Originally Posted by
Hub Spanner
Probably hard to go wrong at that price point. How far is your commute? And how much stuff do you need to carry?
I have two different bicycle-specific backpacks -- a Timbuk 2 Swig and and a Banjo Brothers "Large Commuter".
I got each brand-new on ebay at a price point similar to yours...needed patience, though.
One nice thing about both my packs is that they are designed for "over-the-shoulder" backward glances when cycling...not sure if the frame pack you point to will block your view or not.
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hubspanner
only 12 miles each way. that's a good point about the sight line. i think the pack in the link narrower than the pack i'm currently using which is my son's school backpack. also, the pack above is only 25" tall. i'm 6'3". i could wear it low and it would still not be below my lower back. on the heavier days, i would have a full change of dress clothes including shoes and a full size bath towel. i have no need to protect a laptop on my commute. the large banjo is on my list. not sure i like the swig, though i don't think it's big enough for my needs. i do like the idea of a rain fly over a waterproof bag, as it will add to me being visible if i get caught in a downpour.