You’ve got two wheels and all the freedom to decide how they take you to where you need to go. But what about when you want to bring back a load of groceries, drop off a package at UPS, or convey picnic supplies to the park?

I’m not much of a fan of wearing a backpack while biking. It gets sweaty in the summer, and it’s uncomfortable to wear over a puffy coat in the winter. There are ways to get your load off your back and onto your bike. It just takes a few pieces of equipment.

Payload Rack (opens in a new window)

Rear Cargo Racks

You can strap things on top of a cargo rack, but its main function is to mount pannier bags to its side rails. Pannier bags hang down to the side of the rear tire. Keeping the weight low keeps the bike’s center of gravity low, which makes the bike more stabl

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