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term='hard-shell carriers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='soft-shell carriers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car - roof top soft side carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top cargo carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rooftop cargo box'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo bag'/><title type='text'>SportRack A21105B Rooftop Cargo Bag Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UW11JM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31vj4xBKrXL._AA160_.jpg" alt="SportRack A21105B Rooftop Cargo Bag" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;It is ok.We bought it to go inside the bed of the truck and under the locking aluminum cover.It did it's job of keeping our stuff drier than it normally would have been.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UW11JM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UW11JM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;SportRack A21105B Rooftop Cargo Bag&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Ideal for weekend trips and longer excursions, SportRack's Rooftop Cargo Bag makes transporting your gear a breeze. It easily mounts for most factory installed racks and after-market racks and is constructed of durable, water-resistant PVC-coated nylon to keep your gear dry. An oversize rain flap is secured with Velcro and will protect the zipper from wet weather. This bag also features an integrated rubber molded handle and includes a stuff sack for easy transport and storage. This model offers 14 cubic feet of capacity and measures 39 inches long by 35 inches wide by 14 inches tall.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UW11JM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;SportRack A21105B Rooftop Cargo Bag&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 6% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-3765106441247488101?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/3765106441247488101/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/sportrack-a21105b-rooftop-cargo-bag.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3765106441247488101'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3765106441247488101'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/sportrack-a21105b-rooftop-cargo-bag.html' title='SportRack A21105B Rooftop Cargo Bag Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-4696886964805564025</id><published>2011-06-05T20:43:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-06-05T20:43:00.322-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='elliptical trainer'/><title type='text'>Weslo Momentum 630 Elliptical Trainer Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001E33VDU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41wnfKqoiIL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Weslo Momentum 630 Elliptical Trainer" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;This elliptical is so loud!!!I exchanged the first one that I bought for the same model thinking that I got a lemon...boy was I wrong.I've had the second one for 3 weeks and it just gets louder and louder.I followed the assembly directions to the letter and it still clicks and creeks.Please, spend a little more money and buy a better product!!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001E33VDU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001E33VDU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Weslo Momentum 630 Elliptical Trainer&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Burn calories and tone your entire body without leaving the home with the Weslo Momentum 630 Elliptical Trainer. The entry-level trainer boasts Weslo's creative Step-In design, which provides a lower base than other trainers, making it easy to get on and off the machine. As a result, the trainer is ideal for people who are rehabilitating from injury or who don't have the physical ability to easily hop on a traditional trainer. In addition, there's no need to manually step off the machine when you want to adjust the resistance; instead, you can quickly and easily adjust the difficulty of your workout with the touch of a button. And should you want a little workout variety, you can turn to the two personal trainer workouts, which automatically control the trainer's resistance level. &lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;i&gt;&lt;b&gt;The trainer's LCD display tracks your speed, time, distance, calories, and more.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/i&gt; The Momentum 630 also makes it easy to monitor your workout progress thanks to the scanning LCD display, which tracks your speed, time, distance, calories burned, fat calories burned, and pulse. Other features include an Easy Pulse heart rate monitor that keeps you in the ideal HR zone, a compact footprint that takes up a fraction of the floor space of other trainers, a 250-pound weight capacity, and comfortable oversized pedals. The Momentum 630 carries a 90-day warranty.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;About Elliptical Trainers&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Elliptical trainers represent the next wave of advancement in low-impact cardiovascular exercise machines and continue to grow in popularity. By simulating motions experienced through walking, stepping, cycling, and skiing, elliptical machines allow for a smooth and fluid motion while building strength in the arms and legs. Similar to the exercise position for treadmills, elliptical trainers are used by standing in an upright position while holding the handrails of the machine. With elliptical trainers, however, your feet remain in the foot pedals throughout the exercise regimen and circulate in a smooth and seamless motion, resulting in little to no impact on the knees, back, and hips.&lt;br /&gt;Elliptical trainers are compatible for all ages and fitness levels and allow you to select the difficulty level through the incline and intensity settings. Additionally, elliptical trainers allow you to determine the complexity of your workout based on your needs, all while listening to music, watching television, or reading a magazine while exercising in the comfort and safety of your own home.&lt;br /&gt;Although different types of elliptical trainers offer an assortment of features, many of them include an array of challenging programs, forward and reverse directional movement, EKG grip pulse handles, a lightweight portable design with easy fold-up capability, and a monitor displaying calories burned, distance, speed, time, and heart rate. Other types of exercise machines, namely treadmills and bikes, offer excellent cardiovascular exercise and muscular training for the legs in a forward-motion exercise. Elliptical trainers take this to the next level by offering an upper and lower body workout with dual motion, challenging and diverse programs, and a low-impact exercise machine that won't strain sensitive joints.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001E33VDU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Weslo Momentum 630 Elliptical Trainer&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 25% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-4696886964805564025?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/4696886964805564025/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/weslo-momentum-630-elliptical-trainer.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4696886964805564025'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4696886964805564025'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/weslo-momentum-630-elliptical-trainer.html' title='Weslo Momentum 630 Elliptical Trainer Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-1890881307706321749</id><published>2011-06-05T09:20:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-06-05T09:20:00.626-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='computer bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='laptop messenger bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='timbuk2'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='messenger bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='messenger'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='laptop bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bookbag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='durable'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='17 inch laptop bag'/><title type='text'>Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002WC8YCK?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51lBaKdFhmL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I just received my bag and put all my electronic equipment I'm planning to take to HAWAII this month.I had been looking for a bag to put my new IPAD 3G.After looking for 3 weeks I decided on this bag.I am not sorry I did.It looks and feels like it can last 10 to 15 years.My IPAD fits snugly in the inner pocket and I have more room to put other items.Just to give you an idea of the space in this bag, I was able to put my IPAD, an Ipod touch and Iphone 3gs, 3 Kidz Gear wired headphones, 5 passports, my Lumix DMC-FX500s, wallet, keys and IPAD SD/USB adapters.I was debating between getting this one or the Timbuk2 Freestyle netbook messenger.The differences between the two was that the latter had a cushioned pocket for the IPAD and a short shoulder strap.Upon first hand inspection, I was glad I selected this one. My IPAD fits nicely into the sleeve pocket now with the Apple Case.If I had purchased the netbook bag, that extra cushion would probably not allow me to put the IPAD with its case or any other case for that matter.In addition, my classic bag has a two features I am very happy with.The Cam buckle shoulder strap gives me enough space to cross the strap on the opposite shoulder and the new slash pocket on the front flap sold me.If you are looking for a well made, perfect bag for the IPAD look no further!!!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002WC8YCK?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002WC8YCK?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Originally built for hard-working bicycle messengers, the Timbuk2 Classic messenger bag has been in production for nearly two decades now. The Classic is known for its long-lasting, rugged durability and distinctive three-panel, multicolor design, leading people around the world to adopt the bag as an everyday, all-purpose carryall. The bag is built for the long haul, with a ballistic nylon exterior and a waterproof liner that keeps the elements at bay. The bag also offers plenty of interior storage regardless of the size you choose, with a large main compartment, a front pocket with an extra zippered pocket, and multiple internal pockets, including pen slots and a business card slot. Finally, the Classic is a breeze to carry, with a quick-adjust, side-cam shoulder strap and a strap pad. Other features include a cross strap for stabilization (not available on the extra-small size), a Vista light attachment loop, and either tabs (XS) or tails (all other sizes). The Classic messenger bag remains the bag of choice for bicycle messengers, cycling enthusiasts, and urban dwellers everywhere.&lt;br /&gt;  &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;i&gt;&lt;b&gt;The Classic messenger bag stores a ton of gear in its multiple pockets.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/i&gt; &lt;b&gt;Dimensions:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt; &lt;br /&gt;Extra-small (XS): 12.8 by 8.86 by 5.12 inches (W x H x D), 1.63 pounds&lt;br /&gt;Small (S): 15.90 by 9.65 by 4.72 inches, 2.16 pounds&lt;br /&gt;Medium (M): 19.30 by 10.43 by 7.87 inches, 2.57 pounds&lt;br /&gt;Large (L): 22.4 by 11.81 by 9.06 inches, 2.97 pounds&lt;br /&gt;Extra-large (XL): 26.6 by 13.78 by 9.45 inches, 2.88 pounds &lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;b&gt;About Timbuk2&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Born in a San Francisco garage and bred on the backs of messengers in the city streets, Timbuk2 still manufactures its custom bags in the heart of San Francisco's Mission District. For 20 years, the company has been building bags and accessories for urban adventurers with a simple philosophy: to create good-looking, tough-as-hell bags you can truly make your own. Timbuk2 celebrates your individuality, which is why the company invites its customers to design and create custom bags in its Bag Builder. By letting you hack its bags, the company believes it can make bags that work harder for you. &lt;br /&gt; Like rice and beans, Timbuk2 keeps it simple when it comes to being pro-planet. The company makes durable bags that are built to last, so while the competition is piling up in landfills, Timbuk2 bags stay on your back and hugs you for a lifetime. Tales of Timbuk2 bags outlasting jobs, lovers, pets, and train wrecks are not uncommon. In fact, the company is so confident in its bags that it guarantees that they'll last a lifetime. In those rare cases when something bad goes down, Timbuk2 will take your bag off your hands and find it a new (loving) home through its bag recycling program.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002WC8YCK?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-1890881307706321749?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/1890881307706321749/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/timbuk2-classic-messenger-bag-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1890881307706321749'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1890881307706321749'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/timbuk2-classic-messenger-bag-review.html' title='Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-3002154874397546948</id><published>2011-06-04T08:29:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-06-04T08:29:00.946-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='great product for the price'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='fairing'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='load bars'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='2009 amazon frustration-fre e packaging'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='exterior accessories'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='automotive'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo carrier'/><title type='text'>THULE 50" LOAD BARS (1PR) Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000X4IHY4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/317JyJvFaxL._AA160_.jpg" alt="THULE 50' LOAD BARS" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;These are serious, heavy duty load carrier bars.They are made of steel with a rubber coating.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000X4IHY4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000X4IHY4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;THULE 50" LOAD BARS (1PR)&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Thule LB Load Bars.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000X4IHY4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;THULE 50" LOAD BARS (1PR)&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 10% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-3002154874397546948?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/3002154874397546948/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/thule-50-load-bars-1pr-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3002154874397546948'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3002154874397546948'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/thule-50-load-bars-1pr-review.html' title='THULE 50&quot; LOAD BARS (1PR) Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-8979000418465870848</id><published>2011-06-04T07:09:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-06-04T07:09:00.797-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rack adapters'/><title type='text'>Thule 3069 Podium Fit Kit Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001MGHHM0?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/21dQuFAoJ0L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Thule 3069 Podium Fit Kit" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;The 3069 fit kit worked great with the 460R mounting system on my 2010 Mazda Speed3.Easy to install and fit like a glove.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001MGHHM0?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001MGHHM0?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule 3069 Podium Fit Kit&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The Thule Roof Rack Fit Kits. Thule Kit numbers 3000-3100.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001MGHHM0?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule 3069 Podium Fit Kit&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 10% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-8979000418465870848?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/8979000418465870848/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/thule-3069-podium-fit-kit-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/8979000418465870848'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/8979000418465870848'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/thule-3069-podium-fit-kit-review.html' title='Thule 3069 Podium Fit Kit Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-5001874740983715731</id><published>2011-06-03T13:53:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-06-03T13:53:00.362-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle accessories'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='collapsible basket'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Inertia Metro Basket Pannier Bicycle Bag - Black - 12020 Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QFZY8C?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41JIb6fXahL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Inertia Metro Basket Pannier Bicycle Bag - Black - 12020" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I have been searching for a pannier that would stay on, which seems to be a problem with some of the other less expensive panniers. This one does the trick.It has a dual hooking system - two coated metal hooks that go on the rack, and a bungee cord on the back that attaches down below to keep it from jumping off.I go over tracks twice a day and it has not come off.It has a metal insert that you can pop up to keep the bags shape when in use (it has an inner clip to keep it in place), then it folds up when not in use (again it has an adjustable clip to keep it closed). You can slide the bag back on the rack to keep your feet from hitting it.I have a Amsterdam cruiser and it works just fine.The only down side is that there isn't a top to close off the bag (hence the four star instead of five star rating).It has a removable shoulder strap, which I just put in the bag to keep it from getting caught. It seems sturdy and durable and has enough room for a grocery bag if you care to use one. It is easy to remove, but I keep my on just in case I need it, as it isn't in the way when it's folded up.I bought one just to make sure I liked it and I'm buying another.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QFZY8C?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QFZY8C?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Inertia Metro Basket Pannier Bicycle Bag - Black - 12020&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When the question is paper or plastic, say Metro. Our bungee suspension, single sided folding basket pannier comes with a shoulder strap so you can pop it off the bike and carry it into the store. It is designed to fit a standard paper grocery bag, but you can just fill it up without one. The Metro is also excellent for commuting to work, with plenty of space for extra clothes and files. Unlike other basket panniers, the Metro folds in on itself, when not in use (not up and in the way of your rack as do designs with U shaped supports). Also unique to the Metro are the adjustable top hooks, allowing riders to perfectly adjust the position of the bag on the rack for a more stable ride and to prevent heel rubbing.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QFZY8C?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Inertia Metro Basket Pannier Bicycle Bag - Black - 12020&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 17% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-5001874740983715731?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/5001874740983715731/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/inertia-metro-basket-pannier-bicycle.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5001874740983715731'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5001874740983715731'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/inertia-metro-basket-pannier-bicycle.html' title='Inertia Metro Basket Pannier Bicycle Bag - Black - 12020 Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-454843008490753821</id><published>2011-06-03T09:51:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-06-03T09:51:00.388-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike luggage'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='trunk bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='axiom'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='saddle bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Inertia Expedition Cam Bicycle Panniers - Black - 12080 Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QG4QBC?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/412pS3nRFRL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Inertia Expedition Cam Bicycle Panniers - Black - 12080" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I love the large size of these bags! I can fit my tent, with poles in one bag, plus a sleeping bag, and there's still a bit of room left over. Haven't used them on a long tour yet. They appear durable. Only complaint - no directions came with them as to installation. had to figure that out on my own and I'm still not sure I got it right.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QG4QBC?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QG4QBC?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Inertia Expedition Cam Bicycle Panniers - Black - 12080&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Need to carry lunch for 12 and the kitchen sink? Then get the Expedition Touring Panniers. The big brother of our top loading Touring Pannier, they feature reversible fanny pack hoods, horizontal and vertical compression, and modular reflective strips. Used in conjunction with the Cam Excursion or Cam Touring you have enough room to take on a serious back country trip or an around the world tour. A 20 degree cutaway at the front of the bags maintains maximum volume and load placement while retaining sufficient heel clearance on any frame geometry.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QG4QBC?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Inertia Expedition Cam Bicycle Panniers - Black - 12080&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 29% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-454843008490753821?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/454843008490753821/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/inertia-expedition-cam-bicycle-panniers.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/454843008490753821'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/454843008490753821'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/inertia-expedition-cam-bicycle-panniers.html' title='Inertia Expedition Cam Bicycle Panniers - Black - 12080 Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-5061342561616538113</id><published>2011-06-02T17:24:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-06-02T17:24:00.248-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike luggage'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike bag'/><title type='text'>Inertia Cross Town Economy Bicycle Pannier Pair - Black - 12000 Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QG33ZM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/419XcfgkdeL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Inertia Cross Town Economy Bicycle Pannier Pair - Black - 12000" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Very straight forward, no frills. One big V-shaped compartment with one smaller outside pocket. I ride my bike to work 2-3 times a week, and one of these panniers carries all I need: my shoes (granted, I wear a women's size 7) my clothes and my breakfast. I carry my wallet, keys, etc in the outside pocket. I've not tested it in the rain, but it's very easy to put on and take off and carry into work. I've used both panniers to carry picnic items, lots of room, doesn't get in the way when I pedal. Great product, great price.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QG33ZM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QG33ZM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Inertia Cross Town Economy Bicycle Pannier Pair - Black - 12000&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;For those who believe that money is an object (as opposed to those where money is no object), we created a simplified version of the Express Panniers. The Cross-Town is the same bomb-proof quality of our other panniers but with a fixed hook bungee suspension and a flat (not baffled) exterior pocket.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QG33ZM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Inertia Cross Town Economy Bicycle Pannier Pair - Black - 12000&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 20% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-5061342561616538113?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/5061342561616538113/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/inertia-cross-town-economy-bicycle.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5061342561616538113'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5061342561616538113'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/inertia-cross-town-economy-bicycle.html' title='Inertia Cross Town Economy Bicycle Pannier Pair - Black - 12000 Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-2521952065412440516</id><published>2011-06-02T10:22:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-06-02T10:22:00.713-04:00</updated><title type='text'>Yakima Chrome Skull EndCaps Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012SFG4Y?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41jZZc-WpkL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Yakima Chrome Skull EndCaps" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Product is a gift so it was not opened by recepient. From outside package appearances it seems fine, but the chrome finish is not without slight imperfections.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012SFG4Y?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012SFG4Y?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima Chrome Skull EndCaps&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The Chrome Skull EndCaps by Yakima endable you to make a personal statement with custom endcaps on your crossbars. And that personal statements is: "If you mess with me or my gear, you're in for a world of hurt." Features: Fits Yakima crossbars Intimidates passing motorcycle gangs Sold in sets of 4This product can only be shipped within the United States. Please don't hate us.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012SFG4Y?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima Chrome Skull EndCaps&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-2521952065412440516?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/2521952065412440516/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/yakima-chrome-skull-endcaps-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2521952065412440516'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2521952065412440516'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/yakima-chrome-skull-endcaps-review.html' title='Yakima Chrome Skull EndCaps Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-5950970502274293222</id><published>2011-06-01T18:06:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-06-01T18:06:00.111-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='aerobars'/><title type='text'>Vision Tech Mini Clip On Aero Bars Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00076IPXG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31E--3lN3ZL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Vision Tech Mini Clip On Aero Bars" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;These simple lightweight aero bars are an unobtrusive, elegant design. Although probably insufficient for a serious time trial bike, they serve the purpose of providing an alternate hand position for the standard road bike during long, competitive club rides. Your hands can switch from the drops and back while your body remains stable in a low, aggressive posture. I quickly got addicted to these and will probably never ride without them.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00076IPXG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00076IPXG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Vision Tech Mini Clip On Aero Bars&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;New for 2005 - these are the bars that Ivan Basso used on Alp D'Huez. Perfect for uphill time trials or draft legal triathlons. ITU approved.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00076IPXG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Vision Tech Mini Clip On Aero Bars&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-5950970502274293222?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/5950970502274293222/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/vision-tech-mini-clip-on-aero-bars.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5950970502274293222'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5950970502274293222'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/vision-tech-mini-clip-on-aero-bars.html' title='Vision Tech Mini Clip On Aero Bars Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-8169855513691439621</id><published>2011-06-01T17:36:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-06-01T17:36:00.362-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='strap'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='moving'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike strap'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='surfboard rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='master lock'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='tie-downs'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='piano'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car straps'/><title type='text'>DaKine Tie Down Straps Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JEBY66?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41E2OlaiD6L._AA160_.jpg" alt="DaKine Tie Down Straps" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Dakine means "the best in Hawaiian" No need to say any more. these are the finest surf tie downs available period!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JEBY66?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JEBY66?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;DaKine Tie Down Straps&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The DaKine tie down strap features a heavy duty 1" cam buckle and buckle pads to protect your board.It also comes with a carrying case.The 12' variety comes with a set of two straps.The 20' variety only comes with a single strap.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JEBY66?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;DaKine Tie Down Straps&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 6% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-8169855513691439621?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/8169855513691439621/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/dakine-tie-down-straps-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/8169855513691439621'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/8169855513691439621'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/06/dakine-tie-down-straps-review.html' title='DaKine Tie Down Straps Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-3805935809313465403</id><published>2011-05-31T20:13:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-31T20:13:00.642-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car trash'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='messenger bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='case logic'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car organizer'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car litter bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='seat back organizers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='back seat organizer'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='automotive'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cool trash can'/><title type='text'>Thule Transport Litter Bag Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003MSUA98?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41ZktEEZuyL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Thule Transport Litter Bag" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;This is absolutely the best car trash bag I've found.The inside is lined with a heavy duty plastic that contains wet items and is easily wiped out to clean it if required.The outside is made of a heavy duty nylon canvas that will probably outlast my car. The top is secured shut with magnets that keep it closed well.It has an over the seat strap to secure it.The slim design allows you to slide it between seats, so I have it next to the drivers seat up front.With 2 kids, this is the perfect size bag to catch all the receipts, cups, wrappers, napkins, wipes, etc., that come up every day.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003MSUA98?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003MSUA98?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule Transport Litter Bag&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Ever feel like you?re driving a dumpster on wheels? Hang a Thule Transport Litter Bag and give your passengers somewhere besides the floor to put their trash. This sleek bag hangs over a seat back or other convenient location, and features a self-closing top and a water-resistant liner.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Product Features&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul style="list-style-type: disc; margin-left: 25px;"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Material: &lt;br /&gt;Dimensions: 12.4 x 7.7 x .8in (31.5 x 19.5 x 2cm)&lt;br /&gt;Capacity / Volume:&lt;br /&gt;Weight: 6oz (200g) &lt;br /&gt;Recommended Use: Car organization&lt;br /&gt;Manufacturer Warranty: Lifetime&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003MSUA98?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule Transport Litter Bag&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 10% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-3805935809313465403?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/3805935809313465403/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-transport-litter-bag-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3805935809313465403'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3805935809313465403'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-transport-litter-bag-review.html' title='Thule Transport Litter Bag Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-2512607110504072561</id><published>2011-05-31T19:26:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-31T19:26:00.112-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><title type='text'>Louis Garneau 2010 Beta BB-46 Rear Bicycle Pannier Bag - 1493569 Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0013D1MGE?