Originally Posted by
metz1295
after quite a bit of research, I've found that quality commuter backpacks are pretty expensive and the cheaper ones are pretty cheap. can't seem to find a versatile middle ground pack for a decent price. my thought now is to consider an internal frame hiking backpack. even the less expensive ones come with a rain fly whereas as a waterproof commuter back is heavy and more expensive. I can't really think of a downside to this. I would probably pull out the internal frame bars to save weight. here is the pack I'm closest to choosing at this point:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...pf_rd_i=507846
my son has a larger Teton pack that he uses for scouts and it works great. I have no reason to mistrust this brand.
thoughts?
I see a lot of people about Vancouver with hiking packs. They seems to get along okay. They just seems so top heavy and uncomfortable and I personally do not like the idea.
The compression on the seat and the wedding tackle and associated pinching and numbness seems like it would be an issue.
Otherwise, why not? No good reasons. It all come down to personal comfort and practicality and what works for you.