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Commuting by train - etiquette

I use a single pannier when commuting as I don't like the sit of a backpack when it's got the laptop and change of clothes in it.

The trains [type B] I'm currently on use basically a seat belt as a restraining strap and everyone has to stack their bikes on top of each other.
This is different from the trains [type A] I'd normally use as they have a handrail outside the toilet compartment that you can strap your bikes to. This rail isn't there on the [type B] trains.

So ... the question is ...
Should I remove my pannier when commuting on the [type B] train?

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bikes | 10 months ago
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My pannier is a pain to take on and off, which includes getting black grime all over my hands. I put a bag in my pannier and then I can lift the contents out easily in one go, and then the pannier can be compressed.

Relatedly, what is the etiquette on leaning your oily drivetrain against someone's nice panniers?

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Hirsute replied to bikes | 10 months ago
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You need to clean your drive chain as you are prematurely wearing all the parts - sprockets, chain, jockey rollers, chainrings.

It will also help stop you ruining your own clothes.

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