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gigs

Sep 24, 08 7:59

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I commute to work by running. I currently use an old but awesome NIke ACG runing backpack which has served me very well. After 5 or 6 years it has seen it better days. I am now in the market for a new running backback. I need to be able to get a pair of pants, shirt, sweater, socks and underwear in it. Not much else. I keep an extra pair of shoes at work. Any recommendations?

jyeager

Sep 24, 08 8:44

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Re: Running Backbacks [gigs] [In reply to]	Can't Post

No recommendations here, sorry. I'm just struck by how hardy your legs must be to have been running with that extra weight on you all these years without it causing you issues.
I envy your ability to commute to work by running.

What I can do is speculate on what you'd want in a backpack you use to run to work.

- Waterproof in case it's raining and you want dry clothes at work
- Weight bearing waist strap to take the weight off your spine

RichReichbach

Sep 24, 08 9:04

Post #3 of 11 (357 views)

Re: Running Backbacks [jyeager] [In reply to]	Can't Post

I train for all my races by running with a Camelback; I'd highly recommend using one for your purposes. It has the chest and waist supports and some of them can carry all you need for work and then some. My Camelback has traveled the world with me and is perhaps the best $100 I've ever spent.

fred_h

Sep 24, 08 9:10

Post #4 of 11 (348 views)

Re: Running Backbacks [gigs] [In reply to]	Can't Post

When I run commute I use a 4L hydratation pack but I do not cary as much as you.
I keep sweater(s) and pant(s) in office as well as shoes.
Fred.

gigs

Sep 24, 08 12:45

Post #5 of 11 (311 views)

Re: Running Backbacks [RichReichbach] [In reply to]	Can't Post

which camelbak do u use?

RichReichbach

Sep 24, 08 12:51

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Re: Running Backbacks [gigs] [In reply to]	Can't Post

An 'Arctic' model from 2007; it has a outer lining for the water tube for insulation purposes. Its meant for snowboarding but has worked just fine in the summer.

gdunha

Sep 24, 08 13:06

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Re: Running Backbacks [gigs] [In reply to]	Can't Post

For running backpacks I would look at Nathan (HPL series), Lafuma, Salomon. These are the best running backpacks with many different sizes and features.

jamesinlv

Sep 25, 08 8:28

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Re: Running Backbacks [gigs] [In reply to]	Can't Post

I do all of my long runs with a backpack. I have two...Ultimate Direction Wasp and the Nathan HPL 020. I like the Ultimate Direction much more for a couple of reasons: better fit, the bite valve, location of the front pockets, and reservoir design is easy to clean & fill.

sbr_repeat

Sep 25, 08 11:44

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I run to work and have three that I use for commuting and also for xc skiing:

Salomon Raid Revo 30: Big and light but needs to be relatively full to stop it from bouncing around.
Lafuma Active 20: Smaller, even lighter and has a spot for a water bottle.
Dakine Heli Pro 20 (old version): Fits the snuggest of any, no matter how full it is. However, it is VERY heavy and not very breathable. They have changed the design, so I don't know if it's still as good.

The first 2 were recommended to me by adventure racers, but actually prefer the Dakine.

- R

munckee

Oct 7, 08 6:57

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I'm in the same boat. Run to work 3-4 mornings a week. I've been running in a Black Diamond Bbee which fits a pair of shoes, pants, shirt, sunglasses, wallet, and phone pretty much perfectly (like full to the brim). Now that it's cooling off though, I'm realizing I'm going to need more space to carry a little more clothing so I'm gonna need a bigger bag. I'll take a look at the ones listed...

phx_willy

Oct 7, 08 7:21

Post #11 of 11 (104 views)

Re: Running Backbacks [munckee] [In reply to]	Can't Post

One more you might consider...

http://www.backcountrygear.com/...ackdetail.cfm/GO9124