bike commute backpack

[wwwalterrr]

Can you please suggest few brands for commuting backpacks? It has to look nice & stylish and fit 16" mac. Thanks

[Zviedrs]

What's your budget?

[wwwalterrr]

Under $100 would be perfect.
But I am willing to splash more with quality product.
Do you have something on your mind?

[Zviedrs]

2 Wheel Gear has nice, practical & top quality pannier backpacks. You can easily convert them backpack <--> pannier. Those backpacks however cost from $149 to $179. I'd say that it's worth the price tag though. Or do you want a simple backpack?

[wwwalterrr]

At first, simple backpack (waterproof and blah blah) was the plan but you and few other articles made me reconsider.
Only downside - I do not have a rear mount bike rack nor front one. In that case
I might have to start with buying a rack

[Zviedrs]

Do you have a fixie or other type of bike?

You can also take a look at bags that have handlebar mount. I personally have never had one and have some doubts about the stability aspect considering weight distribution on the handlebar. How it affects steering etc.

[wwwalterrr]

urban bike with dropbars, but I gave thought and def wouldn't want to add carrier.
Handlebar bags seem bit odd to be frank but still it's an option to consider.
Aren't they intended more for touring?

[Zviedrs]

Yes, I've seen handlebar bags mostly on touring bikes, but it doesn't mean that bike commuters don't use them. How about this one? Should be a close fit for 16" mac, 20L capacity. It's even presented as "bike commuting bag". There's also a video in the description.

https://www.twowheelgear.com/collections/handlebar-trunk-frame-and-seat-packs/products/dayliner-box-bag

[wwwalterrr]

cool thanks. I will look into that in a day or few, currently on the road.

[Zviedrs]

Thumbs up, keep me updated!