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Just use a duffel bag and a bungee net, but... | Just use a duffel bag and a bungee net, but... | ||
...if you have a little money you might consider an Eclipse Rumble Pack tail bag. It's 12x11x7" high (expandable to 12") and fits nicely on the rear portion of the 250 seat. It has an adjustable bungee cord attach system and the four hooks fit perfectly on the 250 bike hooks | ...if you have a little money, you might consider something like an [http://www.webbikeworld.com/r3/eclipse-luggage/ Eclipse Rumble Pack] tail bag. It's 12x11x7" high (expandable to 12") and fits nicely on the rear portion of the 250 seat. It has an adjustable bungee cord attach system and the four hooks fit perfectly on the 250 bike hooks. | ||
Eclipse makes another nice one called The Fast Pack, and Nelson Rigg, Tour Master, Ocelot and Lockhart make some good ones too. | Eclipse makes another nice one called The Fast Pack, and Nelson Rigg, Tour Master, Ocelot and Lockhart make some good ones, too. | ||
====Or you can make one yourself using a soft-sided cooler==== | ====Or you can make one yourself using a soft-sided cooler==== | ||
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Of course, there are many variations on this theme. The bag below was found at Wal-Mart for about 10 bucks. It's a fishing tackle bag, brand name "Okeechobee | Of course, there are many variations on this theme. The bag below was found at Wal-Mart for about 10 bucks. It's a fishing tackle bag, brand name "Okeechobee Flats" (so don't go looking in the automotive section). It has six major storage areas, including an inside pocket (great for map storage). There is a mesh pocket on the outside that may be good for rain gear. It offers good flexibility for the price. | ||
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====And there's always the Rubbermaid Action Packer==== | ====And there's always the Rubbermaid Action Packer==== | ||
Payne has inspired some members to create a lockable, waterproof trunk for occasional runs to the grocery store and for storing helmet and cycling gear when hiking, | Payne has inspired some (quite a few, actually) members to create a lockable, waterproof trunk for occasional runs to the grocery store and for storing helmet and cycling gear when hiking, picnicking, etc. Pretty simple. | ||
It's a 56 liter Rubbermaid clone attached to the passenger seat, with bungees mounted inside the trunk and with U-bolts holding onto the grab bar for extra security. Wrap the U-bolts with electrical tape and put cloth patches on the trunk where it contacts the grab bar to keep either the U-bolts or trunk from scratching the grab bar. | It's a 56 liter Rubbermaid clone attached to the passenger seat, with bungees mounted inside the trunk and with U-bolts holding onto the grab bar for extra security. Wrap the U-bolts with electrical tape and put cloth patches on the trunk where it contacts the grab bar to keep either the U-bolts or trunk from scratching the grab bar. | ||
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====Ventura Rack Option==== | ====Ventura Rack Option==== | ||
A rack on the back can make organizing a little easier. You might want to consider the [http://www.ventura-bike.com/content/home.aspx Ventura rack]. Here are the directions, to give you a little more information. | A rack on the back can make organizing a little easier. You might want to consider the [http://www.ventura-bike.com/content/home.aspx Ventura rack]. Here are the directions, to give you a little more information. | ||
[[Ventura rack]] in FAQ | |||
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