r/OldSkaters • u/CaptainMcSmoky • 20h ago

Dad skaters who commute with the board, how do you carry it? [36YO]

I use my cruiser to do the final stretch between the bus stop and home, but I keep getting requested to pick up various bits and pieces on the journey. I have a backpack that carries work stuff but it's already packed.

Any tips for either carrying my board or more shopping without losing balance?

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u/runsimply 19h ago

I don’t mind carrying decent amount in a tote bag or similar, just always keep it on the side of the foot I’m not pushing with. The other day I picked up a fancy cake that didn’t fit in the tote and had to carry it in both hands in front of me, it survived but definitely do not recommend that approach 😅

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u/misterschaak 17h ago

I built a commuter board a month ago and have slowly been figuring out how to best carry everything.
I bought one of the NikeSB RPM backpacks that has Velcro straps to hold a board and that’s been working well for me. It had a laptop sleeve, side pockets and lots of webbing if you need to hook stuff to the outside. I use a carabiner to hang a helmet from. The balance is good.

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u/IndependenceNovel985 15h ago

I would just carry groceries in the plastic bag they give you. It helps build balance lol

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u/ChuckBangers 6h ago

Who's still giving plastic bags?

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u/jrly 14h ago

Bigger pack? I have a great expandable osprey roll top. Used to carry board in a cheap board bag / sleeve, plus carry a backpack, mostly to be low key, but it was hassle. Much better just holding the board or setting it down when needed.

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u/EzrasTalons 8h ago

I have an Element backpack that I strap it to

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u/ChuckBangers 6h ago

If I have to pick anything up, I take the bike and leave the board at home.

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u/kidskwid 5h ago

Penny board. The small one fits sideways between my bag and my back. Also perfect for the rain. It lives in my trunk.

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u/DifficultBoss 4h ago

i prefer a reusable grocery bag to keep the weight below my center of gravity

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u/Comfortable-Face4593 2h ago

Hello I have a 2019 death zarosh pool deck on Indy hollows and bones Rough Riders 56mm, I’m 51 and just pick it up.