Briefcase on a Bicycle?

I am looking for a simple yet secure way to attach a briefcase to a bicycle for commuting. The
briefcase is 13" X 21" X 5". The briefcase has a strong handle midway on one 21" side. Gross weight
is usually 20 lb. A lap-top computer is often in the case. I want to use the existing case and not
switch to some cycling pannier attached case. Easy of attachment/detachment as well as security (I
want it to stay in place while riding) of the attachment are the most important elements.

David Ornee, Western Springs, IL

 

Here's an idea. Not pretty, but functional.

I haven't tried it with a laptop. My case is less than 20 lbs., but it's OK for occasional use.

-- Sponge rubber on top of rear rack -- Plastic bag over briefcase for dust/water protection --
Powerful bungee over all

"David Ornee" <[email protected]> wrote
> I am looking for a simple yet secure way to attach a briefcase to a
bicycle
> for commuting.

 

In article <[email protected]>, Jeff <[email protected]> wrote:

>I haven't tried it with a laptop. My case is less than 20 lbs., but it's OK for occasional use.
>
>-- Sponge rubber on top of rear rack -- Plastic bag over briefcase for dust/water protection --
>Powerful bungee over all

I use one of those dorky nylon shouler-strapped briefcases that also has a briefcase handle. My
commuter bike has a cheap made-in-Taiwan rack with a spring-loaded clip. I stick the clip through
the briefcase handle and add a bungee to further secure things, and I'm on my way.

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Eric Holeman Chicago Illinois USA

 

After trying out a Jandd briefcase designed to attach to a rack (it's for sale- contact me if
interested), I ended up with just throwing my briefcase in a large Ortleib Pannier. If you will
be carrying other things you could use a pair of panniers to balance against the weight of the
brief case.

Gary Jacobson Rosendale, NY

"Eric Holeman" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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> In article <[email protected]>, Jeff <[email protected]> wrote:
>
> >I haven't tried it with a laptop. My case is less than 20 lbs., but it's
OK
> >for occasional use.
> >
> >-- Sponge rubber on top of rear rack -- Plastic bag over briefcase for dust/water protection --
> >Powerful bungee over all
>
> I use one of those dorky nylon shouler-strapped briefcases that also has a briefcase handle. My
> commuter bike has a cheap made-in-Taiwan rack with a spring-loaded clip. I stick the clip through
> the briefcase handle and add a bungee to further secure things, and I'm on my way.
>
> --
> ---
> Eric Holeman Chicago Illinois USA

 

Gary Jacobson wrote:
>
> After trying out a Jandd briefcase designed to attach to a rack (it's for sale- contact me if
> interested), I ended up with just throwing my briefcase in a large Ortleib Pannier. If you will
> be carrying other things you could use a pair of panniers to balance against the weight of the
> brief case.
>
> Gary Jacobson Rosendale, NY
>

I'll put in a plug for the Nashbar Townie Baskets http://www.nashbar.com/profile.cfm?sku=8641& they
are cheaper than most other options, can hold just about whatever fits (water melons, milk jugs,
carry out food, found tools...), & hold up quite well (8 years & counting though I have replaced the
mounting bungee cord). Just drop your briefcase in & ride. A bungee will keep it from bouncing out
if that worries you & plastic bags will keep things dry.

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Leland Mayne Dept of Biochem. & Biophys. University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA 19104