School backpack on a rack?
09-19-22, 01:54 PM
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School backpack on a rack?
My son rides about 6 mile each way to school. Right now he wears a heavy backpack with his laptop, books, binders, swim clothes and whatnot. I want a way for him to be able to put his backpack on a front or rear rack or basket. The big caveat being he has to be able to snatch it off the bike and onto his back in about 1 second flat. That is about how much time he typically has when he gets to school before the bell rings. He is on a MTB with front suspension. Does anyone have any ideas?
09-19-22, 02:16 PM
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Attach a milk crate to the rear rack, and place the backpack in it.
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I also vote for a basket approach. The front fork makes this a bit tricky, I guess.
Saw this on the internet. Might be worth a try?
Saw this on the internet. Might be worth a try?
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09-20-22, 02:37 AM
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basket approach is the most cost effective way.
yolo way $525 with bag
https://www.tailfin.cc/product/panni...v=7516fd43adaa
yolo way $525 with bag
https://www.tailfin.cc/product/panni...v=7516fd43adaa
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Here's what I do.
Here's an earlier version. It didn't have the D-Clips, but due to the bag's pear-shape, it stayed in place.
If a backpack has just one hole per side a knotted loop could hold a D-clip. Or of there is some sort of short strap. It just depends on the bag. If the material is strong enough, grommets could be added.
Here's an earlier version. It didn't have the D-Clips, but due to the bag's pear-shape, it stayed in place.
If a backpack has just one hole per side a knotted loop could hold a D-clip. Or of there is some sort of short strap. It just depends on the bag. If the material is strong enough, grommets could be added.
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I vote back. Done!
Or get him a pannier backpack. They snap off.
Consult him before getting him a milk crate. Fashion is important.
Or get him a pannier backpack. They snap off.
Consult him before getting him a milk crate. Fashion is important.
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6 miles is a long way away for school, dang
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Rack & Pannier Backpack
My son rides about 6 mile each way to school. Right now he wears a heavy backpack with his laptop, books, binders, swim clothes and whatnot. I want a way for him to be able to put his backpack on a front or rear rack or basket. The big caveat being he has to be able to snatch it off the bike and onto his back in about 1 second flat. That is about how much time he typically has when he gets to school before the bell rings. He is on a MTB with front suspension. Does anyone have any ideas?
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Use a Wald #198 basket securely strapped to a rear rack.
I been using a similar basket setup this way for years. Works great for exactly your son's scenario.
If the backpack needs a wider basket, use a Wald #1372, plus a carabiner for extra security.
I been using a similar basket setup this way for years. Works great for exactly your son's scenario.
If the backpack needs a wider basket, use a Wald #1372, plus a carabiner for extra security.
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09-27-22, 05:02 PM
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Install a rear rack on his bike. Plenty of backpacks that are rack-friendly to choose from. Make sure you buy one that's waterproof - cost a little more but it's worth the money and these things last forever.
