Bike Forums

Bike Forums (https://www.bikeforums.net/forum.php)
-   Singlespeed & Fixed Gear (https://www.bikeforums.net/singlespeed-fixed-gear/)
-   -   Best Behind Saddle Bottle Mount? (https://www.bikeforums.net/singlespeed-fixed-gear/700387-best-behind-saddle-bottle-mount.html)

PeDDeR27 12-10-10 01:55 AM

Best Behind Saddle Bottle Mount?
 
I plan on purchasing a new Pake Frame soon, but it doesn't have any bottle bosses. I was looking at some behind the saddle bottle mounts, and so far I have found:

Profile Design RM1
http://www.profile-design.com/files/..._top_1_blk.jpg

Profile Design Aquarack
http://www.performancebike.com/image...-NCL-ANGLE.jpg

Minoura Saddle Bottle Cage Adapter
http://bike.com/mmbike/images/1/large/MM8910.jpg

X-Lab Mini Wing Kit
http://www.trinowfitness.com/images/...ing_full_L.jpg

Does anyone use any of these, and if so, how do you like it? I've heard some can launch bottles over bumps, but some say it has to be a huge pothole, others say the smallest bump will launch a bottle. Any help is appreciated.

Alan@TreeFort 12-10-10 07:13 AM

Both of those work well for their intended purpose. They are built more for triatholon bikes/riders, but will obviously work just fine on a fixie/ss. The Profile one is more apt to lose bottles, since the cages are made of plastic and can't be smushed down to firmly hold the bottle like alloy bottle cages can.

Another option is the Cat Eye BC-100 Nylon Water Bottle cage. It mounts on to the frame like a normal bottle cage, but can be attached with zip ties around the downtube, so bottle cage mounts aren't needed.

TugaDude 12-10-10 08:11 AM

+1 on the above. Also, don't forget that Schwinn has a water bottle cage with a clamping mechanism that works just like a hose clamp but gives a more "finished" appearance. I had one on my Kabuki Submariner due to a lack of braze-on mounts. If I remember correctly it cost around $10.00. Or you can just go the hose clamp route. You might be able to get plastic hose-type clamps, but all I've seen are stainless steel. Lots of options for you to explore.

thewilson 12-10-10 08:26 AM

this pake frame has some cage mounts. it's the only one I've seen though...
http://www.outsideoutfitters.com/p-5...ack-frame.aspx
http://www.outsideoutfitters.com/ima...rge/554_1_.jpg

adriano 12-10-10 08:54 AM

i see your double cage, and raise you one under downtube cage.

http://i52.tinypic.com/mjvi1l.jpg

thewilson 12-10-10 09:00 AM

^ what kind of mount is that? also i'm impressed that you'd be so trouble to use a zip tie tinfoil to that fourloko

JohnDThompson 12-10-10 02:53 PM

I've used the Profile bottle mount for a couple years now. I have yet to launch a bottle from it, despite suggestions that this will happen.

And BTW, the plastic Profile cages are removable and can be replaced with metal ones should this be a problem at some point.

xavier853 12-10-10 03:05 PM

My Tommaso track has cage mounts.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...721002007b.jpg

BUT if you just ge the pake your fine. No need to cultivate other frame options.

EDIT: I just noticed that in this picture, it looks like you can call that number for $60!!!

Alan@TreeFort 12-10-10 03:46 PM


Originally Posted by thewilson (Post 11913119)
this pake frame has some cage mounts. it's the only one I've seen though...

They used to have bottle cage mounts. The new Pake Track frames no longer have the though; that's probably a picture of the old frame.

PeDDeR27 12-10-10 04:42 PM


Originally Posted by JohnDThompson (Post 11915029)
I've used the Profile bottle mount for a couple years now. I have yet to launch a bottle from it, despite suggestions that this will happen.

And BTW, the plastic Profile cages are removable and can be replaced with metal ones should this be a problem at some point.

Which one do you have? The seatpost mounted one, or the rail mounted one?

veganeric 12-10-10 04:54 PM

I use a Profile rail mount on my Tri/TT bike and haven't had any problems with it. The cages are very tight. I can't imagine a bottle falling out of them. But, like John said, they're removable so you can replace them with metal or carbon cages if you feel the need.

EDIT: I'd get the post mount if it will work for you. There is a pivot to adjust the angle on the rail mount that did slip on me once. It hasn't been a problem since I cranked it down, but I think the post mount would be a tiny bit more secure since it doesn't appear to have that pivot. Unfortunately the post mount wouldn't work with my aero post.

polobreaka 12-10-10 05:13 PM

i use the minoura saddle bracket and bought a bottle cage from LBS. i like it a lot. doesnt get in the way and its not very bulky.

xkillemallx16 12-10-10 07:33 PM

haha, butt rockets

JohnDThompson 12-11-10 07:56 PM


Originally Posted by PeDDeR27 (Post 11915536)
Which one do you have? The seatpost mounted one, or the rail mounted one?

This one:

http://www.os2.dhs.org/~john/fixed-frame/completed.jpg

curbtender 12-11-10 08:10 PM

Here you go http://www.trisports.com/xlab-carbon...140-6-kit.html I pulled one off a bike I bought (Older Model). I see you're in the Bay Area. The xlab allows you to mount any style bottle cage you want. I'd just be worried about a quick dismount...


All times are GMT -6. The time now is 11:25 AM.


Copyright © 2026 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.