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    gkochner replied to the thread Commuter Bike Setup.
    So far so good! The backpack barely fits my laptop so I don't know how well the waterproof feature will work with it in there, but I...
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    gkochner replied to the thread Commuter Bike Setup.
    I appreciate the suggestions and was going to go with the Ortlieb Vario PS as it can convert into a backpack that I can wear into the...
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    gkochner replied to the thread Lock Recommendations?.
    For those interested, I went with the Kryptonite Evolution Long Shackle U-Lock and the Kryptonite New York Cinch Ring 1213. I've only...
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    gkochner reacted to ElHegpah's post in the thread Lock Recommendations? with Like Like.
    Make your bike ugly, and park it next to the prettier ones. if you want to win a fashion contest, wear good walking shoes. Expensive...
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    gkochner replied to the thread Commuter Bike Setup.
    I technically don't HAVE to take it off, but having one that comes off that I can use as my bag for my work stuff is ideal. Also, I'd...
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    gkochner reacted to Dave Rocks's post in the thread Commuter Bike Setup with Like Like.
    5lbs is nothing, you won't notice that.
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    gkochner reacted to 6zfshdb's post in the thread Commuter Bike Setup with Like Like.
    You might also take a look at Arkel. Their mounting system is the easiest I've used. They're pricey, but have a good selection of...
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    gkochner replied to the thread Commuter Bike Setup.
    My bike came with Velotric's rear rack bag with included panniers. I like the bag, except it mounts via Velcro straps, making it...
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    gkochner reacted to Jeremy McCreary's post in the thread Commuter Bike Setup with Like Like.
    Don't have enough experience with different pannier brands to make recommendations, but Ortlieb is a highly regarded brand with a wide...
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    gkochner reacted to Brendon@OEB's post in the thread Commuter Bike Setup with Like Like.
    I'll 2nd or 3rd the point that unless you have 20lbs in one pannier you really don't notice the weight imbalance as much. I've had 50lbs...
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    gkochner replied to the thread Commuter Bike Setup.
    The basket I'm considering most is the Bikase Momo Basket - MIK Compatible or their Dairyman basket. I haven't found a pannier that...
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    gkochner replied to the thread Commuter Bike Setup.
    Suggestions? I'm new to panniers and commuting in general.
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    gkochner replied to the thread Commuter Bike Setup.
    I'd argue my work laptop is a rock. It's a 14" laptop and weighs over 5 lbs. That doesn't even factor in the charging cable and...
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    gkochner replied to the thread Commuter Bike Setup.
    I'm referring to a basket that would mount to the rear rack, not a handlebar basket. I have a rear rack installed on the bike already...
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    gkochner replied to the thread Commuter Bike Setup.
    Any suggestions on a basket?
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