Best, clearest and most comprehensive video on how to instal rear rack when you don’t have the standard mounts/fittings on your mountain bike! Thank you, your advice is much appreciated! Katy
This was very well paced, helpful and point by point, step by step about what to do to get the best and safest results for a rear back rack installation. Thank you for letting the viewer know what to use if you don't have one thing or the other to mount your rear bike rack. Thank you so much for this very informative step by step tutorial. ***** (five stars)
Thank you so very much for this!! I bought a Bell Cargo rack for my son's bike and the instructions and diagram were as clear as mud. I tried going to the company's website with no luck and when I called their consumer help line the only thing they could do is send me a picture. You have saved one mechanically challenged mom from a huge amount of frustration. :)
This really helped because I didn't realize (duh) that the bike already had mount adapters. This made it better for me to buy this type versus the seat only mounted item. These shown appear better for those buying saddlebag planniers
Awesome video! I need some P-clamps now. My fault that I bought a rack with the seat post when I should have bought another type for my mountain bike. Thanks so much!!!!
I wish I could like this video more than once. It is surprisingly hard to find a straightforward explainer guide on this topic where there isn't an overwhelming amount of jargon, or the explainer did half the steps off camera.
Great video. I got my first rack from amazon tonight, and the instructions were lame and my bike was not setup the 'easy' way. Frustrating, but thanks to your video, I now know the solutions I should be looking at.
my bike had NO instructions at all for bike rack or adjusting anything!! thanks to this video within 2 minutes of work my electric bike now has a bike rack, many thanks :)
Exactly what I needed, because my bike doesn't have pre-drilled bolts and I was sure there had to be some solution. I'm off to find a brake bridge adapter! Thank you.
very good clear vid. Only question is, what doyou do if the moveable rods you afix to the rack are too short to reach the holes on ther frame, even after bending them? I had to put my seat all the way forward to get it to fit, and the back of the seat is right up againt the rack... I deally I'd like the rack to go back a bit so the seat has a small gap behind it
Great video! I got a Bell cargo rack that came with horrible instructions as well. It came with a "pivot" piece but seemingly not enough bolts/screws. Who know you could just bend the strut into position. Thank you!
If the left arm of my rack can't fit because of my brake callipers, is there some kind of clamp or adapter I can buy so that I can fit both arms to the frame?
Thanks for this video. We got a 24" bike for my 10-yr-old at Walmart because he desperately needed a bike to get to school. Only two choices at our Walmart. Very heavy bike. :( We bought a "Bell Cargo Rack" at the same time. It had NO instructions whatsoever, and the parts and screws were a mystery to us. Thanks to your video, we're working it out, although it needs a seat post adapter which wasn't in the package for the Bell Cargo Rack. Moral of story, Walmart not good for bikes.
My upper brackets are only 1 5/8 " apart between the holes. The holes in the bike are 3" apart. Since the brackets are flat horizontally they don't bend sideways only up and down. Is there a premade adapter to accommodate this problem?
Perfect video. As said elsewhere, the instructions with our carrier were pitiful. I especially like the 'What If' section, too many videos only cover the easy bits. Well done Saul!
thank you. my bike has rear suspension and no seat pole (sorry i dont know the correct terms) there are no holes on the rame but the bit by the wheels has two sets of holes...can i install a rear rack with just this?
Hello Velotique great video! I have a question a friend of my gave me te Topeak baby seat with out the bike rack my question is if the Topeak seat fits on any rack or some rack o it has to be the topeak rack, thank you for your help.
Thank you for you video. it`s very interesting for me. My bike has not holes for the rack and now i haver an idea to do it.. (i think than a need a adapter for the holes) Best regards
Thanks, Radosław K! I reached out to velotique a few weeks ago, and said he would ask his colleague to provide me a link to the very seat post mount shown in the video, but nothing yet. Found this on Amazon, and it's just a matter of measuring the diameter of the seat tube. Thanks again for the link!
velotique That's okay! Your instructional videos are invaluable! I'll use them for reference when I need a refresher on the repair basics when I go on my journey.
