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Old 09-04-07, 11:41 PM
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I don't think a backpack is impossible, as long as it weighs under 10 pounds, and you can get a lot of gear in a ten pound pack. Lots of people carry packs every hour they cycle.

I would, however, mount a rear rack. I think a rear rack can be mounted on any bike. You may have to get clever to avoid heel strike. There are front racks to fit any wheel config, unfortunately some of them are expensive. Another option is a touring bike fork, with eyelets, there are some deals out there I think Nashbar has one for 10 bucks, just be sure the crown height is OK, the tube is the correct diameter, and you can get the crown race cut. Another option might be to make a bracket that could be hung from the current axle, and is threaded for a front rack. That would invove 2 holes and a tap.
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