Rucksacks

[mrmistoffelee...]

Can anyone recommend a decent commuting rucksack?

I need to carry Macbook Pro 15" A Surface Pro , chargers etc.
Probably a change of clothes (jeans, t shirt etc.)

Will be doing 90miles a day (as soon as i past my test that is) so would like to be as confy as possible !!

Had a look but to be honest i dont know what go for !!

Thanks in advance

[DrDonnyBrago]

A top box would be more appropritate.

[Albigularis]

I use one of these - https://www.sportsdirect.com/karrimor-jura-35-rucksack-792081?colcode=79208103

Holds tons of stuff, feels nice and strong, additional straps to keep it secure onto you mean it wont flap about in high winds, waterproof cover is great and unlike most camping/hiking backpacks, it doesn't go up high enough to foul the back of your helmet.
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[jonbee56]

I use one if these.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B004YLG1P4/ref=mp_s_a_1_9?qid=1453981008&sr=1-9&pi=AC_SX220_SY330_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=boblbee

They certainly protect the laptop ....& your back. Strapping is excellent & comfortable, but the top hits your helmet if you are on a full sports bike.
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[Andy_Pagin]

I use a Karrimor, about fifteen quid from a sports shop, just about takes my huge and heavy Dell Latitude E5530 with loads of space left for sandwiches, waterproofs, tools etc.
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[chris-red]

They are a lot of money but I have a Boblbee Rucksack it is the bollocks. Mine has been in Daily use for 8ish years now, I've crashed in it several times too. It's showing it's age but perfectly serviceable.
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[Rogerborg]

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I'm eyeing up a Kriega R30 for when my current rucksack breaks...
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[Samsbike]

Personally I would not carry all that on my back as others have said.

However if you are feeling flush the Kriega R30 is very, very nice. I have the 20 one.

A better option maybe a really cheap rucksack for your clothes - say a smaller 20l one from sportsdirect and something like a Kriega 20 litre seatpack for your bike. The latter is also waterproof and relatively easy on and off.

[weasley]

I will never wear a rucksack when riding - a colleague of mine has been in a wheelchair for many years after (allegedly/apparently) breaking his back on one.

In the olden days, before topbox, I did use a rucksack but lashed it to the pillion seat tailpack-style using a luggage net and some of that stay-there-y-bastard foam matting stuff.

Or you could get a proper tailpack with the rucksack loops on it.

Or wear a rucksack - your choice but now with added opinion.
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[Evil Hans]

I have top-boxes on both my bikes now ( ) but before that I used one of these.

Air-back so it's not sweaty, and it's lasted really well - I've had mine about 4 years now, 2 years of that on the bike, and it's still going strong.
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[Albigularis]

There are also tail packs like so these which have straps built in to become backpacks when off the bike -

https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/206795

I had one of these which is the same idea, only much cheaper, comes with a waterproof cover - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BikeTEK-Bike-It-Motorbike-Luggage-Bag-Urbano-Tail-Pack-Tour-LUGTAL06-/281476044647?_trksid=p2141725.m3641.l6368. Holds approximately 32 cans of coke.
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[mjn51]

I have the Knox k-pack, it has served me well for the last couple of years, in all weathers, it has a daylong rain cover when need.
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[Kawasaki Jimbo]

I wouldn't balk at carrying a laptop in a rucksack but bulkier harder items would go into one of various sizes of waterproof stuff/roll-bags under a cargo net. I sold all my seat bags and soft panniers when I discovered these. Ubiquitous is the word.

I wear a rucksack on every ride and I rate the Deuter Futura 28L very highly. All the features you need, a good size for biking, very tough, not too high above the shoulder strap's top mount so it doesn't nudge your head, and the clever back design (key feature) is always comfortable.

[TheArchitect]

Kriega R25. Big enough for laptop and and other bits. Not so big that it's too bulky for everyday use. It's my ideal riding rucksack.

For comparison I've used the Karrimor bags as well as Overboard.
- The Karrimor is ok but not super protective of your expensive laptop. It's a nice cheap option for occasional use.
- Overboard is solid and 100% waterproof but I found it lacked comfort on longer rides. Ideal for short sub-1hour commutes however..
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[Pete.]

I have one of these, been using it in all conditions for about 5 years now. It's been through hell and back and remains waterproof. Went over the bonnet of a car with my laptop inside and both survived. Very comfy to wear too with a thick padded liner against your back. What I like about it is the inside panel un-zips to give access to the insides without opening the top, so if you have something like a map to keep dry without screwing it up you can un-zip the panel and slip it in flat.

https://en.halfar.com/promotional-bags/courier-backpacks.html

This is the same thing at Amazon but out of stock. If anyone can find one for sale I want to buy another.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Eco-Backroller-Halfar-COURIER-Rucksack-x/dp/B00BZ1QRM8

EDIT: FOUND AND ORDERED: https://r.ebay.com/5AJsYL
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[andyscooter]

read sig for info on my carrying method

also keeps me dry when its wet and warm when its cold
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[wots]

I have this https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/281603224116

In fact I have a 20 Litre I bought first, then bought the 30 litre.

It is comfier to wear than a Kriega R30 with the quad lock system, which I also have. The Overboard still has extra horizontal straps but it feels more comfortable (even with a bit of weight in it).

In addition, I had my macbook pro in there, in a hard slip class thing. And a couple of other bits, when a car ran into the left side of me, I bounced off the bonnet, rolled down the road a few times. Everything in there was fine. Crucially, I believe I incurred no further injury because of that (which people are concerned about), in fact I think it helped with my back.

Fully waterproof, mine is only starting to 'hole' at the bottom in the inside because I put too much crap in there loose.

It also has an inside pocket with a hard liner, handy for a phone/wallet or things you don't want sloshing about with the rest in there.
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[WULFSTAN]

After years with a big rucksack trust me your better with a top box.
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[Val]

I do not like the idea of having rucksack strapped on my back. And it is not comfty at all.

And I hate top boxes for two reasons. Not good on motorway speeds. Getting on and off is major PITA.

Hence I use tail pack. The most comfortable solution for me.

Straps nicely on the pillion seat and holds my 15" huge work laptop, clothes, shoes and more. It is 52L. Has huge central central compartment. One separate compartment on each side and three other external pockets. Comes with waterproof bags for each:

https://www.bykebitz.co.uk/motorcycle-luggage/motorcycle-tail-packs/large-motorcycle-tail-packs/jofama-bag.html

It cost £89.

Note good top box with decent max load of 10kg like Givi V47NN Monokey or Maxxia 4, costs around £200 for the box only. Add mounting plates etc and the cost goes easily around £300.

Most low level top boxes say Givi E470N Monolock although big in volume have very low max load around 3kg. Means heavy laptop plus chargers and other stuff are not save in it because you will overload it.
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