The Mark's Rack --- well, here's my take on it. Consider the source, but at
the least-
It is not too heavy when you consider that it's supposed to carry a load,
AND when you consider Nitto's structural conservatism. The similar looking
M12 is built with much lighter tubing, but its primary use
What's funny is Manny hasn't commented on this, and he's the Michael Milken
of front loading.
On Thu, Oct 3, 2013 at 11:16 PM, grant grant...@gmail.com wrote:
The Mark's Rack --- well, here's my take on it. Consider the source, but
at the least-
It is not too heavy when you consider that
Funny.
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What's funny is Manny hasn't commented on this, and he's
On Thursday, October 3, 2013 1:11:37 AM UTC-7, Pierre wrote:
Got BQ in the mail today, I love the color. When you read the article, it
is mentioned that BQ machined the rack fork crown mount so that it sits
lower. Looking at the result, I can see why this may lead to increased flex.
All
I just got my BQ today, I love the color (did not expect to), and I love the
Calfee. I won't even spend $12,000 on a car, so odds are I won't spend $12,000
on a bike, but I'm glad it exists. I think Craig Calfee is the real deal - he
shows up at Podunk bike expos with his bamboo frame jigs, and
On Wednesday, October 2, 2013 9:56:52 PM UTC-4, Brian Campbell wrote:
More pics of the carbon rando bike:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVy2iKYmqK8
Is that Darth Vader behind the camera? ;)
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I still think it is a Mark's rack it just has those unneeded parts removed.
On Wednesday, October 2, 2013 9:56:52 PM UTC-4, Brian Campbell wrote:
More pics of the carbon rando bike:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVy2iKYmqK8
FWIW, I don't believe that is a Mark's rack. My Mark's rack has a
Looks to be an M-18 rack. Similar platform to the Mark's Rack but no front
mount tab for a light/reflector and no mount for struts at the back end of the
platform. So no fancy double-strut mounting with this rack.
Boulder has these available with a light mount eyelet on the strut.
Dan
On
On Wednesday, October 2, 2013 8:13:59 AM UTC-7, Leslie wrote:
Seems like, if it's a full custom bike, and you're going w/ carbon fiber,
shouldn't you have a carbon fiber rack?Not that I've heard of such,
but if you're going custom
We once tested a carbon bike with a custom
Jan
I've thought that the folks at Delta 7 might be able to figure out a
lightweight and durable carbon rack:
http://www.delta7bikes.com/isotruss-bike-technology.htm
It might look really weird, though. The tiny market probably wouldn't
justify the expense of developing something.
We
On Wednesday, October 2, 2013 10:42:27 PM UTC-4, RJM wrote:
I don't get the love of disk brakes on road bikes going onI just
really don't.
You probably aren't riding carbon fiber clincher rims down Tuna Canyon,
braking way too much. California Gran Fondue rides have banned CFCs
for
I don't get the love of disk brakes on road bikes going onI just
really don't.
Gaining momentum. I personally am very happy with rim brakes and could not
see going disc. The new SRAM road disc brakes at least look more
presentable.
On Wednesday, October 2, 2013 9:42:27 PM UTC-5, RJM
I agree with previous comments, I would not worry about using the rack on
your SH. I think some readers (myself included) are almost shocked to
see negative things written about products in magazines since most mags are
merely long editorial advertisements, and any verbiage not glowingly
Realize the intent of the Mark's rack:
Nitto and Grand Bois have their nice canti-mount racks out there, and when
you can use it, it's the rack to go-to.
The whole reason the Mark's rack came about was so that you could put a
rack on a bike w/o canti posts... and when you go to
weight-wise, all you're paying for is the steel fork-bolt strap, a couple
of Nitto rod bolts, and a couple of extra inches of aluminum rod - barely a
couple of ounces. Have the VO canti-mount rack on my daughter's bike and
the stiffness is notable.
It's just an opinion .. an Apple isn't an Orange so if you don't
like one or the other it doesn't make one or the other any better than
the other.
Two distinctly different racks. Yes, they are Racks, as fruit is fruit, but
the similarities end there.
BQ contradicts themselves
even simpler than that - if you have canti brakes, use a canti-brake rack.
If you don't, use the other kind.
On Wednesday, October 2, 2013 9:07:43 AM UTC-5, Garth wrote:
It's just an opinion .. an Apple isn't an Orange so if you don't
like one or the other it doesn't make
Consider that we are talking about a full-custom carbon bike that weighs
only 21 pounds with 650B tires and lights and costs $ 11,600. In that
context, Mark's rack seemed out of place. I'd rather replace the carbon
stem with an aluminum one, and spend the savings on a custom rack.
