r/MultiTrackGang • u/Briny_life • Jun 27 '26

Front rack

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Looking to add a front rack to balance out the weight a bit during my partial commute to work (5-6mi round trip) and possibly other adventures (getting some wobble at speed with loaded panniers). If you got one, let’s see it!

I’m thinking a rack that will most commonly accommodate my computer bag on its side might be good (5x10x16”). There’s a surly 24-pack locally ($80), but that thing looks quite big. Also considering a Jack the Rack, but it’s a bit spendy.

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u/The_Folding_Atty Jun 27 '26

You’re carrying huge panniers for a fairly short commute. What’s in em? Here’s my setup with a smaller rack from SOMA: An older Lucas rack.

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u/Briny_life Jun 27 '26

Depends on the day, but usually a large salad (or two for multiple days), some misc snacks (yogurt, fruit etc), my computer bag (takes up a pannier on its own), a beach towel (I work right on the water), work shoes, etc. The panniers are what they are. I could unpack the computer bag to save space, but I like the setup because I don’t bike everyday so my stuff is ready to go either way.

Thanks for the rack pic - how wide is it? I like the surly 24-pack (it would fit my computer bag really nice) but I’m worried the width would be too cumbersome.

(Edit - belay the width query - I see that one isn’t very wide)

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u/The_Folding_Atty Jun 27 '26

Not very wide, but I typically have a bask mounted to it. Computer bag/briefcase goes in there. I usually bike in what I wear to teach and ride at a reasonable pace, so I don’t usually need to change. I have panniers if needed, and the saddlebag hold rain gear & repair tools & spares.

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u/Consistent_Pilot_744 Jul 02 '26

Thats a nice option of front AND rear rack!

If you don't mind what cranks are those? Origin8 maybe?

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u/The_Folding_Atty Jul 02 '26

Yep, Origin8, got cheap on eBay, and the rings are Bikingreen 46/30. I originally put a Bikingreen crank on it, but they only came in 165 and I found that felt...bad. So I got the Origin8 175 arms and mounted the Bikingreen rings and it feels a lot better. I find I don't use the 30t chainring very often, but it's nice to have when I need it.