It seems that this fits certain bike racks better than others. Since I haven't purchased a rack yet, can anyone recommend a rack that fits perfectly?
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It hooks right onto the edge of my Topeak explorer rear rack in the more rearward of the two slots. It has room to slide forward a few inches, but I find that if I put it on too far forward, it's easy to push back with my foot even while riding. I've never found it to be a problem.
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I have had this basket for several years and haven't found a rear rack (my own bike, borrows, or rentals) that it won't fit on. Also the handles are semi pliable, so I assume if you did find one that is oddly shaped, you could make the necessary adjustment.
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You are better off going for a rack basket combo from one manufacturer. I have a universal rack and this basket slides right in. Note that these dont click into place but slide in so the weight of what you are carrying actually secures it better.
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I carry two adult bikes, most of the time; which is half the capacity of the rack. The distance is the width of the uprights, that you see in the picture. I turn the adult bikes the opposite direction, and still, the pedals will have to be moved to accommodate the bikes. However, it's not difficult to find a way to make them fit well! And, the hooks, that the bike tires hang on, move up and down the upright, to allow a better fit!
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I purchased the Topeak rack, which technically has all of its own accessories, but you don't need to purchase them. I figure I can upgrade later if I want. I like the rack because it is very sturdy. This basket really does fit any rack, but I love how large it is. Because it is so large, purchase a bigger bungee net. I purchased the suggested one & it's VERY tight. I also like this basket because, as a plus sized rider, I have a little hang over with my rear & the basket does not get in the way. Hope that helps. Anyway, go with the Topeak.
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Carlie, you know, I'm not sure. I had to return mine as they didn't fit what I found out where Thule bars on my Soul. If I were you, I'd order them. Go to a Roof Rack place and see what bars they fit on, then return them if they don't. I know it's a hassle--but a good process of elimination. And besides, if you're protecting (like I was ) well over 6-digits in bicycles, I didn't want to chance them not fitting well.
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I am not sure if a specific rack fits this bike. I had a room to store it is, which did not require a rack. Based on the size, I believe a standard bike rack will fit this bike.
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Topeak also makes a rack that fastens in the pre-threaded holes on the bike frame near the rear wheel hub. Reply back if you have any questions and I'll get you a link to the other type of rack
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Yes, there could be a problem with that depending on the size of your bikes. It rubbed on mine. But even more of a problem is the design of the rubber pieces to securely hold the bike to the rack. The straps are not well designed. They are too short and very hard to pull over the bike tube and hook. I would not recommend this rack. I now use it to hang my A frame ladder and, after we are parked, it is also used to hang wet clothes!
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Topeak has an excellent site -www.topeak.com Your bag will fit on all three. The difference in racks is how they are made to fit over the rear tire. They all clamp to the seat post: the E extends straight out, so if your tire sits higher than where you attach it, the E will not fit on the bike; the A slants up before it goes parallel to the ground, so it clears a high rear wheel like that on most road bikes (I use this on my tandem -small stoker); the V slants down (large frame road or bike with small wheels. Mostly you want the one that sits closest to the wheels, especially if you throw your leg over the rear wheel to mount the bike. Look at your seatpost and where you would clamp this on and figure out if you can extend straight out or need to go up or down to just clear the wheel. They all mount and work the same, it's just about wheel clearance. I have all three, the A I bought first and have no use for as it sits way too high and I can't straddle my commuter, so I ended up getting the E.
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Yes that's exactly what it means. And that happens with both the regular and premium model. Great Bike Rack, you'll love it.
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Not all bike racks are the same. I have a Transit bike rack and have about .25" clearance above the fender.
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I have this exact one and I don't think a standard bike rack would work! I just put it in the back of my pick up. Great bike!!!
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Unfortunately no, at least not mine. My rack prevented snagging, though I used it on a rack from oldmanmountain.com
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It DOES fit a standard rack but the stupid rack adaptor things have the screw holes drilled slightly out of line with the holes on rack rail. 30 seconds with a metal file fixed the problem
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Thule's website has a vehicle identification program on their website that will tell you every option they have that will fit your vehicle. At times they discontinue products as was the case with my vehicle; then you might try contacting a bicycle company of your choice such as (bike barn.com) and they can perhaps look back and see if Thule ever made a rack for your vehicle and then if discontinued you can do a search on amazon for your fit kit you need, as did I, successfully.
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I have axiom panniers and they hook on just fine. You won't find a better rack if you don't have the eyelets on your frame. Great choice for newer road bikes.
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If it were me I would try it first without. You can always get one later. However if the seller allows returns and covers shipping... Why not get it? This rack is really strong and may hold it on one tine if it is strapped down well. Another idea is to hook one part of the bike on a tine and tie the other end to a tine. I hope this helps.
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The rack fits nicely on my 28" 700c bike. You may need to use a little muscle to squeeze the main bars to the back wheels. Hope it helps!