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05-04-07, 02:32 AM
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Originally Posted by Frugle
....wow, nice bike but..why not just a backpack/back briefcase?
I assume it must be things that are needed for work.
05-04-07, 05:28 AM
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That gear's not good for your drivetrain, you know.
05-04-07, 08:23 AM
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Originally Posted by grahny
All you need is a bento box and you'll have all the bags covered 
I take a more streamlined approach though. Drive in Monday morning with the bike in the Car, and clothes for the week. Then ride the bike back and forth from there. That way I can commute on my road bike with no bag.
Of course your apporach has the advantage of creating a buying opportunity for a new bike!
