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Can't find pannier bag for large notebook! Please help.
"Brian Hay" wrote in message ... I'm new to commuting via bicycle. My work is 30-40mins away by bike but I need to transport a large notebook (and other gear) regularly. The notebook alone is 36cm x 4cm x 27cm (W x H x D) and the existing Targus notebook case is 46cm x 17cm x 38cm (approx). Weight is under 7-10kg. I've looked at many online pannier manufacturers (Ortlieb, Bushwhacker, Arkel etc). The specialty "office" or "briefcase" panniers with notebook inserts are too small for my oversized notebook and the other standard panniers are mostly too small or not solid/padded enough for a notebook. Ideally I'd want a jumbo pannier to stuff the entire Targus bag into or a way to securely (and quickly) strap the Targus to the top of the rack. Regardless, I'll probably need a second standard pannier for clothes etc. Does anyone have any ideas or direct experience with this? Will a modern notebook survive repeated bicycle transit if well cushioned? I'm really enjoying riding so I don't want to go back to car or public transport if I don't have to. Hi Brian, Just thought I would share my thoughts... I have been carrying laptops for years adhoc home on my bike, only in a standard backpack, or more recently slinging a toshiba leather carry bag over my shoulders. Never had a problem with the laptop (although my palm IIIx died after jogging to work with it in my bum bag). As far as suits etc go, I have always kept stuff at work and dry cleaned there as required. Saves on having to bring stuff in from home. I would think that the computer will be under a fair bit more stress on a pannier than strapped to the back however... Tim |
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