I just received one of the new Platracks the other day, and have it hooked up on my 64cm QB.
My intention was to use it specifically for touring, but am intrigued by the new Slicker sack. So I've checked to see what it feels like to have my normal commute load (laptop, clothes, lunch) on the front rather than the back to see how it rides before throwing down the money. Installation was a breeze, though I have a front B&M generator headlight for which I fabricated a new bracket so that it would not sit higher than the rack (and get in the way of big loads). It turns out that my Baggins "Adam" bag fits on the Platrack quite securely - you can loop the seatpost strap over the hoop, run the main compartment straps over the front of the rack, and even tuck the side compartment buckles under the sides. That setup does not sway one tiny bit, but it's not as quick to take on and off. The NS Lil' Loafer goes on the rear Nitto bag support. Riding with the weight up front feels different, but not in a bad way. However, I've really gotten used to the convenience of the Lil Loafer up front - so easy to get at while pedaling. I like how quick and easy the Slicker appears to go on and off, and the handle is a plus, but my setup pre-Flatrack has worked great for years w/o complaints. I guess I'm just a sucker for nice bicycle luggage :-) Anybody have any thoughts they'd want to share about carrying weight up front vs. on the rear? Any other Platrack feedback? -br --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
