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Topeak Explorer Rack

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29er

No Spring
Color 29er
Brand Topeak
Material Aluminum
Item Weight 680 Grams
Mounting Type Rear Seat Mount

About this item

  • 6061 T6 tubular aluminium construction and stainless steel fittings
  • Solid built-in mudshield
  • Secure 4-point fixing
  • MTX QuickTrack compatible with all Topeak TrunkBags & MTX rear baskets
  • Carry loads up to 55lbs/25kg
  • Wt. 680 g / 1.50 lbs
  • Braze-On Type

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Topeak Explorer Rack

EXPLORER 29ER (DISC) (W/O SPRING)

For 29" Wheel w/ Disc Brakes

A tough, tubular aluminum rear rack designed specifically for 29er mountain bikes equipped with disc brakes. The perfect rack for classic loaded touring, commuting or just running errands. QuickTrack compatible for use with any MTX TrunkBag and rear basket.

Specifications

Compatibility MTX TrunkBags / MTX rear baskets
Max Weight Capacity 26 kg / 57 lb
Weight 680 g / 1.50 lb
Attachment Braze-on type
Material 6061 T-6 hollow aluminum
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Product Description

At to Peak, exciting new ideas for accessories are spinning at full speed and driving us ahead in a never ending cycle of innovation. From the dreams of our designers and engineers great cycling accessories are born - spun out from the ever turning gears of their collective imagination. From our humble beginning in 1991 our passion for cycling has evolved into the making of the worlds finest cycling accessories. In almost every category, our products set the standard of innovation, performance and durability. Products like our joeblow series floor Pumps, alien tools and race rocket Mini Pumps to our patented technologies like smart head, twin head, pressure-rite, quick track and quick click systems to the full Service prepstation and panobike App to Peak delivers the convenience and enjoyment your cycling customers deserve Products. Compatibility: MTX TrunkBags / MTX rear baskets

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4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
2,793 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, ease of installation, performance, and weight of the bicycle cargo rack. For example, they mention that the built feels sturdy, the adjustable extensions are great, and the system is simple, reliable, and well executed. That said, some like the value, and appearance. That being said, opinions are mixed on fit, and screws.

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757 customers mention738 positive19 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the bicycle cargo rack. They mention that the built feels sturdy, the adjustable extensions are great, and it hasn't bent or dropped since they've had it. The system is simple, reliable, and well executed. The points are really chunky, which is good for strength, but they interfere with the attachment of the rack to the bicycle. Overall, customers are happy with the product's quality and durability.

"...The rack is rock solid. Several reviewers mentioned the need to bend the arms to fit their bikes, which nearly put me off...." Read more

"Simple and works for my commuter, handles pannier bags, strong...." Read more

"...It seems very secure and there is almost zero movement...." Read more

"...Through six months of use largely on paved streets, the finish has held up well, and shows fewer scratches and nicks than the paint on my bicycle..." Read more

637 customers mention549 positive88 negative

Customers like the ease of installation of the bicycle cargo rack. They mention that the system is simple, reliable, and well executed. They appreciate the ease and speed of the MTX system, which makes it very fast and easy to install on all their bikes. They also appreciate the ability to drill the rack and remove the trunk in seconds. The bike tail light bracket is designed for bike racks and bolts up perfectly. Customers also like that the lock is easily disengaged.

"...All in all, this package makes my commute to work completely hassle-free and I am very glad I bought all three items. Fantastic work, Topeak." Read more

"Simple and works for my commuter, handles pannier bags, strong...." Read more

"...Instructions included large figures and were easy to follow...." Read more

"...Not that it's hard - it's a spring-loaded lock that is easily disengaged when you want it to disengage, but which will stand up to any conceivable..." Read more

360 customers mention343 positive17 negative

Customers like the performance of the bicycle cargo rack. They say it works great, the proprietary grooved attachment tray works perfectly, and mounts and works fine so far. It's sturdy and useful, and the trunkbags are functional. The Topeak system has been very impressive, and they've proven quite handy.

"...The trunk bag really is superb...." Read more

"Simple and works for my commuter, handles pannier bags, strong...." Read more

"...bicycle fit my large (18") hybrid bicycle with some adjusting and works well, but the Axiom Journey Adjustable Cycle Rack, Black..." Read more

"...It is expandable, rugged and works well with Topeak's excellent line of clip-on lights, including the [[ASIN:B007GB2V5S Topeak Mega Red lite..." Read more

146 customers mention131 positive15 negative

Customers like the weight of the bicycle cargo rack. They say it's lighter than expected, smaller bags are great when less weight and a small form factor is desired, and it' s a very sturdy and convenient way to carry what you need for the day. The fact that it' is weight rated to fifty pounds essentially means that you don't need to carry it.

"...rack also appears to be made of a thicker aluminum tubing, but is lighter...." Read more

"...Decent price; lightweight; took quite a while to install without much previous practice, so allow plenty of time...." Read more

"...The fact that it is weight rated to fifty pounds essentially means I don't need to worry much about how much I'm carrying, as is the case with..." Read more

"This thing is great. It's much lighter than I expected, but even stronger. I have no doubt it will hold well over its rated 55 pounds...." Read more

136 customers mention106 positive30 negative

Customers like the value of the bicycle cargo rack. They say it's a good rack at a decent price, and it gives you the best immediate performance for the money.

