Topeak QR Beam Rack MTX Bicycle Rack
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Description of Topeak QR Beam Rack MTX Bicycle Rack
Welded 6061 aluminum, clips onto Topeak MTX or EX Beam Racks. Recommended when using the MTX Trunk Bag EXP on MTX/EX racks.Compatible with MTX trunk bags with a maximum 20-pound capacity, the Topeak MTX beam rack lets you carry clothes, gear, groceries, and whatever else you want on the rear of your bike. The rack--which is designed for mountain bike or heavy commuting use--includes two rubber bungees for attaching items, along with a safety reflector to illuminate your bike after dusk. Other features include an improved QR mechanism that's ultra secure and easy to use, a RedLite mount, and a tail light mount. The bike rack is available in three different frame sizes: A-type for small frames, E-type for normal frames, and V-type for large frames.
Specifications:
- Bag compatibility: MTX series
- Clamp: QR fits 25.4 to 31.8mm (shims included)
- Material: Aluminum beam
- Maximum weight capacity: 20 pounds
- Dimensions: 5 by 3.2 by 21.3 inches (W x H x D)
- Weight: 1.5 pounds
About Topeak
Topeak has received an avalanche of awards and accolades since its founding in 1991. The company has developed such innovations as the JowBlow floor pumps with SmartHead technology, which sense and automatically adapt to Schrader and Presta valves without swapping out parts; the award-winning Morph series of mini pumps; the ALiEN multitools, which separate into different parts so cyclists can bring only the tools they need; and the Hexus mini tool and Bikamper personal shelter, which received the prestigious Red Dot award for outstanding design. The most important part of the Topeak story, however, is the passion of the founders and employees, who are cyclists, too. The company is dedicated to making the ride better, and focuses on creating products and accessories to help facilitate an escape from the traffic jams, cubicles, and mind-numbing meetings of everyday life.
Sports reviews of Topeak QR Beam Rack MTX Bicycle Rack
Customer Review: The BeamRack is secure now!
Sport shop rating: 4 Stars
I think Topeak has done their homework on this one. Reading from the reviews years ago, it seems there were problems trying to prevent the BeamRack from slipping and moving. The one that I bought, installed and tested days ago was very stable. And not only did I ride it on cemented roads but on rough trails, too. I think that says a lot.
The product comes with four rubber spacers that you put in the clamp to prevent it from slipping. Make sure that you choose the correct one for your seatpost size. Next, it helps to tighten the quick release to make it secure. I used a hex wrench to do this. When that is over, you're good to go.
Some information on my ride: I rode my bike with the rack, the MTX TrunkBag DXP on top and the side pannier frame attached. I didn't bomb the trail going down.
My specs:
Seatpost: Truvativ Team Double Clamp 27.2 aluminum seatpost
BeamRack: Topeak MTX Beamrack E-Type
Customer Review: Good for what it is, but....
Sport shop rating: 3 Stars
I own a Topeak beam rack. I've used it exactly twice. I cannot fault Topeak's quality. They make quality products, and their customer service is fantastic. The problem I had with the rack is inherent to its design, in my opinion. Topeak chose to use a quick release. Good idea. Unfortunately, a QR doesn't close as tightly as a 4-bolt design---and I got really tired of my rack rotating when I took corners. I didn't overload it---I used the Topeak trunk rack and at most carried scrubs and lunch.
I now own bikes with rack eyelets. I have a traditional rack on one bike and that's ideal. But there is another option for bikes without eyelets----a saddlebag. No, not a SEATbag, but a traditional saddlebag, made by Carradice. They are not cheap, but they will last forever and can work on ANY bike, even the most flyweight of racers. If you use a Brooks saddle, attachment is easy---but there are adapters to work on any saddle. If I only had ONE bike and it had no eyelets, I'd just run a big saddlebag. Much more stable.
Customer Review: Looks nice but....
Sport shop rating: 2 Stars
A great idea but lacks refinement. This rack is ideal if you live in a low crime area and don't hall much very often. I don't hall much but this rack screams take me. I would have loved to see a bolt on connection at least that would make the thief do some work. If you can get it tight enough to your post this rack will work well. I felt the quick release is wasted because I want the rack on most of the time. Good: functions well, and looks nice. Bad: Price a bit high for this price you could get a more sturdy 4 point connection rack, hard to get the perfect fit, easily stolen.
Customer Review: Not exactly what you expect
Sport shop rating: 1 Stars
I bought this thing thinking I could remove it when ever I wanted. So if i wanted to go on a long ride, and I didn't want to transport anything, I would be unencumbered. However, this is not the case. If you put anything over 5 lbs on the rack then it will move around and really mess up your ride.
So to compensate for the swaying you have to screw it on so tight that you have to use tools to remove it. This works a little, but doesn't completely stop it from moving if you got more than 10 lbs on it. So now i am stuck with this thing and since I bought the bag that clips onto it I am forced to buy a stationary rack.
They system is a great idea, but I think the Topeak MTX BeamRack needs more refining. I recommend just getting a topeak stationary rack with the MTX bag system.
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