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41m8QN863eL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Louis Garneau 2010 Beta BB-46 Rear Bicycle Pannier Bag - 1493569" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;These panniers are stylish, low-priced, and the multiple pockets help organize things.They would be good for a commuter. However, I think they're poorly designed, even dangerous, for loaded touring where you have items like a tent or sleeping bag sitting between the panniers atop your rear rack. The problem is that there is nothing to prevent these items from pressing down on the panniers' quick release tab.One of my panniers fell off midway through my first ride.If a friend had been ridng behind me or if a car had been passing me, this could have been dangerous.In more than 30 years of using panniers, I had never had one fall off before. I will only use these panniers with them tied or bungied to the rack.I don't trust their attachment system when I am doing loaded touring with a tent, sleeping bag, and sleeping pad sitting lengthwise on the rear rack.I showed this design flaw to an engineer friend, who said, "whoever designed these panniers has obviously never done loaded touring."&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0013D1MGE?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0013D1MGE?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Louis Garneau 2010 Beta BB-46 Rear Bicycle Pannier Bag - 1493569&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;3-mm inner plastic --&gt; Protection, rigidity, and bag stability. Adjustable extension under flap --&gt; Protects against the elements and provides additional storage. Main opening with removable buckles --&gt; Easy content access. Cinch strap --&gt; Reduction and stability of the inner content. Adjustable outer flap with buckles and barrel --&gt; Helmet holder or miscellaneous storage. Fabric 600 deniers. Quick-Clips F-1. 46 L capacity. Rain Cover. Reflective zone.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0013D1MGE?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Louis Garneau 2010 Beta BB-46 Rear Bicycle Pannier Bag - 1493569&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-2512607110504072561?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/2512607110504072561/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/louis-garneau-2010-beta-bb-46-rear.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2512607110504072561'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2512607110504072561'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/louis-garneau-2010-beta-bb-46-rear.html' title='Louis Garneau 2010 Beta BB-46 Rear Bicycle Pannier Bag - 1493569 Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-6037577729376977518</id><published>2011-05-30T11:17:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-30T11:17:00.672-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><title type='text'>Knog The Boxxer Rackless Bicycle Pannier/Backpack (Black/Brown) Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GSSIOK?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31z6b6c5f-L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Knog The Boxxer Rackless Bicycle Pannier/Backpack" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I've been using mine for nearly ten months, commuting daily with reasonably heavy loads, and I've never had a problem. The backpack straps are strong for when I am not using the bike, and it has never fallen off or come loose while riding. It works great when it is raining,snowing and miserable out, including in subzero temperatures. My bike doesn't have a place to attach a traditional rack, and I've found keeping it as low as possible has helped with clearance issues.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GSSIOK?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GSSIOK?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Knog The Boxxer Rackless Bicycle Pannier/Backpack (Black/Brown)&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;2008 Knog Neat Dog Rackless Pannier/Garment Bag Black Knog The Boxer Panniers convert from rackless pannier to backpack with hideable straps and has a padded 15.5" laptop sleeve with multiple internal organizer pockets. The Boxer Converts from rackless pannier to backpack with hideable straps Handmade water resistant construction using heavy weight 1200D fabric with sewn and sealed seams. Padded 15.5" laptop sleeve, multiple internal organizer pockets Center top padded handle for carrying 370 x 510 x 150mm Rackless Panniers Lightweight internal aluminum frame, three small composite frame clips for attachment to any bike Water Resistant 1200D fabric with taped and sealed seams outside, waterproof tarp on the wheelside Water sealed zippers and heavy duty hardware Color: Rich Black/Punch Love Brown Total Volume: 1727 in3&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GSSIOK?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Knog The Boxxer Rackless Bicycle Pannier/Backpack (Black/Brown)&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 70% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-6037577729376977518?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/6037577729376977518/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/knog-boxxer-rackless-bicycle.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/6037577729376977518'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/6037577729376977518'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/knog-boxxer-rackless-bicycle.html' title='Knog The Boxxer Rackless Bicycle Pannier/Backpack (Black/Brown) Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-1299279507656831030</id><published>2011-05-30T07:12:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-30T07:12:00.269-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers bike laptop_sleeve'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='louis garneau'/><title type='text'>Louis Garneau 2010 Cambridge Bicycle Pannier Bag - 1493625 Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0030FN9H8?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31aU5TTTorL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Louis Garneau 2010 Cambridge Bicycle Pannier Bag - 1493625" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Had a chance to get 2 when I purchased it locally, but at this price, I wanted to try out the one I purchased first... when I went back to get a 2nd one, it had sold out.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;It has a laptop pocket (fits a 13" macbook/pro snugly), but a 15" laptop (ie, macbookpro) would fit snug in the main compartment.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The bag holds very well to our rear racks (the racks that come with our topanga kid bike seat), it just clicks in, and if you're paranoid you can tie down (though unnecessary).&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The belt buckles can be a pain for quick access to the main compartment, but seem quite serviceable... we've used our bag for a year on and off (me for commuting occasionally, wife for shopping) and it's holding up fine.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When carried as a tote/handbag, it looks great, the handle requires the buckles to be secured, but I mainly use the shoulder strap and forget about buckles while I'm walking from the bike racks to my company gym.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;One note: the way this bag is secured, you can't put the kids bike seat on at the same time.... wife and I have to switch off.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;I get lots of questions from folks asking where I got this pannier, and I tell them about my local shop.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0030FN9H8?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0030FN9H8?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Louis Garneau 2010 Cambridge Bicycle Pannier Bag - 1493625&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Pannier (single bag). 3-mm and 2-mm inner plastic --&gt; Bag rigidity and stability. Adjustable flap opening --&gt; Easy and quick access to main compartment. Stable hook system with velcro for added safety --&gt; Adapted to bicycle racks of 8-12 mm in diametre. Adjustable shoulder strap --&gt; Easy to carry. Reflective stripes --&gt; Better visibility1680 deniers fabrics. 17L capacity.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0030FN9H8?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Louis Garneau 2010 Cambridge Bicycle Pannier Bag - 1493625&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-1299279507656831030?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/1299279507656831030/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/louis-garneau-2010-cambridge-bicycle.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1299279507656831030'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1299279507656831030'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/louis-garneau-2010-cambridge-bicycle.html' title='Louis Garneau 2010 Cambridge Bicycle Pannier Bag - 1493625 Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-4912578612557180029</id><published>2011-05-29T12:28:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-29T12:28:00.627-04:00</updated><title type='text'>Worksman Basket for ADBB #7227 17" x 24" x 12" Black Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000C128MA?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/410LkwAfv5L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Worksman Basket for ADBB #7227 17' x 24' x 12' Black" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I have a trike that came with a white basket. I've been looking for a black replacement and $111 is absolutely outrageous no matter how good it is!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000C128MA?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000C128MA?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Worksman Basket for ADBB #7227 17" x 24" x 12" Black&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Industrial basket for use with Worksman Adaptable Tricycles.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000C128MA?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Worksman Basket for ADBB #7227 17" x 24" x 12" Black&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-4912578612557180029?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/4912578612557180029/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/worksman-basket-for-adbb-7227-17-x-24-x.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4912578612557180029'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4912578612557180029'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/worksman-basket-for-adbb-7227-17-x-24-x.html' title='Worksman Basket for ADBB #7227 17&quot; x 24&quot; x 12&quot; Black Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-8640817624819797931</id><published>2011-05-29T07:47:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-29T07:47:00.217-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='repair stand'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='park tools'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><title type='text'>Park 106 Work Tray Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001TI7GIQ?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41f+dBUkdEL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Park 106 Work Tray" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;The Park 106 tool tray keeps tools, lubes, and towels handy on the work stand.Great for prerace tuning or multiday trip repairs.It keeps tools handy.It secures to the work stand quickly.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001TI7GIQ?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001TI7GIQ?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Park 106 Work Tray&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The #106 installs easily utilizing our exclusive receiver pod accessory system found on PRS-15, PCS-10 and PCS-11 Repair Stands. Also fits PCS-1, PCS-4 and PCS-9 Repair Stands when used w/ part #106-AC Accessory Collar (available separately.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001TI7GIQ?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Park 106 Work Tray&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 20% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-8640817624819797931?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/8640817624819797931/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/park-106-work-tray-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/8640817624819797931'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/8640817624819797931'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/park-106-work-tray-review.html' title='Park 106 Work Tray Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-4623457621759148866</id><published>2011-05-28T21:25:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-28T21:25:00.433-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='soft-shell carriers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo carriers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='interior accessories'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo bag'/><title type='text'>Thule 867 Tahoe Rooftop Cargo Bag Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00152VYRU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41R+GMoBiXL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Thule 867 Tahoe Rooftop Cargo Bag" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;We bought the Thule Tahoe Rooftop Cargo Bag for a roadtrip from Texas to Florida.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;1. The bag was easy to use, and the instructions were good.It attached right onto our roof rack with no probolem.I had read other reviews and knew to have safety pins (8 to be exact) to secure the excess strapping to the bag, or it will make noise while you're driving.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;2. It rained on us part of the way down, but our luggage was inside plastic bags.The plastic bags did get wet, but our luggage was fine.I would say that the bag is weather resistant as claimed becasue there wasn't much water in the bag after the storm.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;3. The bag produced drag, and it affected our gas mileage and gas was over $4.00 / gallon at the time.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;4. Removing and putting on the bag at each of our stops wasn't a big deal.We only had 2 suit cases, and a toiletry bag in there - so it was a snap to get them out/in, and then the bag off/on.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The bottom line is that if you need extra space in your vehicle, don't have or want to spend the money on a hard top cargo carrier, and probably if you're not driving 1600 miles roun-trip (my opinion that this better for shorter trips) - then this bag is right for you.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00152VYRU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00152VYRU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule 867 Tahoe Rooftop Cargo Bag&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Head out on the highway with all your gear stored safely in the roof-mounted Thule 867 Tahoe cargo bag. It features an expandable capacity that can accommodate loads from 15 to 17 cubic feet thanks to its reversible expansion zipper. It easily attaches to factory installed or aftermarket luggage racks. The durable, water resistant construction with taped seams stands up to Mother Nature's toughest conditions. Other features include strategically located handles for easy bag handling and internal foam construction to help maintain bags shape for easier packing and cleaner look. When you've reached your destination, it conveniently collapses down to store in its own storage bag. &lt;br /&gt; &lt;b&gt;Manufacturer's Warranty&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt; It's backed by Thule's limited lifetime warranty. The warranty is terminated if the purchaser transfers the product to another person. The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, cosmetic rust, scratches, or accidents.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About Thule&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt; To say that Thule's beginnings in the U.S. were humble would be an understatement. Founding member Ake Skeppner sold products at windsurf competitions on the New England shoreline, exhibited the product line at a number of different trade shows, and even canvassed local retailers in the greater New York area, all from his "office"--a now-famous station wagon. Initial success was found in the small but growing sport of windsurfing where a strong, reliable roof rack was an indispensable piece of equipment. This was quickly followed by success in the ski business where Thule's Swedish heritage certainly helped the product gain rapid acceptance.&lt;br /&gt;By the mid-1980s, the company sold products directly to ski and windsurfing shops but sold through distributors to address the large and growing bike business. A risky decision was made to terminate these distributor relationships and sell direct to retailers through a network of independent sales representatives. Much of the company's market success today can be traced to that decision. Shortly after, Ake hired an engineer and set up a small assembly plant in Elmsford, New York in order to design and manufacture bike carriers that would offer the features demanded by the U.S. consumer and compete effectively with other racks on the market.&lt;br /&gt;The company has since grown rapidly through product innovation, a commitment to quality, and the continuance of a strong entrepreneurial spirit as well as continuing to evolve their products to meet the needs of users.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00152VYRU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule 867 Tahoe Rooftop Cargo Bag&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 10% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-4623457621759148866?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/4623457621759148866/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-867-tahoe-rooftop-cargo-bag.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4623457621759148866'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4623457621759148866'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-867-tahoe-rooftop-cargo-bag.html' title='Thule 867 Tahoe Rooftop Cargo Bag Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-7072263944524137217</id><published>2011-05-28T11:16:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-28T11:16:00.742-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike luggage'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><title type='text'>Knog Dutch Dog Double Bicycle Pannier (Black/Brown) Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GSKP1E?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41ar9TM6qZL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Knog Dutch Dog Double Bicycle Pannier" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Somebody was thinking.Wide screen PCs can't get into the padded inner pocket because the side zipper isn't long enough, but that's the only problem.Takes but a second to slap on the rear rack and attach the clips, and away you go.I carry the PC on one side with room to spare.The other side I use for camping gear and grub.When going farther than I can with the bike; it's just pull it off the rack, snap the bottom of the pockets together, pull out the padded shoulder straps, and in backpack mode keep on truckin'.&lt;br /&gt;Picked mine up before the price jumped, but even at the new price it's a good value.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GSKP1E?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GSKP1E?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Knog Dutch Dog Double Bicycle Pannier (Black/Brown)&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;2008 Knog Dutch Dog Pannier Backpack Black Knog Dutch Dog Panniers offer multiple internal organizer pockets, laptop sleeve, and is made with water resistant 1200D fabric. Dutch Dog is sling and ride pannier bag. Simply sling over your bike rack and ride. Clip it in place and it'll stay where it?s meant too. Handmade water resistant construction using heavy weight 1200D fabric with sewn and sealed seams. BACKPACK: When you arrive zip it up, pull out the hidden backpack straps that click simply into place - ?back pack it? and walk it. WATERPROOF: Wheelside, your ?Dutchie? has waterproof hardwearing tarp and when the rain is hard unzip the full wrap raincoat so your gear arrives dry! Water sealed zippers all round keep dust and water out. ? Saddle bag style panniers with attachment hardware, zipper hides them away for carrying ? Water Resistant 1200D fabric with taped and sealed seams outside, waterproof tarp on the wheelside ? Water sealed zippers and heavy duty hardware ? Padded carrying handle, converts to backpack with hideable straps ? Padded 15.5" laptop case, multiple internal organizer pockets ? 370 x 510 x 220mm Color: Rich Black/Punch Love Brown Total Volume: 2533 in3&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GSKP1E?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Knog Dutch Dog Double Bicycle Pannier (Black/Brown)&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 9% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-7072263944524137217?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/7072263944524137217/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/knog-dutch-dog-double-bicycle-pannier.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/7072263944524137217'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/7072263944524137217'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/knog-dutch-dog-double-bicycle-pannier.html' title='Knog Dutch Dog Double Bicycle Pannier (Black/Brown) Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-7510470239870300558</id><published>2011-05-27T18:17:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-27T18:17:00.305-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='ski'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='yakima'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='snowboard rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='yakima fat cat 6 ski'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='marty from sf'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='snowboard roof mount carriers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='snowboard racks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='ski rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rack adapters'/><title type='text'>Yakima Big Powderhound w/Locks Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JAUL26?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/314vCBopMSL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Yakima Big Powderhound w/Locks" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Ha, ha. All jokes aside, I was very pleased with this purchase. Fit with the included mounting hardware on the factory rack on my 2005 Mountaineer. Easy to install, very sturdy. I was worried, because lots of the skis we transport have racing bindings and they are mounted on plates. I thought maybe the bindings would scrape against the roof of the car when the skis were stacked onto it. But this rack gives nice clearance, even when mounted on factory crossbars. Fast Amazon shipping, and off we went to the ski hill.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JAUL26?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JAUL26?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima Big Powderhound w/Locks&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Sometimes trips get planned as you walk out of work Friday. Be ready to get on the road with all your buddies and their gear with the Yakima Big Powderhound w/ Locks. The storm may not hit your mountain, but when face-deep snow is within striking distance, the Big Powderhound will securely hold six pairs of skis or four snowboards as you double the speed limit to get there.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Product Features&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul style="list-style-type: disc; margin-left: 25px;"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Compatibility: Fits round, square, &amp; most factory crossbars&lt;br /&gt;Max Load: 6 Pairs of fat skis, 4 snowboards&lt;br /&gt;Locks Included: Yes &lt;br /&gt;Recommended Use: Road trippin? w/ your sticks and boards&lt;br /&gt;Manufacturer Warranty: Lifetime&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JAUL26?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima Big Powderhound w/Locks&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 10% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-7510470239870300558?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/7510470239870300558/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/yakima-big-powderhound-wlocks-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/7510470239870300558'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/7510470239870300558'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/yakima-big-powderhound-wlocks-review.html' title='Yakima Big Powderhound w/Locks Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-2216989469992818805</id><published>2011-05-27T08:36:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-27T08:36:01.133-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='trunk bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rack trunks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Eleven81 State Line Bicycle Trunk Bag - BAGS1266 Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001CWUPSM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41cDksugHgL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Eleven81 State Line Bicycle Trunk Bag - BAGS1266" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Everything about the bag is good (lightweight, roomy, shoulder strap) except that it does stay on the bike rack.It is fastened by velcro strips which are too short.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Documents that came with the bag stated it could only be returned in unused condition.It was in using the bag that I found it would not fasten securely, even falling off once.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;So, I changed the fastening system.The fastening system consists of short velcro strips and plastic guides secured to short binding straps.First I cut off the velcro strips and the plastic guides.Then I extended the binding straps with purchased binding, and attached 3/4" side release buckles.The bag now secures firmly, and is easy to put on and off.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;However, there are lots of other bags on the market that do not require such effort to make them work.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001CWUPSM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001CWUPSM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Eleven81 State Line Bicycle Trunk Bag - BAGS1266&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Expandable rack bag with insulated main compartment. inyl bottom for longer wear Reflective stripping around top of bag for safety and visibility. 2 side pockets and inside pouch for holding smaller items and clip for keys. Elastic bungee on top to hold lighter, smaller items on top of bag. Straps on to most rear racks. 14"x7"x6" 700 cu in, 800 cu in expanded.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001CWUPSM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Eleven81 State Line Bicycle Trunk Bag - BAGS1266&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 15% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-2216989469992818805?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/2216989469992818805/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/eleven81-state-line-bicycle-trunk-bag.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2216989469992818805'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2216989469992818805'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/eleven81-state-line-bicycle-trunk-bag.html' title='Eleven81 State Line Bicycle Trunk Bag - BAGS1266 Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-4111001847450164297</id><published>2011-05-26T21:22:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-26T21:22:00.296-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike luggage'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle accessories'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Inertia Cam Touring Bicycle Pannier Bag - Pair - Black - 12070 Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001OS0Q1K?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41wwKnXNWWL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Inertia Cam Touring Bicycle Pannier Bag - Pair - Black - 12070" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;These are great bags. They expand upwards 10 inches and the straps extend to keep the top tight. With cinch straps everywhere, nothing rattles around. Super heavy duty mounting bracket and straps. These babys stay put.&lt;br /&gt;Also, the top covers have a zippered pouch and m.o.l.l.e. type webbing on top. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Perfect !&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001OS0Q1K?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001OS0Q1K?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Inertia Cam Touring Bicycle Pannier Bag - Pair - Black - 12070&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The Cam Touring Panniers have reversible fanny pack hoods that telescope up on the 10" storm sleeves to swallow any excess gear that may accumulate as the trip progresses. The narrow profile makes them perfect for front or rear use on intermediate terrain. They are an excellent option if you need to augment your rear panniers for a road tour or just need a versatile bag for in town use.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001OS0Q1K?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Inertia Cam Touring Bicycle Pannier Bag - Pair - Black - 12070&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 30% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-4111001847450164297?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/4111001847450164297/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/inertia-cam-touring-bicycle-pannier-bag.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4111001847450164297'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4111001847450164297'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/inertia-cam-touring-bicycle-pannier-bag.html' title='Inertia Cam Touring Bicycle Pannier Bag - Pair - Black - 12070 Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-6597936408948513026</id><published>2011-05-25T14:07:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-25T14:07:00.450-04:00</updated><title type='text'>Carradice Super C Rear Panniers - pair Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003HEK73Q?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51vgXY0oKKL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Carradice Super C Rear Panniers - pair" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I order a set of these Carradice Super C Panniers both sets front and rear.They are working out great for my self.They hold a lot more than you think they will.I could not be any more happy than I am.I did not pay this much for mine tho.I got mine from my LBS he match a internet price I found mine was 188.00 for the rear set.If you are in need of a set of panniers that will out last you then get you a set of these.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003HEK73Q?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003HEK73Q?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Carradice Super C Rear Panniers - pair&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Carradice Super C Rear Panniers. These pair of panniers is highly adjustable and has enough room for things that you might want to take for your tour. Panniers are very attractive and practical. These panniers will fit to any rack with tubing diameter up to 12 mm.Super C family bags are a choice of more expeditions worldwide than any other on account of Super C bags durability, toughness and waterproof qualities and ease of repair in case of accident.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003HEK73Q?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Carradice Super C Rear Panniers - pair&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-6597936408948513026?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/6597936408948513026/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/carradice-super-c-rear-panniers-pair.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/6597936408948513026'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/6597936408948513026'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/carradice-super-c-rear-panniers-pair.html' title='Carradice Super C Rear Panniers - pair Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-6022755496547582512</id><published>2011-05-25T08:55:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-25T08:55:01.127-04:00</updated><title type='text'>STYLISH LARGE MOTORCYCLE TRUNK BLACK LUGGAGE TOP CASE Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001RK7I5C?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51FgTQYEROL._AA160_.jpg" alt="STYLISH LARGE MOTORCYCLE TRUNK BLACK LUGGAGE TOP CASE" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Very pleased with the whole transaction; speedy and the box was in good condition when it arrived at my door step.The box is excellent for the money spent, matches the color and shine of my scooter.Mounting hardware was light - I painted the inside of the box with texture paint for sound proofing, and modified the mounting hardware making it more durable.Attached it to the scooter and proceeded to take a six hundred mile trip, the box was never an issue through a diverse set of roads, in rain and snow.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001RK7I5C?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001RK7I5C?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;STYLISH LARGE MOTORCYCLE TRUNK BLACK LUGGAGE TOP CASE&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;This beautiful trunk is made of heavy duty plastic material that makes the trunk extraordinary strong and durable. It is of large capacity and can easily hold a full face helmet and more. It is black with nice matte surface finish and it is great to match motorcycles of any colors. It is spacious, easy and very functional. It is detachable and can be carried with like a suitcase. This great luggage trunk features: - The outer dimension: 16 ½" wide, 15" deep and 11 " H. Large enough for a full face helmet. - Comes with a universal mounting kit including the base plate. - Quick release detachable by pushing the button - Nice black matte surface finish - Lockable with 2 keys&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001RK7I5C?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;STYLISH LARGE MOTORCYCLE TRUNK BLACK LUGGAGE TOP CASE&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-6022755496547582512?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/6022755496547582512/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/stylish-large-motorcycle-trunk-black.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/6022755496547582512'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/6022755496547582512'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/stylish-large-motorcycle-trunk-black.html' title='STYLISH LARGE MOTORCYCLE TRUNK BLACK LUGGAGE TOP CASE Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-2547760777697317992</id><published>2011-05-24T16:53:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-24T16:53:00.610-04:00</updated><title type='text'>Thule 3038 Podium Foot Kit for 460 &amp; 460R Foot Packs (3038) Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00152S9RI?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/11NYV7GTEVL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Thule 3038 Podium Foot Kit for 460 &amp; 460R Foot Packs" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;The low profile foot kit allows minimal height increase. I was able to keep the overall height with Thule Atlantis 1800 under 7 feet, and squeeze the car inside the garage.&lt;br /&gt;I did noticed that in some cold days my sliding sunroof would stuck under the bar. However the convenience of entering the garage outweighes the underestimation of sunroof clearance.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00152S9RI?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00152S9RI?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule 3038 Podium Foot Kit for 460 &amp; 460R Foot Packs (3038)&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The Thule Roof Rack Fit Kits. Thule Kit numbers 3000-3100.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00152S9RI?