Today we shot a video on how to pack your “open compartment” panniers and still maintain some level of organization. We started with the Axiom Stormfront Series Water Proof Pannier and used some Eagle Creek Pack-It sacks in large, small, and extra small sizes. I really like these bags to separate out all my stuff in there. I have used this method for 2 years now, and I have to admit that every now and again you’ll want to dump out everything on the floor and reevaluate what you are carrying. It seem that after a month or so of commuting, I end up carrying everything but the kitchen sink while I’m rolling down the road.
So watch the video, and let me know what you think.
As promised, Here is the compiled video footage from my viewpoint at today’s stage. We were standing at the intersection of Mines Road and Del Valle Road in or just outside Livermore, CA. I did edit the video due to the time lapse between the leading group, second group, and the rest of the peloton. Luckily for us, the weather was perfect and didn’t start to rain until we got back into our car.
Today, the AMGEN Tour of California kicked off at 11:15AM Pacific time. Today’s race (Stage 3) is estimated to last about 4 hours. Yesterday, Brett Lancaster took control of the race and became the overall leader. Brett Lancaster from the Cervelo Test team is an Australian native, 6’2″ and 175 lbs.
Today, riders are cycling from San Francisco to Sata Cruz. Here is a great video overview of today’s course.
CommuterGear made it to the AMGEN Tour of California today. We managed to get some great footage of the leaders and the rest of the peloton as they sped by. Check out our video and tell us if you like what you saw.
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