In regards to the Tubus Nova, can it accept the wide tires of the
Bombadil or Atlantis ? Just wondering what the max width is.
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Doug and Ray,
I do like the two-rack solution for a fork with eyelets. But since I
don't have them, I'm going to try the Nitto Big Front rack. I'm not
ready to think about repainting the fork on a bike I haven't even
ridden yet!
Lisa
On May 12, 12:58 pm, doug peterson dougpn...@cox.net wrote:
: Lisa ukulele.l...@mac.com
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Sent: Wed, May 12, 2010 2:28:54 PM
Subject: [RBW] Re: Nitto Highrider front rack vs. Big Front Rack vs. Low Riders
Doug and Ray,
I do like the two-rack solution for a fork with eyelets. But since I
don't have them
Lisa:
The Nitto Big Front Rack gives you a lot of options and is a wonderful
rack. In my case, when torch first touched fork, the bike was already
six years old, with plenty of paint abuse in evidence. You not
wanting to re-paint a brand new fork is understandable. Eyelets are a
nice
Rene:
I have the Duo but have not used the Nova. My reason for the Duo is
the 2 pieces are separate it makes easier packing for shipping. My
total front load is usually under 25 lbs. From the pix, the Nova
looks to have some adjustment, so there may be latitude in the eyelet
placement. With
Thanks Doug,
I placed an order for a Nova from Wiggle in England. Free shipping and cost
of the rack is only $115 compared to $150+ here in the US. I think I'll go
with that one and then reassess from there. I have yet to find some time to
call RBW, but I'm likely going to be returning the Nitto
Rene:
That's quite a collection of nice racks. Be hard to part with any of
them. Don't forget that Lisa is looking for a Nitto Big Front.
dougP
On May 13, 11:38 am, Rene Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote:
Thanks Doug,
I placed an order for a Nova from Wiggle in England. Free shipping and
Ray -- yes, the Nitto Big Front Rack is rigid, and therefore OK with
clamps. But the Nova is not rigid, according to Tubus' web site:
http://www.tubus.com/en/lowrider/nova In the diagram on the right,
the Nova pannier support arm is marked adjustable with arcs to show
where it pivots.
I do
Ray -- yes, the Nitto Big Front Rack is rigid, and therefore OK with
clamps. But the Nova is not rigid, according to Tubus' web
site:http://www.tubus.com/en/lowrider/nova In the diagram on the right,
Not sure what you mean by rigid. The Nova is stainless steel which is
more heavy and less
for he next 2,000 miles.
Go figure…
From: Lisa ukulele.l...@mac.com
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Sent: Tue, May 11, 2010 5:46:27 PM
Subject: [RBW] Re: Nitto Highrider front rack vs. Big Front Rack vs. Low Riders
Ray -- yes, the Nitto
: Nitto Highrider front rack vs. Big Front Rack vs. Low
Riders
Ray -- yes, the Nitto Big Front Rack is rigid, and therefore OK with
clamps. But the Nova is not rigid, according to Tubus' web
site:http://www.tubus.com/en/lowrider/nova In the diagram on the right,
the Nova pannier support arm
For my touring bike, a Surly LHT, I use a Nitto M12 on top and Tubus
Duo lowriders below. I like this setup alot, functionally and
aesthetically.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/79695...@n00/4601203765/in/set-72157607471577085/
The Duo does require a fork threaded on both sides, and an upper to
lower
Mojo:
That's exactly the rack set-up I'll have shortly. An hourglass eyelet
on the back side of the fork blade will pick up one set of the Tubus'
upper mounting holes. A spacer is necessary to make it a solid
mount. Another option is water bottle mounts thru the fork blades but
Rivendell does
The Duo and the Nova are both rated to 33 lbs / 15 Kg. Both can be found in
silver. Is there any advantage of one over the other, assuming you can mount
both on your fork? As stated by Mojo, the eyelet on the back of the Bombadil
fork would be used for the Duo, otherwise it has no use that I know
Ray,
I'll have to look at the photo you sent me again. It didn't register that
the clamps were being used for that reason. I haven't had a chance to call
Marc or Keven yet, but will try to do it as soon as I get a break at work.
I also realized that with the Big Front Rack, I'd probably have to
] On Behalf Of Rene Sterental
Sent: Tuesday, May 11, 2010 1:24 PM
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Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Highrider front rack vs. Big Front Rack vs. Low
Riders
Ray,
I'll have to look at the photo you sent me again. It didn't register that the
clamps were being used
The picture of a Bombadil below has a Tubus Tara mounted on the front
fork, but the horizontal bar on which you hang your panniers isn't
level. Do you have that same issue with your Nova? On what bike do
you have the Nova mounted on? Thanks.