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule 3038 Podium Foot Kit for 460 &amp; 460R Foot Packs (3038)&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 10% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-2547760777697317992?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/2547760777697317992/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-3038-podium-foot-kit-for-460-460r.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2547760777697317992'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2547760777697317992'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-3038-podium-foot-kit-for-460-460r.html' title='Thule 3038 Podium Foot Kit for 460 &amp; 460R Foot Packs (3038) Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-1878997160291327788</id><published>2011-05-24T11:40:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-24T11:40:00.471-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='yakima'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rails'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='kayak rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo box'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule roof rack foot pack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof-mounted'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rack adapters'/><title type='text'>Yakima Snars Round/Square - Set of 4 Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0025UH06U?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/311mjKJ0lrL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Yakima Snars Round/Square - Set of 4" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I had old Yakima Ski holders and these universal snap arounds worked exactly like they're supposed to.I used them to mount the ski holders onto the Yakima round bars I recently purchased.Can't say there's anything wrong with this product.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0025UH06U?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0025UH06U?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima Snars Round/Square - Set of 4&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Yakima Top of Car Rack Service and Replacement Parts.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0025UH06U?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima Snars Round/Square - Set of 4&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 33% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-1878997160291327788?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/1878997160291327788/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/yakima-snars-roundsquare-set-of-4.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1878997160291327788'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1878997160291327788'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/yakima-snars-roundsquare-set-of-4.html' title='Yakima Snars Round/Square - Set of 4 Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-5241972729837066278</id><published>2011-05-23T12:45:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-23T12:45:00.845-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rack trunks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='axiom'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Axiom Champlain Rear Panniers 3667 cubic inches Black/Silver Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000IBRK9U?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/310PtBfqIaL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Axiom Champlain Rear Panniers 3667 cubic inches Black/Silver" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Used these panniers on a 7 day ride.They are easy to pack and mount on the rack.Their 65 liter capacity handled all the gear I needed.Had one massive rainstorm, and the rain covers kept everything dry.The only thing that keeps me from rating these bags at 5 stars is that one of the bags fell off after hitting a series of bumps.After that experience, I used some 16 guage wire to tie the two panniers together (weaving the wire through the top of the rack).No problems after that.I would definitly recommend these bags (just be sure to use wire or rope to ensure that they stay on the rack!)&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000IBRK9U?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000IBRK9U?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom Champlain Rear Panniers 3667 cubic inches Black/Silver&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Axiom Champlain Rear Panniers 3667 cubic inches, Black/Silver .1000D Polyester, 3M reflective trim, 2300g, 3mm stiffener, #5 zippers, rain cover and spare hardware included.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000IBRK9U?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom Champlain Rear Panniers 3667 cubic inches Black/Silver&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 20% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-5241972729837066278?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/5241972729837066278/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/axiom-champlain-rear-panniers-3667.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5241972729837066278'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5241972729837066278'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/axiom-champlain-rear-panniers-3667.html' title='Axiom Champlain Rear Panniers 3667 cubic inches Black/Silver Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-8007245854095385303</id><published>2011-05-23T07:18:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-23T07:18:00.380-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='civilian labs'/><title type='text'>Ghost-Ring: Ghost Ring (Bottle Holster) Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000MONLXW?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/211211gW6OL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Ghost-Ring: Ghost Ring" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I use this thing all the time. It works perfectly. I have it clipped to my camera bag because I need water and have my hands free while out shooting.&lt;br /&gt;This thing is rugged and strong. It is very well made and will last a long time. And it works with every bottle that I have used with it. I am very happy with it.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000MONLXW?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000MONLXW?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Ghost-Ring: Ghost Ring (Bottle Holster)&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Snap Ghost Ring's metal clip onto the neck of a common plastic drink bottle, clip it to a belt loop, or bag strap, and you've got an instant canteen. Unclip the sidepush buckle - The clip side stays on the bottle while you drink (swivel-hook side stays hooked on you.) Perfect to clip on a climbing harness or a day pack, it is superior to similar products using a rubber ring to hold the bottle as this ring typically breaks within a few days, becoming useless. Our steel snap is indestructible.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000MONLXW?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Ghost-Ring: Ghost Ring (Bottle Holster)&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-8007245854095385303?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/8007245854095385303/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/ghost-ring-ghost-ring-bottle-holster.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/8007245854095385303'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/8007245854095385303'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/ghost-ring-ghost-ring-bottle-holster.html' title='Ghost-Ring: Ghost Ring (Bottle Holster) Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-3049107820456698019</id><published>2011-05-22T18:38:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-22T18:38:00.408-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike equipment'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike luggage'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='axiom'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Axiom Typhoon Panniers Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0028YAKZG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/512Et9p4XAL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Axiom Typhoon Panniers" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I wanted to get new panniers that were waterproof and bigger than my current ones, but I couldn't afford the fancy Arkel or Ortlieb models. These Axioms are great -- very roomy and the closure appears to support the waterproof claim. The hardware seems rugged and makes for easy installation and removal from my rack. I used them on a 60-mile overnight bike camping trip and there were no problems. They held tight to the rack with no wiggle or slippage. It didn't rain on the trip, so I can't confirm the waterproof claim yet.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;I do have only a couple minor complaints:&lt;br /&gt;- They could benefit from a few more storage options. Although the main compartment is *really* roomy, it would be nice to have a couple interior pouches to help with organization. There is a waterproof zippered pocket on the outside of the flap that can hold papers or maps or other thin items. There's also a zippered mesh pocket on the inside of the flap. Aside from those, it would be nice to have a couple additional exterior pockets or pouches for extra water bottles or other small items that need to be accessible. A loop or other way to attach a light to the back of the pannier would also be a nice touch.&lt;br /&gt;- The instructions are pretty minimal. I had trouble figuring out how the closure works and the instructions only included some *very* tiny photos that were too illegible to be of any help. I finally figured it out, though. :-)&lt;br /&gt;- The panniers are so big that I had to really stretch the bungee cord attachment in order to move them far enough to the rear of my rack so that my heels didn't hit them. That comes with the large capacity, I guess.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Overall, these are great panniers. I got them through Amazon / Niagara for a much lower price than what's shown today, so you might want to wait for a sale if you're not in a hurry.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0028YAKZG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0028YAKZG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom Typhoon Panniers&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Part of Axiom's StormFront series, the Typhoon is a waterproof bag that features welded seams and a roll down closure to keep inclement weather out. Features: Fully waterproof welded tarpaulin and 600D polyester Posi-Lock attachment system secures luggage to rack even on rough roads; extra hardware included Roll-down closure for foolproof weather protection Top flap has waterproof pocket on outside, mesh tool pocket on inside Reflective logos and tabs for improved visibility Sold in pairs The high level fabric used in all Axiom bags has exceptionally low off-gassing characteristics (open up a bag and you notice it doesn't smell like plastic or chemicals!) that exceed even European stan&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0028YAKZG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom Typhoon Panniers&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-3049107820456698019?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/3049107820456698019/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/axiom-typhoon-panniers-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3049107820456698019'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3049107820456698019'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/axiom-typhoon-panniers-review.html' title='Axiom Typhoon Panniers Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-3511165394806865615</id><published>2011-05-22T10:44:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-22T10:44:00.598-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike stand'/><title type='text'>Feedback Sports RAKK Integrated Bicycle Display System White, One Size Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001AX6MMG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31mVSA7dDML._AA160_.jpg" alt="Feedback Sports RAKK Integrated Bicycle Display System White, One Size" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I bought this stand because it was the only one I saw that didn't contact the bike's frame, spokes, etc., just the rear tire.You simply back the bike into the wheel slots on the bottom of the stand, and the rear spring-loaded arm keeps the bike upright by holding the rear tire with tension.The arm folds down easily to make this stand highly portable.The only negative thing I can say is that the edges of the metal wheel slots where the tire sits can make a slight indentation on the tire, even if the bike sits for just a day or two.It's not a big deal, and it appears that the rubber rebounds so I don't think it would leave a permanent indentation on the tire anyway.I rectified this by putting a bit of black duct tape on the metal lip to soften it up some.Highly recommended.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001AX6MMG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001AX6MMG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Feedback Sports RAKK Integrated Bicycle Display System White, One Size&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The Feedback Sports Rakk Integrated Bicycle Display System provides easy, hands-free storage for all types of bikes. These modular units can be clipped together for retail displays or garage storage. This versatile rack holds everything from 20mm road tires up to 2.4in mountain bike tires in sizes 20-29 in. The three point contact locks in either the front or rear wheel and prevents bikes from tipping over.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001AX6MMG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Feedback Sports RAKK Integrated Bicycle Display System White, One Size&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-3511165394806865615?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/3511165394806865615/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/feedback-sports-rakk-integrated-bicycle.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3511165394806865615'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3511165394806865615'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/feedback-sports-rakk-integrated-bicycle.html' title='Feedback Sports RAKK Integrated Bicycle Display System White, One Size Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-200489501291108388</id><published>2011-05-21T17:33:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-21T17:33:00.482-04:00</updated><title type='text'>Classic Accessories 72647 Deluxe Motorcycle Cover, Fits most touring bikes up to 1500cc, full dress Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001CHR4E?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51019S0HRRL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Classic Accessories 72647 Deluxe Motorcycle Cover, Fits most touring bikes up to 1500cc, full dress" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Bought this a few weeks ago for my '97 Ninja 600.Fits fairly well, but the back does not make it all the way to the ground (about 6 inches short).I think this would be a problem with any sport bike.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Bottom line, it keeps the rain off and has bungees to hook across the bottom so the cover doesn't get blown off.Has a storage pouch sewn to the inside of the cover which is a nice touch because I'd probably lost it otherwise.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Would have given it 5 stars if the back was a few inches taller.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001CHR4E?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001CHR4E?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Classic Accessories 72647 Deluxe Motorcycle Cover, Fits most touring bikes up to 1500cc, full dress&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Heavy-duty polyester cover with interior heat shield, non-scratch windshield liner and air vents.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001CHR4E?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Classic Accessories 72647 Deluxe Motorcycle Cover, Fits most touring bikes up to 1500cc, full dress&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-200489501291108388?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/200489501291108388/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/classic-accessories-72647-deluxe.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/200489501291108388'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/200489501291108388'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/classic-accessories-72647-deluxe.html' title='Classic Accessories 72647 Deluxe Motorcycle Cover, Fits most touring bikes up to 1500cc, full dress Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-27567978204882906</id><published>2011-05-21T16:24:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-21T16:24:00.281-04:00</updated><title type='text'>Yakima Spare Tire Carrier Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002LB68X4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/412GJlzFbAL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Yakima Spare Tire Carrier" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;My vehicle has the spare tire mounted underneath - really interfears with departure angles, and is a pain if you actually have to get to the spare because you need it.Problem solved with the spare tire carrier.Safely and securely relocates your spare to the roof rack (I use with a LoadWarrior basket) where it is out of the way and easily accessable if needed.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002LB68X4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002LB68X4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima Spare Tire Carrier&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The Yakima Spare Tire Carrier is a convenient way to carry your spare tire atop your MegaWarrior or LoadWarrior gear basket, freeing up space inside your vehicle for more toys. Carries up to a 35" spare tire, and features a quick release for fast and easy installation and removal. Lockable with a separately obtained padlock.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002LB68X4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima Spare Tire Carrier&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-27567978204882906?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/27567978204882906/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/yakima-spare-tire-carrier-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/27567978204882906'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/27567978204882906'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/yakima-spare-tire-carrier-review.html' title='Yakima Spare Tire Carrier Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-5924065669946565395</id><published>2011-05-20T19:37:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-20T19:37:00.803-04:00</updated><title type='text'>Thule 91726 Pull Top Ski/Snowboard Carrier 2011 Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0006IJ0L6?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31PzwTBgqUL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Thule 91726 Pull Top Ski/Snowboard Carrier 2011" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Easy to install, even easier to use. Fits great on top of my car.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0006IJ0L6?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0006IJ0L6?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule 91726 Pull Top Ski/Snowboard Carrier 2011&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When Thule has put their name on an item, you know that you will benefit greatly, the item will be great and the design well thought out to make your toting items around as easy as possible. This 91726 Pull Top Carrier designed by Thule is revolutionary. This carrier extends out, making ski, snowboard and wakeboard mounting a breeze. Easy on your back, this carrier also makes the storing secure, safe and out of the way. The hardware and locks are included so all you need now, is to secure the equipment to the top and you off you go. Features: Installs quickly, no tools required for set-up, Snowboards can be carried base to base for maximum capacity, Works for wakeboards also. Model Year: 2011, Product ID: 20869, Shipping Restriction: This item is not available for shipment outside of the United States.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0006IJ0L6?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule 91726 Pull Top Ski/Snowboard Carrier 2011&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 10% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-5924065669946565395?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/5924065669946565395/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-91726-pull-top-skisnowboard.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5924065669946565395'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5924065669946565395'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-91726-pull-top-skisnowboard.html' title='Thule 91726 Pull Top Ski/Snowboard Carrier 2011 Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-3829380846863286051</id><published>2011-05-20T15:53:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-20T15:53:00.329-04:00</updated><title type='text'>HONDA VTX 1800 1300 SHADOW MAGNA VALKYRIE LUGGAGE TRUNK Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CEYAU0?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51ST3HCJDBL._AA160_.jpg" alt="HONDA VTX 1800 1300 SHADOW MAGNA VALKYRIE LUGGAGE TRUNK" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;WHAT GREAT QUALITY THIS NEAT TRIP TRUNK IS, LOOKS GREAT. I SHOPPED AROUND AND BELIVE ME WHAT A FIND THIS WAS. SOME TRUNKS THAT DIDN'T LOOK AS NICE, WASN'T AS BIG, WERE MUCH HIGHER PRICED. IF YOU NEED A NICE HARD SHELL TRIP TRUNK I RECOMMEND THIS ONE. I HAVE HAD SOME NICE COMMENTS ALSO.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CEYAU0?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CEYAU0?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;HONDA VTX 1800 1300 SHADOW MAGNA VALKYRIE LUGGAGE TRUNK&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;For sale is a brand new, large premium motorcycle trunk, with two keys to lock the trunk, color elegant black. This very well built trunk with beautiful style and finish is one of the larger models of motorcycle trunks we carry, it will easily fit a fullface motorcycle helmet and leave room for other stuff you want to carry. The trunk can be wired up for brake light and turn lights (yes, what you see on top and on the sides are real lights, not just reflectors). The outside dimension is as follows: 18.9" (width) X 16" (depth) X 15.4" (height). A smaller model is also available at $78. The package includes all mounting accessories (attachment plates, mounting screws, nuts, washers), everything you need to mount it on a rack or flat surface on your bike. The universal mounting accessories will work virtually on all bike models. A set of 2 matching keys, control box for lights and wiring for LED lights is also included.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CEYAU0?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;HONDA VTX 1800 1300 SHADOW MAGNA VALKYRIE LUGGAGE TRUNK&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-3829380846863286051?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/3829380846863286051/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/honda-vtx-1800-1300-shadow-magna.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3829380846863286051'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3829380846863286051'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/honda-vtx-1800-1300-shadow-magna.html' title='HONDA VTX 1800 1300 SHADOW MAGNA VALKYRIE LUGGAGE TRUNK Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-9139012422360515145</id><published>2011-05-19T09:29:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-19T09:29:00.226-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='colorful'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='timbuk2'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='amazing'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='messenger bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='messenger'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bookbag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='motorcycle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='durable'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><title type='text'>Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001R20M26?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41yPkrAaxjL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I've been using my medium timbuk2 messenger bag for the past 2 years. Frankly, I think large is way too big. Even medium is a bit much for my 5'3" frame. Let me give you an idea of how much a medium bag can hold: 2 thick textbooks, a 15" laptop in casing, lunch, portable mug/water bottle, gym clothes + sneakers. So in short, it's perfect for those who leave early in the morning and don't get home until the evening. It has enough various-sized pockets on the inside and outside of the bag to feed all my compulsive needs. It works also exceptionally well as a carry-on and overnight or weekend trips. The bag is certainly durable and stylish with an added bonus of having the option to customize the color blocks. I liked that about timbuk2 bags -- crumpler bags seemed a little boring. And to clarify, timbuk2 bags are waterproof in a sense that the contents of your bag will not get wet; but the bag will, because it is the inner lining of the bag that is waterproof, not the outer material. Once the bag dries, it's as good as new, but I now spray my bag with a water-repellent from time to time.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;If you decide to buy a medium or large, definitely shell out a few more bucks for a padded strap, because while the strap is nice and wide, it provides zero cushioning for your shoulders.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001R20M26?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001R20M26?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Originally built for hard-working bicycle messengers, the Timbuk2 Classic messenger bag has been in production for nearly two decades now. Known for its long-lasting, rugged durability and distinctive three-panel, multicolor design, the Classic has been adopted in cities around the world as an everyday, all-purpose carryall. The messenger bag is built for the long haul, with a ballistic nylon exterior and a waterproof liner that keeps the elements at bay. The bag also offers plenty of interior storage regardless of the size you choose, with a large main compartment, a front pocket with an extra zippered pocket, and multiple internal pockets, including pen slots and a business card slot. Finally, the Classic is a breeze to carry, with a quick-adjust, side-cam shoulder strap and a strap pad. Other features include a cross strap for stabilization (not available on the extra-small size), a Vista light attachment loop, and either tabs (XS) or tails (all other sizes). The Classic messenger bag remains the bag of choice for bicycle messengers, cycling enthusiasts, and urban dwellers everywhere. &lt;br /&gt;  &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;i&gt;&lt;b&gt;The Classic messenger bag stores a ton of gear in its multiple pockets.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/i&gt;&lt;b&gt;Dimensions:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt; &lt;br /&gt;Extra-small (XS): 12.75 by 8.5 by 5.25 inches (W x H x D), 1 pound &lt;br /&gt;Small (S): 14.5 by 9.75 by 5.15 inches, 1.8 pounds &lt;br /&gt;Medium (M): 18.75 by 10.5 by 7.75 inches, 2.1 pounds &lt;br /&gt;Large (L): 22.5 by 12.5 by 8.5 inches, 2.3 pounds &lt;br /&gt;Extra-large (XL): 26.25 by 14 by 9 inches, 3.15 pounds &lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;About Timbuk2&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Born in a San Francisco garage and bred on the backs of messengers in the city streets, Timbuk2 still manufactures its custom bags in the heart of San Francisco's Mission District. For 20 years, the company has been building bags and accessories for urban adventurers with a simple philosophy: to create good-looking, tough-as-hell bags you can truly make your own. Timbuk2 celebrates your individuality, which is why the company invites its customers to design and create custom bags in its Bag Builder. By letting you hack its bags, the company believes it can make bags that work harder for you. &lt;br /&gt; Like rice and beans, Timbuk2 keeps it simple when it comes to being pro-planet. The company makes durable bags that are built to last, so while the competition is piling up in landfills, Timbuk2 bags stay on your back and hugs you for a lifetime. Tales of Timbuk2 bags outlasting jobs, lovers, pets, and train wrecks are not uncommon. In fact, the company is so confident in its bags that it guarantees that they'll last a lifetime. In those rare cases when something bad goes down, Timbuk2 will take your bag off your hands and find it a new (loving) home through its bag recycling program.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001R20M26?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-9139012422360515145?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/9139012422360515145/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/timbuk2-classic-messenger-bag-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/9139012422360515145'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/9139012422360515145'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/timbuk2-classic-messenger-bag-review.html' title='Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-8087300782744851716</id><published>2011-05-19T07:37:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-19T07:37:00.148-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='windjammer'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof racks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='yakima'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='marty from sf'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='interior accessories'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rack adapters'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='automotive'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rack fairings'/><title type='text'>Yakima Fairing Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0025UGWC8?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/21PlOGcB5TL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Yakima Fairing" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Okay, this "fairing" looks cool on top of my Toyota Tacoma and it hides the roof rack.However, it does very little to cut down on wind noise.I was really surprised at how much noise it still allows.Instead of thumping the roof, the wind now whooshes loudly.If you don't have the music on, it takes some getting used to.Without the ski rack on top, it is easily stolen by unscrewing the bolts (although I don't know who would steal a 38" X 3.5" piece of plastic).It's amazing what we buy to make things look "cool".Thule also makes nice looking `fairings'.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0025UGWC8?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0025UGWC8?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima Fairing&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;With today's gas prices everyone is more conscious of aerodynamics and performance. Yakima's Fairing gives you a sleeker, more aerodynamic shape while your vehicle is loaded. Plus, it's quieter!.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0025UGWC8?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima Fairing&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-8087300782744851716?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/8087300782744851716/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/yakima-fairing-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/8087300782744851716'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/8087300782744851716'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/yakima-fairing-review.html' title='Yakima Fairing Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-4066081887351903805</id><published>2011-05-18T11:39:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-18T11:39:00.972-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><title type='text'>Axiom, Kootenay Front / Rear Panniers 1830 Cubic Inches Black/Silver Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000IQCHES?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/412o9Esn9YL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Axiom, Kootenay Front / Rear Panniers 1830 Cubic Inches Black/Silver" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Well made, good looking, and functional. Using them on the rear rack for weekend tours around the county. Work great. Very secure. Just what I hoped for.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000IQCHES?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000IQCHES?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom, Kootenay Front / Rear Panniers 1830 Cubic Inches Black/Silver&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The Kootenay is a mid-sized pannier perfect for weekend trips or traveling light on long tours.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000IQCHES?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom, Kootenay Front / Rear Panniers 1830 Cubic Inches Black/Silver&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-4066081887351903805?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/4066081887351903805/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/axiom-kootenay-front-rear-panniers-1830.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4066081887351903805'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4066081887351903805'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/axiom-kootenay-front-rear-panniers-1830.html' title='Axiom, Kootenay Front / Rear Panniers 1830 Cubic Inches Black/Silver Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-5410686403809242574</id><published>2011-05-18T07:21:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-18T07:21:00.569-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='hard-shell carriers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='yakima'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule car top carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo box'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top cargo carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rooftop cargo box'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo carrier'/><title type='text'>Thule Ascent 1600 Cargo Box Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UXWQDG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31aQGM+xP2L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Thule Ascent 1600 Cargo Box" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I just used this carrier on a 1600-mile round trip from northern Illinois to North Carolina (on a 2005 Astro Van).On the return trip (September 14), we went through extreme hurricane force winds (aftermath from Hurricane Ike) of 75 MPH from all directions in Louisville, KY.The wind downed trees on the interstate, but the carrier held firmly and no rain entered despite an incredible amount of buffeting due to the winds.I was concerned that the sideways and up-and-down effects of severe buffeting might loosen the grips on the crossbar, but the grips were as tight when I arrived home as they were when I left home.I saw two top carriers that had separated from their vehicles and had been run over on I-65...that's how bad the wind was.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When I first got it it fit up well, but one of the saddles that sits on the cross rail broke.I called Thule customer service and they were very nice.They immediately sent four new saddles and said that I must have received one of their earlier units that had substandard saddles.They apparently discovered this recently and were very accommodating.I appreciate their fine customer service, although I am glad I had time to get the saddles before my trip.Suggest that you make certain that you have the most recent saddles.