"...Decent price; lightweight; took quite a while to install without much previous practice, so allow plenty of time...." Read more

"If you need a rack for your bike, this appears to be a decent rack...." Read more

"...I have no doubt that it's the best rack for the price. I will update in the unlikely event of any problems and try to add some pictures...." Read more

"...this is the best rack/bag system out there and it is therefore not the cheapest, though it is not overly priced given its quality...." Read more

132 customers mention120 positive12 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the bicycle cargo rack. They mention that the design of the arms is very good, and it looks pretty good. The rack is sturdy and lightweight, and does look manly. The finish is good, making it a good match with the Topeak MTX bags. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and appearance of this bicycle rack.

"...The first was a soft tail mount rack is it too was well designed and easy to install." Read more

"...The powdercoated frame looks great and I'm sure will stay corrosion free for several years to come...." Read more

"...Looks great with the MTX trunk bag (and Topeak handlebar bag).I purchase a replacement to re-install on the Motobecane...." Read more

"...The rail system (used with the matching bag and paniers) is very nice...." Read more

336 customers mention224 positive112 negative

Customers are mixed about the fit of the bicycle cargo rack. Some mention that it fits perfectly, while others say that it may not fit their bike. The struts to stay tight against the frame, and the integrated pouch fits perfectly into the mesh compartment. However, some customers also say that the original brackets do not fit as they are, and that the rack barely fits horizontally on their 700C-wheeled hybrid.

"...And it folds up into it's own, integrated pouch, which fits perfectly into the mesh compartment on top of the Trunk bag, so it's always there when..." Read more

"...All that said, i like this rack a lot so far. It fit perfectly fine on my hybrid bike...." Read more

"...Yes, the straps are long, so I did end up with excess length tucked up under the rack, but since they don't appear to be in the way of anything, as..." Read more

"...the issues I had installing the Topeak rack, and are much easier to adjust and tighten than the ones that came with this rack...." Read more

139 customers mention63 positive76 negative

Customers are mixed about the screws. Some mention that the rack feels solid, the hardware was all included, and the instructions are simple to understand. However, others say that the screws provided weren't long enough, it doesn't come with enough bolts, and it lacked mounting points on the seat stays.

"...In addition, that screw was slightly too long so it almost came through to the front side of the plastic mount when I tightened it up...." Read more

"...The included screws do fit, they just needed a little help with the proper size allen wrench...." Read more

"...points are really chunky - good for strength, but they interfere with the heads of the screws that mount the derailleur hanger to the dropout, so I..." Read more

"...I did have the holes on the read part of the frame and the screws worked correctly...." Read more

Solid rack for Topeak MTX Trunk Bag
5 Stars
Solid rack for Topeak MTX Trunk Bag
I've been attaching my Topeak MTX Trunk Bag to the Topeak QR Beam Rack (V Type) for recreational rides since 2010. In 2015, I moved to an area that allowed me to commute to work on my bike so the Trunk Bag went from an occasional light duty weekend family ride to a daily ride packed down with change of clothes, shoes, lunch, and repair tools. While I never checked how much weight I had in my Bag, I know it was near the Rack's max weight of 20#. The rack would occasionally creak where it attaches to the seat post and I often had to realign it over my tire after a bumpy ride home on less than stellar roads. I decided it was time to upgrade to a rack that mounted more securely to the bike frame and the Explorer fit the bill.The assembly was pretty straightforward and the rails provided were long enough to reach the mounting holes behind the rear cantilever brake assembly on my Trek FX 7.2. To check the level of the rack before bending the support rails, I:1. placed my bike on level surface2. attached the bottom mounts of the rack first, but didn't tighten3. attached the rails to the bike frame, but didn't tighten3. placed a bullet level on the rack adjusted it either forward or backward until level and then inserted the bolts through the rack into the rails and tightened into position.I had to bend my rails to give them a slight arch to clear the brake assembly and stay level with the rack. but was able to do so without any tools. I also wasn't able to finger start the mounting screws into the frame near the rear gear cassette due to paint overspray on the threads. The included screws do fit, they just needed a little help with the proper size allen wrench.My MTX Trunk Bag slides on the Explorer rack and latches securely as expected. The rack is rock solid and I don't worry about the rack shifting out of position over the rear wheel anymore. I also like having the load taken off the seat post. My only complaint is that the length of the screws for the rails to mount to the rack are longer than necessary. While I'm sure they won't ever hit the tire because the rack doesn't bounce like the QR Beam could, a quarter-inch shorter would make me feel more at easy (see pics).
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Sr Don Choco
5.0 out of 5 stars Gran portabultos
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Reviewed in Mexico on August 12, 2023
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Mi Ab
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Reviewed in Germany on March 2, 2024
Color: 29erSize: DiscStyle: No SpringVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars excellent product
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5.0 out of 5 stars she has a nice rack
Reviewed in Canada on September 7, 2018
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