vickster
Squire
P clips, seat post clamp, seat post rack
Communting Backpack
- Thread starter robbo891
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Elybazza61
Guru
Fair enough but also the op may not want lots of stuff clamped to the bike(esp a seat post rack on a carbon post maybe);think some sort of small pack would be a more flexible option especially if the op only has one bike which may be used for other things.If he has a dedicated commuter then panniers would make sense.
potsy
Rambler
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- My Armchair
The guy has come here looking for advice on communting rucksacks, why are people trying to get him to use panniers? 
potsy
Rambler
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- My Armchair
Yes I realise that, wasn't having a go, just seen a lot of threads where people come in seemingly knowingly what type of thing they want but are just looking for the best examples.
I only ride with panniers or large saddle type bags so am no help choosing a rucksack for riding, even walking I hate the sweaty back feel of wearing one but am not as bothered then.
jefmcg
Guru
Unless @robbo891 is close to retirement I'd suggest buying a second pair of work shoes and trainers so you can leave one at each site. It's not really an extravagance, as both pairs will need replacing eventually, and this is just buying them early. Also check out microfibre towels from travel shops.
Carry more every than most people need for a weekend away - I'd expect most travellers to only carry one pair of shoes in addition to the ones they are wearing, and no towel - seems mad.
The wingman looks fabulous, but I'm not sure you'd get two pairs of shoes in there with everything else. It also seems primarily designed for protecting the contents, I suspect it might move quite a lot when you go onto the drops.
+1 for panniers. I'm actually surprised only one person has mentioned it. Backpacks on bikes have their place, but 2 complete changes of clothes, a towel and sundries every day?
Carry more every than most people need for a weekend away - I'd expect most travellers to only carry one pair of shoes in addition to the ones they are wearing, and no towel - seems mad.
The wingman looks fabulous, but I'm not sure you'd get two pairs of shoes in there with everything else. It also seems primarily designed for protecting the contents, I suspect it might move quite a lot when you go onto the drops.
+1 for panniers. I'm actually surprised only one person has mentioned it. Backpacks on bikes have their place, but 2 complete changes of clothes, a towel and sundries every day?
robbo891
Active Member
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- North East
That wingman is pretty neat but not a chance i would pay that kind of money for that.
panniers are a great shout and sensible option and I was aware of them but not a chance i would fit them to my bikes. unless i was camping. Im far to cool for panniers lol. Will save them for when im 60 haha.
I still have not purchased a rucksack but as mentioned from another poster i have left gym shoes and office boy shoes at both places of work now which lightens the load massively.
I also use a microfibre towel which is brilliant and folds into the size of a postage stamp!!!
i am still on the lookout for a decent backpack and i think the karrimor urban or regatta survivor II should fit the bill.
roll on the dark nights and the cold weather ey. I love winter commuting
thanks for all the great replies everyone!!
panniers are a great shout and sensible option and I was aware of them but not a chance i would fit them to my bikes. unless i was camping. Im far to cool for panniers lol. Will save them for when im 60 haha.
I still have not purchased a rucksack but as mentioned from another poster i have left gym shoes and office boy shoes at both places of work now which lightens the load massively.
I also use a microfibre towel which is brilliant and folds into the size of a postage stamp!!!
i am still on the lookout for a decent backpack and i think the karrimor urban or regatta survivor II should fit the bill.
roll on the dark nights and the cold weather ey. I love winter commuting
thanks for all the great replies everyone!!
robbo891
Active Member
- Location
- North East
I like the look of this but I cannot find any reviews or open pictures of it? Do you recommend it?
jefmcg
Guru
flake99please
We all scream for ice cream
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- Edinburgh
I use an Osprey Escapist 25l with a similar load to what you've described on my commute. Zip goes around from 8 o'clock position to 4 o'clock position over the top.
Scotchlovingcylist
Formerly known as Speedfreak
I really recommended it. Its really hardwearing, showerproof and really is cavernous. It stays in place once on your back and is comfortable.
I couldn't find any reviews either and it was a bit of an impulse buy but I'm glad I went for it