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Old May 16, 2005 | 07:51 PM
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Default Back Packs? Anyone use them?

Looking to get a pack for school commute, looking online with no luck. Looking for something urban i.e Dakine, oneil, spy etc any suggestions? websites? any input? thanks
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Old May 16, 2005 | 08:00 PM
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i been using my jansport. lol was looking at those icon backpacks tho
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Old May 16, 2005 | 08:01 PM
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https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=1213378

Here's a thread I made on Axio packs, they look good. But they don't hold a whole lot and are pretty pricey.

I just rock my swiss army back pack. But be sure to slide both zippers over to one side or they will come undone if you do any highway riding.
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Old May 16, 2005 | 08:03 PM
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I sport this but not Yamaha specific...

http://shop.foxracing.com/ecom...F.jpg
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Old May 16, 2005 | 08:25 PM
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I used to use a Targa notebook backpack, and now I'm using a Target-brand backpack. Haven't noticed any problems. The backpacks with straps that buckle around your midsection are helpful in keeping the backpack from flapping around.
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Old May 16, 2005 | 08:30 PM
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I just use a regular ol backpack. I tie up the loose slack from the straps that go over your shoulders, otherwise they whip around in the wind like crazy.
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Old May 16, 2005 | 08:52 PM
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yeah i take my dickies backpack everywhere, it even held up under a wreck...
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Old May 16, 2005 | 09:10 PM
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Jansport.
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Old May 16, 2005 | 09:28 PM
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i run a SPY. it is comfortable, roomy, and fits great with lots of adjustment.
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Old May 16, 2005 | 10:28 PM
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Timberland backpack.
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Old May 16, 2005 | 10:36 PM
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I use my Fox backpack. It's pretty sweet. It has the straps that go across the chest/abs. I think those help to take the weight off your shoulders especially when I was doing my commute to ASU. It also has cool features like a waterproof cover that you can pull out from a little section to cover the bag if it rains ( you know that happens a lot here in AZ). It is a good size to I can keep my laptop, binder, books, and other misc **** in there with no problems.
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Old May 16, 2005 | 11:21 PM
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Just make sure that it has a chest strap and tie down all the loose straps cuz they'll slap your *** when you're on the freeway.
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Old May 16, 2005 | 11:29 PM
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i have an axio swift i'd love to get rid of; just found my EMS 2500sp that i've had since 7th grade.....
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Old May 16, 2005 | 11:33 PM
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http://www.zappos.com/n/es/d/7....html
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Old May 17, 2005 | 01:21 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Civic CX Hatch &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Timberland backpack. </TD></TR></TABLE>

Same here
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Old May 17, 2005 | 01:30 AM
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I have a JR Velocity backpack. Gets a from me.


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Old May 17, 2005 | 05:06 AM
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My old Jansport from college is holding up just fine for me. No flapping in the breeze, or anything. Just remember to tuck back the straps.
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Old May 17, 2005 | 05:06 AM
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Was looking at one of these, but my Jansport works for now.

-Extra large main storage compartment
-Hide away helmet storage
-Padded laptop compartment
-Multiple side pockets & mesh pouches
-Front chest panel with zipper closure
-Quick adjust suspension system
-Front slash pocket for quick access
-Main compartment compression straps
-Velcro locking zipper system
-Comfortable air-mesh shoulder & waist straps
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Old May 17, 2005 | 05:32 AM
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i have a tank bag from icon that converts to a backpack. it has plenty of room for me and it doesn't get in teh way at all.

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Old May 17, 2005 | 09:18 AM
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I use an eddie bauer back pack it has a chest strap but ive found i dont like how it feels when its buckled.Its water proof an has plety of space an cool pockets.
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Old May 17, 2005 | 10:49 AM
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alpinestars has a bag i saw in a dennis and kirk catalog
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Old May 17, 2005 | 10:51 AM
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For commuting to work I use my camel bak, with the water pouch removed of course.
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Old May 17, 2005 | 10:57 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by turbo sol &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">i have a tank bag from icon that converts to a backpack. it has plenty of room for me and it doesn't get in teh way at all.

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How does that stay on the tank? Magnets?
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Old May 17, 2005 | 12:10 PM
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I ride my bike to school, I just use my Flip backpack from when I used to skate.
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Old May 17, 2005 | 12:15 PM
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Name doesn't mater much, JUST MAKE SURE THE ZIPPER COVER OPENING IS FACING THE REAR otherwise it can catch wind tare the zipper open on the freeway, it happened to me
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