P-clamps for lower rack mounting?
08-10-10, 12:25 PM
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P-clamps for lower rack mounting?
How well do P-clamps work for the lower rack mounting point on frames not equipped with eyelets?
Assume a 10-15 pound load consisting of laptop, lock, fleece to survive indoor air-conditioning, rain gear for the wet winter season, and Arkel commuter bag containing everything.
I've tried post-mounted racks - the Topeak isn't rigid enough to keep a pannier out of the wheels, the Axiom and Delta Post Porter quick release mounting clamps both rub on my thighs,
I don't want a quick release skewer mounting that I need to mess with when flatting.
I have located a frame builder in Santa Cruz who'll put eyelets on my titanium frame, although getting there is a bit of a hassle.
Assume a 10-15 pound load consisting of laptop, lock, fleece to survive indoor air-conditioning, rain gear for the wet winter season, and Arkel commuter bag containing everything.
I've tried post-mounted racks - the Topeak isn't rigid enough to keep a pannier out of the wheels, the Axiom and Delta Post Porter quick release mounting clamps both rub on my thighs,
I don't want a quick release skewer mounting that I need to mess with when flatting.
I have located a frame builder in Santa Cruz who'll put eyelets on my titanium frame, although getting there is a bit of a hassle.
08-10-10, 12:47 PM
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Plastidip coated steel ones should be OK, the dropout will keep it from going down more.
Tubus Airy or Carry would be a cool rack on a Ti Bike, It's made from Ti Too.
Note they have some clamp on mounting parts too, looks like stainless..
2 bolts , clamp with one mount with the other..
Tubus Airy or Carry would be a cool rack on a Ti Bike, It's made from Ti Too.
Note they have some clamp on mounting parts too, looks like stainless..
2 bolts , clamp with one mount with the other..