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Shipping service and tracking through Amazon was great, and the price was the best I could find!Thule 604 Ascent 1600 Rooftop Cargo Box (Black)&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UXWQDG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UXWQDG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule Ascent 1600 Cargo Box&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;If little Johnny?s neck is showing signs of permanent kinking from cramming all the skis next to him inside of the car, do everyone a favor and check out the Thule Ascent 1600 Cargo Box. This mid-sided roof box will fit 6-8 skis or 3-4 snowboards comfortably so that you don?t have to pay ski-resort prices for a massage each time you hit the slopes.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Product Features&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul style="list-style-type: disc; margin-left: 25px;"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Material: Plastic &lt;br /&gt;Compatibility: Fits Thule rack systems, round bars and most factory racks&lt;br /&gt;Opening: Either side &lt;br /&gt;Dimensions: L76 x W33.1 x H16.4in (193 x 84 x 41.6cm)&lt;br /&gt;Volume: 27,648cu in (453L)&lt;br /&gt;Max Load: 110lb (50kg)&lt;br /&gt;Locks Included: Yes &lt;br /&gt;Weight: 37lb (16.8kg)&lt;br /&gt;Recommended Use: Toting gear, cargo, skis, snowboards&lt;br /&gt;Manufacturer Warranty: Lifetime&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UXWQDG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule Ascent 1600 Cargo Box&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-5410686403809242574?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/5410686403809242574/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-ascent-1600-cargo-box-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5410686403809242574'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5410686403809242574'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-ascent-1600-cargo-box-review.html' title='Thule Ascent 1600 Cargo Box Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-3883861751925462941</id><published>2011-05-17T09:39:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-17T09:39:01.483-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><title type='text'>Axiom Large Pannier Rain Cover Set Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001IOSYLO?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41EZEAc1A1L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Axiom Large Pannier Rain Cover Set" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I've used them twice in the rain now and my bags (stuff) is perfectly dry inside.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001IOSYLO?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001IOSYLO?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom Large Pannier Rain Cover Set&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Waterproof raincovers to fit Axiom or any other brand.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001IOSYLO?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom Large Pannier Rain Cover Set&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 36% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-3883861751925462941?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/3883861751925462941/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/axiom-large-pannier-rain-cover-set.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3883861751925462941'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3883861751925462941'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/axiom-large-pannier-rain-cover-set.html' title='Axiom Large Pannier Rain Cover Set Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-3320337881218516372</id><published>2011-05-17T07:05:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-17T07:05:00.467-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike gear'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike basket'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='wald'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle accessories'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rear bike rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike baskets'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='collapsible basket'/><title type='text'>Dimension Rear Rack Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GSSMX2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41qjLm0yaoL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Dimension Rear Rack" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I put this lightweight rack on a 700cm Specialized comfort bike with a medium frame size. The rack clears the rear tire nicely thanks to the extra hole on the side support strut. In order to achieve a level mounting, I had to fabricate an angled bracket (2" wide aluminum x 1/8" thick.) to extend to front of the rack because the supplied front mounting brackets are to short. Overall, I'm pleased with the result but be prepared for some extra work on some bikes.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GSSMX2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GSSMX2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Dimension Rear Rack&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Dimension Rear Rack fits 26" and 700c bikes. Features: Fits 26" and 700c bikes and includes hardware for seatstay mount&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GSSMX2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Dimension Rear Rack&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-3320337881218516372?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/3320337881218516372/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/dimension-rear-rack-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3320337881218516372'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3320337881218516372'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/dimension-rear-rack-review.html' title='Dimension Rear Rack Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-2091060823533220175</id><published>2011-05-16T21:47:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-16T21:47:00.244-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><title type='text'>TAIGA International Bicycle Front Panniers - Mountain (A PAIR) Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001B60ABG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51iuSc+YCDL._AA160_.jpg" alt="TAIGA International Bicycle Front Panniers - Mountain" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;The price is great!The saddle bags look much nicer in person also.I had no issues with them on my week and a half trip.I definitely recommend them to others&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001B60ABG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001B60ABG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;TAIGA International Bicycle Front Panniers - Mountain (A PAIR)&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Dedicated to making the best outdoor equipment possible, TAIGA WORKS® is a model of excellence in innovation, quality and price. Well-known across Canada and distinguished on numerous expeditions around the globe, the name TAIGA® has come to mean Canada's Best Gear to many.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001B60ABG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;TAIGA International Bicycle Front Panniers - Mountain (A PAIR)&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 32% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-2091060823533220175?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/2091060823533220175/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/taiga-international-bicycle-front.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2091060823533220175'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2091060823533220175'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/taiga-international-bicycle-front.html' title='TAIGA International Bicycle Front Panniers - Mountain (A PAIR) Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-9092628247407412533</id><published>2011-05-16T19:09:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-16T19:09:00.386-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='hard-shell carriers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo carriers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo box'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rooftop cargo box'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo carrier'/><title type='text'>Thule 603 Ascent 1500 Rooftop Cargo Box (Black) Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UXWQDQ?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31aQGM+xP2L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Thule 603 Ascent 1500 Rooftop Cargo Box" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I purchased the Thule Rooftop Cargo Box after seeing them on so many vehicles on my travels across the U.S..The 603 Ascent 1500 was selected as the size and shape fit my camping needs to a "T".Once I received it and opened the box I was skeptical as it is very light, but feeling confident with the numbers of them in use, I mounted it to my 2001 Subaru Outback.Wow! Easy and Quick!No brainer there!Then it was off to Washington State an over 2100 mile trip.&lt;br /&gt;Well, I am back and only have enthusiastic phrase for this fabulous cargo box! High winds at 75 mph and rain didn't phase it one bit!As far as my gas mileage, I really think it increased!I get 25 mpg normally and I averaged just over 24 mpg!That includes going through the Rockies several times and the high wind on the nose driving!I don't believe I did that well without it. This is a Great Product and I am sure you will be pleased as well!Purchase it, you won't regret it!Amazon gave great service and shipping!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UXWQDQ?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UXWQDQ?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule 603 Ascent 1500 Rooftop Cargo Box (Black)&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Thule's new Ascent series is designed to reflect the styling of today's vehicles and handle the carrying needs of active outdoors people and travelers alike. The addition of the Quick Grip- mounting hardware adds to the long list of features this box series offers. High grade impact &amp; scratch resistant material sets the Ascent series apart from all the rest. NEW! Quick Grip- hardware for easy on/off attachment to roof racks. Access gear from either side of the car using our patented Dual-Side opening feature. Smooth, aerodynamic design for minimal wind resistance. Easy opening and closing with Thule's NO-GO- Central Locking, One Key System. Mounts to most factory installed and aftermarket racks. Four box sizes available.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UXWQDQ?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule 603 Ascent 1500 Rooftop Cargo Box (Black)&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 10% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-9092628247407412533?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/9092628247407412533/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-603-ascent-1500-rooftop-cargo-box.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/9092628247407412533'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/9092628247407412533'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-603-ascent-1500-rooftop-cargo-box.html' title='Thule 603 Ascent 1500 Rooftop Cargo Box (Black) Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-2613747483822460914</id><published>2011-05-15T20:22:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-15T20:22:00.269-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike luggage'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='grocery'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='axiom'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Civia Panniers Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PTBTIW?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31B9uXW4T5L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Civia Panniers" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I just got this today and had it stuffed full after running errands on my bike.The bag was easy to take on and off while I did my shopping and held a ton of stuff!Even fully loaded, the bag was secure.I read reviews of other pannier bags that have popped off while riding over bumps- scary- but not this bag.It's good looking, light weight, waterproof, easy, and secure.The only bad part is that I only bought one.I will definitely be getting a second.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PTBTIW?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PTBTIW?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Civia Panniers&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Civia Waterproof Panniers by Ortlieb. Features: Sold each Roll closure Integrated inner pocket Reflective Civia 3 dot logo Perfect complement for Hyland Highly adjustable for most rear racks&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PTBTIW?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Civia Panniers&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-2613747483822460914?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/2613747483822460914/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/civia-panniers-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2613747483822460914'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2613747483822460914'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/civia-panniers-review.html' title='Civia Panniers Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-4628961119867762527</id><published>2011-05-15T08:29:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-15T08:29:00.201-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><title type='text'>Basil Kavan II Rear Bag 17044 45L Beige Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00113L8O2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51fxoRa72qL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Basil Kavan II Rear Bag 17044 45L Beige" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;These bags are incredibly well made from durable canvas and leather. They're surprisingly heavy but the weight is only felt when you're lifting your bike upstairs (a downfall to living in an apartment with no bike storage!). I had a bit of trouble attaching the bags to my rack - possibly because I'm an idiot. They attach to the rack with leather buckles so these aren't intended to be removed - they're more of a permanent fixture on the bike. They're also quite large and at first, I thought they might be too large and heavy. Well, after a few weeks with the bags, I'm convinced that they were a great choice. They're large enough to hold my school books, laptop, groceries, and anything else that would otherwise be too awkward to carry on my back. On a school day, I put my empty messenger bag in one of the panniers and then transfer all of the loose stuff into my bag. I'm also way more likely to go on a bike picnic or to the farmers market now that I have ample room. I can't express how amazing it is to be free from lugging heavy stuff on my back! I was pretty skeptical about the bags being waterproof - I live in rainy Portland - but, I think there must be some sort of waterproof shield between the canvas layers that prevent rain from getting through - the inside of the bags stay dry! The leather is already becoming much more supple and is easier to buckle. My only concern is the bags being stolen. I do think they might actually be too awkward to bother with - since you'd actually have to get down and unbuckle a bunch of straps. Possibly not worth someone's time? Overall, these are great bags, functional and classy. They'll definitely last forever and are totally worth the investment. I would highly recommend these bags to someone who would like a more permanent hauling set-up on they're bike.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00113L8O2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00113L8O2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Basil Kavan II Rear Bag 17044 45L Beige&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Back to the roots of the canvas bike bag. Natural materials, perfect finish and character with great convenience make it truly a unique bag! , Double rear bag. , Strong and water-repellent canvas w. leather , Rounded side for more cycle-space. , Reflective strips front and back, , Dimension: 2x37*17*35(cm);45L , Fastening system: Straps&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00113L8O2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Basil Kavan II Rear Bag 17044 45L Beige&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-4628961119867762527?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/4628961119867762527/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/basil-kavan-ii-rear-bag-17044-45l-beige.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4628961119867762527'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4628961119867762527'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/basil-kavan-ii-rear-bag-17044-45l-beige.html' title='Basil Kavan II Rear Bag 17044 45L Beige Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-5693887664368231188</id><published>2011-05-14T17:43:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-14T17:43:00.139-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike luggage'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='grocery'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='grocery panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='waterproof'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='axiom'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Axiom Dutch Shopper Panniers Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0025UH1T6?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41WyYCjmP0L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Axiom Dutch Shopper Panniers" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;These bags work great for those small trips to the grocery store.While they won't hold a week's worth of shopping, you can grab a gallon of milk and two small bags of groceries.The resuable cloth bags slide into the panniers for easy loading and unloading.It takes just a couple of minutes to attach the panniers to your rear carrier if you don't want or need them when you ride your bike other places.You can save the gas from driving your car and get in some exercise.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0025UH1T6?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0025UH1T6?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom Dutch Shopper Panniers&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Axiom Dutch Shopper Panniers, simple, urban panniers for the lifestyle and casual cyclist.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0025UH1T6?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom Dutch Shopper Panniers&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 55% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-5693887664368231188?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/5693887664368231188/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/axiom-dutch-shopper-panniers-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5693887664368231188'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5693887664368231188'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/axiom-dutch-shopper-panniers-review.html' title='Axiom Dutch Shopper Panniers Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-4080708302763959983</id><published>2011-05-14T10:09:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-14T10:09:00.791-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='450r'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='factory rail mount'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule car top carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo box'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top cargo carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rooftop cargo box'/><title type='text'>Thule Boxter Cargo Carrier Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PQQFRU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31CGvdi4eOL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Thule Boxter Cargo Carrier" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Ordered this in the blind off Thule's recommendation for my 2010 Volkswagen TDi Sportswagon and 2005 Honda Odyssey.The box was shipped via ground and arrived in great condition.I ordered the areo bars and feet for my new Sportwagon but have the sqaure bars on my Odyssey.The box fits both with easy and rides nicely on both vehicles.The nice feature that Thule did not, nor any of the websites that I used to conduct my research, play up how easy it is to put on, much less swap between two different vehicles.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;On the bottom of the cargo box, there are sliding anchors that allow you to place the box on either type of bars.This was covered in the all of the videos and write ups I could find, but the interesting thing is that they slide to accommodate at a minimum of around 21" and a maximum 36" distance between the front and rear bars.So there is no need to have both vehicles setup the same or worry about having to reposition the feet.Once you have the box positioned, then you secure it to the bars by twisting the knobs inside the box.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Truly a well engineered piece of equipment like all the other systems and components I have purchased through Thule.I believe this box is well worth the money and am glad I went with this box over the Atlantis model.I certainly do recommend this box to others!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PQQFRU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PQQFRU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule Boxter Cargo Carrier&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Carry your gear in a box that?s as nice as your ride: the premium Thule Boxter Cargo Carrier. This low-profile carrier features a high-end finish and a sleek, aerodynamic design that minimizes wind for a quiet travel and improved fuel efficiency.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Product Features&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul style="list-style-type: disc; margin-left: 25px;"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Compatibility: Thule crossbars, round bars, and most factory racks &lt;br /&gt;Opening: Either side &lt;br /&gt;Dimensions: 87 x 36 x 15in (221 x 91 x 38cm)&lt;br /&gt;Volume: 18cu ft (504L); 6-8 pairs of skis (max 215cm), 4-6 snowboards&lt;br /&gt;Max Load: 110lb (50kg)&lt;br /&gt;Locks Included: Yes &lt;br /&gt;Weight: 54lbs (24.5kg)&lt;br /&gt;Recommended Use: Gear transportation&lt;br /&gt;Manufacturer Warranty: Lifetime&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PQQFRU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule Boxter Cargo Carrier&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 10% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-4080708302763959983?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/4080708302763959983/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-boxter-cargo-carrier-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4080708302763959983'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4080708302763959983'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-boxter-cargo-carrier-review.html' title='Thule Boxter Cargo Carrier Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-4733318958248824242</id><published>2011-05-13T21:41:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-13T21:41:00.130-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof rack bars'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rack systems'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='yakima'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='load bars'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule roof rack foot pack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='2009 amazon frustration-fre e packaging'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rack adapters'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo bars'/><title type='text'>Thule Traverse Foot Pack Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0036S74RU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41j1K8gNu5L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Thule Traverse Foot Pack" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I'm a faithful Thule user.Last 4 cars all had Thule racks.All that changed with the latest Traverse 480 system.After debating the plus and minus of Yakima's Q system compared to the Thule 480, I decided I'd stick with Thule and see how it all worked out (despite being told by REI employees "You have to wonder about a rack that requires a 'fit kit' to make it work."&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Turns out the pros were right.The fit kit (4 pieces of metal and some fitted rubber for $70!) never felt quite solid on my car.And maybe it was the nervousness about the fit kit, but when I tested the rack with two bikes I ended up driving around the block hearing noises.Metal straining.That was it.I called Thule, waited on hold for 40 minutes (you weekend sports enthusiasts will be excited to know that you can only call Tues-Fri) and was only told, "Yes, it has been tested.It fits."&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;I returned the racks and got the Yakima Q towers.I've never looked back.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Also, on the plus side for you Thule faithful, most recent Thule attachments (bike, kayak, ski) are designed so you can put them on a Yakima rack.Obviously Thule did this so they could sell their add-ons to Yakima customers, but the plus for me is I could get rid of my Thule 480 and still keep my bike trays.So don't think you need to stick with Thule just because you have a load of Thule attachments.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Goodbye, Thule.Was nice knowin' ya.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0036S74RU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0036S74RU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule Traverse Foot Pack&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Latch on the Thule Traverse Foot Pack and rest assured that the gear attached to your roof will be safe and sounds when you reach your destination. The Traverse?s simple design and super-secure attachment mechanism make it a solid choice for hassle-free racking. Select your compatible 480 Fit Kit, toss on a box, bike, or boat, and hit the road.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Product Features&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul style="list-style-type: disc; margin-left: 25px;"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Compatibility: Thule square bars&lt;br /&gt;Max Load: 165lbs (depending on vehicle)&lt;br /&gt;Locks Included: No&lt;br /&gt;Recommended Use: Gear storage&lt;br /&gt;Manufacturer Warranty: Lifetime&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0036S74RU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule Traverse Foot Pack&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 10% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-4733318958248824242?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/4733318958248824242/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-traverse-foot-pack-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4733318958248824242'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4733318958248824242'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-traverse-foot-pack-review.html' title='Thule Traverse Foot Pack Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-783728718764275869</id><published>2011-05-13T09:29:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-13T13:58:48.685-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='accessories'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='basil'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bikes'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Basil, Blossom Jugendstil Bicycle Double Pannier Bag 17293, Light Green Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001JT2450?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/516B4GI8gwL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Basil, Blossom Jugendstil Bicycle Double Pannier Bag 17293, Light Green" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I have a pair of these panniers in "Petrol" which is a turquoise and green pattern. If you go to the Basil website, you can actually see the range of patterns that they offer - many of them are really cute - though there aren't many US businesses selling them.&lt;br /&gt;The bags attach to a standard rear rack. There are four fabric belts that loop around and cinch on the side railings of your rack - two on each side. There are velcro loops on the inside (toward the wheel) that you can loop around the supports of the rack, just above your rear wheel axle. The bags close with two adjustable snap belts on each side. Another reviewer commented that the bags are not easy to remove - that is fairly accurate. If you are concerned about theft and want to easily be able to pop the bags off when getting to your destination, this probably isn't for you. On the other hand, a thief would have to hang out at the bike stand for awhile in order to make off with them. I have just left mine on when parking my bike, and so far, no one has messed with them. There are no mounting instructions with the bag, so you have to figure it out, but it is pretty simple. The bags can fold flat against the sides, and come with a reinforcement panel that you can set at the bottom to widen them out to their full size. This could be handy if you needed to empty the bags and narrow the profile of your bike for parking. I haven't left my bike out in a rainstorm with these on, but they have gotten damp and I expect that they will hold up well to rain. &lt;br /&gt;Another reviewer expressed concern about the corners of the bags getting caught on the spokes of the back wheel and presenting a safety concern. I have not had this problem- there is ample clearance on my bike between the inside of the bags and the wheel, and they have not gotten in the way at all. &lt;br /&gt;I also have a metal basket on the front of my bike, but I greatly prefer using the panniers. Loading the front basket makes steering difficult, but putting extra weight low over the back wheel doesn't seem to cause adverse effects.&lt;br /&gt;These are a great size for toting some groceries or books for everyday errands. Those looking for panniers for long-distance biking won't want these as they are not as large as other items out there for substantial amounts of gear.&lt;br /&gt;Overall, I love these bags and would recommend them to anyone who wants a small, cute, fun set of panniers for their bike.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001JT2450?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001JT2450?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Basil, Blossom Jugendstil Bicycle Double Pannier Bag 17293, Light Green&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Double bike bag of water-repellent material - Eye-catching colors, with flower print - Stitched cutouts for luggage carrier straps - Double reflective stripes back and front, cap - Buckle Closure Dimension: 2 x 36*15*33(cm); 35L Fastening system: Straps&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001JT2450?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Basil, Blossom Jugendstil Bicycle Double Pannier Bag 17293, Light Green&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 2% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-783728718764275869?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/783728718764275869/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/basil-blossom-jugendstil-bicycle-double.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/783728718764275869'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/783728718764275869'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/basil-blossom-jugendstil-bicycle-double.html' title='Basil, Blossom Jugendstil Bicycle Double Pannier Bag 17293, Light Green Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-7939068687140095104</id><published>2011-05-11T15:52:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-11T15:52:00.454-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike tank bag'/><title type='text'>Electra Townie Frame Bag Small Ladies Natural Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001FY0NMK?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/11APXHrMZ4L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Electra Townie Frame Bag Small Ladies Natural" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Mine is bright Red, and it's not just for ladies. It fits my Men's Townie7D perfectly. The amount of gear you can store in this tank bag is impressive. I put my lock and cable, a set of tools, gloves, bungy cords, and a small towel in it with room to spare. The zipper and velcroed flap keep it all secure. The support straps assure it does not move around while your on the go. If you own a Electra Townie, you owe it to yourself to get a Tank bag!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001FY0NMK?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001FY0NMK?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Electra Townie Frame Bag Small Ladies Natural&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Electra has discontinued all their Townie Frame Bags, so I have a very limited qunatity of all colors and sizes!! Electra Townie small natural vinyl tank bag. Easy to adjust buckle straps for mounting. Bag measures about 12 1/2" x 5". Electra makes one of the BEST products I have found on the market!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001FY0NMK?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Electra Townie Frame Bag Small Ladies Natural&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-7939068687140095104?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/7939068687140095104/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/electra-townie-frame-bag-small-ladies.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/7939068687140095104'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/7939068687140095104'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/electra-townie-frame-bag-small-ladies.html' title='Electra Townie Frame Bag Small Ladies Natural Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-1740321063782850647</id><published>2011-05-11T09:08:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-11T09:08:00.607-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='treadmill mat'/><title type='text'>1/4" 3'x7' Solid Rubber Mat for Ellipticals, Treadmills and Weights area. Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012UL8EY?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/513Ud7i3WyL._AA160_.jpg" alt="1/4' 3'x7' Solid Rubber Mat for Ellipticals, Treadmills and Weights area." border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I bought a Elliptical, and this was the closest mat to the footprint of the elliptical I could find.Its heavy duty, and is doing just fine.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;not much more to say about this.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012UL8EY?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012UL8EY?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;1/4" 3'x7' Solid Rubber Mat for Ellipticals, Treadmills and Weights area.&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Commercial quality virgin solid rubber mat forgym,home, office, clinic, school, health club.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012UL8EY?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;1/4" 3'x7' Solid Rubber Mat for Ellipticals, Treadmills and Weights area.&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 30% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-1740321063782850647?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/1740321063782850647/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/14-3x7-solid-rubber-mat-for-ellipticals.