I bought a BMX not that long ago. It came with the older school brake calipers with the U shaped spring and they don't work worth a crap. Is there a way to meke them stronger? I know people don't use these brakes much anymore but i've had those brakes in the past that would lock up no problem. Just wondering if it's something that i'm missing, thanks.
Three things to run through if you want to improve stopping power. First check cable tension. Second check brake pad alignment. Third invesitage the amount of rubber left on your pads. The issue may just be that you need mew brake pads. Another thing to note is that new brake pads, will have more rubber, meaning you wont have to tighten the cable as much before they come into contact with the rim. Hope this helps, and if all else fails, tektro is a good brand that makes bmx style replacement brakes.
Can you install a rear rack on a Roadmaster Granite Peak ? Because the way it's designed it only has one hole, but it's centered not onthe sides like tour bike.. What can i do??
Im pretty sure my bike doesnt have holes at the dropout nor at the frame behind the seat post. This mean there isnt a bike rack I can use?my frame is a fixe and doesnt have holes anywhere on the frame... not even brake line clamps...i can get a clamp adapter but what about the dropout holes?
Best, clearest and most comprehensive video on how to instal rear rack when you don’t have the standard mounts/fittings on your mountain bike! Thank you, your advice is much appreciated! Katy
Glad to help.
The instructions that came with my bike rack were severely lacking in detail. This was just what I needed! I was done in less than 10 minutes! Thanks!
This was very well paced, helpful and point by point, step by step about what to do to get the best and safest results for a rear back rack installation. Thank you for letting the viewer know what to use if you don't have one thing or the other to mount your rear bike rack. Thank you so much for this very informative step by step tutorial. ***** (five stars)
I appreciate that! Thank you.
Thank you so very much for this!! I bought a Bell Cargo rack for my son's bike and the instructions and diagram were as clear as mud. I tried going to the company's website with no luck and when I called their consumer help line the only thing they could do is send me a picture. You have saved one mechanically challenged mom from a huge amount of frustration. :)
I was so irritated because the struts weren't alining with the holes but now I find that the struts need to be bent.
- Thank's
Very helpful! Cleared up some questions I had before buying a cargo rack so now I know what I'll need to install it properly.
The most comprehensive video on the subject. Hooray, my bike racks are installed. Thanks!!!
Thank you, I spent a lovely spring afternoon outside , because of you. For once it was simple :) .
Perfect TH-cam tutorial. To the point, clear instruction and good video quality. Thanks!
Thank you.
Was this directed by David Lynch?
HAH!
GREAT COMMENT!
and starring John Malkovich... joke aside, its a great video.
daniel renouf No. It was way too pacey for David Lynch.
I'm deceased
Thank you! Exactly what I needed.
This really helped because I didn't realize (duh) that the bike already had mount adapters. This made it better for me to buy this type versus the seat only mounted item. These shown appear better for those buying saddlebag planniers
Thank you! I Googled forever trying to figure out how to install my monostay brake mount rack and you explained it here! THANKS
You're welcome.
This was a great video! I loved the "What if" section! My bike will need an adapter and now I know what I'm looking for, so thank you!
Great job, Saul!
Thumbs up on the Sickle & Hammer! Very sassy, especially for a Canadian! You rock!
Thanks.
Thanks Saul! I've been wondering! I will order my rack now!
Awesome video! I need some P-clamps now. My fault that I bought a rack with the seat post when I should have bought another type for my mountain bike. Thanks so much!!!!
Thanks to you I could manage to do this by myself! Thank you!!
I used this to build a bike rack on my bike. Now my bike carries itself. Thanks!
This video is a lifesaver, and to the point. Thanks!
Great production value, and great content as well. That was really helpful!
Thank you.
Awesome explanation. I really enjoyed it
Was just the easiest of instructions, thank you. Was dreading doing the job but you made it fearless and easy!
I'm glad.
I wish I could like this video more than once. It is surprisingly hard to find a straightforward explainer guide on this topic where there isn't an overwhelming amount of jargon, or the explainer did half the steps off camera.
Thank you. You are very kind.
