I don't want panniers, so...

[lee1980sim]

OK so I have a rucksack / backpack, whatever you want to call it but I'm getting a tad annoyed with the sweaty back etc so I was wondering if anyone has any experience of the seat post mounted things to carry backpacks or any ideas on something similar

 

[lee1980sim]

http://www.amazon.co.uk/AMOS-Universal-Bicycle-Backpack-Mountain/dp/B00EPDNR08

That's what I'm on about, it wouldn't let me post the link previously, I think my phones fallen out with me

 

[shouldbeinbed]

Have a look at the Carradice SQR system.

 

[Pikey]

Or the topeak dynapac.

 

[vickster]

It's often said that seatpost mounted racks are swingy, although I do know someone who used for commenting, albeit with ortlieb panniers

You can't use with a carbon seatpost however, and they have quite a low load limit, so depends how much you are carrying

Fixed rack plus trunk bag, with or without foldy out pockets, like the Topeak systems

 

[KneesUp]

If you want to continue using your existing back pack but not putting it on your back, the above suggestions won't help. I have previously tried to increase the carrying capacity of my rear rack by lashing my rucksack to the top -one thing I would say is it's a pain to get all the straps and buckles out of the way.

The solution you've linked too will obviously raise the centre of gravity of your bike a fair bit compared to panniers, but less so than if you had it on your back I suppose.

 

[Angry Blonde]

Could put your backpack, on your front ?

 

[lee1980sim]

It's often said that seatpost mounted racks are swingy, although I do know someone who used for commenting, albeit with ortlieb panniers

You can't use with a carbon seatpost however, and they have quite a low load limit, so depends how much you are carrying

Fixed rack plus trunk bag, with or without foldy out pockets, like the Topeak systems

just what I needed to know, thanks!

If you want to continue using your existing back pack but not putting it on your back, the above suggestions won't help. I have previously tried to increase the carrying capacity of my rear rack by lashing my rucksack to the top -one thing I would say is it's a pain to get all the straps and buckles out of the way.

The solution you've linked too will obviously raise the centre of gravity of your bike a fair bit compared to panniers, but less so than if you had it on your back I suppose.

I don't carry that much so the weight / centre of gravity shouldn't be affected that much, really not wanting panniers as the rack will get in the way of the weehoo when I take my son out, whereas i could essentially leave the above link on, those damned gates / \ and zig-zag passes are extremely awkward to get through as it is nevermind with reduced manouverabilty

 

[lee1980sim]

Could put your backpack, on your front ?

I've thought about your suggestion and I've decided against this idea

 

[helston90]

I have a Topeak Dynapack which is like a seatpost mounted pod. I've never noticed it swaying around, although I don't push the weight limit!
The only time I know is there is the little jump it gives over speed bumps.
I carry spare tube/ levers/ repair kit/ multi tool and pump in the lid, then the main section has keys/ wallet/ lunch or clothes (but not both- you have to take your pick)/ swipe card and work phone.
It's not waterproof (and nor is the waterproof pouch that you can put around it) so usual rules of carrier bags apply.
Very discreet bracket on my seat post which is position so that I can get a normal saddlebag on for leisure rides when I don't want the big one.

 

[downfader]

Weirdly there are commuters I regualrly see down here who do put the rucka on their front. No Idea why..

I also concur... those panels that attach to the seat post are a bit wobbly. I know from a rider at work that he suggested the seatpost clamps arent always the best too.

If you don't want to fit a proper rack there are saddle bags that are slightly bigger - I think up to 8 litres or so. Carradice iirc again used to make something like this and it used 2 straps around the seatpost. Other hiker backpacks I've seen and used sometimes have a air flow system for the back.

 

[Drago]

Howzabout...

 

[Mandragora]

Pop your rucksack in one of these:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BICYCLE-W...270?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item56648b3d5e
Only £6.99, and so chic

 

[mjr]

The trouble with cheap baskets are they rub the head tube or tip into the front wheel. I wish someone would make a rigid frame one like the London cycle hire has, but I've seen nothing so far.

I either switch to a high bar bag or hang the usual bag from a hook I made by bending metal rod that hooks into the saddle rails (and carabiner it to stop it bouncing off).

 

[Custom24]

OK so I have a rucksack / backpack, whatever you want to call it but I'm getting a tad annoyed with the sweaty back etc so I was wondering if anyone has any experience of the seat post mounted things to carry backpacks or any ideas on something similar

What backpack are you using?