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1740321063782850647'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1740321063782850647'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/14-3x7-solid-rubber-mat-for-ellipticals.html' title='1/4&quot; 3&apos;x7&apos; Solid Rubber Mat for Ellipticals, Treadmills and Weights area. Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-5377101009229685532</id><published>2011-05-10T18:50:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-10T18:50:00.199-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='grocery panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Sunlite C-Sport Grocery Getter Bicycle Pannier Bag Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002E578YU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31uKIWZvd-L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Sunlite C-Sport Grocery Getter Bicycle Pannier Bag" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I ordered a pair of these for less than the price of one of some other brands.They fit my Topeak Explorer rack and will hold as many library books or groceries as I will care to lug up the hill to my home from town!They are not as sophisticated as some of the more expensive bags; they do not fold FLAT when empty.But for the price, I am happy with a semi-flat folded bag; I'm not racing with or without the bags.The photo makes it appear as if there is a "top", but these are open.I do recommend them.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002E578YU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002E578YU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Sunlite C-Sport Grocery Getter Bicycle Pannier Bag&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Mounts on rear racks; Dimensions: 14" x 13" x 7"&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002E578YU?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Sunlite C-Sport Grocery Getter Bicycle Pannier Bag&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-5377101009229685532?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/5377101009229685532/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/sunlite-c-sport-grocery-getter-bicycle.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5377101009229685532'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5377101009229685532'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/sunlite-c-sport-grocery-getter-bicycle.html' title='Sunlite C-Sport Grocery Getter Bicycle Pannier Bag Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-6565187103551774252</id><published>2011-05-10T17:29:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-10T17:29:00.457-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='handlebar mount'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><title type='text'>Avenir Universal Handlebar QR Mount Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00165Q9E4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41IPWMF7XoL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Avenir Universal Handlebar QR Mount" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Like the mount but there is a major design problem.The push button disconnect is flimsy.The catch is plastic and broke while disconnecting a bag.I have two mounts (one for each bike) and I have been super careful using the second one. I have been forced to adapt the broken mount to keep the bag from falling off during travel.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00165Q9E4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00165Q9E4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Avenir Universal Handlebar QR Mount&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Avenir by Raleigh is the premier bicycle accessory line from legendary Raleigh Bicycles.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00165Q9E4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Avenir Universal Handlebar QR Mount&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-6565187103551774252?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/6565187103551774252/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/avenir-universal-handlebar-qr-mount.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/6565187103551774252'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/6565187103551774252'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/avenir-universal-handlebar-qr-mount.html' title='Avenir Universal Handlebar QR Mount Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-1399299690182331771</id><published>2011-05-09T13:55:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-09T13:55:00.117-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo box'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top cargo carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rooftop cargo box'/><title type='text'>Thule 669ES Mountaineer ES Rooftop Cargo Box Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00152VYNE?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41yq9-186QL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Thule 669ES Mountaineer ES Rooftop Cargo Box" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I recommend this product for anyone who needs extra room while traveling and do not want to spend a lot for the extra room. We have a Volvo XC90, however, when we travel with our pet (lab) it allows him to have room in the back and keep all of our belonging clean, dry, and without dog hair. We traveled more than 2000 miles without any problems.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00152VYNE?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00152VYNE?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule 669ES Mountaineer ES Rooftop Cargo Box&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;A great choice for a multipurpose cargo box, the rooftop-mounted Thule 669ES Mountaineer ES can carry just about anything. It has a 17 cubic foot capacity, and it includes a Thule One Key System box lock that eliminates the hassle of multiple keys. The EasySnap hardware mounts directly to most aftermarket and factory-installed roof racks in seconds, and the opening is designed for safe curbside access.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;b&gt;Specifications:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt; &lt;br /&gt;Volume: 17 cubic feet &lt;br /&gt;Weight: 45 pounds &lt;br /&gt;Dimensions: 91.5 x 16.6 x 28.2 inches (LxHxW) &lt;br /&gt;Opening: Passenger side &lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;b&gt;Manufacturer's Warranty&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt; It's backed by Thule's limited lifetime warranty. The warranty is terminated if the purchaser transfers the product to another person. The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, cosmetic rust, scratches, or accidents.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;b&gt;Thule Tech Tips&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt; &lt;br /&gt;Evenly distribute weight with heavier portion of load in the center. &lt;br /&gt;The box must be closed flush to operate locks. Check for interference of contents if the top of box is not closing flush. &lt;br /&gt;No tools required for installation. &lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About Thule&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt; To say that Thule's beginnings in the U.S. were humble would be an understatement. Founding member Ake Skeppner sold products at windsurf competitions on the New England shoreline, exhibited the product line at a number of different trade shows, and even canvassed local retailers in the greater New York area, all from his "office"--a now-famous station wagon. Initial success was found in the small but growing sport of windsurfing where a strong, reliable roof rack was an indispensable piece of equipment. This was quickly followed by success in the ski business where Thule's Swedish heritage certainly helped the product gain rapid acceptance.&lt;br /&gt;By the mid-1980s, the company sold products directly to ski and windsurfing shops but sold through distributors to address the large and growing bike business. A risky decision was made to terminate these distributor relationships and sell direct to retailers through a network of independent sales representatives. Much of the company's market success today can be traced to that decision. Shortly after, Ake hired an engineer and set up a small assembly plant in Elmsford, New York in order to design and manufacture bike carriers that would offer the features demanded by the U.S. consumer and compete effectively with other racks on the market.&lt;br /&gt;The company has since grown rapidly through product innovation, a commitment to quality, and the continuance of a strong entrepreneurial spirit as well as continuing to evolve their products to meet the needs of users.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00152VYNE?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule 669ES Mountaineer ES Rooftop Cargo Box&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-1399299690182331771?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/1399299690182331771/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-669es-mountaineer-es-rooftop.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1399299690182331771'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1399299690182331771'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-669es-mountaineer-es-rooftop.html' title='Thule 669ES Mountaineer ES Rooftop Cargo Box Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-2664055327225256906</id><published>2011-05-09T12:26:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-09T12:26:00.844-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='kayak rack'/><title type='text'>SportRack - Abr512 - Kayak Saddle Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UUIDCC?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41dOb5qtIZL._AA160_.jpg" alt="SportRack - Abr512 - Kayak Saddle" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;First off, this comes with FOUR saddles as opposed to the picture, which only shows two. Like the other reviewer stated, the hardware is not perfect. The U-bolts take a little elbow grease to fit into their slots, but I did not have any problem with the screw-knobs threading. Each saddle screwed down tightly and securely to my 2002 Ford Escape factory cross bars (I was a little afraid because my bars are about 3-4 inches wide, but it was fine).&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;I used this to transport a large 13 foot tandem kayak. The included straps are just what you need: two straps with buckles to tie the kayak down to the roof rack, and bow and stern tie downs. I felt very comfortable taking it on the highway.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Overall, I would recommend this product to those looking to save some money compared to Yakima or Thule solutions. These mount great on factory crossbars, and you get everything you need for about half the price of name brand saddles. I did purchase the Thule water slide mat in additionThule 854 Water Slide Kayak Carrier Accessory Mat, and this setup works perfect for me.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UUIDCC?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UUIDCC?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;SportRack - Abr512 - Kayak Saddle&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Flexible saddles confim to various hull shapes&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UUIDCC?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;SportRack - Abr512 - Kayak Saddle&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 13% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-2664055327225256906?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/2664055327225256906/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/sportrack-abr512-kayak-saddle-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2664055327225256906'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2664055327225256906'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/sportrack-abr512-kayak-saddle-review.html' title='SportRack - Abr512 - Kayak Saddle Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-1092166955752136717</id><published>2011-05-08T14:33:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-08T14:33:00.212-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike equipment'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike luggage'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='topeak'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle accessories'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rear bike rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='trunk bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rack trunks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike bag'/><title type='text'>Jandd Rack Packs Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FNCGE0?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41ucs+1M+3L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Jandd Rack Packs" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I've been buying and using JANDD stuff since I worked in a bike shop in 1986/87.And everything I bought back then is still in good shape today, even after 6,000 miles put on my bike during college!Their stuff is bomber right off the shelf.It's very well thought out and constructed.I've got 2 sets of expandable panniers, one of those little triangular thingies that goes inside your frame so you can carry your bike on your shoulder, and this pack.I love them all.This is the basic version of their very popular expandable racktop pack.It holds a super burrito and a soda just fine, and a McDonald's combo just as well.I have it on the bike I keep in my office.It's about the size of a mailbox, padded pretty well, and pretty secure on the rack.Stand back when you open it; the inside is BRIGHT ORANGE!(Keeps your burrito warm!)If you need a padded box to stay on top of your rack, this is the one.I say "box", but it's not rigid; it has plenty of strength not to collapse on your Happy Meal though.It kept my extra large cup of lemonade upright, even after riding off a couple of curbs!Pretty good if you ask me.Of course the lemonade was held in place by a few apples and oranges and a big bag of Dorito's (Nacho Cheese of course!).Just get the pack already, you'll love it!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FNCGE0?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FNCGE0?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Jandd Rack Packs&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Jandd Rack Packs feature 3M reflective trim and 1/2" foam for support and insulation. Features: Expandable and has large side pockets 3M reflective trim and light mount Recommended for rear mount only 1/2" foam provides support and insulation Duffel rack pack is soft sided with a plastic base stiffener Attach to rack via hook and loop straps at corners and webbing at the middle Rack Pack with panniers includes collapsible panniers on either side of bag&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FNCGE0?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Jandd Rack Packs&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-1092166955752136717?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/1092166955752136717/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/jandd-rack-packs-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1092166955752136717'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1092166955752136717'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/jandd-rack-packs-review.html' title='Jandd Rack Packs Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-4542979437994522005</id><published>2011-05-08T10:20:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-08T10:20:00.224-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof rack bars'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo racks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='tandem rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='load bars'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule roof rack foot pack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='2009 amazon frustration-fre e packaging'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo bars'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='aero rapid roof rack'/><title type='text'>Thule Adaptor Kit for 430 Tracker Foot (TK12) Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00152SDJM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/21vgimUAyRL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Thule Adaptor Kit for 430 Tracker Foot" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I bought this adapter kit to go with my thule load bars. I installed these on my existing factory rack on my 2004 GMC Envoy. I did have to make some minor adjustments for a proper fit,but it works very nicely on my factory rack and is very secure. The adapters are a little pricey, but very well made.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00152SDJM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00152SDJM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule Adaptor Kit for 430 Tracker Foot (TK12)&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The specialized kit for the fit on vehicles with factory installed roof racks&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00152SDJM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule Adaptor Kit for 430 Tracker Foot (TK12)&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 10% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-4542979437994522005?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/4542979437994522005/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-adaptor-kit-for-430-tracker-foot.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4542979437994522005'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4542979437994522005'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/thule-adaptor-kit-for-430-tracker-foot.html' title='Thule Adaptor Kit for 430 Tracker Foot (TK12) Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-3222871756036634710</id><published>2011-05-07T21:28:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-07T21:28:00.223-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><title type='text'>PANNIER AXIOM TOWN &amp; COUNTRY EACH GREEN POLKADOT Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002BZMUD2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31HfOHpvDNL._AA160_.jpg" alt="PANNIER AXIOM TOWN &amp; COUNTRY EACH GREEN POLKADOT" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I ordered this for my daughter, and we like it so much we are ordering it in a different pattern for another bike we own.&lt;br /&gt;Very well made and easy to attach to the rack.It seems both durable and easy to use while maintaining aesthetic with the clean design and cute dotted color scheme.I reccommend.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002BZMUD2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002BZMUD2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;PANNIER AXIOM TOWN &amp; COUNTRY EACH GREEN POLKADOT&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Axiom Town &amp; Country Shopper - Medium volume shopping bag pannier, single sided, two carrying handles with center cuff, hidden pannier hooks and shoulder strap, conventional looking for every day use, three custom prints, top flap, 3M reflection, manufacturers lifetime guarantee, 600D Polyester, 866g, Green w/red Polka Dots&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002BZMUD2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;PANNIER AXIOM TOWN &amp; COUNTRY EACH GREEN POLKADOT&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-3222871756036634710?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/3222871756036634710/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/pannier-axiom-town-country-each-green.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3222871756036634710'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3222871756036634710'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/pannier-axiom-town-country-each-green.html' title='PANNIER AXIOM TOWN &amp; COUNTRY EACH GREEN POLKADOT Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-5112083774854533942</id><published>2011-05-07T09:49:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-07T09:49:00.191-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='yakima'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='box'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo bag'/><title type='text'>Yakima FarOut Rooftop Cargo Bag Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000N8FHF2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31yp-nriEoL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Yakima FarOut Rooftop Cargo Bag" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I just purchased this Yakima FarOut Cargo Bag. I will be using it for a 5,500 mile round trip coming up. I'll give my first impressions here, and later, by May 20th, I'll update how it has performed for the first 2,750 miles. I have a 2009 Toyota Camry with Yakima Rr Tracks, Yakima Landing Pad Base for Yakima Control Towers (1), and Yakima Control Tower - Set of 4s already installed. I also have a Yakima SkyBox 18 Rooftop Cargo Box on top but needed a little more space to put stuff in, (I have to carry around enough stuff for myself, my wife, and my newborn for the next 6 months). I am putting the Bag on the side of the SkyBox. My plan is to put everythingI will be using at the hotels inside of the Bag so that I can unstrap it from the racks and carry the whole Bag in every-time we stop, instead of having to carry a bunch of individual items in from the car for every temporary hotel stop. We'll see how the plan plays out. But as for now. Let me give you my first impressions and stay tuned for future updates on performance:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;First Impressions:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The Bag quality seem great. It says it keeps rain and bugs out an I believe it. The material is heavy and of high quality. It has 2 different ways to hook it up to your bars, either sideways or longways, nice feature. I'm doing long ways so it fits next to my SkyBox. Inside is mostly just open space, there is a small compartment on one of the sides which is nice for small items you want to keep at easy reach. There looks to be a a lot of space inside. There is a hefty double zipper too close the top plus fold down flaps that folds down over the zipper. Velcro holds down this flap, and to top it all off, there are 4 adjustable straps that both help hold the flap down and will squish down the top if you don't get it all full.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;So far, I am very impressed, I only wish it had some type of locking mechanism (it may, I need to look through the instructions). But I will see what I can do to get it locked onto my bars, plus a zipper lock.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Performance:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Stay tuned, will have updates for this by May 20th.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Update 3 July 2010:&lt;br /&gt;Okay, didn't get back to finishing up this review as fast as I wanted to, but here it is. &lt;br /&gt;So as you know I was initially impressed by the quality. Well that has not changed and I am so glad I bought this. I ended up being able to squeeze it nicely on the roof by my skybox. It actually turned out to be the most used item during the trip across the US. It has enough space to fit all the belongings my wife, child, and I need at a hotel. We stayed at 6 hotels during our journey and the the cargo bag became a life saver. Each time we arrived at a hotel, I'd get the wife and child to the room, then I'd come back out for the cargo bag. Unstrapping the cargo bag from the roof I then plop in onto a hotel dolly for transport and roll it into our room. I preferred using a dolly as the bag was around 100lbs. But I was surprised to find out that the bag actually had backpack straps for carrying, this was a big help at the few hotels without a dolly.&lt;br /&gt;In the mornings we'd pack almost everything back into the cargo bag and I'd get it strapped up on top of the roof again. It really sped up our unloading and loading times because I didn't have to make 50 million trips to the car. That bag literally took care of 4-6 trips to the car.&lt;br /&gt;It held up against all types of weather, and lots of bugs. I am truely impressed and satisfied with this purchase and highly recommend it. I do have to say that I would not recommend cramming it with 100lbs of stuff and plan to walk 5 miles with it. It's not that type of backpack, but it will let you get your stuff into a hotel if you don't have a dolly. I also have to say that there is no way my wife could have handled the weight of that bag. So for people in the not so buff category, pack it lighter if you plan to remove it from the roof of your vehicle. Also, do be careful about how much you do put in it. While I think the bag could easily handle 200+ pounds, most roofs can't do above 100lbs without bending. I could see our sun roof being pushed down when I loaded it, but nothing serious. All in all, great purchase, would purchase again, and again.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;I'll try and upload some photo's.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000N8FHF2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000N8FHF2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima FarOut Rooftop Cargo Bag&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Need to save a little trunk space while on the road? Turn to the Yakima FarOut rooftop cargo bag, which attaches safely to your car's roof rack for easy hauling. Also suitable for use as a piece of carry-on luggage or a backpack, the FarOut offers a premium quilted lid and base that protects your gear and vehicle, along with a full-size, U-shaped zipper opening that lets you easily load and unload your gear. More importantly, all you need to attach the bag to your vehicle is a set of round/square crossbars or a factory car rack. Plus, users needn't worry about inclement weather or bugs while driving, as the exterior is both bug- and rain-resistant.&lt;br /&gt;Other features include oversized, lockable red zipper tabs for easy gripping; a heavy-duty nylon coil zipper with lock-ready sliders; anchor points along the side; 7 cubic feet of storage space; and grab handles made for easy lifting and loading. The FarOut measures 40 by 20 by 15 inches (W x H x D).&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000N8FHF2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima FarOut Rooftop Cargo Bag&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 10% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-5112083774854533942?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/5112083774854533942/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/yakima-farout-rooftop-cargo-bag-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5112083774854533942'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5112083774854533942'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/yakima-farout-rooftop-cargo-bag-review.html' title='Yakima FarOut Rooftop Cargo Bag Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-2026551172139121489</id><published>2011-05-06T14:20:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-06T14:20:00.312-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike panniers'/><title type='text'>Traveler 2, 2076 C.I., Side Pannier Bags Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QF7HKA?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/21Auhq+Z00L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Traveler 2, 2076 C.I., Side Pannier Bags" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I use these for my commute to work each day, they're pretty handy and hold a decent amount.I pack a change of clothes, different shoes, lunch, an ipod, and a few other miscellaneous things without even utilizing their full capacity.The are easy to mount to any luggage rack on a mountain bike, simply clip it on and you go.My one complaint is that if I hit rough pavement too fast they have come off as the only have clips that sit on the edge of the rack and an elastic cord to hook onto the sides by the wheels.I've gotten around this by using plastic ties to ensure that if they come loose they won't detach from the bike.It would be nice if they fastened more securely, however.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QF7HKA?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QF7HKA?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Traveler 2, 2076 C.I., Side Pannier Bags&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;SunLite, Traveler 2, 2076 Cubic Inches, Side Pannier Bags Carring Handel Mounts With Alloy Coated Hooks W/Compression Straps 6 Zippered Copartments 2 Huge Main Compartments Water Resistant 600 Denier Polyester Large 3M Refelective Trim Heavy Duty Zippers&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QF7HKA?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Traveler 2, 2076 C.I., Side Pannier Bags&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-2026551172139121489?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/2026551172139121489/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/traveler-2-2076-ci-side-pannier-bags.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2026551172139121489'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2026551172139121489'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/traveler-2-2076-ci-side-pannier-bags.html' title='Traveler 2, 2076 C.I., Side Pannier Bags Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-2276471533675661994</id><published>2011-05-06T08:55:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-06T08:55:00.098-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><title type='text'>Kettler Travel Tour Pannier Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BTH21A?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31T07XM53GL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Kettler Travel Tour Pannier" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;The pannier was so easy to assemble it didn't need instructions. There was a plastic strip that goes inside that gives the pannier it's form. It's very roomy inside - probably thinner than those shopping pannier which I use a lot.I think Kettler makes every innovative products !&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BTH21A?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BTH21A?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Kettler Travel Tour Pannier&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;KETTLER Travel-Tour PannierThe Kettler&amp;reg; bicycle Travel Tour Pannier bag is designed to mount easily to any bicycle luggage rack. The heavy-duty nylon construction helps keep your items protected from the elements.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BTH21A?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Kettler Travel Tour Pannier&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 13% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-2276471533675661994?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/2276471533675661994/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/kettler-travel-tour-pannier-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2276471533675661994'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2276471533675661994'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/kettler-travel-tour-pannier-review.html' title='Kettler Travel Tour Pannier Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-1554678171114237842</id><published>2011-05-05T09:08:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-05T09:08:00.252-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='auto accessories'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='yakima'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='canoe racks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='kayak rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='s-10 blazer'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='kayak'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='racks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='set to go saddle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule slide'/><title type='text'>Yakima EvenKeel Roof Boat Rack Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0036NA4MM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/418V6FWq2nL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Yakima EvenKeel Roof Boat Rack" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I suspect a low price point was the main goal in the design of this product.It is very easy to mount, but also very easy for a thief to remove.That was addressed by adding some Torx screw to lock the mounting knobs, but these are tiny any a pain to install.They are not captive on the cradles, I am sure I would loose them after removing them, or misplace the tool to install them.The screws seem like an afterthought.The knobs that tighten the clamp around the roof rack are plastic, the screw threads through plastic, feels to me like the screw would strip out the plastic threads if over tightened.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The plastic is thin, the whole rack system seems flimsy.The "Hull Flex" technology that lets the rack compress to conform to the hull shape also compress to allow the hull to pivot over the car, even with bow and stern lines attached.My 45 lb, 16 foot wooden strip sea kayak would wiggle from side to side, even with the straps very tight.These might work better for a shorter boat.I am sending the system back for something more substantial.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0036NA4MM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0036NA4MM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima EvenKeel Roof Boat Rack&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Yakima designed one of the most versatile boat racks that has the ability to mount to a wide variety of crossbars. The EvenKeel claps to round, square and factory crossbars with tool-free installation. The HullFlex technology conforms to your boats hull like a glove. Heavy Duty Straps and BowStern tie downs secure the boat and prevents it from turning into a projectile boat. Features: Lifetime Warranty. Product ID: 188165&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0036NA4MM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima EvenKeel Roof Boat Rack&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 10% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-1554678171114237842?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/1554678171114237842/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/yakima-evenkeel-roof-boat-rack-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1554678171114237842'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1554678171114237842'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/yakima-evenkeel-roof-boat-rack-review.html' title='Yakima EvenKeel Roof Boat Rack Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-5369454563369324051</id><published>2011-05-05T07:15:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-05T07:15:00.192-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike gear'/><title type='text'>Kettler Travel Tour Rolling Bicycle Pannier Set Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000I7MDOG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41GWE2QC6ML._AA160_.jpg" alt="Kettler Travel Tour Rolling Bicycle Pannier Set" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;If you want a small bag of some kind to clip to your rear rack the varity out there is endless. If you want anything larger, the options turn quite poor. I work in a city in Japan so it is safe for me to bike every day, and registering a car or motorcycle as a foreigner is miserable. It is rather strange that I am in one of the few decent sized Japanese cities that does not have a subway or train system. So alot of my travel to and from the office, and shopping, and running errands now-a-days happens on an electric bike I bought here in Japan (awesome by the way). Grocery shopping on a bike can be not so fun if you want to carry much home with you. I know I am in an odd situation, noone else will have my reasons for wanting a large set of panniers, but anyone who reads this will have their own unique reason for needing the space, and that is what we have in common.