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Old 03-20-21 | 10:06 AM
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Originally Posted by mwhabe
Well yes, however the guy at the bike shop originally told me NO...so I started researching other options. Now I realize yes it can. However I don't understand the issue with this one going in the thru-axle. Isn't that pretty supportive?
Specialized has included rack mounts on the Diverge so why does “the guy at the bike shop” think they can’t be used? Frankly, I’d question his judgement. This video shows that it’s a simple process to use just a regular rack. You need a seat collar for the rack stays to be mounted but that’s not much of an issue.


The Tailfin might work but that’s a chunk of change for a rack. And, damn, that thing is uuuuugggllly!
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