Originally posted by Xsmoker
Has anyone tried using a lumbar pack on rides of 50- 75 miles or
would a small day pack be more comfortable?
I have tried both. I would go for the small backpack (increased flexibility?), and the weight is spread more evenly. My experience is mainly off-road though.
Is there a front pannier that will mount on a road bike that
doesn't have pannier braze-ons?
There appear to be a number, especially with the need to mount same on suspension forks - makes are varied and they are reasonably expensive. This
http://www.carradice.co.uk/limpets.htm site shows a UK system that my friends have used - I have no direct experience though.