I'm still keeping with my idea that I'm going to try to ride wherever
I can... mostly because I want to stay in better shape but also
because I simply enjoy riding. To that end, as some of you know, I've
purchased myself a used Cannondale CX bike, did some minor repairs to
get it back on the road (new brakes and chain,) got myself a frame
pump, patch kit, multitool, spare tube, headlight (OK, so far it's
just the Lowe's thing and a twofish block, and my DealExtreme order
for the new lenses hasn't come yet, but it'll do for a start) etc.
Problem is, I still can't really carry anything on it unless I carry a
backpack, and I can't leave it anywhere. So it's fine if I just want
to go for a ride to go for a ride, but that wasn't the entire purpose
of this exercise.
Should I just get a better backpack, or is the added weight of a rack
worth it? Any specific recommendations for any products? My frame
does appear to have mounts for a rack and fenders. I'm thinking that
the rack would be more comfortable simply because then I wouldn't have
this heavy thing hanging off of me while I'm all sweaty and trying to
cool off...
What kind of lock should I get? I'm assuming it should be a cable
style lock as both wheels have QRs. What's a good compromise between
security and light weight?
thanks,
nate
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