Topeak Bike racks for the Rad Rover- What works?

[cuwatra]

Well, I've watched many vids on what people have added to "trick" our their Rads. One guy did have an after market rail that he bought for about $99. He even admitted that was pricey and I wouldn't pay that. We have 3 bikes, 2 touring models and also a trek tandem. They all have the Topeak system. Since we are going to sell the tandem, ( a nice bike but my wife was always a bit fearful on it) I had a least one surplus rack. Rather than take off the Rad rack I bought, I just cut off the legs on the Topeak rack and it fits fine and the pack slides right on.

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[TerryV6]

I think it works well. I was going to use bolts with a hook end, but didn’t have the size. I used #14 black insulated wire. It matches and hides well...

 

[Explorer-1]

I think some heavy duty zip ties would be the ticket.

 

[TerryV6]

You are probably right. Mods can be changed later. I had no appropriate ties at the moment and used what was on hand. I’m waiting for warmer weather right now. I assume I’ll still be social distancing when riding.