You are right that the Lynskey Nomad rack is a more heavy duty rack. I would opt for the Nomad rack if I was planning to go on unsupported tours. But at this time I will be riding on supported tours and will be packing the trunk bag with only what will need for that day of riding. The Lynskey rack is surprisingly robust, with a stated load capacity of 170 lbs.

Lynskey "Caddy" Rack Specifications:


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[TH="class: label"]Rack Material[/TH]
[TD="class: data last"]Titanium[/TD]
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[TR="class: even"]
[TH="class: label"]Finish[/TH]
[TD="class: data last"]Bright Brushed Titanium[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR="class: odd"]
[TH="class: label"]Recommended Use[/TH]
[TD="class: data last"]Touring and Commuting
[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR="class: even"]
[TH="class: label"]Rack Position[/TH]
[TD="class: data last"]Rear Mount[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR="class: odd"]
[TH="class: label"]Capacity[/TH]
[TD="class: data last"]170 lbs / 77 kilograms
[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR="class: even"]
[TH="class: label"]Wheel Compatibility[/TH]
[TD="class: data last"]700c @ 135mm spacing[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR="class: odd"]
[TH="class: label"]Platform Dimensions[/TH]
[TD="class: data last"]4.5" x 15.125" / 10.15cm x 38.4cm[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR="class: even"]
[TH="class: label"]Warranty[/TH]
[TD="class: data last"]Lifetime[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR="class: odd"]
[TH="class: label"]Rack Weight[/TH]
[TD="class: data last"].854 lbs / 387.3 grams[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR="class: last even"]
[TH="class: label"]Hardware Included[/TH]
[TD="class: data"]2 titanium seatstay mounting straps
2 M5 x .8 stainless nylon lock nuts
2 M5 x .8 x 12 stainless button head cap screws
2 M5 x .8 x 20 stainless socket head cap screws
2 M5 stainless flat washer[/TD]
[/TR]
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