Best video on this I've seen out of dozens, thank you
Thank you
This was soooooo much nicer than the local bike shop! Thanks.
You're welcome.
very nice!! especially when providing all the solution when my bike has no holes on the frame. thank you !!
You're welcome!
Thank you so much for these helpful tips!
Thanks. I attached mine today and appreciated a little coaching.
Glad it worked.
This man deserves an A+
Great video with good ideas for instal the rack in any bike. Thanks a lot.
Thank you, this was very helpful! The adapter part let me know what I need to look for!
Excellent and clear video. Really helped me out :) Thanks!
Thanks for the super clear video! Was glad to be able to do this by myself
Glad to hear it.
Thanks Saul! I always enjoy your videos. Would it be possible to do a video over bicycle bags and panniers? Just curious. Thanks again.
I like his vibe. Very chill and reassuring.
Thank you.
Very helpful on the part about the bikes without mounting holes.
This was very helpful for a newbie biker...thank you! I didn't know adapters were available!
Glad I could help!
Great video. I got my first rack from amazon tonight, and the instructions were lame and my bike was not setup the 'easy' way. Frustrating, but thanks to your video, I now know the solutions I should be looking at.
thanks guys.i had one exactly the same and your instructions were perfect
Glad it worked.
Straight forward instruction and in plain English so even numpties like my self can understand. Got the job done in 15 min. Many Many thanks
Glad to help.
Sick bike and well filmed video brother.
Thanks.
my bike had NO instructions at all for bike rack or adjusting anything!! thanks to this video within 2 minutes of work my electric bike now has a bike rack, many thanks :)
Glad it helped!
Clearest explanation I've found :) could you do a little more explanation on how the clamp adapters should be used, please?
This video was super helpful!!
Thanks! That was very clear. Off to install mine now :)
Very informative. Thank you! The adapter/clamp is what I need to get!
You are very welcome. I'm glad you found it informative.
This was reaaaaallyy useful THANKS!
Glad it was helpful!
Nice video. Thank you for all of the information.
good, short and informative.
Exactly what I needed, because my bike doesn't have pre-drilled bolts and I was sure there had to be some solution. I'm off to find a brake bridge adapter! Thank you.
Thank you this was perfect! 👏
Thanks...What do you suggest regarding Bags?
Great video, very helpful.
Holy crap. I didn't know there were so many options. Thanks.
Thank you. I'm glad you found it informative.
Perfect! Was done in 20 mins! Thanks so much.
Fantastic!
best bicycle frame i have ever seen.
Thank you, very helpful video.
Thanks man, this was totally helpful!
Glad to help.
Thanks. Really appreciate ur video.
You are very welcome. I'm glad you found it informative.
Easy to use and very sturdy!
Great video! Very easy to inderstand.
very good clear vid. Only question is, what doyou do if the moveable rods you afix to the rack are too short to reach the holes on ther frame, even after bending them? I had to put my seat all the way forward to get it to fit, and the back of the seat is right up againt the rack... I deally I'd like the rack to go back a bit so the seat has a small gap behind it
You might need to order longer struts or make extensions.
Thank you. You helped me!
This video is cute I love the horn sound effect !
Thank you.
I just got a child seat for my bike that needs to be put on a rack like this and this helps a lot! Thank you for this video!
Glad to help.
Great video! Thanks!
Any tips freeing up dropout holes that are tight? probably due to paint inside the threads?
Thank you so much for this!!! ❤🎉
You are so welcome!
Thank you for this. You’re awesome.
You are so welcome!
Great video! I got a Bell cargo rack that came with horrible instructions as well. It came with a "pivot" piece but seemingly not enough bolts/screws. Who know you could just bend the strut into position. Thank you!
Thanks! very helpful :)
If the left arm of my rack can't fit because of my brake callipers, is there some kind of clamp or adapter I can buy so that I can fit both arms to the frame?
