Urbanis, since you own a Swift, why don't you consider the excellent
Xootr CrossRack? There are several advantages:
- Unlike many folding bike racks, it is full-sized.
- As a result, it accepts almost all panniers, shoppers, and baskets (such as the aforementioned Axiom "Bagsket") designed for conventional racks.
- The quick release mechanism allows you to remove the rack when not in use, thus reducing weight.
- Not a proprietary system
- No heel or ground clearance issue
- Better balance due to center load
- Reduced wind resistance (not that I care
)
I have it installed on my Strida. If anyone's interested I'll take a few pictures this weekend and post them here.
A similar product that you may consider is
Basil BasEasy Carrier Rack. It affords less weight (5kg vs. 10kg) but its proprietary quick release mechanism is more elegant and accepting various Basil baskets and bags.