Why Backpacks SUCK for Bike Commuting
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 ก.ค. 2024
- Thousands of bike commuters use backpacks to carry their stuff while riding every single day. And they're ALL fools! Here's the #1 reason why backpacks are terrible for bike commuting.
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did you just put your bike down with the derailleur side down? You're a crazy man.
Backpack or not, I get sweaty on my ride.
I know right?
A bag is bad, but jeans are good? 😕
Not really a problem. Dress for the destination. It is a commute ride.
Just wear a black shirt or bring a shirt for riding and change the shirt once you get to where you are trying to go
Instead I drive my Porsche to work with Gucci flip flops. Nobody dares to fire me for wearing that.
It helps if there's a locker for your clothes at work (as well as cleaning facilities). My commute is 45 minutes, so I arrive sweaty even without a backpack.
Thats what I used to do lol. Would bike 25 mins to work and change at work (I'd arrive earlier than my shift started).
My commute is an hour each way. Even if it was 10 minutes like yours I'd still have a shower after the ride. People who don't shower after a ride irrespective how long it takes will always smell.
Use a backpack that has a frame and ventilation mesh on your back like osprey stratos. Wear sportswear, not cotton. Bring a second shirt to change, if needed, also babywipes to get rid of swear.
I solved this by using the thinktank speed racer bag. Its what professional photographers carry in the field. You sling it over your shoulder and buckle it around your waist allowing airflow down your back. It can easily hold a lunch, a change of clothes plus all your personal affects. I might be the first to use one for cycling but because of it's tactical and rugged design I highly recommend giving it a try.
“I can see your chest”....point proven. You will sweat with or without a backpack. Perhaps buy better clothing for your commute to help wick away the sweat.
Put a rear rack, problem solved
The bad thing is that you wear wrong clothing. Jeans plus cotton shirt = too much sweat
Wtf? Man up, sister.
HTFU
I have used backpacks. I also used to use a huge courier bag and would put shopping in it. That put weight on me, which pushed my pelvic floor harder onto the saddle. I'm very much a convert to pannier bags.
Did you but the bike down on the derailleur side? I do like your videos ,keep it going. Thanks
yes, but gently
I recently swapped out my backpack for a Roswheel rear rack and Arkel pannier. I should have done this a long time ago. Life changing. Ok, maybe I’m overstating it a tad, but you get my point.
I never go anywhere without my Osprey in the Summer or my Timbuc2 messager bag in the Winter. I've never had a problem.
Get a pannier and put a shoulder strap, mount to your rear rack. Done. Or get a front pizza rack and attach your backpack there.
Backpacks trap too much heat in summet . I don't do it as to avoid heatstroke. When I bicycled to work I avoided the body odor thing . I would use a sponge or wet paper towel to wipe myself down then slap on some deodorant in the washroom when I arrived at work . I stayed away from garlicky foods and took extra socks and shirt in summer. I have a rack on on commuter bike and strap a backback to it with two bunji cords so its nice and quick to put on and take off.
I always have lower back pain when cycling with a bag on my back
Everyone complains about bull$hits and i though this video will be about lower back pain thats my only problem with it
Hahaha this is the comment im lookong for, im confused why i got backpain saddenly for a month, found out its because of backpack while biking
lol this is the type of guy who put body spray before playing a basketball game lol
I installed a rear bag carrier on my mtb, Also bought a bag fit for that carrier and it has strap on its buttom and a bag rain coat
That's why I tow a wheeled suitcase. Much more convenient than a stupid old rucksack.
What if you use a string bag with only a few things in it? Is that fine?
Yes
Umm... Osprey Radial.
Otherwise, ride a motorcycle/scooter to be perfectly sweat-less.
Uhmm I use a backpack to work and other places I go to with my bike and I don't have a issue with sweaty back ?
But why not ?
Uh to work I wear a dry pro shirt you know those shirts for 5$ at Wal-Mart and almost every clothing store sells them and I have a Xtra one and my uniform shirt in my backpack
So what is the solution? On a road bike without racks for bags and the need of space for a laptop? A big backpack and clothes for changing and soap n towel
You laid the bike drive side down?!?!?!
Maybe pack an extra shirt in your backpack to change into?
Great video but it made me cringe when you laid the bike down on the RHS ie crankset/derailleur side.
has it ever crossed your mind to just carry a separate shirt with you? you kno, like down in the backpack.....
I'd be showering anyway so the point is moot.
Life Behind Bars have the best cycling backpacks, you will not have those issues
Put an extra t shirt in your bag and get a smaller bag.
That is the giant bag 5th graders wear.
dutchdogdesign "britch" front rack
Still better than nothing though. I recently got myself some pannier adapter clips so I can hang mine on my pannier rack.
1:36 You don't know very much about bikes do you. You just laid your bike down on its drive side. That's an easy way to bend your rear derailleur.
How long is your commute (time & miles)?
I'm spoiled as my current commute is only 5 miles round trip. My previous commute to work was 8 miles one way.
Well made video. Loved it
As a dutchy I think I'm a pro at bike related problems. You should commute on a city bike where you can sit upwards, your back won't sweat that much, and bike at a slower pace, you sound out of breath.
places in America are too far apart from each other that you kind of have to bike fast to get there on time :(
Omafiets only work if you have to jump no curbs. Handling is really bad compared to a roadbike or fitness bike. You have easy bikelanes, we don't.
That padding is not ventilation
My tip, stay out of the door zone.
Good tip! I had a friend who had to get surgery on his hand after a crash with a car door that was swung open.
If you have a bag that big, you can easily put spare clothes in and a wash kit and have a wash at work or, get more physically fit so you wont sweat. Train hard fight easy👍
Ride a bike with a carrier rack on the back or a basket on the front/back. Even a removable seat post rack if you're someone who's too precious about your road bike.
Whatever.
Just put your backpack on the rack or basket and problem solved.
And make sure it's secured with some bungee cords or ties and pedal on........! 🚴♂️
I just change my shirt.
Looks like you just need a better backpack. The one you have isn’t the worst, but it’s no Osprey or Gregory.
I use the same Osprey backpack as my day hiking bag.
Could also just bring an extra shirt with you
I suggest a bike engine kit from amazon
calories will not burn then and you will not develop endurance.
Messenger bags? Or a little basket :)
What do you prefer between the two? I'm more a pannier guy.
@@Bicycle2Work I completely forgot about those bags! Pannier definitely seem like the better option.
@@SirGrant11788 +1 on the basket. On most days I can carry any bag/cargo as long as it fits inside it. I then use a pannier bag or two if I really need to haul a lot of stuff.
1:34
Kickstand: Am I a joke to you?
I don't think his bike has one
Yeah no kickstand... but he put it drive-side down. Your derailler, dude! 😬
more like, drivetrain, am I a joke to you....
My guy....you are in jeans...I'd rather have back sweat than swamp ass
Can you imagine cycling with backpack here in Indonesia ? 😅
Dude... You appear to go out of your way to pick the worst pack for riding a bike. This is a horrible and misguided video. One of the worst I have ever seen on TH-cam. I have tried almost every option available for commuting and a CORRECT fitting Backpack, suited for cycling, is ALWAYS my best option for Commuting in The Bay Area, California for MULTIPLE REASONS. TWO THUMBS DOWN!! You must be living in an isolated community, free from real life day-to-day situations one will certainly encounter in most cities. There is no singular ideal but, for most people, a WELL DESIGNED Backpack is one of the better options; perhaps overall best.