[RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

I added a large Wald to my Nitto mini front rack about 3 months ago, and added struts for reinforcement. Commuting most days. The setup accommodates a work bag + locks + various rain gear. Or alternately, a gym bag and some groceries, secured

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

I have a Rawlands demi- porteur rack on the way for my Sam with centerpulls. I was assured by Rawlands that the rack will work with a spacer washer to clear the headset...we'll see. They also said the Rawlands is good for 22LBS. Jon On Monday, January 30, 2017 at 5:02:14 AM UTC-7, Jon BALER

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

I think I'd prefer a bolt tab on the strut as opposed to a nice looking weld. It is a good looking rack, tho, and I'm going to Pedel Revolution to check one out. Patrick On Sun, Jan 29, 2017 at 9:01 AM arthur wrote: > > Here's another one to consider: a new mass

[RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

Here's another one to consider: a new mass production variation on the Cyclefab/Haulin' Colin front rack: the SOMA demi-porteur: http://www.somafab.com/archives/product/demi-porteur-rack. I have one: it's aluminium, but nicely made. No light mount, but (in my opinion) there are lots of ways

[RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

I had an M18 on my Rambouillet with pclamps and a Docena Demi-Porteur bag and after one too many overstuffed grocery stops I decided that I needed a different rack. I acquired a Nitto 27F and I love it thinking about getting some braze-ons put on to get rid of the clamps. I have not loaded it

[RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

The m18 gets bendy with loads of 4-5lbs, in my experience. I like a mark's rack, and have one on my main bike, but these days I put a long strut down to the drop out. Even then, there is noticeable sway. The whole diving board attachment point seems to need a redesign. I liked the vo

[RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

I agree with you, Matt. To me, it is obvious and self evident, by inspection that the 32F is way stronger than the M18. The Published numbers are what they are. I take responsibility for myself and I make my own decisions. I do run the 32F and I would not run the M18, because of my own

[RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

I find it kind of hard to believe that the 32F is only safe for 4.4 lbs and the M18 safe for ~14+? If those are the advertised figures, either the 4.4lbs is extremely conservative for the 32F or else the 14 lbs. for the M18 is fairly optimistic. The 32F has chromoly brazed-on outer struts and

[RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

The rawland racks are finally available if you like black. The Demiporteur rack is close to the size of a medium wald basket if you want a more robust basket rack. It also has the tombstone for a traditional handlebar bag. https://rawlandcycles.com/collections/gear On Thursday, January 26,

[RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

Nitto Big Front with Wald basket + Large Shopsack + Sackville backabike Panniers is the ultimate, IMO https://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/29932838976 On Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at 3:18:05 PM UTC-8, GerBear wrote: > > Just want to thank all of you. This is rad information. I am

[RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

Just want to thank all of you. This is rad information. I am definitely interested in the Soma the heavier carrying capacity, but all ideas have been really helpful. Cheers On Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at 9:55:45 PM UTC-8, GerBear wrote: > > Hello, looking to add a Wald basket for my AR.

[RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

The SOMA Lucas Mini Alloy front rack is really amazing & only 36 bucks! It's super light, Mounts as easy as any I've tried, looks great, is a great base for attaching a basket and despite the mini in the name is not really that small. I have this rack on 3 different bikes, I am a big fan of it

[RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

On Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at 12:55:45 AM UTC-5, GerBear wrote: > > Hello, looking to add a Wald basket for my AR. Anyone have any good > suggestions? I am more of a slow rider that likes toting six packs and > baguettes than goo kind of guy. > Cheers > I have a Nitto M18 and medium

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

The Nitto M12 should bolt right up to your cantilever posts (and it comes with the required double-ended brake bolts). It's also the cheapest Nitto mini front rack, available for less than $80 new. It works great as a platform for a medium Wald, like any Nitto mini front rack. It also seems (my

[RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

Keep in mind that the mini front racks Riv sells have very limited capacities. The 32f, for example, is rated to 4.4 lbs. If that's enough for you, definitely snag one! I have a 32f and like it, although I'm thinking of trading it for a demi-porteur style rack to be able to carry a bit more

[RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

+1 on everything Matt says above. Cargo nets are great too. Happy hunting! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

My AR has a NItto Mini Campee 32F and a Wald medium basket, and I highly recommend it. I also get tons of use from the medium Sackville shop sack that Rivendell sells, which is sized just right for a medium Wald. On Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at 12:55:45 AM UTC-5, GerBear wrote: > > Hello,