I currently have a hybrid that I've installed a Racktime AddIt rack on that I use for light commuting. So far it's been great with no complaints. I'm currently setting up a touring bike and saw that Racktime makes both an AddIt and a TourIt rack that seem very similar. Yes, the support rail shape is a bit different but they both have side rails (which I really like), both mount with identical hardware, and both have the same rated weight capacity. It appears that the TourIt is about a half pound heavier and a bit more money, although not a significant amount.
Is there a performance, quality, or functionality difference that I'm missing? Any input or comments would be appreciated.
I can't examine the TourIt because no one around here sells them so they would have to be ordered.
BTW...I'm not using the hybrid for touring because it weighs +/-40 lbs. with the rack on it and it's a load to go up hills even with its mountain gearing. I'd also prefer drop bars for longer distances.
Thank you.
I have the RackTime TourIt on my hybrid. I did a short three day tour with a pair of Ortlieb Classic rear rollers and had no problem installing the rack or mounting the panniers. My buddy has the RackTime AddIt rack and had a set of Vaude panniers on it. He didn't have any problems, either. Is the TourIt still available in the US? It seemed like it disappeared from a lot of vendors websites.
Originally Posted by
wahoonc
Somewhere I have seen measured drawings of the Racktime Racks. Can't find them at the moment, but I have printed copies at home that I will check on when I get a chance. I suspect the Tourit rack has the extra bracing to keep the bags steady and "may" mount the bags a bit further back to avoid heel strike.
Aaron
Racktime used to have the plans for all of their racks on their website, but it looks like they're gone now.
I have an accessory on my TourIt - a spring-loaded clip on the top called a ClampIt (Jed? Jethro?).
http://www.racktime.com/product.php?xn=30 I like it because I can place a folded jacket or other stuff under it without actually having a pannier on the rack. I never found an air pump that would fit on the pegs of my TourIt. I'd like to, though.