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Bicycle backpacks with or without a water bladder? Or maybe a bicycle kidney?
Bicycle backpack or waist pack? What's better?
Cycling has many benefits. It has a positive effect on the body's immunity, heart efficiency, slim figure and relaxed mind. With properly selected equipment, we can afford to ride a bike all year round. Then you should take care of proper wheel protection and selection clothes for a particular season. Many lovers of cycling trips start their season with the beginning of the new year, even when it is snowing outside the window.
WHAT CAN BE USED ON THE ROUTE?
Each bicycle trip requires proper preparation from us. Even at shorter distances, we can never be sure what will happen to us. What will be useful on the road? Certainly water or isotonic drink, spare inner tube, pump, money and of course electronic equipment. The question is - where to put it all? There are many solutions, but what is certain is that it is worth taking a backpack or a kidney bag on a bike.
A BACKPACK OR A BAG?
These are two solutions that we can efficiently take with us after getting off the bike. This is important, because during bicycle trips, we usually also want to be able to explore the area, i.e. get off the bike.
We take a bicycle backpack or a kidney bag with us, which guarantees the safety of our valuable items and equipment. This option should also be important for those who are going straight to their destination. It can always happen that we decide to stop at the store or some other need forces us to do so. So these are not only very practical, but also safe solutions that are most often and most often chosen during bicycle trips.
BIKE BACKPACK
If you are thinking about buying a backpack, remember that it should be a bicycle backpack. This one dedicated to cycling has features that will be missing in the case of classic models. This is, among others, the material of manufacture and its appropriate profiling. This backpack will have
specially prepared compartments and upgrades. The accessories transported in them will be safely and stably arranged. The material itself will be breathable, which will provide us with comfort while driving. Some models have compartments for a laptop or other electronic devices, which are great for city driving, traveling to work or the office.
Another aspect that appears especially in the context of year-round riding is water resistance. A backpack that will be resistant to rain and snow will ensure the safety of the things carried in it.
A medium-sized backpack should easily fit a bottle of water (in the absence of
space for a water bottle), power bank, wallet, documents, snacks and a repair kit (keys, inner tube, pump). It is also worth having something rainproof with you, this type of jacket or raincoat, it should not take up too much space and may turn out to be extremely useful. Since the backpack is a clearly visible element on our body, it is worth adding even a small reflector to it, which will guarantee our safety.
A CYCLING BACKPACK WITH A HYDRAPY BACKPACK?
On the market, we can also find bicycle backpacks with a specially built-in water bladder. Although there will be less space in this type of backpack, it has another advantage - you can drink water even while driving. So there is no need to look for a bottle or water bottle, which can be very inconvenient while driving. Most hydration packs are designed to take the weight of the water and still keep you comfortable. The less water we pour into the container, the more space we will have in the backpack. This is a good way to adjust the amount of water to your needs.
A water bladder backpack is an extremely ecological solution. The tank in it is reusable and is relatively easy to keep clean. Since hydration is extremely important during physical exertion, it is worth considering choosing the right solution that will make us remember about it. For some cyclists, a backpack can be a big deal
discomfort while driving, because it is located on the entire surface of the back, which can be strongly felt, especially in summer.
ZEFAL bicycle backpack with hydration reservoir enduro black-red ZF-7165
BICYCLE BAG
An alternative to this solution is a kidney. It is the second solution chosen by cyclists. A kidney is a small bag usually placed on the hips. This makes it very handy and quick to use.
Perfect as a container for personal documents, telephone, power bank, headphones, money or glasses. It is worth having valuable items with you directly so as not to leave them next to the bike or in a backpack from which they could fall out. Usually, bicycle kidneys are enriched with additional pockets and tabs. This is a very clever and practical solution.
Although the kidneys are usually small, models have also been created in which the waterskin can be placed. This is an extremely handy option that does not burden our shoulders and does not restrict movement.
The water bladder in the kidney can hold up to 3 l.
However, it is recommended not to fill it to the brim, usually 1 liter is enough for short rides or routes where we can refill water on a regular basis. The whole structure of the kidney is more compact and is not spread over the back, unlike a full-size backpack. This may seem like a feature
prevailing in favor of the backpack, but you have to remember about the proper placement of the kidney on our body. For it to be stable, it must be tightened quite firmly on our hips. After this balance, the temporary advantage becomes a draw. Since both of these things adhere to the body, it is worth paying attention to what material they are made of. The right fabric will not absorb sweat and will dry quickly in the sun during a short break from the route.
CamelBak bicycle bag REPACK LR 4 plum/black palms
If you are worried about the capacity of such a kidney being too small, there are a few tricks that can be used. Using the strap on the frame will make it easier to attach a spare inner tube or mini tools to the frame. The saved space will be useful for energy bars or other snacks. Each of these things will have their advantages and disadvantages, which may change places depending on the person who will use them.
It is worth having your own style that will make driving comfortable for us and we will be able to enjoy the distance covered, relax or spend time with friends without any difficulties. The backpack, even the one with a waterskin, will prevail with its large size. Holds more stuff and drinks. All this will affect its weight, which can be uncomfortable and hinder the flow of air on the back during hot days.
If we like to capture our routes, the backpack will accommodate more equipment and photographic accessories. The smaller size of the kidney is not a disadvantage, it will be perfect for short bicycle trips, during which we do not need so much equipment and protection. It takes up less space and does not burden our body. He catches up with a backpack with the possibility of placing a waterskin in it.
The advantage of both products is the storage of the most important items (money, telephone, documents) and the possibility of taking them with you to the store or for a short walk without a bicycle. This guarantees safety and practical, quick access.
