Joined: Jul 2016
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From: Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, UK
Bikes: Gitane Course, Paris Sport, Peugeot AO8, Peugeot Bretagne, Peugeot Premiere 85, Peugeot Premiere 86, Peugeot ANC Halfords Team Replica, Peugeot Festina Team Replica, Motobecane Grand Sport, Motobecane Super 15, Raleigh Pro Race, Raleigh Stratos, BSA
Congrats on your first commute! Hopefully the first of many safe journeys.
About the backpack - I have to drive in every few days, so I take a bag with a week's clean clothes when I do. Saves hauling in a backpack, as you say it's not pleasant especially in hot weather.