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low rider rack- some questions
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Apie (10.6) 1 hour ago.
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Jared Dec 5, 2012.
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Apie (10.6) replied to rb's discussion 'low rider rack- some questions'"On my long list of wants:
http://www.passstow.com/psgallery0.html
Nice porteur rack with low riding front panniers (not my bike)
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Sue Clark replied to rb's discussion 'low rider rack- some questions'"I've got these: http://salsacycles.com/components/down_under_rack
They don't have the over-the-top bit for rigidity. I do have a touring bike, so I'm not sure how they'd work on a fork that's not drilled for front racks.…"
rb replied to rb's discussion 'low rider rack- some questions'"thanks Kelvin,
The bikes that I'm using are mid 80s rigid mtn bikes. My miyata in particular is pretty much a touring machine from the factory, albeit with 26" wheels.
Thanks for the Bruce Gordon link. He looks to build some excellent…"
Kelvin Mulcky replied to rb's discussion 'low rider rack- some questions'"Look for racks that connect above the front wheel; either with a hoop or a flat top. These racks will be more rigid by design, which is especially important if you're using p-clamps.
If your mountain bike has front suspension, or if you plan on…"
Tricolor replied to rb's discussion 'low rider rack- some questions'"I bought a Tubus for around $110 from Amazon earlier this year. It worked well, and when the front fork, frame, and wheel were destroyed the rack only had a tab bent. I'd worry more about the bags you plan to use if you're…"
Cameron 7.5 mi replied to rb's discussion 'low rider rack- some questions'"I've found that my touring bike rides best with about a 30/70 front/rear weight distribution. If you're not going offroad a low rider will be fine. If you're going to be someplace where catch stuff might be a problem you should look…"
rb replied to rb's discussion 'low rider rack- some questions'"thanks for the feedback.
Cameron- great point about the ride height of a low rider rack.
I am not a small person, and I feel that I already have enough mass over the rear wheel, so that is the main interest in moving some cargo up front."
Cameron 7.5 mi replied to rb's discussion 'low rider rack- some questions'"Bags have a fair amount of adjustment to work with a variety of racks, and most racks are typically pretty similar to work with most bags. Anything marketed as a front pannier, as well as most smaller rear panniers, should work with any low rider…"
Casey Carnes replied to rb's discussion 'low rider rack- some questions'"The Nitto Campee Rack is pricey, but comes with many different mounting parts for different bikes. If you are running v-brakes or cantilevers on both bikes, it would be a good solution, but not easy to move between bikes.
This axiom…"
rb posted a discussionlow rider rack- some questions
I was trying to do a search, because I recall a discussion from a while back, but couldn't find it.I am looking to get a front rack. This will go on a mtn touring rig that I have now, and a 700c touring bike, when I am able to get one.I don't have lowrider mounts on my forks. So while not optimal (in my opinion) I will probably be using p clamps.I was looking at the Axiom front low rider racks, and they seem decent.With those racks, do you have to use the Axiom front panniers, or are there…See More
rb commented on buddaa38's group 'North~Side Critical Mass'"that was my favorite NorthSide Mass. Thanks for leading Andrew! Great ride and an excellent group of riders."
rb replied to jolondon30's discussion 'Bicyclist hit by car in Old Town dies'"So sorry to hear this.
My thoughts go out to his family and friends
Life is really precious- truly heartbreaking"
rb might attend Coralee Montes's event
Tour De Fat at Palmer Square Park
July 13, 2013 all day
For those who haven’t experienced Tour de Fat, it is a thrilling rite of passage that includes an unparalleled costumed bicycle parade, New Belgium beer, eccentric entertainment, local food, unusual bike contests and much more. The free event, which raises money for local nonprofits through beer and merchandise purchases, will soon exceed the $2 million mark for total funds raised. Chicago's Tour De Fat benefits West Town Bikes and we are currently signing up volunteers and offering a 2013 Tour…See More
rb might attend Judson Eakin's event
Schubas Backyard BBQ & Bike Bash at Schubas Tavern
June 8, 2013 from 12pm to 4pm
Schubas' Bike Bash is presented in partnership with... The Chainlink //Active Trans // Working Bikes // Revolution Brewing // The Bike Lane // On The Route // …See More
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- What I ride:
- Road, Mountain, Cruiser, Folding Bike
- The kind of riding I do:
- Recreational, Exercise, Commuting, Around Town
- About me:
- I am really into biking of all types. I find myself spending more time on old Raleighs for commuting, fun and distance.
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- http://djrb1977.tumblr.com/
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- At 12:13pm on June 26, 2012,
Joe J said… I thought the Raveonettes at Green Fest Sunday was as good or better than Dino Jr., and that is saying something. Very impressed with both shows
- At 12:36pm on June 2, 2012, Joe J said…
was interesting trying to get some people home last nite. we went to exit as well for some punk raaawk
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