Not an issue with Ortliebs or Arkels for that
I hadn't discovered the Nova... it would be a great solution. Ray is using
the P-clamps to be able to use the Big Front Rack below the Neo-Retro
brakes, and using the highest lower tab hole on the rack so it fits under
the brakes. Not as clean looking, but certainly a viable option if it is to
I found this photo...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/22253...@n00/3868497649/in/set-72157622441887576/
Seems like the perfect solution!
René
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Hi -- this is my first post to this group. I am in the process of
purchasing an Atlantis for touring and I've been watching this thread
with interest, because my Atlantis frame doesn't have mid-fork rack
eyelets.
I've going to use the Nitto Big Front Rack instead of the Tubus Nova
because of
Lisa --- that isn't a concern because the rack is rigid and can't collapse onto
itself. The only thong the p- clamp does is prevent the rack from falling
forward or rearward. If the bottom of the rack is attached to eyelets, then
the rack cannot slide down any further since it is a rigid
Lisa,
Aside from Ray being right as usual about his explanations, I think you made
an excellent choice by going with the Nitto Big Front Rack. If you have to
use P-clamps, then I'd say that just for looks and versatility, this one is
the winner hands down.
My Bombadil has all the braze-ons, it
...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Rene Sterental
Sent: Sunday, May 09, 2010 4:12 PM
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Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Highrider front rack vs. Big Front Rack vs. Low
Riders
Got the Big Front Rack and tried to mount it on the Bombadil yesterday morning
before heading out
.
From: Allingham II, Thomas J thomas.alling...@skadden.com
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Sent: Mon, May 10, 2010 7:00:26 AM
Subject: RE: [RBW] Re: Nitto Highrider front rack vs. Big Front Rack vs. Low
Riders
Rene:
I expect I'm
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Subject: RE: [RBW] Re: Nitto Highrider front rack vs. Big Front Rack vs. Low
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Rene:
I expect I'm going to have the same problem on my
upcoming (next couple
Got the Big Front Rack and tried to mount it on the Bombadil yesterday
morning before heading out on my pilot S24O. To my dismay I was unable to
mount it; the front brakes (Paul Neo-Retros) did not allow the rack to align
with the upper braze-ons. I couldn't figure out a way around it in the
I don't have experience comparing the three,
but I am a recent recipient of a new Nitto Big Front Rack and it's
been a pleasure to work with.
It really seems to meet the needs of one desiring both a high-rider
platform AND low-rider panniers.
They aren't quite low-riders, but they are a lot lower
It sure does!
You are carrying rear panniers in the front, right? Does it affect the
handling of the bike in any signficant way?
Can you carry the smaller front panniers hooked on the lower horizontal bar
or do they also need to be hooked on the upper horizontal bar?
I like the ability to carry
Rene
yes they are technically rear panniers..but the ortlieb classic rears
are not that big.
the bike takes off a little wonky but almost instantaneously as
momentum is gained the whole bike solidifies and it feels as if I'm
driving a locomotive.
That is when the bags are truly
I've used low-riders and the Rivendell Nitto big front rack.
On an old Trek 520 (before Rivendell acquisition) I used both older
Blackburn low-riders and the Nitto. I prefer the Nitto.
I have also used the Nitto on my custom Rivendell All-Rounder for
touring and now on my Atlantis. I really
I have Tubus Tara lowriders for long touring and use the Pass Stow
rack for city and short trips.
Having the flat top is very handy for multiple stop short rides. I
have a nice Swift bag that sits nicely on top. When I make multiple
stops at the bakery, produce store, and other stores it is very
Hey Rene (Forgive the mis-spelling...again),
For my 64cm Bomba, WITH 46mm Marathons, I had to go with the Old Man
Mountain Ultimate Low Rider. Can't beat it. I used it riding across
Wisconsin last summer fully loaded and it was a champ. It's the only
front system I could find short of the
The OMM is a good rack. However, the Tara fit over 700c 60 mm Big
Apples for me.
On Apr 27, 12:34 pm, LouisvillePatrick flightofthebomba...@gmail.com
wrote:
Hey Rene (Forgive the mis-spelling...again),
For my 64cm Bomba, WITH 46mm Marathons, I had to go with the Old Man
Mountain Ultimate Low
No comparison. Love my lowriders. Tracks straight as a train.
Esteban
San Diego, Calif.
On Apr 26, 9:57 pm, Rene Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote:
Does anybody have any experience comparing these three?
René
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