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BS87, Camelback back packs are kinda small.
I use a Chrome backpack. Two straps distribute the load better than a single strap messenger bag. The only advantages to a messenger bag vs. backpack is the ability to access the contents without taking the bag off and the fact that you can put a Xerox box in a large messenger bag.
I use a Chrome backpack. Two straps distribute the load better than a single strap messenger bag. The only advantages to a messenger bag vs. backpack is the ability to access the contents without taking the bag off and the fact that you can put a Xerox box in a large messenger bag.
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That ... and the fact that a backpack will also reduce your back's sweating and venting capacity ... this is only important if you ride hard and sweat hard ... for casual commuting for a few miles it doesn't matter and a backpack is handier for those occasions because you do not have to pack and unpack it from your bike all the time.
So basicly it all depends on how much weight and for how long.
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Would really only be 1 to 3 pounds (+ the weight of the pack), and I don't sweat a lot (never have). I would be doing everything from short trips to day trips, but no one distance consistently.
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I ride with a backpack almost everyday. I like the ones with suspended mesh backs. Sternum straps are really nice to have as well.
I've a backpack, panniers and a trailer. I've used all three at once before but typically just the pack to work and back and plenty of other rides.
Backpacks suck because your back gets sweaty. Cheap/lame backpacks suffer from lots of other problems. Ones with straight straps are uncomfortable on the shoulders and are sometimes difficult to keep on your shoulders while walking. Ones without suspended backs are less comfy too.
Panniers suck because they make bikes harder to get through doors, up stairwells, onto hooks, etc. While riding they make unweighting your rear wheel and bunnyhopping futile exercises.
Trailers suck because they're hard to park at the bike racks sometimes and pretty much impossible to take on public transportation. For most trailers, you can pretty much add all the pannier suckage to the trailer suckage too.
I've a backpack, panniers and a trailer. I've used all three at once before but typically just the pack to work and back and plenty of other rides.
Backpacks suck because your back gets sweaty. Cheap/lame backpacks suffer from lots of other problems. Ones with straight straps are uncomfortable on the shoulders and are sometimes difficult to keep on your shoulders while walking. Ones without suspended backs are less comfy too.
Panniers suck because they make bikes harder to get through doors, up stairwells, onto hooks, etc. While riding they make unweighting your rear wheel and bunnyhopping futile exercises.
Trailers suck because they're hard to park at the bike racks sometimes and pretty much impossible to take on public transportation. For most trailers, you can pretty much add all the pannier suckage to the trailer suckage too.
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No seriously ... it's a TT-bike alright
I did search for a TT-forum but I couldn't find one on this site.
I found the "triathlon" forum, but I don't feel at home there since they speak about triathlon races, swimming, running, etc ...
Also triathlon is an endurance long distance sport whereas timetrial is just one very long sprint.
If you don't mind I'll stay here
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Sweating depends on the intensity of the biking aswell as on the person doing the biking
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I ride with a backpack almost everyday. I like the ones with suspended mesh backs. Sternum straps are really nice to have as well.
I've a backpack, panniers and a trailer. I've used all three at once before but typically just the pack to work and back and plenty of other rides.
Backpacks suck because your back gets sweaty. Cheap/lame backpacks suffer from lots of other problems. Ones with straight straps are uncomfortable on the shoulders and are sometimes difficult to keep on your shoulders while walking. Ones without suspended backs are less comfy too.
Panniers suck because they make bikes harder to get through doors, up stairwells, onto hooks, etc. While riding they make unweighting your rear wheel and bunnyhopping futile exercises.
Trailers suck because they're hard to park at the bike racks sometimes and pretty much impossible to take on public transportation. For most trailers, you can pretty much add all the pannier suckage to the trailer suckage too.
I've a backpack, panniers and a trailer. I've used all three at once before but typically just the pack to work and back and plenty of other rides.
Backpacks suck because your back gets sweaty. Cheap/lame backpacks suffer from lots of other problems. Ones with straight straps are uncomfortable on the shoulders and are sometimes difficult to keep on your shoulders while walking. Ones without suspended backs are less comfy too.