&lt;br /&gt; As a guy who uses my panniers every day, I love this set. The side bags are only about 6" wide, 10" long, and 13" tall but they make the most of that space by not being so narrow that it's difficult to fit odd sized items in the bags. The next most important point about the side bags is that (although they can be folded flat if dissassembled) they are not shapeless bags without support. These bags have a full system of plastic inserts that support the bottom, top, and every side - as well as a wire reinforcing frame at the top. They are almost hard sided bags, almost. Because the top is enforced by a plastic sheet, it forms an extension of your bike rack so that you have a flat deck across the top of the bags that is roughly two square feet. I usually use my side bags without the rolling top bag and the appearance and funtion is still that of a complete stand alone product. When I do use the top bag I usually use it as a suitcase, I travel alot for work and sometimes bike to or from the office the same day that I cab to or from the airport. The rolling top bag is big on the inside but fits well in the overhead storage on a plane, it is just about the right size for two nights out of town. The rolling case gives up nothing in terms of quality or appearance to normal travel luggage. That is one thing that actually did suprise me about the Kettlers. As someone looking for a storage solution I had hopes of how the pannier set would perform. The fact that they lived up to my needs is a pleasant suprise. Beyond that though, the level of engineering and the amount of thought that obviously went into the design and constuction of the bags is heartening in this day and age. There is no doubt that these bags were definitely not made in china. I wish Kettler made more of the things I buy and use on a daily basis.&lt;br /&gt; Truly, great bags. Built to last.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000I7MDOG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000I7MDOG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Kettler Travel Tour Rolling Bicycle Pannier Set&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Ideal for commuters or cyclists looking to haul along some extra gear, this Kettler Travel Tour pannier set gives you all the storage you need while on the road. Each bag is made of reinforced nylon that's designed to stand up to long journeys. More importantly for busy users, the bags also function independently, with the primary bag serving as an attache case or airport bag (it comes with rubber wheels and a telescoping handle). Other details include an integrated rain cover, a sturdy attachment system, a carrying strap, and reflective striping that helps you stand out from a distance. Boasting 57 liters of total storage space, the pannier set is backed by a one-year warranty.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000I7MDOG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Kettler Travel Tour Rolling Bicycle Pannier Set&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 5% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-5369454563369324051?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/5369454563369324051/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/kettler-travel-tour-rolling-bicycle.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5369454563369324051'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5369454563369324051'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/kettler-travel-tour-rolling-bicycle.html' title='Kettler Travel Tour Rolling Bicycle Pannier Set Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-141902194587421693</id><published>2011-05-04T19:20:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-04T19:20:00.245-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo baskets'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car roof carrier'/><title type='text'>Yakima BasketCase Rooftop Cargo Basket Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012SA40K?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31WLJtt7LWL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Yakima BasketCase Rooftop Cargo Basket" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Great product...compact yet strong.Can mount above or below your roof rack if you have garage height issues. Easy to install with most roof racks.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012SA40K?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012SA40K?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima BasketCase Rooftop Cargo Basket&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Yakima Basketcase cargo carrier with a low profile to help with overhead clearance. Can be mounted to factory crossbars by using Horizontal MightyMounts.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012SA40K?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima BasketCase Rooftop Cargo Basket&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 11% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-141902194587421693?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/141902194587421693/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/yakima-basketcase-rooftop-cargo-basket.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/141902194587421693'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/141902194587421693'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/yakima-basketcase-rooftop-cargo-basket.html' title='Yakima BasketCase Rooftop Cargo Basket Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-2898594002047693056</id><published>2011-05-04T17:27:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-04T17:27:00.311-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike equipment'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike luggage'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='topeak'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rear bike rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='trunk bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rack trunks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Inertia Aero Rack Trunk Bicycle Bag - Black - 9050 Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QG1ERG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41GKKNniVWL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Inertia Aero Rack Trunk Bicycle Bag - Black - 9050" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Fits well on my Topeak QR Beam Rack MTX Bicycle Rack (V Type). &lt;br /&gt;It's very spacious and light. I can even carry a change of closes without getting them wrinkled.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QG1ERG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QG1ERG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Inertia Aero Rack Trunk Bicycle Bag - Black - 9050&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The Aero is a hybrid rack trunk designed in unison with our Wide Load Panniers. The units shape comes from an ABS plastic inner frame united with end and top panels of #2 crosslinked foam providing large volume with very little weight. There is an internal mesh pocket for small items and a bungee grid on the top for extra storage. Top D Rings will accept a shoulder strap (optional).&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QG1ERG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Inertia Aero Rack Trunk Bicycle Bag - Black - 9050&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 10% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-2898594002047693056?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/2898594002047693056/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/inertia-aero-rack-trunk-bicycle-bag.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2898594002047693056'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2898594002047693056'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/inertia-aero-rack-trunk-bicycle-bag.html' title='Inertia Aero Rack Trunk Bicycle Bag - Black - 9050 Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-8607786581758332218</id><published>2011-05-03T11:08:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-03T11:08:00.463-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='crossbar adapter'/><title type='text'>Swagman 64004 Swagman The Bar Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JPG4AQ?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/21wECH1ODuL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Swagman 64004 Swagman The Bar" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Very simple design that fits many bikes.The other designs that have quick release features and may be easier to use often interfere with various parts of the bike and then don't work on certain bikes.I like this one because it just works and the bar is clean and free of brackets so it fits the bike rack.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JPG4AQ?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JPG4AQ?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Swagman 64004 Swagman The Bar&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Swagman Standard Bar Adapter. Attach this Adapter on to children's bikes or sloping top tube bikes with the easy pop-pin system for easy towing! Once Adapter is attached, your bike will fit perfectly on a standard rack. Made with cold-rolled steel for long-lasting durability. Features quick-release latches that fit around the seat post and stem post of your bike. Telescoping bar allows nearly ANY bike to fit! Comes complete with an extra vinyl hanger for use with no-rise handlebar stems. Order yours today! Swagman Standard Bar Adapter&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JPG4AQ?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Swagman 64004 Swagman The Bar&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 14% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-8607786581758332218?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/8607786581758332218/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/swagman-64004-swagman-bar-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/8607786581758332218'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/8607786581758332218'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/swagman-64004-swagman-bar-review.html' title='Swagman 64004 Swagman The Bar Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-4414886248055912599</id><published>2011-05-03T07:50:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-03T07:50:00.595-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='great product for the price'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='load bars'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='exterior accessories'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='automotive'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo bars'/><title type='text'>Gutter High Foot Pack Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0017OCNW6?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/21vP+mxol8L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Gutter High Foot Pack" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Be aware that if purchase fulfilled by BikeSomeWhere they probably only plan to provide the Foot Pack even though the listing is for Thule 387 High Foot Complete Raingutter Car Roof Rack which is supposed to include Foot Pack and Load Bars.I placed an order for this item and when I emailed them to provide the 65" Load bars they immediately canceled my order without any explanation.They also removed their name from the Listing at the time.However I just noticed that they have put their name back on this listing for what appears to be a great price ($143.95 39% discount) for the complete system but their price is only for the Foot Pack.If you plan on getting the Complete Raingutter Car Roof Rack as indicated in the Amazon listing do not order from BikeSomeWhere.You may be disappointed when only the Foot Pack arrives!I turned a complaint into Amazon and they replied back that they would look into it but it appears that BikeSomeWhere is doing it again.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0017OCNW6?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0017OCNW6?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Gutter High Foot Pack&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Thule 1A Load Bar Towers for raingutters.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0017OCNW6?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Gutter High Foot Pack&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 10% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-4414886248055912599?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/4414886248055912599/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/gutter-high-foot-pack-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4414886248055912599'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4414886248055912599'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/gutter-high-foot-pack-review.html' title='Gutter High Foot Pack Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-6957987594585561567</id><published>2011-05-02T08:07:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-02T08:07:00.951-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='axiom'/><title type='text'>Axiom, Cartier Rear Panniers 1220 Cubic Inches Black/Silver Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000OMO6TA?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41iENLK5DcL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Axiom, Cartier Rear Panniers 1220 Cubic Inches Black/Silver" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I have used the bags for over a year for bicycle commuting to work and they provide ample space to haul a laptop computer on one side, and work-clothes, etc on the other side.There are 2 clamps on each bag for the rear rack, plus a swivel lock on the underside of the bag to hold them tight onto the rack. There is also a hook with an elastic cord on the bottom for each bag.I've ridden over 1,000 miles with the bags and they have not fallen off or come loose.The elastic cords on the top of the bags are useful to hold additional odd shaped items. The bags are water resistant, but if it's raining, some water may leak in from the bottom, so it's best to store a laptop computer in a plastic bag.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000OMO6TA?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000OMO6TA?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom, Cartier Rear Panniers 1220 Cubic Inches Black/Silver&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The Axiom Cartier has all the features of it's bigger brothers in a more compact size for shorter trips, commuting or one heck of a picnic.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000OMO6TA?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom, Cartier Rear Panniers 1220 Cubic Inches Black/Silver&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-6957987594585561567?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/6957987594585561567/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/axiom-cartier-rear-panniers-1220-cubic.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/6957987594585561567'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/6957987594585561567'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/axiom-cartier-rear-panniers-1220-cubic.html' title='Axiom, Cartier Rear Panniers 1220 Cubic Inches Black/Silver Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-491898859327696221</id><published>2011-05-02T07:34:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-02T07:34:00.205-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><title type='text'>Montague Paratrooper Mountain Bike - 18 Inch - Cammy Green Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GXIVY2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31pJguV5kIL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Montague Paratrooper Mountain Bike - 18 Inch - Cammy Green" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I cannot believe how easy it is to fold and then unfold this bike. At first I was a little worried a folding bike would not be stable, but Montague did an outstanding job.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GXIVY2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GXIVY2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Montague Paratrooper Mountain Bike - 18 Inch - Cammy Green&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Front Derailleur: Shimano Alivio. Rear Deraileur:Shimano Deore. Crankset:Tracer Romax. Speeds: 24 speed. Pedals: Alloy "combat boot" double cage, bear trap platform. Bottom Bracket: Sealed cartridge. Frame Size: 18". Stand Over Height: 29". Folded Size: 36"x28"x12".PARATROOPER is a real mountain bike that just happens to fold. Tough, and ready for anything. The conversion's speed will blow you away (no tools required.) Equipped w/ front suspension, 24-speed EZ Fire Plus shifters, and heavy duty, double-cage aluminum pedals, the Paratrooper Tactical Bike uses all standard mountain bike wheels/components serviceable at any bike shop. Imagine the new possibilities: take it on airplane trips as easily checked luggage, or in a compact car without a roof rack. Bring it on a train or subway to unfold for city riding. Store it in your apartment or office in any closet or corner. Use it in private planes to get around on the airstrip, or on your boat for exploring the coastline - even fits in a small Zodiac! Great to stash in a vehicle or office for civil emergencies - traffic makes escaping urban areas a nightmare during earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, etc. Full-size, rugged mountain bike deployable on almost any terrain. Montague Folding Integrated Technology (F.I.T.TM): Patented seat tube folding system preserves the structural integrity and inherent strength of traditional bicycle geometry. Unlike all other folding bikes, there are no wobbly hinges and so structural tubes cut in half. Folds to 36"x30"x12" in under 30 seconds without the use of tools! Quick Releases unfold the bike. Just open one lever on the top tube and release the front wheel. Safety Lock: recessed drop out for quick release prevents frame from folding even with quick release not tightened. Front disk brakes give rapid and stronger braking power. Industry standard components serviceable at any bike shop. Infantry Specific: A stealth/minimal signature that is second only to a walking soldier.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GXIVY2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Montague Paratrooper Mountain Bike - 18 Inch - Cammy Green&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 9% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-491898859327696221?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/491898859327696221/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/montague-paratrooper-mountain-bike-18.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/491898859327696221'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/491898859327696221'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/montague-paratrooper-mountain-bike-18.html' title='Montague Paratrooper Mountain Bike - 18 Inch - Cammy Green Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-1831775024963589060</id><published>2011-05-01T14:26:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-01T14:26:00.243-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><title type='text'>Montague Crosstown Pavement Bike - 19 Inch - Gloss White Black Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003J84Y2K?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31Z9qyayGTL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Montague Crosstown Pavement Bike - 19 Inch - Gloss White Black" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I got this bike as a gift from my husband.The components were very cheap, and the frame is not sturdy.It is a very poorly made bicycle.And it's too large even when folded.I wish I got a Dahon or Brompton instead.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003J84Y2K?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003J84Y2K?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Montague Crosstown Pavement Bike - 19 Inch - Gloss White Black&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The new 2010 Crosstown is a one of a kind pavement bike that is perfect for practical commuting. It is an easy to use folding bike offering 7 speeds, 700c tires and the CLIX Wheel Release System. Clever integration of the patented CLIX System makes folding bike easier. Features Octagon which is a stem that is height adjustable with just a simple click of a button. This allows the rider to have the handlebars at comfortable height. Comes in 17", 19", and 21" frame sizes and offers portability and an elegant style for a ride that's sure to attract attention.FeaturesFinish: Black and gloss whiteFrame: Custom drawn 7005 series and aluminum tubing with FIT systemFork: Rigid unicrown with CLIX wheel release system ramped dropoutRims: Alex and alloy, 36 hole, silver finish, 700c.Tires: Kenda Kwick multi treadHubset: Alloy CLIX front quick releaseSpokes: 14 gageSaddle: Performance comfort with internal springs and center gapHandlebars: Alloy, riser style 30mm rise, 600mm wide, black finishStem: Octagon height adjustable stemCrankset: Single chainwheel, alloy 170mm crank armSpeeds: 7Brakeset: Alloy, caliper side pullPedals: Trekking pedal with all weather non slip treadBottom bracket: Cup and coneFrame sizes: 17", 19" and 21"Strongest folding bike in the marketGreat for cruising the city streets, grabbing coffee and small apartmentsProduct Comparison&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003J84Y2K?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Montague Crosstown Pavement Bike - 19 Inch - Gloss White Black&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-1831775024963589060?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/1831775024963589060/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/montague-crosstown-pavement-bike-19.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1831775024963589060'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1831775024963589060'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/montague-crosstown-pavement-bike-19.html' title='Montague Crosstown Pavement Bike - 19 Inch - Gloss White Black Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-5131839252975445547</id><published>2011-05-01T10:08:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-05-01T10:08:01.532-04:00</updated><title type='text'>Yakima FreshSesh With Locks (3079) Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JAZXTW?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41wUsnKZxeL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Yakima FreshSesh With Locks" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Arrived very timely. Not too difficult to put up by a single mom who doesn't like technical things but took me a bit to figure it out - would've helped having two people setting it up. Only problem I have is getting it closed, you have to slam it hard for it too catch. Did notice a little high pitch whining with racks loaded and lost about 3-4 mpg with it. It would be a pain to take off and on every ski trip so going to leave it on for duration of ski season. Happy with it but almost wish I had gone for the yakima fat man for a lower profile rack instead.Kids love the decals.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JAZXTW?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JAZXTW?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima FreshSesh With Locks (3079)&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Two sets of graphics are included with this FreshSesh Ski and Snowboard mounting system. This rack has style with a look like no other. Yakima has designed this rack to hold up to 6 pairs of skis or 4 snowboards. Plenty of room to hold gear for two couples to go away for the weekend. The one button access makes mounting your gear simple. The soft rubber protects and cradles your skis or boards keeping your gear from getting banged up. This rack weighs 9 pounds and is easy to store away when not in use. No more special clips or clamps that get lost or forgotten. This FreshSesh rack makes traveling easy, provides you with protection and gives you peace of mind traveling from your departure location to your destination location. Features: Soft rubber gently cradles skis and boards, Includes 2 Yakima SKS lock cylinders, providing complete security, Universal mounting hardware fits round, square and most factory crossbars, Rack length is 30 inches with 22.5 of usable pad length, Stands 4.25 inches tall and sits 4.25 inches wide, Weight is 9 pounds, Easy insulation with included hex wrench. Product ID: 178081&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JAZXTW?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima FreshSesh With Locks (3079)&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 10% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-5131839252975445547?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/5131839252975445547/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/yakima-freshsesh-with-locks-3079-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5131839252975445547'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5131839252975445547'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/05/yakima-freshsesh-with-locks-3079-review.html' title='Yakima FreshSesh With Locks (3079) Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-1204975500888081726</id><published>2011-04-30T15:34:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-30T15:34:00.920-04:00</updated><title type='text'>Yakima FreshSesh Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000O39AXG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/319-FSrMH6L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Yakima FreshSesh" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;What I wanted nice! Quality.As always what I expect from Yakima..they think of everything...in the product design&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000O39AXG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000O39AXG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima FreshSesh&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Load your skis or snowboards onto your car's roof rack with the Yakima FreshSesh Snow Mounts. The FreshSesh system comes with two different sets of decals, so you can customize your sticks' ride. One-button access lets you open this mount with gloves or mittens on, so your fingers don't freeze. Rubber where the mount cinches down onto your boards protects them, and the integrated binding lift gives clearance over tall bindings.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Product Features&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul style="list-style-type: disc; margin-left: 25px;"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Compatibility: Round, square, and most factory crossbars&lt;br /&gt;Max Load: 6 Pairs of skis or 4 snowboards&lt;br /&gt;Locks Included: No, sold separately &lt;br /&gt;Recommended Use: Carrying your boards to the ski hill &lt;br /&gt;Manufacturer Warranty: &lt;br /&gt;Country of Origin: United States&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000O39AXG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima FreshSesh&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-1204975500888081726?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/1204975500888081726/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/yakima-freshsesh-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1204975500888081726'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1204975500888081726'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/yakima-freshsesh-review.html' title='Yakima FreshSesh Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-6104644940403458403</id><published>2011-04-30T12:15:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-30T12:15:01.039-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike repair stand'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike work stand'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='park tools'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='workstands'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='recumbent'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike stand'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='park tool'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='park'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bikes'/><title type='text'>Park Tool Deluxe Home Mechanic Repair Stand - PCS-4 Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000AOXG66?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31njoqO+f0L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Park Tool Deluxe Home Mechanic Repair Stand - PCS-4" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I like this stand mainly because it is taller than many stands.You can get your bike's drive train, or brakes, or whatever right up to face level to make it easier to work on.This is not a good stand if you plan to work sitting down because it might not go as low as you want it too (though you could cut it if you really need to).However, it is a great stand to use if you work standing up.Everything on the stand works well.The bike clamp is especially good.It is also a very stable stand, and the legs fold up so it doesn't take up as much space when you aren't using it.My favorite bike dealer sold me one of these for $150 because I buy a lot of stuff from him, and he just wanted to give me a good deal on something.I was looking to buy a cheaper stand, but the price reeled me in.I am glad I bought it.This stand is perfect for me.Very heavy duty for a home stand, and adjusts so you can get the bike up high so you can work on it without bending over.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000AOXG66?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000AOXG66?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Park Tool Deluxe Home Mechanic Repair Stand - PCS-4&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;No garage-turned-bike-shop is complete without the Park Tool Deluxe Home Mechanic Repair Stand. This tough steel stand extends from 55 to 72in, so you can work on any part of your bike without bending over. A quick-release clamp saves the day when you're hefting a 50lb downhill rig with one hand and clamping with the other. No matter what type of bike your ride, the 360-degree clamp rotation helps the Park Tool Deluxe Home Mechanic Repair Stand get a grip on the seat post or any part of the frame.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Product Features&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul style="list-style-type: disc; margin-left: 25px;"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Material: Steel&lt;br /&gt;Weight: 26lb (11.8kg)&lt;br /&gt;Recommended Use: Tuning and repairing your bike&lt;br /&gt;Manufacturer Warranty: Lifetime&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000AOXG66?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Park Tool Deluxe Home Mechanic Repair Stand - PCS-4&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 37% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-6104644940403458403?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/6104644940403458403/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/park-tool-deluxe-home-mechanic-repair.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/6104644940403458403'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/6104644940403458403'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/park-tool-deluxe-home-mechanic-repair.html' title='Park Tool Deluxe Home Mechanic Repair Stand - PCS-4 Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-571206657050085174</id><published>2011-04-29T14:14:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-29T14:14:00.268-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike luggage'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='best'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='axiom'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Axiom Monsoon Panniers Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0028YCQHQ?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41BwvzNbgML._AA160_.jpg" alt="Axiom Monsoon Panniers" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I've had these panniers for a month.So far, they are just fantastic.I don't know how the long-term durability of these bags will be, though they certainly seem well-made.It's the first set of panniers I've ever owned, and I wouldn't describe myself as a serious cyclist, more of a couple-day-a-week commuter.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;I live in an extremely rainy place and I have used them for commuting to work.So far, the insides are absolutely rainproof, no matter how heavy the rain.Under the main flap is a cuffed top to the main compartment that you roll over itself and secure with a clicking clasp, kind of the way some diving bags work.The main flap then covers this rolled-up cuff and has a separate clicking clasp and belt to cinch it tight.It's hard to describe the cuff setup. but it works great.I love the bright color for visibility and reflective logo on the sides.I've read other reviews stating that the outside zipper eventually loses its waterproof properties from the abrasion of opening/closing the zipper over time, kind of an unavoidable result of how a zipper functions, so I've avoided using it for that reason.Under the main flap is a mesh compartment that would be good for storing anything that you don't mind getting wet.(My wet socks from my commute into work go in there when I ride home).By mounting these panniers as far back as possible, I haven't had any problems with my heels hitting the bags, which was a concern, and a reason I avoided the larger "typhoon" model which seems to be otherwise identical to these.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;I've been pleased with how secure these are on the carrier, no movement that I can detect.There is a small rotating wedge-shaped plastic lock on the back of the bag between the hooks that helps keep it securely in place against the rack.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;I would recommend these highly, and the price was an amazing value.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0028YCQHQ?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0028YCQHQ?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom Monsoon Panniers&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;A fully waterproof front or rear pannier, the Axiom Monsoon provides welded seams and a roll-top closure in a mid-sized pannier. Features: Fully waterproof welded tarpaulin and 600D polyester Posi-Lock attachment system secures luggage to rack even on rough roads; extra hardware included Roll-down closure for foolproof weather protection Top flap has waterproof pocket on outside, mesh tool pocket on inside Reflective logos and tabs for improved visibility Sold in pairs The high level fabric used in all Axiom bags has exceptionally low off-gassing characteristics (open up a bag and you notice it doesn't smell like plastic or chemicals!) that exceed even European stan&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0028YCQHQ?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom Monsoon Panniers&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-571206657050085174?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/571206657050085174/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/axiom-monsoon-panniers-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/571206657050085174'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/571206657050085174'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/axiom-monsoon-panniers-review.html' title='Axiom Monsoon Panniers Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-2172890609051176600</id><published>2011-04-29T11:32:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-29T11:32:00.265-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike racks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='allen'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='tire'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='mount'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='racks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike carriers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike carrier'/><title type='text'>Saris #996B Mounting Plate for BAT, 5" to 7.75" Tire Depth Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GU9PKA?