Thread: lower back pain with heavy backpack
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Old 04-16-08, 12:24 PM
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Originally Posted by cupcrazy4
I've just started commuting (only 3 days so far, ~30km RT) and I'm using my backpack to carry my school books, lunch, and other stuff to and from class.

I've been noticing a lot of lower back pain while wearing the bag (the bag is fairly heavy). Will buying a messenger bag solve this problem? Or is it a bike fit problem?

thanks
A backpack is for use when you have run out of pannier and rack space and only for short distances (or with frequent stops to rest.)
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