Business casual commute - The Chainlink2024-03-28T09:02:19Zhttps://thechainlink.org/forum/topics/business-casual-commute?commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A1075215&xg_raw_resources=1&feed=yes&xn_auth=noGood! It is not just about th…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-09-12:2211490:Comment:10761052017-09-12T15:36:51.579ZTony Adamshttps://thechainlink.org/profile/TonyAdams
<p>Good! It is not just about the discomfort from heat created by a back-pack. (Otherwise one might think they are good idea in a Chicago winter?)</p>
<p>Keeping one's center of gravity as low as possible makes for better handling resulting in a ride that is both safer and more fun.</p>
<p>Good! It is not just about the discomfort from heat created by a back-pack. (Otherwise one might think they are good idea in a Chicago winter?)</p>
<p>Keeping one's center of gravity as low as possible makes for better handling resulting in a ride that is both safer and more fun.</p> Thanks.
Im totally over the…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-09-12:2211490:Comment:10762002017-09-12T12:13:25.298ZJasonhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/JasonJ
<p>Thanks.</p>
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<p>Im totally over the backpack thing, so after 10 years of commuting ill be converting over to panniers. </p>
<p>Thanks.</p>
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<p>Im totally over the backpack thing, so after 10 years of commuting ill be converting over to panniers. </p> cycling in general is better…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-09-11:2211490:Comment:10757962017-09-11T16:27:30.186ZTony Adamshttps://thechainlink.org/profile/TonyAdams
<p>cycling in general is better without a backpack</p>
<p>cycling in general is better without a backpack</p> HEre's an example. I used th…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-09-11:2211490:Comment:10755512017-09-11T16:25:50.037ZBrian Shttps://thechainlink.org/profile/BrianSobolak
<p>HEre's an example. I used this setup for a long time until I upgraded. (Note I haven't used this specific product, just sharing as an example/visual)…</p>
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<p>HEre's an example. I used this setup for a long time until I upgraded. (Note I haven't used this specific product, just sharing as an example/visual)</p>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0044U8W3E/ref=s9_acsd_zgift_hd_bw_bEHNt_c_x_w?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-6&pf_rd_r=0REGR9K3KDS79Z4A01DG&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=df4b1a7a-041b-544a-87d6-d9451ee55b2c&pf_rd_i=3403421" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0044U8W3E/ref=s9_acsd_zgift_hd_bw_bEHNt_c_x_w?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-6&pf_rd_r=0REGR9K3KDS79Z4A01DG&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=df4b1a7a-041b-544a-87d6-d9451ee55b2c&pf_rd_i=3403421</a></p>
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<p>I would echo the others that bike commuting is better without a backpack. You get less sweaty, regardless of season. And if you add a hi-viz vest, it still is visible. But not a strict requirement.</p>
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<p>Have fun! Check in and let us know how it's going!</p> Google "Dutch pannier bags" a…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-09-11:2211490:Comment:10755502017-09-11T15:11:06.444ZDavid P.https://thechainlink.org/profile/DavidAPertuz
Google "Dutch pannier bags" and you'll find examples.
Google "Dutch pannier bags" and you'll find examples. What are some examples of thi…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-09-09:2211490:Comment:10755432017-09-09T23:27:11.613ZJasonhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/JasonJ
<p>What are some examples of this setup? </p>
<p>I dont even know how to look this up.</p>
<p>What are some examples of this setup? </p>
<p>I dont even know how to look this up.</p> There are some relatively che…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-09-09:2211490:Comment:10757892017-09-09T19:24:49.332ZMike Muczynakihttps://thechainlink.org/profile/MikeMuczynaki
There are some relatively cheap pannier-type saddle bags that go over the rear rack and are connected in the middle. I like this setup for commuting. They just stay on the bike, and allow you to drop in any bag you like on each side. If you need to bring a nice briefcase or other bag, you just drop it in. Same for the unexpected stop at the store . They come with a big top flap that is waterproof an open and close with a single snap buckle. Very convenient.
There are some relatively cheap pannier-type saddle bags that go over the rear rack and are connected in the middle. I like this setup for commuting. They just stay on the bike, and allow you to drop in any bag you like on each side. If you need to bring a nice briefcase or other bag, you just drop it in. Same for the unexpected stop at the store . They come with a big top flap that is waterproof an open and close with a single snap buckle. Very convenient. Great ventilation is okay for…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-09-07:2211490:Comment:10753052017-09-07T15:01:54.028ZTom A.K.https://thechainlink.org/profile/TomKrystyn
Great ventilation is okay for summer, loose shorts/shirts, but right now I'm starting to wear layers. Winter is coming! BooHa!
Great ventilation is okay for summer, loose shorts/shirts, but right now I'm starting to wear layers. Winter is coming! BooHa! Hmmm... I don't think my girl…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-09-07:2211490:Comment:10753902017-09-07T14:54:09.424ZErnesto Lubehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/ErnestoMartinezOrdaz
<p>Hmmm... I don't think my girlfriend would appreciate that I put on her clothes. I for sure rip them as I try to put them on. And her dresses, I don't think the zipper will close on my back. </p>
<p>I'll go to Uniqlo during lunch and try some skirts on ;) </p>
<p>Hmmm... I don't think my girlfriend would appreciate that I put on her clothes. I for sure rip them as I try to put them on. And her dresses, I don't think the zipper will close on my back. </p>
<p>I'll go to Uniqlo during lunch and try some skirts on ;) </p> Everyone should just wear dre…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-09-07:2211490:Comment:10752302017-09-07T14:46:00.172Zkbhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/KathrynBrayton
<p>Everyone should just wear dresses and skirts, great ventilation! </p>
<p>Everyone should just wear dresses and skirts, great ventilation! </p>