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31aJnO9lfFL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Saris #996B Mounting Plate for BAT, 5' to 7.75' Tire Depth" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;This is exactly the part I needed to mount a bike rack to my Jeep Wrangler that has 32" tires!Thanks Saris for being smart enough in having two plates with different depths.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GU9PKA?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GU9PKA?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Saris #996B Mounting Plate for BAT, 5" to 7.75" Tire Depth&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Saris #996B Mounting Plate for BAT, 5" to 7.75" Tire Depth&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GU9PKA?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Saris #996B Mounting Plate for BAT, 5" to 7.75" Tire Depth&lt;/a&gt; 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to 7.75&quot; Tire Depth Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-5391390222804112857</id><published>2011-04-28T14:33:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-28T14:33:00.358-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='grocery bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='sunlite'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='grocery'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='axiom'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='collapsible basket'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Axiom Gatherer Shopper Panniers Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0025UIY1U?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/4110RxDk7nL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Axiom Gatherer Shopper Panniers" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I got these panniers as an upgrade from the less-stylish, smaller ones I'd been using since July. While these panniers are made of sturdy material and are most definitely the size I was looking for, I've run into a few issues. First, each bag has a long, flexible plastic insert that you have to put in to stabilize them. If you don't have anything in the bag, the inserts fold in on themselves - so you have to prop them up again when you're ready to load something up.&lt;br /&gt;Secondly, they come with velcro to secure the bottom back of the bag to the side of your rack, but the velcro is two separate pieces rather than one long one. I lost one side's velcro the very first day I used these.&lt;br /&gt;Third, these are just almost too large. I have a 26" road bike. If I put even one sack of groceries in these, the larger sides, unstabilized, pooch out so that the magnetized snap has no chance of working. I have to fold the tops of the panniers into themselves to keep my stuff covered. Also, adding any weight to these makes them move around a lot more while you're biking. I've had to stop several times because the back corner of one has swung far enough around to get stuck in my spokes while I'm riding, resulting in a horrible noise. I'm worried they could break one of my spokes if they're heavy enough. I tried keeping them further up on the rack, but then I hit them with my feet while pedaling.&lt;br /&gt;I'm switching back to my old, uglier, functional panniers. It's too bad, because these really are cute and the size was appealing...but the trouble isn't worth it.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0025UIY1U?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0025UIY1U?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom Gatherer Shopper Panniers&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Axiom Gatherer Shopper Panniers are grocery bag sized simple urban panniers.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0025UIY1U?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom Gatherer Shopper Panniers&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 52% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-5391390222804112857?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/5391390222804112857/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/axiom-gatherer-shopper-panniers-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5391390222804112857'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5391390222804112857'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/axiom-gatherer-shopper-panniers-review.html' title='Axiom Gatherer Shopper Panniers Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-1014332694120322396</id><published>2011-04-28T12:12:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-28T12:12:00.738-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='accessories'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike luggage'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='basil'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='damask black white water proof'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bikes'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Basil Sport Lady Single Bicycle Bag (Anthracite/Lilac) Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0029LL1O2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/516QjwXp+0L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Basil Sport Lady Single Bicycle Bag" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I've been using my new Basil bag for about 6 weeks now.I love it.It easily clips on and off my rear rack so I don't waste too much time getting myself in order when I want to be on my way.I commute by bike 9 months out of the year in Minnesota, so, I'm a little concerned that the platic clips will get brittle in the cold but haven't had a single problem so far (and we had a fair amount of snow in October).I'm now fairly confident that the clips will hold up.The integrated rain fly is one of my favorite parts of the bag.It's always there just in case the weatherman was wrong.I acutally used it this morning for the first time and it unzipped from it's pocket and slid over the bag just like it was supposed to.The smaller pockets incorporated into the bag have been handy.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0029LL1O2?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; 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padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00065176U?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/11ZdAeXKzRL._AA160_.jpg" alt="SunLite, Traveler 1, 1678 C.I, Saddle Pannier Bag" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I've used these panniers for 3 years and many miles of touring. They are very durable. Absolutely no problems with the zippers or latches. The saddle concept alleviates any attachment concerns and makes them very simple to install and remove. Being all heavy fabric, they function sort of like a stuff sack. You can get a lot in them. For the money, they can't be beat if you don't have to have waterproof and don't need the space of larger individual panniers. These are about 1600 cu in and I've managed fine by using a stuff sack or two on the rack top for my sleeping pad and bag and extra clothes for winter touring. I also use a couple of matching but smaller bags on the front.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The only con is the buggie cord hooks designed to attach to the bottom of the rack. They're flimsy, or were 3 years ago, and didn't last long. No matter as you don't need them anyway. Just cut them off when you get the bags and save yourself the trouble.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00065176U?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00065176U?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;SunLite, Traveler 1, 1678 C.I, Saddle Pannier Bag&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;SunLiteTraveler 11678 Cubic InchesSaddle Pannier BagCarring HandelMounts to top of Rear Rack with Compression StrapsREAR RACK NOT INCLUDED BUT NEEDED FOR PROPER INSTALATION4 Zippered CopartmentsWater Resistant 600 Denier PolyesterLarge 3M Refelective TrimHeavy Duty Zippers&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00065176U?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;SunLite, Traveler 1, 1678 C.I, Saddle Pannier Bag&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-2276792355843569001?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/2276792355843569001/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/sunlite-traveler-1-1678-ci-saddle.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2276792355843569001'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2276792355843569001'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/sunlite-traveler-1-1678-ci-saddle.html' title='SunLite, Traveler 1, 1678 C.I, Saddle Pannier Bag Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-1142713043048923795</id><published>2011-04-27T10:19:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-27T10:19:00.383-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='ski'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='snowboard rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='fan gear'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='yakima fat cat 6 ski'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='snowboard racks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='ski rack'/><title type='text'>Yakima FatCat Series Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JAYDN4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/4184zs1owtL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Yakima FatCat Series" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I bought this rack becuase I wanted to be able to fit EVERYTHING on my roof.4 boards, skis, mountaineering ski's which and snowboards at the same time... and snowboards with big bindings that require a raised racked option so they fit.This rack does it all.Easy to use, pretty easy to install, and no major issues.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;I have had minor issues with locking and unlocking when I load the rack full, one time the locks jammed for several minutes before a buddy and I were able to unjam the lock with a little extra elbow grease (this was because we clamped the rack down too tight I think).Great Rack overall!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JAYDN4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JAYDN4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima FatCat Series&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The FatCat is designed for wide skis and snow boards. Compatible with SKS locks A unique hinge system keeps it compact and low Universal mounting hardware fits rou&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JAYDN4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima FatCat Series&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 10% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-1142713043048923795?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/1142713043048923795/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/yakima-fatcat-series-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1142713043048923795'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1142713043048923795'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/yakima-fatcat-series-review.html' title='Yakima FatCat Series Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-6694131092709849651</id><published>2011-04-26T13:45:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-26T13:45:00.166-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='wald'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='front'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='wood'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='wire'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike baskets'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cruiser'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='basket'/><title type='text'>Paul Components Paul Flatbed Rack Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0029LBSBS?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41UxrJdmhzL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Paul Components Paul Flatbed Rack" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;The rack looked exactly as pictured, super easy install. Looks amazing, and functional! These flatbed racks are tough to find. Love mine!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0029LBSBS?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0029LBSBS?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Paul Components Paul Flatbed Rack&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;This lightweight front mount rack mounts to the steerer and eyelets of a rigid fork for stability. The outside rails are raised 2.5 inches over the deck for load security. Features: 25 pound weight limit For use with rigid forks only Mounts only to 1" or 1 1/8" threadless steerers 25" x 15" x 2.5"&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0029LBSBS?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Paul Components Paul Flatbed Rack&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-6694131092709849651?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/6694131092709849651/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/paul-components-paul-flatbed-rack.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/6694131092709849651'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/6694131092709849651'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/paul-components-paul-flatbed-rack.html' title='Paul Components Paul Flatbed Rack Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-4985012869911445306</id><published>2011-04-26T11:05:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-26T11:05:00.558-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo baskets'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car roof carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='sportrack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='yakima roof mount cargo basket'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='exterior accessories'/><title type='text'>Yakima Light Mounting Bracket for LoadWarrior or MegaWarrior Rooftop Baskets Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000AT0PG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31z74BNQ7vL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Yakima Light Mounting Bracket for LoadWarrior or MegaWarrior Rooftop Baskets" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Not much to these guys but it does what it says it'll do... Mounts up in 10 minutes and is pretty secure. Solid construction. Allows for different kinds of lighting configurations. &lt;br /&gt;Only down side is that they're a bit pricey for what you get.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000AT0PG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000AT0PG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima Light Mounting Bracket for LoadWarrior or MegaWarrior Rooftop Baskets&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Yakima Light Mounting Bracket&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000AT0PG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima Light Mounting Bracket for LoadWarrior or MegaWarrior Rooftop Baskets&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 10% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-4985012869911445306?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/4985012869911445306/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/yakima-light-mounting-bracket-for.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4985012869911445306'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4985012869911445306'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/yakima-light-mounting-bracket-for.html' title='Yakima Light Mounting Bracket for LoadWarrior or MegaWarrior Rooftop Baskets Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-1178995194694724393</id><published>2011-04-25T18:42:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-25T18:42:00.459-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rain cover for rx trunk bag exp and dxp'/><title type='text'>Topeak Rain Cover for RX Trunk Bag EXP and DXP Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FIE5TY?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31H11JXHDVL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Topeak Rain Cover for RX Trunk Bag EXP and DXP" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;The image should have put it to scale with a bike. This product NO WAY fits typical panniers or least the ones I have. To give you a perspective, it fits nicely on my bike seat as a rain cover for transport, but not good for anything else. Well made product, but the ad was inadvertently deceptive.Perhaps the incredible shrinking man can use it after he transits the basement screen entering the garden at the end of the film.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FIE5TY?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FIE5TY?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Topeak Rain Cover for RX Trunk Bag EXP and DXP&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;For RX TrunkBags. Rain covers provide additional protection from the elements so your trunk bag and contents stay dry and clean.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FIE5TY?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Topeak Rain Cover for RX Trunk Bag EXP and DXP&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 22% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-1178995194694724393?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/1178995194694724393/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/topeak-rain-cover-for-rx-trunk-bag-exp.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1178995194694724393'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/1178995194694724393'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/topeak-rain-cover-for-rx-trunk-bag-exp.html' title='Topeak Rain Cover for RX Trunk Bag EXP and DXP Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-6202586409108939400</id><published>2011-04-25T17:11:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-25T17:11:00.499-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='grocery basket for bikes'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Basil Forest Rear-Rider 17268 20L, Black Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00113FVUO?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41gw8v8MhzL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Basil Forest Rear-Rider 17268 20L, Black" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I took a flier on this bag.I couldn't find any reviews on this or any similar bag, but it was one of the most attractive bags I had seen and at about $67 including shipping it was worth the risk.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;FIRST IMPRESSION&lt;br /&gt;Right out of the box it seemed substantial and well made.My one complaint would be that the backer board felt a little bendy.It came with a ton of inserts of different sizes to fine tune them for the exact gauge of your rack (nice).Also impressed with the Solen Locking System.It actually locks, with a key! Also there is no bungee with hook as a third point of contact.Instead there is a grove along the bottom of the bag that sits on a disc shaped attachment that remains on your rack.Comes with a strap.It is typical waterproof material with a standard roll seal and a flap over the top of it .There is another velcro flap on the back that covers the hooks when carrying with the strap.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;SETUP&lt;br /&gt;The inserts for the hooks allow the locking system to be effective.If you get the correct ones in the hooks the Solen system is surprisingly secure.The disc attaches to the rear stay of your rack.It won't work unless you have 11 inches between the rail that the top hooks sit on and the spot where the disc attaches to the support. The disc attachment is cumbersome.It needs room to attach around the stay and behind.If you are buying a rack too I would suggest one that has a third stay on the back.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;PLACEMENT&lt;br /&gt;It is really easy.you really just have to place the bag on the rack.It finds the disc at the bottom and clicks in nice and snug on top.No fumbling to attach a bungee hook at the bottom.It doesn't rely on friction or a stressed bungee to be secure it just fits. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Well done.I am buying another.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00113FVUO?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00113FVUO?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Basil Forest Rear-Rider 17268 20L, Black&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Single Bag made of 100% waterproof, tear-proof and high-graded material with welded seams. , New Solen-system including lock, locking button and adjustable hooks. , Roll closure with buckles. , Inside pockets , Removable shoulder strap , Double reflective stripes ,Dimension: 33*16*36(cm); 20L , Fastening system: Hooks&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00113FVUO?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Basil Forest Rear-Rider 17268 20L, Black&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-6202586409108939400?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/6202586409108939400/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/basil-forest-rear-rider-17268-20l-black.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/6202586409108939400'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/6202586409108939400'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/basil-forest-rear-rider-17268-20l-black.html' title='Basil Forest Rear-Rider 17268 20L, Black Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-7364185550688874873</id><published>2011-04-24T18:32:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-24T18:32:00.221-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike basket'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='sunlite'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='topeak'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle accessories'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rear bike rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='trunk bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='racks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><title type='text'>Sunlite Bicycle Monostay Adapter Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000AO5K38?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31CGoe2qFML._AA160_.jpg" alt="Sunlite Bicycle Monostay Adapter" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;The flat bracket that goes around the back of the monostay and attaches to the rack is made of such a soft metal that as I screwed the bolts into the horseshoe shaped piece it simply bent and could not be made completely tight. When I attach something to my bike I like to think that it's going to stay put and not wiggle around. I gave it two stars because it's probably okay for light loads.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000AO5K38?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000AO5K38?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Sunlite Bicycle Monostay Adapter&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000AO5K38?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Sunlite Bicycle Monostay Adapter&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-7364185550688874873?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/7364185550688874873/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/sunlite-bicycle-monostay-adapter-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/7364185550688874873'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/7364185550688874873'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/sunlite-bicycle-monostay-adapter-review.html' title='Sunlite Bicycle Monostay Adapter Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-5452588671584638886</id><published>2011-04-24T17:23:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-24T17:23:00.286-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike equipment'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike luggage'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='waterproof'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='axiom'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Delta Metro Bicycle Pannier Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FGWTJ4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41YG0SBP6PL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Delta Metro Bicycle Pannier" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I don't like the clips.It does not clip well to a Topeak babyseat rack (rack bars are not round).I had to break-off the spring-loaded part of clips to work, then shorten the shock-strap so that it would not fly off (which it did when I first tried it).&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FGWTJ4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FGWTJ4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Delta Metro Bicycle Pannier&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Cycle around town with all your gear in tow on the back of your rack--and not packed on your back--with this single Delta Metro bike pannier. It features a stylish clamshell design of molded EVA foam that's durable and weather resistant, locking rack clips with elasticated fastening hook, and two internal dividers to keep things organized. It offers a 12.7-liter (775-cubic inch) internal carrying volume, and it measures 12.9 by 4 by 17.6 inches (W x D x H).&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About Delta Cycle&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt; For more than 20 years, Delta Cycle has created useful cycling products with a mission to make an innovative difference. The company works hard to make their products better and deliver superior value. Delta Cycle offers only a small, concentrated product line that represents the best there is in each category.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FGWTJ4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Delta Metro Bicycle Pannier&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 16% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-5452588671584638886?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/5452588671584638886/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/delta-metro-bicycle-pannier-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5452588671584638886'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5452588671584638886'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/delta-metro-bicycle-pannier-review.html' title='Delta Metro Bicycle Pannier Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-3912742554452092780</id><published>2011-04-23T16:24:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-23T16:24:00.513-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='accessories'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='dutch bicycle panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='european bicycle panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='basil'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bikes'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Basil, Memories Double Bag - Cotton/Mint Color Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0039VB1GE?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41NeF-NSGKL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Basil, Memories Double Bag - Cotton/Mint Color" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Fits two paper grocery bags full of bulky items without a problem. Worried that someone will steal them while my bike is locked up for the day at my metro stop,so I added an mini key lock for extra security. I hope they last for the long haul.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0039VB1GE?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0039VB1GE?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Basil, Memories Double Bag - Cotton/Mint Color&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0039VB1GE?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Basil, Memories Double Bag - Cotton/Mint Color&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-3912742554452092780?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/3912742554452092780/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/basil-memories-double-bag-cottonmint.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3912742554452092780'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3912742554452092780'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/basil-memories-double-bag-cottonmint.html' title='Basil, Memories Double Bag - Cotton/Mint Color Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-4335645774202736034</id><published>2011-04-23T09:27:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-23T09:27:00.362-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='great product for the price'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='snowboard racks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='ski rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cargo bag'/><title type='text'>Thule 724 Flat Top 4-Ski Rooftop Carrier Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001HAC1E?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31MAS0KN36L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Thule 724 Flat Top 4-Ski Rooftop Carrier" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I found this product to be a good solution for what I needed it to do--Carry my families ski's up to the slopes. There's not a lot of noise from wind aerodynamic issues, even at high speeds. It holds the skis firmly in place, and has a very easy to use open button &amp; close snap. Although it may not be made of metal, it's sturdy enough that nothing moves in it.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;This was by far a better option that several other systems I found, which offered too many parts &amp; not a whole lot of value for the price they wanted. The factory installed ski rack which would have cost $300 was roughly the same size and was not as good a deal as this rack for my 2000 Dodge Durango.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;In response to the previous two reviews, I must note a few corrections.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Firstly, the rack DOES hold two snowboards, I tested it with two of my friends snowboards on my last trip. In order for them to fit, one must face down and the other face up, one on top of the other. The individual who posted that it does not obviously didn't think to try stacking them.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Second, In response to the fact that the bar could simply be twisted--you're joking right? It would attract attention if an individual attempted to twist off the bar. On top of that, in order for them to twist off the bar, they would have to break the board/skis in the rack in the process, and that would defeat the purpose, would it not?&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The only problem I had with this was the FM1 adapter which was required to install this carrier on my factory bars. The instructions for assembly didn't provide any information for any vehicles besides imports. (Domestic cars are out of luck since this is a Sweden based company!)&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001HAC1E?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001HAC1E?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule 724 Flat Top 4-Ski Rooftop Carrier&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The Thule 724 Flat Top 4-Ski Rooftop Carrier combines quality construction with great looks, and holds up to four pairs of skis, or two snowboards. The Flat Top installs quickly and easily, but does require the Xadapt2 or the FM1 when used on an Aero bar.&lt;br /&gt;The Thule Flat Top ski carrier has locking hoods with oversized push buttons for easy access while wearing gloves, and is designed to have snowboards carried base-to-base for maximized carrying capacity. This rooftop carrier includes all the hardware needed for mounting to Thule load bars, and is compatible with clamping systems (sold separately) for mounting to factory rack systems. Though the requisite lock cylinders are not included, the Flat Top is compatible with Thule's One-Key System for adding security to your rooftop carrier.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;What's in the Box?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt; 2 x Flat Top ski carriers, 4 x rectangular washers, 4 x clamp-ons, 4 x carriage bolts, 4 x 2-wing knobs, and instruction guide&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Manufacturer's Warranty&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Limited lifetime warranty&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001HAC1E?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule 724 Flat Top 4-Ski Rooftop Carrier&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 9% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-4335645774202736034?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/4335645774202736034/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/thule-724-flat-top-4-ski-rooftop.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4335645774202736034'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4335645774202736034'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/thule-724-flat-top-4-ski-rooftop.html' title='Thule 724 Flat Top 4-Ski Rooftop Carrier Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-4232077093800982535</id><published>2011-04-22T19:38:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-22T19:38:00.102-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='ski'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='yakima'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='marty from sf'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='snowboard roof mount carriers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='snowboard racks'/><title type='text'>Yakima Big PowderHound 6-Ski Rooftop Carrier Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LGS3TS?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/314iBnIXwjL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Yakima Big PowderHound 6-Ski Rooftop Carrier" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;The Big Powder Hound is a great rack for hauling multiple pairs of ski's or snowboards. Mounting was extremely quick &amp; easy as well as being secure. Construction seems robust enough to last for a long time. I did add the sks locks &amp; they have worked great as well. However I did have 1 lock freeze up on a particularly nasty day, might want to keep a can of spray on ice melter handy to deal with that possible issue.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LGS3TS?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LGS3TS?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima Big PowderHound 6-Ski Rooftop Carrier&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The St. Bernard of ski mounts, Yakima's Big PowderHound holds up to six pairs of skis, four snowboards, or a combination of the two while safely attached to the roof of your car. The Big PowderHound is equipped with easy-to-install universal mounting hardware, which fits round, square, and most other factory crossbars right out of the box. The rack's big, glove-friendly button, meanwhile, opens easily. Best of all, the Big PowderHound accommodates both fat and skinny boards and skis, with soft rubber padding to gently cradle your gear. Designed to fit with Yakima's universal mounting brackets (included) and SKS lock cores (not included), the Big PowderHound includes both front and back units and carries Yakima's "Love It Till You Leave It" limited lifetime warranty.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LGS3TS?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima Big PowderHound 6-Ski Rooftop Carrier&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 6% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-4232077093800982535?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/4232077093800982535/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/yakima-big-powderhound-6-ski-rooftop.