Originally Posted by
mdilthey
I saw a warning on a photography forum that bike racks are subject to high-frequency vibration that can ruin cameras, in which case I'd absolutely wear a backpack (it's not THAT bad, it's just a backpack, you sweat anyways...). Has anyone heard anything to corroborate camera safety as a reason to use a bag?
I think it would depend on how you've packed your camera gear and where you're touring. There are ways to pack your gear so you're cushioning the most fragile items. Of course this would also mean it would be harder to get at your camera, but it could be an option. Alternately, take a less fancy camera with you on a bike trip and store it in a case in your handlebar bag. It's there when you need it. Or, if you want to have the camera accessible all the time, strap it to your waist and have the rest of your gear on the bike. Depending on how you've positioned the camera, it shouldn't interfere with your riding and it will be there whenever you want.