'HUMP' rucksack cover question

[TheBoyBilly]

Hi all, I have just bought a flourescent 'Hump' waterproof rucksack cover but it doesn't really sit right on my cheapo (but otherwise excellent) Black's rucksack because of the subtantial waist belt system. What brand/model of rucksack would you recommend for this cover...any thoughts? I only need a rucksack big enough for gym and lightweight shopping duties etc.

Cheers,

Bill

 

[gaz]

I use a Cammelback HOSS with my hump cover. This also has a waist band belt system but mine works fine with the hump..

 

[semislickstick]

Has anyone got any comments from others on the road because they have the word 'HUMP' on their back.

Always put me off.

 

[Bristol Dave]

I've got a cheapo 'pack that cost about £6 from Aldi or some-such place. The hump fits well but I'd recommend putting anything likely to suffer greatly from water contact in a plastic bag in the 'pack. Any run off down your back will soak into the 'pack.

BD

 

[hackbike 666]

Has anyone got any comments from others on the road because they have the word 'HUMP' on their back.

Always put me off.

Just going to say no then realised I don't use the "hump" one yet as it's a spare.

I generally have the hump though.

 

[Rohloff_Brompton_Rider]

Has anyone got any comments from others on the road because they have the word 'HUMP' on their back.

Always put me off.

can't believe i ever missed that one.

 

[neslon]

I use mine over one of edinburgh's revolution sacs (actually Vaude I think). Works fine, not been shagged wearing it yet.

 

[thomas]

My rucksack just came with a waterproof thing....and cost less than the Hump thing because it was in the sale ... ner nernerner

(it's not as shiny and bright thought)

 

[Norm]

I bought a HUMP cover. I tried it with all 4 of my rucksacks, it didn't fit well on any of them so I took it back and bought a rucksack with a built in cover and reflectives.

 

[BentMikey]

A better option might be to get the bike to carry your stuff rather than using a backpack.

 

[TheBoyBilly]

Thanks for the input guys, I do agree that the word HUMP emblazoned on your back leaves you open to a bit of ridicule but then as cyclists we should all have developed a thick skin towards abuse anyway. Far better to be seen in the first place. I think I am going to go down the Deuter bike range as these seem robust and have a thinner waist strap which shouldn't (I hope) get in the way of the cover, and allow a more water- resilient seal.

Thanks again,

Bill