Panniers -- and loving it!
01-09-07, 09:16 AM
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Panniers -- and loving it!
After being a messenger bag man since starting my commuting last spring, I took the plunge into rack/pannier world. I love it! I admit, I had to get over the geek factor of having bags attached to the bike, but now that I have them, it is well worth it. I can't wait for warmer temps now and not having a sauna on my back. Count me as one more convert.
01-09-07, 10:06 AM
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Welcome to the club. [Troll]Anyone who uses a messenger bag or backpack is a fool.[/Troll]
The difference in hot weather is terrific. Enjoy.
The difference in hot weather is terrific. Enjoy.
01-09-07, 03:11 PM
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Twice I have had my panniers get caught in my rear wheel. My commute is only 10 miles, so I'm a backpack commuter. (When I carry stuff).
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Originally Posted by capejohn
Twice I have had my panniers get caught in my rear wheel. My commute is only 10 miles, so I'm a backpack commuter. (When I carry stuff).
The only time something has gone into my rear spokes was when I had an empty soft-side cooler tied to the side of the rack, with a full water bottle hanging off the back of it. Water bottle got wedged between the spokes and the rack and ripped open. I coasted to a stop and pulled it out and threw it away.
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Originally Posted by capejohn
Twice I have had my panniers get caught in my rear wheel. My commute is only 10 miles, so I'm a backpack commuter. (When I carry stuff).
01-09-07, 04:33 PM
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Originally Posted by capejohn
Twice I have had my panniers get caught in my rear wheel. My commute is only 10 miles, so I'm a backpack commuter. (When I carry stuff).
