Origin8 Rush Messenger Front Flat Rack, 26-29", Black

I love this rack, its perfect. But it does not fit modern bikes, and includes very basic hardware for installation. Unfortunately I had to open up a return for this item as I don't feel comfortable modifying/welding to make this fit on my bicycle. Great product, could include more accessories and maybe different arms to allow it to fit to newer bikes.

Note: I will update this review after I've used the rack for a while. These are my initial impressions.This rack seems extremely durable and strong. I mounted to my steel fork on my Kona Sutra LTD.The good: mounting was easy enough. I tried it and had a little difficulty getting it to line up well to the mounting points. I watch a YouTube video for the priority rack, which is very similar and was able to figure it out. The key is starting the mounting from the top, not the legs. I also really like that I'm still able to use my anything cages on the fork legs while this is mounted.The bad: there are no mounting instructions. For my bike, mounting was easy but for others I can see where it would be really difficult. It's also not a simple mounting process to take on and off your bike. I can't see it working with a boost fork either. My12x100 TA rigid fork was wide enough that I had to flex it a little in order for it to get over both mounting points just above the axle on the fork leg. Last, I bought this rack to work in conjunction with a surly porteur house bag. It works, but the straps don't line up well and the bag is a little bigger than the rack. Make sure to check any bags you plan to use with this rack.The ugly: nothing major so far. The rack looks good. In it's optimal mounting position, it seems to be tilted slightly forward, almost not noticable and I think it'll not have an effect on carrying things. I also scratched a little paint off the back of the fork crown where the bolt goes through. Not noticeable at all except when I actually was mounting. It's just an awkward spot to get to with a wrench.

I'm very pleased with the Origin8 front rack on my Wabi Classic. It's very sturdy and it's perfect for carrying takeout dinner for the family, groceries, and all other kinds of stuff. The rack is very stable although it's probably a little harder to ride no-handed than it was before with the additional weight on the front wheel. At 2 lbs, it's 10% of the bike's weight but that's why it's strong.For Wabi riders, the installation was a little unexpected. Wabi has braze-ons right by the front axel. These look perfect for attaching the rack, but sadly they do not work because you can't get the angles to line up.The adjustable attachment rods coming down from the rack attach to the outside of the skewer/quick-release/axil. While I was initially nervous about it, the attachment has been solid, with no vibration or wheel motion.

The rack is solid and a lifesaver for bike commuting in the heat of Phoenix. It can haul some awkward items, it can haul a backpack. I enjoy not being locked into using panniers.

Super strong and steady to hold my dog (8 lb) !!I was worrying about if it fits my bicycle.There were little adjustment but not too difficult to install overall.