Thanks for this video. We got a 24" bike for my 10-yr-old at Walmart because he desperately needed a bike to get to school. Only two choices at our Walmart. Very heavy bike. :( We bought a "Bell Cargo Rack" at the same time. It had NO instructions whatsoever, and the parts and screws were a mystery to us. Thanks to your video, we're working it out, although it needs a seat post adapter which wasn't in the package for the Bell Cargo Rack.
Moral of story, Walmart not good for bikes.
Thank you sir for your video!!
My upper brackets are only 1 5/8 " apart between the holes.
The holes in the bike are 3" apart.
Since the brackets are flat horizontally they don't bend sideways only up and down.
Is there a premade adapter to accommodate this problem?
Thank you this was very helpful:)
Glad it was helpful!
Nice video full description of all type of bikes thanks =)
Perfect video. As said elsewhere, the instructions with our carrier were pitiful. I especially like the 'What If' section, too many videos only cover the easy bits. Well done Saul!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great Video. What type of bottle cages are they?
this video was helpful, thanks!
Glad to hear it.
thank you. my bike has rear suspension and no seat pole (sorry i dont know the correct terms) there are no holes on the rame but the bit by the wheels has two sets of holes...can i install a rear rack with just this?
You might need some clamp adapters as well.
what if their isnt eyelits (holes for bolts) on the rear drop out?
buy a tap
Edward Wray what’s a tap
Perfect!! Thanks mate!
my bike has pre drilled holes, but the nut at the end of the bolt doesn't clear the gears by a hair could I just file away at the nut?
Brilliant advice
I dont have holes i can access qith my hydronic disc brakes. Any adapters for them?
Hello Velotique great video! I have a question a friend of my gave me te Topeak baby seat with out the bike rack my question is if the Topeak seat fits on any rack or some rack o it has to be the topeak rack, thank you for your help.
It is designed to only fit the specific rack that Topeak made for that specific seat.
Thank you for you video. it`s very interesting for me. My bike has not holes for the rack and now i haver an idea to do it.. (i think than a need a adapter for the holes)
Best regards
+velotique Where do I find seat post adapters found on 3:42? I've tried searching online for these, but no luck. Where could I go to find one?
Thanks, Radosław K! I reached out to velotique a few weeks ago, and said he would ask his colleague to provide me a link to the very seat post mount shown in the video, but nothing yet. Found this on Amazon, and it's just a matter of measuring the diameter of the seat tube. Thanks again for the link!
Sorry they were unable to help you Bryan. Thanks for the link Radoslaw.
velotique That's okay! Your instructional videos are invaluable! I'll use them for reference when I need a refresher on the repair basics when I go on my journey.
That was very helpful.
Very helpful. Thanks a lot :D
I bought a BMX not that long ago. It came with the older school brake calipers with the U shaped spring and they don't work worth a crap. Is there a way to meke them stronger? I know people don't use these brakes much anymore but i've had those brakes in the past that would lock up no problem. Just wondering if it's something that i'm missing, thanks.
Three things to run through if you want to improve stopping power. First check cable tension. Second check brake pad alignment. Third invesitage the amount of rubber left on your pads. The issue may just be that you need mew brake pads. Another thing to note is that new brake pads, will have more rubber, meaning you wont have to tighten the cable as much before they come into contact with the rim. Hope this helps, and if all else fails, tektro is a good brand that makes bmx style replacement brakes.
so easy. thank you for the video
You are very welcome. I'm glad you found it informative.
Can you install a rear rack on a Roadmaster Granite Peak ?
Because the way it's designed it only has one hole, but it's centered not onthe sides like tour bike.. What can i do??
Clamp adapters may be required.
Very helpful, thanks.
You are very welcome. I'm glad you found it informative.
Thank you for the video!!
You're welcome.
Im pretty sure my bike doesnt have holes at the dropout nor at the frame behind the seat post. This mean there isnt a bike rack I can use?my frame is a fixe and doesnt have holes anywhere on the frame... not even brake line clamps...i can get a clamp adapter but what about the dropout holes?
adapters u say hmm.. why didnt i thought about that anyway thank u for this vid. its very informative thnx
I have a 21 Speed Next mountain bike, what kind of rack is good for it?It has a suspension spring in the middle.