My main question is what makes a backpack "cycling specific" and what advantage would I have with that one over the other if any?
for someplace like Glendale Cal LA I would think something with a Mesh back and separated standing away from the body of the bag would be more comfortable
As the sweaty T shirt would be able to evaporate thru the Mesh..
up here a waxed canvas bag , backpack with a sternum strap is what my comrade uses.. ( prior Surface 3 is what he has). uses wi-fi at our favorite bar