for reflective. Only downside I've found is that is that it interferes with my lid when I want to put my head right back, I'll just ride without the helmet if I use it, so that's simple. Probably won't foul a smaller lid either, mine comes a long way down the back of my head.

 

[geekinaseat]

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Lowe-Alpine-Airzone-Daypack-Pumpkin/dp/B00AYFNZLC

I can squeeze in a laptop, charger and change of clothes with shoes (I really mean squeeze, with no laptop it wouldnt be a problem)
Waterproof cover (high viz in the orange and black colour - not sure about the others)
Sits way off your back allowing lots of airflow
I went for the smallest size as most days all I carry is my laptop but i think they do larger ones if you want a bit more space

 

[Klassikbike]

Shimano is quite new in the bag business, but my they are good. Plenty of pockets and fit very well + at least I think they look great.
http://www.shimano-lifestylegear.com/eu/bg/products/index.phpThey are also available on amazon http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=tsukinist

 

[The Rover]

I've ordered one of these and will be collecting it later today although it'll be a few weeks before I can road test it due to an injury. I think Amazon sell them as well.

Must add though, I don't think it ticks the " looks cool " request!

Cheers Stuart

http://www.halfords.com/cycling/accessories/bags-baskets/proviz-nightrider-rucksack-30l