Originally Posted by
Hub Spanner
I agree...too early to worry about accessories, especially racks. Your downhill commute to work means a backpack will be fine for now.
I strongly disagree.
How much does a rack cost? In stead of sweating all the way, you just put your backpack on the rack. I wouldn't ride a bicycle that doesn't have a rack unless no alternative was available. On a hot day, I often take my shirt off on climbs, and stuff it all in the backpack, so I sweat less.