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Offline AlekStooge

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Riding backpack
« on: September 28, 2016, 05:45:59 AM »
I recently got a Kriega. It's great, solidly made and doesn't fatigue you.

Anyone use any other nice riding backpacks?
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Re: Riding backpack
« Reply #1 on: September 28, 2016, 06:17:52 AM »
I have a trunk but carry backpack in it for emergencies. 

When I really need backpack, I just use M.O.L.E. three day or something like that.
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Re: Riding backpack
« Reply #2 on: September 28, 2016, 07:52:50 AM »
Man, I have been looking for a decent backpack to commute with in forever. Right now I am using an old North Face Day pack that is looking seriously ratty and about to disintegrate any day.
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Re: Riding backpack
« Reply #3 on: September 28, 2016, 10:34:08 AM »
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Re: Riding backpack
« Reply #4 on: September 28, 2016, 12:24:13 PM »
I have a "ful" - expandable/contractable, small enough and big enough at the same time.  It's a runner's camelback, basically, but very nice.

Looking at their website it looks like they don't make it anymore. :(

Edit:  I fit a new battery, 2 bottles of wine and a new bike cover in this thing along with my regular carry-able stuff.  It looks small but it fits plenty.

P.P.S. - It's about 7" wide - so no parachute.
« Last Edit: September 28, 2016, 02:42:25 PM by Gene »
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Re: Riding backpack
« Reply #5 on: September 28, 2016, 01:32:59 PM »
I have not found one that does not act like a parachute.  Would like to see some pics of what you got.
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Offline 700504

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Re: Riding backpack
« Reply #6 on: September 28, 2016, 01:53:00 PM »
Chrome messenger bag, medium size or 'citizen' as they call it. Never parachutes, lightweight and comfy, and you can strap to your seat or use it as a saddlebag. I've been using the same one for about 8 years now.
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Re: Riding backpack
« Reply #7 on: September 28, 2016, 03:28:35 PM »
The zipper on my old Nike backpack has an annoying habit of undoing itself as I'm riding along. A few weeks ago I got home to find I'd lost three pizzas. The kids were not happy.
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Re: Riding backpack
« Reply #8 on: September 28, 2016, 03:46:57 PM »
Quote from: chewbacca5000 on September 28, 2016, 01:32:59 PM
I have not found one that does not act like a parachute.  Would like to see some pics of what you got.
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Re: Riding backpack
« Reply #9 on: September 28, 2016, 03:57:32 PM »
I bungee mine to the pass seat, its large and hold a fair amount of gear and stuff, but would be horrible to wear while riding.
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Re: Riding backpack
« Reply #10 on: September 28, 2016, 04:16:18 PM »
I've never worn one as every store I've been to acts like you're either a shoplifter or a terrorist for having one.
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Re: Riding backpack
« Reply #11 on: September 28, 2016, 04:56:35 PM »
Quote from: eigenvector on September 28, 2016, 04:16:18 PM
I've never worn one as every store I've been to acts like you're either a shoplifter or a terrorist for having one.
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Re: Riding backpack
« Reply #12 on: September 28, 2016, 04:57:41 PM »
This is what i wear, but generally i prefer the trunk or tank bag to anything on me.
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