using a rack on a bike without eyelets

[d_douglas]

I am considering going to the dork-side.

I have long believed that racks and panniers were the domain of bike-nerds, and i am now seeing the light. Maybe getting to work without a sweaty back would be a nice change!

SO, I have an old Redline titanium CX bike as my commuter with a Igleheart steel disc fork. The bike uses BB7s and an Alfine drivetrain currently. I have plastic SKS- fenders attached via hose-clamps. The frame has canti post mounts, but I have removed the posts, in case this would be a mounting point for the rack.

What options do I have for attaching a rear rack and using a couple of panniers? I carry a change of clothes and lunch etc., plus occasionally my laptop, though on those days, I suppose that it could go on my back. All this to say, I have been known to load things up, so I will need a secure system.

Are there racks that attach to the axle? I suppose the best thing to do is have a builder add braze-ons for racks, but I am trying to avoid costs over and above the rack and panniers.

Thanks for any suggestions - photos of how you've done it may help!

Darren

[eddief]

bikebagshop.com

http://www.bikebagshop.com/tubus-qr-adapter-p-1032.html

[d_douglas]

mais non! I am using Alfine, so no QR skewer can be used. It needs to fit with a threaded Alfine solid axle.

But we are on the right track!

[jr59]

maybe something like this;

http://www.oldmanmountain.com/Pages/...RearRacks.html

Or maybe a bagman and Caradice set up?

[d_douglas]

Originally Posted by jr59

maybe something like this;

http://www.oldmanmountain.com/Pages/...RearRacks.html

Or maybe a bagman and Caradice set up?

See above ! I don't think these can work since I use an Alfine hub with a solid axle. Other options?

[cinema]

really any mini/full size rack with p-clamps will support a capacious bag like a carradice camper longflap. also their bagman support systems will work. Yes four p-clamps are ok especially for saddle bags. Nitto makes the best p-clamps on the market find them at rivbike

Wald basket that goes through the front skewer http://www.waldsports.com/index.cfm/...-front-basket/. excellent choice embrace your inner dork.

You can also get a full front triangle frame bag, probably the best way to carry anything on your bike, depending on how much you're looking to carry. porcelain rocket will customize.

https://www.revelatedesigns.com/inde...-Bags/Viscacha

[Admiral Ackbar]

there is someone who makes a seat post mounted pannier rack but i can't seem to remember who

edit: blackburn does

could maybe look at something like the arkel randonneur rack
http://www.arkel-od.com/us/arkel-randonneur-rack.html

[d_douglas]

Yes, but I want panniers - I think I will need them for groceries, kids crap on adventures, etc. before the seat post mounted rack.

Man, I am being picky here...

Love the front rack, but think I wouldn't use it enough. My bike already weighs 30lbs! I am sure with lightweight parts, this bike could get to around 18lbs, so I want to be mindful of all the heavy added stuff that is on there - Chariot attachments, Trail a bike attachments (yes, I use both), internal geared hubs, giant lock, fenders, lights blah blah blah...

[Admiral Ackbar]

did you see my edit with the link to the seat post-mounted blackburn pannier rack?

also depending on the size/shape/orientation of your dropouts you may be able to drill & tap some holes and mount a rack that way.

[cinema]

find someone who will braze eyelets on. or add on 4 more p-clamps. still fine for panniers.

[rwerkudara]

Saw this one a commuter's bike and thought it was a neat idea. Pricey, but looks like it fits the bill.

http://www.thule.com/en-us/us/produc...ck-_-pp_100016

[gdw]

+1 for the Thule. Thule bought the Freeload Rack and slightly modified it to work better with panniers. It's a really nice rugged product.
http://www.bikepacking.net/reviews/freeload-rack/

[jtakeda]

How big of a rack?

Committed to a rear rack? I use a cetma rack for the front. Suits my needs perfectly.

[gdw]

double post

[d_douglas]

I need a rack big enough to hold panniers with a good chunk of stuff in them.

I have no idea what I am talking about - I only assume that rear racks are the most stable. Are they? For commuting in the city....

I put a cool Velo Orange front rack on my wife's mixte, but it is there for her sweater or a coffee cup holder or whatever - not for 20lbs of junk. I think they look great, but aren't a great choice, functionally. Am I wrong?