Road Bike with luggage
barry_kellett99
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I don't know which section this is best suited too, it could go in touring or commuting too I suppose
I have a trek 1200 road bike.
The missus got me a topeak rack and luggage bag (The one that sits on top of the rack on the MTX system) and its a great job. Better than a bag on my back
However, it makes the handling of the bike feel like your riding a big heavy lorry!
I know wider tires would help (I am on 23c's at the minute) but if I put larger tires on I will have to take the mudguards off.
The 1200 is not really meant for commuting with luggage, I know, so what sort of bike will handle well with the weight over the back wheel on this rack?
I've been looking at the Planet-X Uncle John and it looks versatile and could be the ticket? Any other suggestions and experiences?
Cheers.
I have a trek 1200 road bike.
The missus got me a topeak rack and luggage bag (The one that sits on top of the rack on the MTX system) and its a great job. Better than a bag on my back
However, it makes the handling of the bike feel like your riding a big heavy lorry!
I know wider tires would help (I am on 23c's at the minute) but if I put larger tires on I will have to take the mudguards off.
The 1200 is not really meant for commuting with luggage, I know, so what sort of bike will handle well with the weight over the back wheel on this rack?
I've been looking at the Planet-X Uncle John and it looks versatile and could be the ticket? Any other suggestions and experiences?
Cheers.
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