Panniers suck because they make bikes harder to get through doors, up stairwells, onto hooks, etc. While riding they make unweighting your rear wheel and bunnyhopping futile exercises.
Trailers suck because they're hard to park at the bike racks sometimes and pretty much impossible to take on public transportation. For most trailers, you can pretty much add all the pannier suckage to the trailer suckage too.
Trailer is great when I am picking up a cart load of groceries and really bulky stuff.
And for winter hauling I use my extra bike which has fixed bags and is too big to carry up a flight of stairs.
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I could still put an acera MTB group on it and call it a hybrid
No seriously ... it's a TT-bike alright
I did search for a TT-forum but I couldn't find one on this site.
I found the "triathlon" forum, but I don't feel at home there since they speak about triathlon races, swimming, running, etc ...
Also triathlon is an endurance long distance sport whereas timetrial is just one very long sprint.
If you don't mind I'll stay here
No seriously ... it's a TT-bike alright
I did search for a TT-forum but I couldn't find one on this site.
I found the "triathlon" forum, but I don't feel at home there since they speak about triathlon races, swimming, running, etc ...
Also triathlon is an endurance long distance sport whereas timetrial is just one very long sprint.
If you don't mind I'll stay here
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Before doing that I'd slap some riser bars on it and add a rack and panniers.
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Yeah, just do it and post the photos on the Road Cycling Forum. It's a very beautiful evening, I'd just love to see the westward sky light up with flames.
Maybe you could even outdo the World's Greatest Madone: https://2.bp.blogspot.com/_wb8bAl1P-N.../s1600-h/world
Very nice TT bike, congrats.
Maybe you could even outdo the World's Greatest Madone: https://2.bp.blogspot.com/_wb8bAl1P-N.../s1600-h/world
Very nice TT bike, congrats.
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Sweet ride! Congrats!
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Hey all - First (and a half) posts - Attachments got away from me. First nice day in a row in Vermont. Just got 2 hybrids. Both Trek 7300's - hers is the WSD. Got the LBS to put on the racks, brake lights, fenders, and kick stands. Love seeing the pictures of the bikes. Building up stamina - we're late 50's and 60. Did 10 miles last Sunday. Looking forward, very much, to summer this year. Thanks for being here. Clifford in Champlain Valley, Vermont.
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My tyres had worn through and ready to blow. I was waiting for some replacement 23mm to come into stock so had to put my old 28mm (which I had in the cupboard) on this morning. I kind of like the change.
As you know it:
And as of now:
As you know it:
And as of now:
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Yes I'm anxious to be able to see the difference aswell ... it'll take time though since the dura ace bar end 10sp shifters are out of stock and i'll have to wait for a few weeks to get my hands on them.
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This is my first bike that I just picked up from craigslist. I know absolutely nothing about bicycles at this moment and maybe you can tell me more about this. It is an Ironhorse "urban" 7 speed. Previous owner said he upgraded the wheels (fronts are Weinmann Zac and rear are something I cannot remember) and put on Specialized Armarillo Nimbus tires. I weight the bike and it is 27lbs. So do I have a decent bike or is this a generic junker?
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This is my first bike that I just picked up from craigslist. I know absolutely nothing about bicycles at this moment and maybe you can tell me more about this. It is an Ironhorse "urban" 7 speed. Previous owner said he upgraded the wheels and put on Specialized Armarillo Nimbus tires. I weight the bike and it is 27lbs.
Just ride lots for now though
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Well ... It's something in between but definately not junk.
As jbc said the most important thing if you're new to biking is to ride a lot and get the hang of it.
Do not change too much or buy too much until you have some milage on ... once you know your riding style, speed, comfort level, preferred terrain etc ... then you'll know if you want to upgrade and what to upgrade to.
Welcome to the forum
As jbc said the most important thing if you're new to biking is to ride a lot and get the hang of it.
Do not change too much or buy too much until you have some milage on ... once you know your riding style, speed, comfort level, preferred terrain etc ... then you'll know if you want to upgrade and what to upgrade to.
Welcome to the forum