4 miles is nothing. Get a messenger bag so you can actually carry your stuff to class or around campus if you see some friends.
Originally Posted by
huerro
I do...well, I did. The new bike's chain stays are too short and I've got no classes this semester.
My panniers have two d-rings on the back-top and I just clip on a shoulder strap from an old duffle and carry it to class. Worked great and much nicer on the bike when it was hot out.
Didnt see this post. That's a pretty sweet pannier setup.