Name: Pannier Rack
SKU: pannier-rack
Availability: InStock

Sign up for stock updates

Send us your details, and we’ll keep you posted when our products are back and available to order. This will not sign you up to our mailing list.

Carbon or Alloy

Carbon

-Lighter option
-More expensive
-Maximum load: 27kg
-Material: Toray T700 carbon fibre

Carbon fibre offers exceptional strength to weight, meaning a lighter arch that is still capable of carrying the same load as our Alloy arches. If weight saving is a priority for you, then carbon fibre is the way to go.

Weights (without Pannier Mounts)
Carbon Rack: 317g
Carbon Integrated with bag: 700g – 922g depending on chosen bag type (SpeedPack/CargoPack)

Alloy

-Heavier option
-Cheaper
-Maximum load: 27kg
-Material: 6061-T6 Alloy

If you’re heading off-road, away from civilisation, then we’d recommend our Alloy options. Why? In worst case scenarios (dropping or crashing your bike) an Alloy Arch can withstand abuse a little better and can possibly be repaired or ridden when damaged – it will tend to bend. The Alloy options has additional triple bosses to attach accessories such as a Cage.

Weights (without Pannier Mounts)
Alloy Rack: 542g
Alloy Integrated with bag: 907 – 1129g depending on chosen bag type (SpeedPack/CargoPack)

What are Pannier Mounts?

Pannier Mounts let you attach side bags for extra carrying capacity. As they’re built into the rack at the point of manufacture, they can’t be added later – so you need to decide now. Most riders get them for flexibility, even if not using panniers straight away.

How should the Bag attach to the Rack?

Fixed to Rack: Secured System

Rack and Bag work as one. Built for serious off-road adventures

Recommended for MTB and Gravel bikes

Removable: Quick Access

Bag removes from rack. Perfect for groceries, cafe stops, and commutes

Recommended for Road and Touring bikes

Guide to Top Stay Length

Which Top Stay is right for me?

XS to L Bike Size (formerly ‘Long Top Stay’) – For riders who feel they will need a little extra space behind the saddle when using the Removable Top Bag:

for smaller bike frame sizes (<56cm)
less than 100mm visible seat post
if you have a dropper post fitted to your bike
saddle positioned far back on its rails
if you plan to carry items on top of the bag (e.g sleep mat strapped to the bag)

L+ Bike Size (formerly ‘Short Top Stay’) – Use the below as a general guide:

with L bike frame sizes (>56cm)
100mm or more visible seat post
no dropper post fitted to your bike
riders who want maximum aero benefits

Top Stay Specifications

Below shows the difference in real terms between the two sizes:

How will the Rack attach to my bike

Tailfin Axle Mount

Fit a Tailfin Rack by removing your bike’s axle and replacing with our Tailfin Axle. Watch how

Recommended for the strongest mounting method.

Frame Mount Adaptors

Fit Tailfin Frame Mount Adaptors to your bike’s pannier mounts.
Watch how

– Please check with your bike’s manufacturer that your frame is suitable for attaching a rack, as some frame mounts are used only for mudguards.

Whats the difference between our axles?

We supply 1 of these 3 axles with all of our rear racks. The axle you need will depend on your bike.

Single Thru Axle

Modern bikes use thru axles, select the single thru axle if you know your pitch thread.

Universal Thru Axle

Ships with multiple thru axles to fit all bikes

Quick Release Axle

Usually found on older bikes and are usually hollow with a lever on one side.

Pannier Accessories

Laptop Holster

What is a Laptop Holster? A protective support attachment for Tailfin Panniers, to keep your laptop secure and protected from impacts. Includes a zippered pocket for small items. 16L holster fits a 14″ laptop / 22L holster fits a 16″ laptop

How does it work? The holster suspends your laptop within the pannier, creating a protective gap at the bottom. If dropped, the bag absorbs the impact before your laptop is damaged.

Shoulder Strap

What is the shoulder strap? A strong padded strap for carrying panniers. Attaches via G-hook clips.

What’s great about it? Seamless foam padding won’t dig into your shoulder. Fully adjustable and reversible – wear it either way. Stays tidy when shortened, won’t flap around. Heavy-duty G-hook clip for secure attachment.

Clip-on Rear Light

What is the wearable light? Compact rechargeable safety light that clips onto Panniers.

What’s great about it? Clips directly onto pannier straps or bags for instant visibility. Six lighting modes with 35-lumen COB LED. USB rechargeable with a low battery indicator. Perfect for commuting or bikepacking.

Packing Cubes

Stay Organised, Pack Smart

Avoid the dreaded ‘yard sale’ effect when emptying your things at the end of a day in the saddle. These Packing Cubes have been designed to simplify the packing process and to maximise the capacity inside Tailfin’s Rear Packs by incorporating clever shaping, thoughtful details, and high-performance fabrics.

With all three weighing less than 155g, we think that better organisation is worth the minor weight penalty.

Navigate to the Packing Cubes product page for more information

HydroMount Comparison


Pack Type	HydroMount – Basic	HydroMount – Full
What’s it for?	Mounting bottle cages and cargo cages	Mounting bottle cages and cargo cages
Capacity	Up to 1kg weight	Up to 1.5kg
Straps included	2 x 18cm TPU strap	3 x 18cm TPU strap 3 x 29cm TPU strap
Bolts included	Full set included	Full set included
Standard 64mm bolt spacing
Suitable for larger diameter tubing (>Ø50mm) e.g. Carbon frames

Pannier Rack

Which Rack material would you like? Which Rack material would you like?

Do you want your Rack to be able to carry Panniers? Do you want your Rack to be able to carry Panniers?

Do you want to add a Top Bag? Do you want to add a Top Bag?

How should the Bag attach to the Rack? How should the Bag attach to the Rack?

Do you want to add Pannier Bags? Do you want to add Pannier Bags?

Which size bike will this fit to? Which size bike will this fit to?

How will the Rack attach to your bike? How will the Rack attach to your bike?

Which rear axle do you need? Which rear axle do you need?

What's your axle pitch thread? What's your axle pitch thread?

Does your bike need adaptors? Does your bike need adaptors?

Laptop Holsters Laptop Holsters

Pannier Addons Pannier Addons

Packing cubes Packing cubes

Lights & Mounts Lights & Mounts

HydroMount HydroMount

Also required:

Need more help? View our helpful guides.

Need more Axles for other bikes?