Removable platform for rear rack? - Cycling Mob: Road Cycling, Mountain Biking and More

04-20-2004, 05:52 AM

Boy, I'm really losing it today; I meant to post this in .misc, but put
it in .rides instead; sorry about that. Maybe the 3rd time will be a
charm!

I posted this in .tech, but didn't get any responses, so I'll try
here...

I'm looking for plans (or a pre-made one) for a platform which I can
easily attach to and remove from my rear rack, which would be big enough
to hold a large gym bag (approx 27" long, 12" wide) without it hanging
way off the end and sides as it does on the factory rack.

I'm sure I could whip something up out of 1/4" plywood and four u-bolts,
but was wondering is somebody knows of a better-looking, more durable
solution.

Aluminum would be nice, but not necessary. I have wood working tools,
but not much in the way of metal working tools except for a bench vise,
a hacksaw and a Dremel, so complex metal bending and welding are
out (simple bending, cutting and soldering are ok).

Thanks for any suggestions!

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