This was my second day (and 2nd straight day) sporting a new rack and pannier combo. Yesterday there was a bit of an adjustment to the increased weight on the back of the bike. There was also an unsettling rattling noise, which I later figured and confirmed was my u-lock bouncing around in the pannier. I wasn't sure yesterday how I felt about the new set up, but today it felt far more comfortable. I also made sure to back the u-lock securely so it didn't rattle in the bag.

The ride back was hot and there was smoke from forest fires blowing a haze over the city. Also with it being the 4th of July, the streets were oddly empty and even quiet. All and all with the smokey haze the ride had a bit of a surreal quality.