Originally Posted by Chris Pringle

As far as racks, the Tortec Expedition rack is the way to go, IMHO. I'm in Mexico and had TWO of these delivered a couple of months ago from the U.K. since they're not available in North America. First, they are built with 10 mm aluminum railings instead of 8mm (sturdier and won't rust.) They have an extra long platform (to avoid heel strike) with extra side support (to avoid larger panniers from hitting your wheel.) Also, you have the convenience of extra set of lower railings to have your panniers positioned lower and closer to the rear axle for more stability. There are just ++ signs all over this rack. I'm loving mine.