For me, the train is the easiest way to get out of the city. I could bike out, but it’s a long, unpleasant, and unscenic ride. Luckily, the train station is close to my workplace, so it seemed like a good idea to hop on a train after work with my bike.
Pros:
– It gave me something to look forward to after work.
– It felt like an efficient use of time.
Cons:
– Although my bike is stored in a bike room, I still have to carry or lock up my stuff.
Has anyone else ever bikepacked straight from work? What was your experience like? Any tips to share?
In case you’re wondering: I hang a backpack on the inside of my handlebars. There are too many cables in front. My knees don’t hit the bag, but I’m thinking of a better setup.
I'm not an expert. Just somebody who wants to get away as much as possible.
by Glum_Store_1605
3 Comments
I was just going to say – what a way to get away, bro!
That’s great!
I did it a couple of times… left from work, slept at a campground about 23 miles away…biked to work the next morning. I had to wash my face in the bathroom and use a bunch of wet wipes to freshen up for the office. Helps to have a full change of clothes already at the office. I found babywipes doused with witchhazel a good way to refresh myself.
I don’t recommend having a campfire if you go back to work the next day…your co-workers probably won’t appreciate having to smell sweat and wet smoke.
The weeknight getaway should be a new thing people do. Fine tune the art form. Share your discovery and get everyone doing copycat stuff.