Rear basket - how to pull it off without looking like a fred
02-19-07 | 10:51 PM
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Not a rear basket, but a fairly good looking solution IMO. Paul's Components Flatbed:
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02-19-07 | 11:23 PM
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Originally Posted by ellenDSD
Yup! That's what I did. I found a wire basket that had wicker woven around it (if that makes sense). So first I mounted my grocery getters to my Breezer's rack. Then I zip-tied the basket on top of that. It is very sturdy and secure. If someone wanted to steal any of it, they would have to cut thru ALOT of zip ties! Plus it looks pretty 
02-19-07 | 11:28 PM
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Originally Posted by ellenDSD
Yup! That's what I did. I found a wire basket that had wicker woven around it (if that makes sense). So first I mounted my grocery getters to my Breezer's rack. Then I zip-tied the basket on top of that. It is very sturdy and secure. If someone wanted to steal any of it, they would have to cut thru ALOT of zip ties! Plus it looks pretty
02-20-07 | 08:04 AM
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Originally Posted by bradchu
I'd love to see a picture of this setup, and possibly info on where exactly you got it. Pier one? I don't know if there's one nearby...
02-20-07 | 10:44 AM
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Originally Posted by AllenG
This Gizmo + this thingamabob and you can make any basket quick-release detachable.
Basil has more baskets than anyone I've seen.
Biria makes a nice one that is readily available in the U.S.
Kettler makes one that has its own quick-release mechanism, but it can come loose with a heavy load.
The one I use
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Basil has more baskets than anyone I've seen.
Biria makes a nice one that is readily available in the U.S.
Kettler makes one that has its own quick-release mechanism, but it can come loose with a heavy load.
The one I use
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02-20-07 | 01:40 PM
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For those who are looking for wicker baskets:
Cynthia's Twigs in the U.S.
and
David Hembrow in the U.K.
Both hand make bike baskets for a reasonable price.
Cynthia's Twigs in the U.S.
and
David Hembrow in the U.K.
Both hand make bike baskets for a reasonable price.
02-26-07 | 05:45 PM
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So, while browsing at Target this afternoon I stumbled across a bunch of mesh baskets and organizers. Picked this "Mesh Basket" up for $5.99!
It was pretty much just what I wanted. Something slim, halfway stylish, and cheap. Looks and feels pretty similar to the Topeak basket. Just zip-tied it on and now I can throw a bag of groceries or my backpack in there.
My only concern is that my thighs might hit the basket if fully extended. Maybe I'll see if I can push the rack back a bit.
(Men's 10.5 sneaker for scale)
It was pretty much just what I wanted. Something slim, halfway stylish, and cheap. Looks and feels pretty similar to the Topeak basket. Just zip-tied it on and now I can throw a bag of groceries or my backpack in there.
My only concern is that my thighs might hit the basket if fully extended. Maybe I'll see if I can push the rack back a bit.
(Men's 10.5 sneaker for scale
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02-26-07 | 06:09 PM
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Brad, a bit of advice for you about zip ties. some are better than others. I got some crappy ones that get really brittle and break in the cold. Even good one's stretch. I like to leave a bit of the excess so that after the first heavy load I can tighten one more time before cutting it off. that's just what I do.
By the way, I think it looks nice
By the way, I think it looks nice
02-26-07 | 08:23 PM
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Those are Planet Bike Clip-On ATB fenders. Probably are too wide for 28's. They make a hybrid version too:
https://ecom1.planetbike.com/7001.html
https://ecom1.planetbike.com/7001.html
02-26-07 | 08:29 PM
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Originally Posted by bradchu
Those are Planet Bike Clip-On ATB fenders. Probably are too wide for 28's. They make a hybrid version too:
https://ecom1.planetbike.com/7001.html
https://ecom1.planetbike.com/7001.html
02-27-07 | 02:44 AM
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I occasionally use a black wire in-basket that I pinched from work - zip tied to my rack. I have bungees to tie things down with - I have only used it a few times but it worked well enough for my small loads.
02-27-07 | 07:55 AM
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I would also like to get a rack soon and have a basket for hauling things. But my thing is, I don't want a rack for everyday riding. I love the basic stripped look of my bike. Are these racks pretty easy to take on and off quick? Like I said, I just want it if I need to pick up some groceries or something.
02-27-07 | 08:41 AM
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Originally Posted by jdeane4
I would also like to get a rack soon and have a basket for hauling things. But my thing is, I don't want a rack for everyday riding. I love the basic stripped look of my bike. Are these racks pretty easy to take on and off quick? Like I said, I just want it if I need to pick up some groceries or something.
02-27-07 | 09:52 AM
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Originally Posted by bradchu
So, while browsing at Target this afternoon I stumbled across a bunch of mesh baskets and organizers. Picked this "Mesh Basket" up for $5.99!
For the record, that is the exact same thing I did on my Breezer (see previous post) but with a more decorative looking basket. And you are right, Brad, they are perfect for just dumping in stuff and going.
02-27-07 | 03:27 PM
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Originally Posted by bradchu
I'd love to see the look on people's faces when I start depositing groceries into the hollow neck of the mannequin.
