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Alloy Rack

£230.00

The Tailfin Alloy Rack range pushes durability, practicality and versatility to the fore. Perfect for riders who need a luggage carrying system that can adapt to any use.

Also available in Carbon >

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Specification

Alloy Rack with pannier mounts

x rack pannier rack

Alloy Rack without pannier mounts

Pannier rack
Model
Model

Alloy - with pannier mounts

 Model

Alloy - without pannier mounts

Weight (for fast-release mounting)

572g

 Weight (for fast-release mounting)

469g

Weight (for Direct Mount)

512g

 Weight (for Direct Mount)

409g

Top Bag Dimensions (width)

160mm (rear) / 128mm (front)

 Top Bag Dimensions (width)

160mm (rear) / 128mm (front)

Top Bag Dimensions (length)

430mm

 Top Bag Dimensions (length)

430mm

Top Bag Dimensions (height, unrolled)

420mm (rear) / 380mm (front)

 Top Bag Dimensions (height, unrolled)

420mm (rear) / 380mm (front)

Maximum Load

27kg

 Maximum Load

9kg

Maximum Capacity

66L

 Maximum Capacity

20L

Maximum Top Load

9kg

 Maximum Top Load

9kg

Maximum Side Load

9kg (each side)

 Maximum Side Load

1.5kg per rivet nut

Top Bag Capacity

20L

 Top Bag Capacity

20L

Side Bag Capacity

22L (each side)

 Side Bag Capacity

N/A

*These weights do not include the removable stacking straps (50g) or the removable bag backbone cover (40g)

 

Fitting FAQs

Click here for Rack setups or here for AeroPacks

Assembly requires a Torx T25 key (found on most multi-tools)

26″ Maximum Tyre Width - 4″ / 100mm

27.5″/650B Maximum Tyre Width - 3.5″ / 90mm

29″/700C Maximum Tyre Width - 2.9″ / 75mm

For help choosing your axle, see this page.

For the AeroPack - For riders with small frames or less than 100mm of exposed seatpost, we recommend using the AeroPack Extended Seat Post Connector. This replaces the standard connector and pushes the AeroPack back a further 50mm.

For Racks - We recommend selecting the ‘Long’ Top Stay when ordering your Rack. It offers the same extension as the AeroPack equivalent. For more information and images, click here.

Yes! We genuinely believe “the best bike packing bike is the bike you already own” therefore it was important that all our rack / AeroPack systems could be used with full suspension bikes. Using a unique articulated design each pivot contains replaceable plain bushings which allow it to adjust position as the suspension compresses. They will also work with road and gravel bike suspension systems such as Trek’s IsoSpeed and Cannondale’s Kingpin Suspension.

Yes, the quick-release seatpost connector is compatible with all seat posts- including dropper, carbon, and aero. An extra-long seat post strap is included with all shipments for deep-aero seatposts.

All our racks come with 3 choices of mounting option:

  1. Axle + Fast Release Dropouts - we ship you a rear axle to swap out on your bike, the rack then affixes to this axle in seconds, allowing it to be mounted or removed in seconds.
  2. Frame Mounts + Fast-Release Dropouts - we ship you mounts which screw into the frame eyelets on your frame, the rack then affixes to this mount in seconds, allowing it to be mounted or removed in seconds.
  3. Direct Mount - with this option, you screw the rack directly to your frame via the frame eyelets on your bike. This option is not fast-release, and will need to be unscrewed from frame when mounting or removing.

We have a comprehensive guide to the different options here.

Yes, all Tailfin Racks and AeroPacks come with security screws that allow you to lock to your axle, or frame mounts, depending on your chosen mounting option.

Yes, but you will need to add the 3rd party pannier adaptors to your order

To see more of our frequently asked questions follow this link.

 

Alloy Rack FAQs

The AeroPack is an integrated seat pack, meaning that the top bag and arch are connected together. With the Carbon and Alloy Racks, the top bag is detachable. For some riders this is an important difference, for others, it is not. The AeroPack is lighter for the weight-conscious rider and has a more simplistic design - which is sometimes preferential on longer trips. For more info, read this.

Both alloy and carbon racks have been tested to the same standards and are capable of carrying a maximum of 27kg. The Carbon Rack has been designed to be strong, and we have historically seen close-to-zero failures due to impact. The main differences between the Alloy and Carbon versions of the Rack are weight, price, and aesthetics.

It is possible to mount a seat-post strip light to the Rack, just as you would your regular seat post, but may rub the Rack finish after heavy use. The AP20 top bag has loops made for certain clip-on lights, or we offer Seatpost mounted light mounts, and regular rack mounted light mounts, which affixes to the AP20 to allow you to mount your rear light directly to the pack.

Yes, the AP20 can carry up to a 13" laptop, with the only limiting factor being the amount of available seatpost space. If your saddle is low then you will have less space available to fit the laptop and in this case, it may be best to use a side pannier instead. You can pack it vertically (providing there is space as mentioned), or horizontally. If packing vertically you'll want some items on either side of the laptop to keep it stable over any rough terrain.

This depends on the type of riding you’re doing now and your plans for the future. If the majority of your trips are short overnighters then you probably won’t need side panniers, likewise if you're riding mainly singletrack. If you’re planning some big adventures, commute often, or want the option to carry up to 27kg in the future, then we recommend the pannier mounted model as you can attach Tailfin Panniers to increase capacity. With our Pannier Adaptors, you can also carry other brands of panniers.

 

Top tip: Try searching for your bike make/model below to find others using this product on your bike.

Customer Reviews

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Sören Schumacher (DE)
Bike: Canyon Endurace
Riding Style: Bikepacking, Commuting
Great product

I'm currently using the Tailfin for commuting and planning to use it in the future for bikepacking too.
All in all I'm really happy with the product, despite the high cost. The only thing i don't like 100% and, with the cost issue, the reason to give "only" 4 stars is the straps on their bag. While they seem robust, tightening them is not alway easy and, when the bag is quite full, fixing them, without the straps from left to right sliding down, is next to impossible. Also the end ans front straps can't be extrended to a point where closing them crosswise is still possible. when the bag is relatively full.
Nevertheless, it improves my riding by a huge extend and I'm more than happy to have desided on this product.

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Mark D. (US)
Bike: Kona Sutra LTD
Riding Style: Bikepacking, Touring, Other
Great Rack and Panniers

Received my rack and 20 liter panniers about a month ago. Haven’t been able to take them on a long trip yet but the short test rides have been great.
I love the quality of the construction and attention to detail. I have no doubt that my new equipment will be with me for a long time to come and many miles

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andrew dutton (US)
Bike: Turbo Vado 4.0 SL
Riding Style: Commuting
Light, Strong, Exactly what I need for my daily commute

Perfect setup for my daily commute. Alloy rack w/ 22L Super-Light Pannier. Perfect weight, durable, and waterproof. Fits what I need and no more. Highly recommend over anyone else.

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