A photo of
On Wednesday, October 2, 2013 10:36:41 AM UTC-4, Jan Heine wrote:
Consider that we are talking about a full-custom carbon bike that weighs
only 21 pounds with 650B tires and lights and costs $ 11,600. In that
context, Mark's rack seemed out of place. I'd rather replace the carbon
stem with
Jan, thanks for the context. The Marks rack would look a bit cobbled on a
$12,000 carbon bike.
On Wednesday, October 2, 2013 10:13:59 AM UTC-5, Leslie wrote:
On Wednesday, October 2, 2013 10:36:41 AM UTC-4, Jan Heine wrote:
Consider that we are talking about a full-custom carbon bike that
Definitely, thanks for the context.
SH is a fine bike. But even Riv promotes it as a more affordable option
for people who may not want to spend for an AHH or Atlantis. How well or
not Mark's rack suits a Calfee custom has absolutely nothing to do with how
it suits an SH.
On Wednesday,
The Nitto Canti rack is the M12. They also make a M12SL, made from tubular
stainless steel. 250g/215g.
http://www.alexscycle.com/campee-1/camping-carrier/nitto-m12sl.html
I use the 2 struts on top to attach Mark's rack to the Bombadil crown
instead of the tang, and it is as solid as it
$11k on a custom performance bike and it still doesn't meet the riders
requirements, crazy!
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Seems like a dummy move - shoulda used a Nitto Mini-Campee.
-J
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I would think if you were dropping 11k on a bike you would spend the couple
hundred on a custom rack...
On Oct 2, 2013 8:37 PM, justinaug...@gmail.com wrote:
Seems like a dummy move - shoulda used a Nitto Mini-Campee.
-J
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In the context of the original question that started this thread, perhaps
what sort of front rack Jan would prefer on an $11,600 full-custom carbon
bike may not be particularly relevant to choosing a front rack for your Sam
Hillborne.
On Wednesday, October 2, 2013 7:36:41 AM UTC-7, Jan Heine
More pics of the carbon rando bike:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVy2iKYmqK8
FWIW, I don't believe that is a Mark's rack. My Mark's rack has a front
plate that I use to mount my E3 headlight, Also the Marks rack has mounting
points for two sets of struts. The rack in question only has one
I must be missing something. Is an $11,600 bike relevant to BQ readers?
On Wednesday, October 2, 2013 9:36:41 AM UTC-5, Jan Heine wrote:
Consider that we are talking about a full-custom carbon bike that weighs
only 21 pounds with 650B tires and lights and costs $ 11,600. In that
context,
On 10/02/2013 10:13 PM, Will wrote:
I must be missing something. Is an $11,600 bike relevant to BQ readers?
Why wouldn't it be?
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Absolutely! BQ is seeking the absolute best possible performing bikes. It
would be very hard to keep a new Rene Herse under $12000
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I bet it is a fantastic bike to ride. One can dream
On Wednesday, October 2, 2013 10:17:51 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote:
On 10/02/2013 10:13 PM, Will wrote:
I must be missing something. Is an $11,600 bike relevant to BQ readers?
Why wouldn't it be?
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I don't get the love of disk brakes on road bikes going onI just really
don't.
On Wednesday, October 2, 2013 8:56:52 PM UTC-5, Brian Campbell wrote:
More pics of the carbon rando bike:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVy2iKYmqK8
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Given the source, I suppose the author would prefer one of these
http://www.compasscycle.com/racks_gb_wide.html
http://www.compasscycle.com/racks_gb_narrow.html
captions on the Racks/Bags page say Made by Nitto, strong and light.
On Tuesday, October 1, 2013 7:38:17 PM UTC-7, Edwin W wrote:
I have marks rack on my AHH and I can't say its heavy or flexy, it just is.
Everyone is different, it does a good job for me.
Kelly
On Tuesday, October 1, 2013 9:38:17 PM UTC-5, Edwin W wrote:
In the picture of Mark's rack on the Calfee Adventure, the caption reads,
Heavy and flexible
Well, he's got a point. I've used Mark's rack and the Canti-versioned
Mark's rack which is a substantially different. The Nitto front rack
designed for cantis is very strong, very beautiful. Strong because the
struts are not bolted to the rack top but brazed there. Also, the
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