Errkal wrote:Ad7 wrote:Have you considered panniers? I carry a fair bit to and from work and im sure the bastard uphill ride home would be a lot more uncomfortable with a backpack.
I haven't but it does sound like a good idea as I've got a laptop and change of clothes etc. to lug back and forth.
Panniers were a game changer for me on the commute. Having nothing on your back just feels so much nicer, reduces the chances of getting a major back sweat going on, and as an added bonus the panniers could carry more stuff than my bag could anyway!
Dual wrote:Jenuall wrote:Dual wrote:Has anyone ridden a bike with down tube shifters?
Thinking of buying a vintage road bike and obviously that's a typical feature.
I used to commute on an old Raleigh Milk Race with the shifters on the downtube and absolutely loved it! Not to sound like too much of a twat but there's something really satisfying about the extra level of tangible connection you feel from downtube shifters.
I didn't have a problem using them, I know some people who find it uncomfortable to reach them but they were fine for me. Obviously it's not the quickest way of shifting gear but I don't think anybody riding with them is expecting to break any records!
Cheers
Was looking at this one on ebay
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre ... 3754208694Not getting it for serious riding just for mucking about on like
Nice, that looks a bargain for £25. Ideal for mucking about as you say!
My Milk Race was more of a 'pub bike' than anything, but it did me a good service as a commuter for a month or two whilst my main bike was out of action.