Commuting with tools

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  • mateotu
    mateotu Posts: 33
    chronyx I think you are on the right track, a 15kg load should fit on a decent luggage rack with no trouble.

    If you're looking for tough wheels I'd recommend Spa Cycles, I got some Sputnik rims on XT hubs from them recently. Service via the Interweb was quick, the wheels were nicely packed, and 1000 miles (of rough roads and shopping loads) later, they are still perfectly true. If you give 'em a call they might be able to suggest some good wheels for your loads and your riding style.

    Brakes will be less of a problem than you think. Once you've got 15kg hanging directly over the back dropout, the whole point of having a rear brake will suddenly be revealed ;)
  • chronyx
    chronyx Posts: 455
    I really like the sound of those wheels! How much were they?

    At the moment I am leaving my tools at work - let's just say you really get to know why it's called St. George's Hill when you only have pedal power!
    2007 Giant SCR2 - 'BFG'

    Gone but not forgotten!:
    2005 Specialized Hardrock Sport - 'Red Rocket'
  • mateotu
    mateotu Posts: 33
    Mrs. Mateotu, look the other way now please ... that exact wheelset is currently at 165 quid the pair. Though I'm sure it was cheaper back in January? :?
  • chronyx
    chronyx Posts: 455
    :shock: Oof

    Oh well, worth it if they're that bombproof!
    2007 Giant SCR2 - 'BFG'

    Gone but not forgotten!:
    2005 Specialized Hardrock Sport - 'Red Rocket'
  • meanwhile
    meanwhile Posts: 392
    If you're riding a mountain bike with fat tyres and halfway decent rims, then you're on a rig stressed to take JUMPS with about 100kg of bike and rider mass. Riding on a flat smooth surface with a few extra kilos at commute speeds shouldn't be problem. You might want to learn how to check your wheels for trueness and tweak them every month or two (takes a few minutes) but you should probably do that any way. It's easy. I'd worry more about the effect of the weight at the front or back of the bike on its handling than anything else.

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