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4232077093800982535'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/4232077093800982535'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/yakima-big-powderhound-6-ski-rooftop.html' title='Yakima Big PowderHound 6-Ski Rooftop Carrier Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-2440133718090386947</id><published>2011-04-22T17:36:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-22T17:36:00.225-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='disc rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rear bike rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><title type='text'>Axiom Odyssee Disc Compatible Rear Rack Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000IQ9MIC?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/412bSE0DkwL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Axiom Odyssee Disc Compatible Rear Rack" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I received this rack yesterday. This morning it took about an hour to install. It is well made and sturdy. The rack is intended to fit bikes with rear disc brakes, so it is configured for a variety of set-ups. Because of this, you can't just pop it on the bike and tighten it up. It takes a few minutes and a few small adjustments to get it just right. I have to say, though, it was never frustrating attaching it. Once I decided how it would best fit my bike it was just a matter of few minutes of tightening and adjustment. Looks great. Seems as sturdy as other high quality racks I've used and seen. I recommend it if you have a bike with rear disc brakes. (I have a Jamis Coda Elite)&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000IQ9MIC?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000IQ9MIC?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom Odyssee Disc Compatible Rear Rack&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Axiom Rear Mount Racks. Features: Fits 24???28" wheels including 29???ers Made from AL-6061-T6 Fits 24", 26", 27", and 700c wheels Telescoping clamp fits on seat stays&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000IQ9MIC?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom Odyssee Disc Compatible Rear Rack&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 4% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-2440133718090386947?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/2440133718090386947/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/axiom-odyssee-disc-compatible-rear-rack.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2440133718090386947'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2440133718090386947'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/axiom-odyssee-disc-compatible-rear-rack.html' title='Axiom Odyssee Disc Compatible Rear Rack Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-245354153480197093</id><published>2011-04-21T21:41:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-21T21:41:00.610-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='grocery pack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='grocery'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='axiom hunter grocery pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='damask black white water proof'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='axiom'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='worst pannier ever'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bikes'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Basil Blossom Postmenbag Purple Messenger Bag Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00113NDMM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/2143M-FQFCL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Basil Blossom Postmenbag Purple Messenger Bag" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I love the easy hook mount system on this bag, it makes it easy to throw the it onto the bike and go.Then you just lift it off and throw it over your shoulder.Great for school.I would love it if they made it with straps in other colors (white gets dirty).&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00113NDMM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00113NDMM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Basil Blossom Postmenbag Purple Messenger Bag&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;These bike shoulder bags are very beautiful and very practical! , Made with water-repellent material and reflective material on all sides. , Adjustable and removable shoulder strap , Inner lining and inside pockets , Hidden hooks , Dimension: 37*31*11;12L&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00113NDMM?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Basil Blossom Postmenbag Purple Messenger Bag&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-245354153480197093?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/245354153480197093/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/basil-blossom-postmenbag-purple.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/245354153480197093'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/245354153480197093'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/basil-blossom-postmenbag-purple.html' title='Basil Blossom Postmenbag Purple Messenger Bag Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-3767838145131298610</id><published>2011-04-21T19:46:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-21T19:46:00.604-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike equipment'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike luggage'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle pannier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='trunk bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='panniers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Delta Compact Bicycle Panniers (1 Pair) Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ACAMAG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31FCMX6M98L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Delta Compact Bicycle Panniers" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I have used these for 6 months or so biking to work (2-3 x week).They have held up well and have plenty of room.I can usually use just one, but when I have a lot to carry use both.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ACAMAG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ACAMAG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Delta Compact Bicycle Panniers (1 Pair)&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Whether taking a short trek or just commuting to work, keep your gear dry and safely stowed with this pair of Delta Compact bicycle panniers. They're made of heavy-duty 600 D woven polyester and offer premium quality buckles and straps and rugged hardware. It features safety hooks for secure fastening and an internal zipper closure. Each pannier measures 11.25 by 3.75 by 11.5 inches and can handle a volume of up to 16 liters.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About Delta Cycle&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt; For more than 20 years, Delta Cycle has created useful cycling products with a mission to make an innovative difference. The company works hard to make their products better and deliver superior value. Delta Cycle offers only a small, concentrated product line that represents the best there is in each category.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ACAMAG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Delta Compact Bicycle Panniers (1 Pair)&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 8% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-3767838145131298610?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/3767838145131298610/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/delta-compact-bicycle-panniers-1-pair.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3767838145131298610'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3767838145131298610'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/delta-compact-bicycle-panniers-1-pair.html' title='Delta Compact Bicycle Panniers (1 Pair) Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-5397357340654175321</id><published>2011-04-20T14:45:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-20T14:45:00.935-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><title type='text'>Jandd Expedition Rear Rack Black Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VSFHNG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41R8fncJmbL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Jandd Expedition Rear Rack Black" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;If you are using a rear rack maybe mass isn't a consideration, but I'll confirm it wasn't a consideration for Jandd. I have a couple of these, but use them only for fully loaded touring. These are big racks. Perfect if you plan on using loaded panniers and top bag, overkill if it's a day trip.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VSFHNG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VSFHNG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Jandd Expedition Rear Rack Black&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Jandd Expedition Rear Mount Rack is the rack of choice for cyclists who require exceptional durability and expanded size, measuring a full three inches longer than the Jandd Standard Rack. Features: Rack of choice for cyclists who require exceptional durability and expanded size, measuring a full three inches longer than our standard rack Fits up to 700c wheels AL-6061 construction Has angled third strut and double welds at stress points&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VSFHNG?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Jandd Expedition Rear Rack Black&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-5397357340654175321?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/5397357340654175321/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/jandd-expedition-rear-rack-black-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5397357340654175321'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/5397357340654175321'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/jandd-expedition-rear-rack-black-review.html' title='Jandd Expedition Rear Rack Black Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-7116466007478786958</id><published>2011-04-20T10:07:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-20T10:07:00.835-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='go kayak baby'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='kayak carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='j-rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='kayak rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='kayak trailer'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='kayak'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='racks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='boat carriers'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='kayak carrier j-rack'/><title type='text'>Malone MicroSport Trailer Four Kayak Transport Package with 4 Malone AutoLoader XV Kayak Carriers Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001A2YUPS?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41PuztQbg3L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Malone MicroSport Trailer Four Kayak Transport Package with 4 Malone AutoLoader XV Kayak Carriers" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;This is a great product. I got the MicroSport trailer with 4 sets of Malone J Brackets. It went together easily...directions were easy to follow and straightforward.I have a Jackson Daytripper 12 which is a big kayak...straight and wide.Even though it is not a typical kayak shape, it rides great even at highway speeds.Loading is easy and it is so great not to have to lift this high over your head to get it on a cartop.My wife has a Pungo 120 on order and we are looking forward to many enjoyable trips using this trailer.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;I have to also say the guys at Malone's tech support are by far the best I have dealt with in a long time.When you call, you talk to a real person (not an endless series of recordings).They are helpful, courteous, and go out of their way to help you...something you don't find in many business these days.I give these guys and their product a 10.Thanks from a Happy Customer.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001A2YUPS?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001A2YUPS?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Malone MicroSport Trailer Four Kayak Transport Package with 4 Malone AutoLoader XV Kayak Carriers&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Order the Malone MicroSport sports base trailer fully outfitted with Malone accessories. We offer both two and four kayak carrier packages which include the optional Spare Tire Kit w/ Locking Attachment. This package also comes with 4 Autoloader XV J-style kayak carriers.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001A2YUPS?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Malone MicroSport Trailer Four Kayak Transport Package with 4 Malone AutoLoader XV Kayak Carriers&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 12% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-7116466007478786958?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/7116466007478786958/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/malone-microsport-trailer-four-kayak.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/7116466007478786958'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/7116466007478786958'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/malone-microsport-trailer-four-kayak.html' title='Malone MicroSport Trailer Four Kayak Transport Package with 4 Malone AutoLoader XV Kayak Carriers Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-3500868647356064098</id><published>2011-04-19T21:35:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-19T21:35:00.928-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><title type='text'>Topeak MTX Trunk Bag EX &amp; DX Bicycle Trunk Bag Rain Cover Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ZKHN5K?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31Jg8Z5o7ML._AA160_.jpg" alt="Topeak MTX Trunk Bag EX &amp; DX Bicycle Trunk Bag Rain Cover" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;It's really cool how it folds up into itself. But while this is made of a waterproof material, it is not completely waterproof.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;I turned mine inside out, filled it up with water, and the tops of each corner leaked water out. It appears it is not seam sealed - just an fyi.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ZKHN5K?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ZKHN5K?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Topeak MTX Trunk Bag EX &amp; DX Bicycle Trunk Bag Rain Cover&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Optional rain covers provide additional protection from the elements to keep your MTX bag and its contents clean and dry. Two versions available for MTX bags with or without fold out panniers.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ZKHN5K?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Topeak MTX Trunk Bag EX &amp; DX Bicycle Trunk Bag Rain Cover&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 18% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-3500868647356064098?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/3500868647356064098/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/topeak-mtx-trunk-bag-ex-dx-bicycle.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3500868647356064098'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/3500868647356064098'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/topeak-mtx-trunk-bag-ex-dx-bicycle.html' title='Topeak MTX Trunk Bag EX &amp; DX Bicycle Trunk Bag Rain Cover Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-7487901491402964751</id><published>2011-04-19T12:25:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-19T12:25:00.299-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle handle bar bag'/><title type='text'>Topeak Bar Pack Bicycle Handle Bar Bag with Fixer Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ZKFXIO?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41yIJig3p1L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Topeak Bar Pack Bicycle Handle Bar Bag with Fixer" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I just put this little pack on my bike,I love it!!!!I Bought the Topeak Explorer Rack and the Topeak MTX Trunk Bag DXP, both great items, but I wanted something up front that was easy to access.I looked around at bike shops and found this one to be the best option.And was it ever!!!Very Easy to put on, except if you have smaller handle bars, although spacers do come with it for use, it would be wise to get some rubber spacers to use.Luckily I had some to spare from other stuff I have for my bike, but that little bit was not enough for me to rate this pack less than 5 stars!!!Also an ingenius idea from Topeak, they put a removeable adapter on the fixer to place a bike computer or any other accessory you would have, this was an extremely pleasant surprise.Awesome products from Topeak!!!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ZKFXIO?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ZKFXIO?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Topeak Bar Pack Bicycle Handle Bar Bag with Fixer&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;2008 Topeak Bar Pack Black BG1714 Topeak Barpack Handlebar Bags fully padded with molded EVA foam and included quick-release handlebar mount. Molded EVA foam Fully padded main compartment Quick release handlebar mount Includes rain cover Volume: 143 inches3&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ZKFXIO?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Topeak Bar Pack Bicycle Handle Bar Bag with Fixer&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-7487901491402964751?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/7487901491402964751/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/topeak-bar-pack-bicycle-handle-bar-bag.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/7487901491402964751'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/7487901491402964751'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/topeak-bar-pack-bicycle-handle-bar-bag.html' title='Topeak Bar Pack Bicycle Handle Bar Bag with Fixer Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-8111211801979923173</id><published>2011-04-18T13:40:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-18T13:40:00.339-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle handle bar bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='handlebar bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bags'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle bag'/><title type='text'>Axiom Atlas Handlebar Bag 323 cubic inches Black/Silver Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000OFK6G4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31UOmCFLESL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Axiom Atlas Handlebar Bag 323 cubic inches Black/Silver" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;The outer compartment of this bag is large enough for an iPod or cell phone, keys, wallet, sunglasses and maybe a couple of other small items.The large inside comparment is big enough for tools, lunch and a paperback book, or in my case, tools and binoculars.My binoculars are compact, but the compartment is large enough for full-sized binoculars or a camera.The included shoulder/waist strap means that I can remove the bag from my bike if I want to walk a bit, or leave my bike for some other reason.It attaches/detaches quickly and easily.The excellent service from Niagara Cycle Works was the icing on the cake, but I won't put that in my bag.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000OFK6G4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000OFK6G4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom Atlas Handlebar Bag 323 cubic inches Black/Silver&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Axiom Atlas Handlebar Bag 323 cubic inches, Black/Silver .600D Polyester, 3M reflective trim, 332g, #5 zippers.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000OFK6G4?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Axiom Atlas Handlebar Bag 323 cubic inches Black/Silver&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 16% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-8111211801979923173?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/8111211801979923173/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/axiom-atlas-handlebar-bag-323-cubic.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/8111211801979923173'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/8111211801979923173'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/axiom-atlas-handlebar-bag-323-cubic.html' title='Axiom Atlas Handlebar Bag 323 cubic inches Black/Silver Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-9073442346870920393</id><published>2011-04-18T11:29:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-18T11:29:00.324-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike racks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='4 bike carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='hitch mount bike rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle accessories'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='5 bike carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike hitch carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='hitch-mounted'/><title type='text'>Yakima KingPin Bike Rack Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001HABCY?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41I+QkcSq7L._AA160_.jpg" alt="Yakima KingPin Bike Rack" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;We needed a way to haul three adult-sized bicycles from our home base to various cycling paths. So I visited a number of local stores to see what my options were. I settled on the Yakima BigHorn 4 as the best option for my budget, then discovered through some online searching that I could purchase the next model up, the Yakima KingPin 4 bike rack for a bit less than the BigHorn 4 would run me in a traditional retailer.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The KingPin 4 folds features a fold-down mast, a must convenience to allow access to a vehicle's rear hatch or door. Although I would not consider a bike rack without this feature, be forewarned: once you lower the rack while it's loaded with three bikes (more about the fourth bike claim follows), you will be hard pressed to single-handedly reposition it and slide in the lock or bolt. There is too much weight on that pivot point. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;I soon learned, therefore, that it was easier to have the mast folded up, not down, when loading the bikes. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The dual bike arms are a must, allowing for more stability and easier loading and unloading. The bike arms fold down as well, though this option, while useful, is not essential in many cases. (These folding bike arms are the main difference between the KingPin and BigHorn racks.)&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;A series of bike cradles and rubber "chainstraps" stabilize and anchor the bikes. You can slide theses cradles along the tubular arms to allow sufficient room to avoid any rubbing or scraping if you are carrying three bikes. (I looked as some less expensive racks that required hand-tightening one or more big bolts to tighten clamps that held the bikes. That system seemed like a royal pain and huge annoyance.)&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;Despite the name and billing, I'm less confident in recommending the KingPin4 for transporting four bikes. I think it's possible, but would require great care to avoid scraping paint or entangling pedals and spokes. Plus, I prefer using four "chainstraps" per bike for a bit of insurance, so if you want to carry four bikes, I would recommend springing for another set of these. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The unloaded contraption weights about 32 pounds, so it's not too heavy as you carry it from the basement or garage to install it. But be careful of the arms or you might shatter the glass in a door or an outside light. Also, you need to do a bit of assembly out of the box, so allow a good 30 minutes to set up and test the rig before using it the first time. The drawings in the instructions did not seem to match what I was actually looking at when I had everything before me on the floor, so I spent an extra few minutes considering the options. This assembly is not difficult---it's just that adage "never do anything for the first time" may stump one for a bit.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;I am using this rack with a two-inch hitch, and I purchased a locking pin to replace the bolt that is shipped for attaching the rack to the hitch. I also run one of the cable bike locks through the bike frames and around the spanner between the arms to add a measure of security. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;During our first foray, a 100-mile trip each way, the bikes and rack swayed just a bit from time to time, but overall, the sway was not a problem. Having a hundred extra pounds jutting up behind the rear window will change any vehicle's handling and hamper visibility through the rearview mirror, so be prepared to change your driving style as needed. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;To conclude, the KingPin 4 has performed well. We could load and unload three bikes in about five minutes, and neither the Durango or bikes were scratched during transport. But, again, I would suggest that this rack is great for three bikes, but may be a challenge for carrying four.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001HABCY?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001HABCY?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima KingPin Bike Rack&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The Yakima KingPin Bike Racks allow you to carry two, four or five bicycles. With the bikes off the rack, you can tilt the unit down to give you access to most hatches and doors.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001HABCY?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Yakima KingPin Bike Rack&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-9073442346870920393?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/9073442346870920393/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/yakima-kingpin-bike-rack-review.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/9073442346870920393'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/9073442346870920393'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/yakima-kingpin-bike-rack-review.html' title='Yakima KingPin Bike Rack Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-8921472952058877747</id><published>2011-04-17T15:49:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-17T15:49:00.636-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule bike rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike racks'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='thule'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='podium foot pack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rack mount'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='roof-mounted'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='car top bike carrier'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='oversized bike frame'/><title type='text'>Thule KIT 4001 Podium Intracker Kit Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PQVOXK?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/4140S7AX-TL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Thule KIT 4001 Podium Intracker Kit" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;These fit our 2007 Kia Rondo as expected, however, the cheap plastic locking pin doesn't do a very good job of keeping the plastic cover on each of these.I've still only been able to (barely) get 3 out of 4 of them on.I read another review elsewhere that recommended the locking pin as a better alternative, so I'm going to try those.I don't suspect it will add any real security because you can pop the plastic covers off easily with just a screwdriver, but hopefully it will hold them in place a bit better.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PQVOXK?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PQVOXK?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule KIT 4001 Podium Intracker Kit&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Customized RAPID PODIUM&amp;#x2122; and PODIUM&amp;#x2122; Foot INTRACKER&amp;#x2122; fit kits for roofs with factory raised and flush-mounted rails without a pass-through opening.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PQVOXK?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Thule KIT 4001 Podium Intracker Kit&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-8921472952058877747?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/8921472952058877747/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/thule-kit-4001-podium-intracker-kit.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/8921472952058877747'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/8921472952058877747'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/thule-kit-4001-podium-intracker-kit.html' title='Thule KIT 4001 Podium Intracker Kit Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-2235945405668540972</id><published>2011-04-17T07:12:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-17T07:12:00.457-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike gear'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike basket'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle basket'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='removable basket'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='metal bike basket'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle accessories'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rear bike rack'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='cycling'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bike baskets'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='basket'/><title type='text'>Torker Tri Star Metal Wire Basket Rear 23" x 18" x 11" White 121366 Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012C8OGW?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51tZGdnq2qL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Torker Tri Star Metal Wire Basket Rear 23' x 18' x 11' White 121366" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;I put this basket on the back of my three wheel bicyle at work.I am an IT professional.I have used it for months and carried everything from rolls of wire, laser printers and computers and it is still holding up with no problems.I highely reccomend.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012C8OGW?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012C8OGW?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Torker Tri Star Metal Wire Basket Rear 23" x 18" x 11" White 121366&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Torker Tri Star Metal Wire Basket Rear. Measures 23" x 18" x 11". White .&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012C8OGW?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Torker Tri Star Metal Wire Basket Rear 23" x 18" x 11" White 121366&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;span style="font-size:1.1em;font-weight:bold;vertical-align:bottom;padding-left:3px;color:#990000;"&gt;Get 36% OFF&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-2235945405668540972?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/2235945405668540972/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/torker-tri-star-metal-wire-basket-rear.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2235945405668540972'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/2235945405668540972'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/torker-tri-star-metal-wire-basket-rear.html' title='Torker Tri Star Metal Wire Basket Rear 23&quot; x 18&quot; x 11&quot; White 121366 Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-8715912028553635758</id><published>2011-04-16T17:46:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-16T17:46:00.250-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='trunk bag'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='rack trunks'/><title type='text'>Topeak DynaPack DX Bicycle Seat Post Mount Bag with Fixer Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ZKCL3O?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41GfdO0vwRL._AA160_.jpg" alt="Topeak DynaPack DX Bicycle Seat Post Mount Bag with Fixer" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;This bag is exactly what I was looking for. It has a lot of compartments and allows me to store water, food, etc while I am biking. Would recommend.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ZKCL3O?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ZKCL3O?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Topeak DynaPack DX Bicycle Seat Post Mount Bag with Fixer&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;This larger version of our DynaPack offers near TrunkBag space without needing a rack and features an expandable top to hold a helmet, shoes or other large objects. Molded from rigid EVA foam and 420 denier nylon for a sleek, aerodynamic shape, a divided main compartment, plus one zippered compartment handle organizational duties. The lightweight aluminum exo-frame features a quick release mount that attaches to seatposts measuring 24.5-34.9mm. Other features include a convenient carrying handle and 3M reflective strip and RedLite clip for extra safety.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Buy cheap &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ZKCL3O?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;Topeak DynaPack DX Bicycle Seat Post Mount Bag with Fixer&lt;/a&gt; now&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3148499696957329825-8715912028553635758?l=spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com' alt='' /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/feeds/8715912028553635758/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/topeak-dynapack-dx-bicycle-seat-post.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/8715912028553635758'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/3148499696957329825/posts/default/8715912028553635758'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://spare-tirebike-rack.blogspot.com/2011/04/topeak-dynapack-dx-bicycle-seat-post.html' title='Topeak DynaPack DX Bicycle Seat Post Mount Bag with Fixer Review'/><author><name>bike rack</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/10595462042460138799</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='http://img2.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3148499696957329825.post-3607330786878606374</id><published>2011-04-16T16:54:00.000-04:00</published><updated>2011-04-16T16:54:00.145-04:00</updated><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='toddler bike seat'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='child bike seat'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='baby bike seat'/><category scheme='http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#' term='bicycle child seats'/><title type='text'>BABY SEAT TOPEAK BABYSITTER INDIVIDUAL Review</title><content type='html'>&lt;span style="float:left; padding-right:5px; padding-bottom:5px; padding-top:5px;"&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0018Z7P3Q?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41IO75mFmzL._AA160_.jpg" alt="BABY SEAT TOPEAK BABYSITTER INDIVIDUAL" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;Very sturdy, easy to assemble if you are somewhat mechanically inclined. It took me about 15 minutes to install, and the baby is very well protected.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0018Z7P3Q?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; to see more reviews about: &lt;a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0018Z7P3Q?tag=autobatterychargers-20"&gt;BABY SEAT TOPEAK BABYSITTER INDIVIDUAL&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Product Description: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topeak BabySitter - Suspension baby seat with QR. One size fits all bikes. Kids up to 40lbs. 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