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Old May 19th, 2009, 02:49 PM   #14
tjkamper
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Name: Travis
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I use a backpack when I need more room, but I prefer a tank bag.

I have a hernianted disk L5-S1 that compounded over several minor injuries. When it flares up I can't even walk and I even loose Bowl controll That is really embarising and wrong.I have seen many nuerologists and orthopedist, but I've heard too many stories of "F"ed up back surgeries (My mother for one) to get it fixed.

I use a backpack ocasionally if I need more room, but I put the lightest things in the back pack and make sure the straps are good an tight.

I know I'll be in a when I'm old, but I found that riding regularly has actually helped me out quite a bit. The vibrations along with the subtle flexing and tightening of the back muscles is as good as any physical theropy I have been through.

My is to use a tank and saddle bags as much as possible and save your back and shoulders. Back packs should be kept light and tight.
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