Product Description : The Explorer is a classic loaded touring rack designed for compatibility with disc brakes that's built to carry larger, heavier loads. 6061-T6 aluminum construction with 6061-T6 aluminum bracket, hollow aluminum tubes, and stainless steel hardware makes it strong and lightweight while the integrated top fender offers splash protection. The QuickTrack mounting system is compatible with Topeak MTX trunk bags and the rack fits all frames with disc brakes. Includes all mounting hardware. Topeak's QuickTrack system makes mounting any QuickTrack equipped bag or basket to a Topeak rear rack incredibly easy. Simply line up the composite QuickTrack base with the channels on any Topeak rear rack and slide forward until it clicks into place--there are no tools, no straps, and no hassles. To remove, simply push the yellow release button and slide the bag or basket rearward until completely disengaged. Features: Fits all frames with disc brakes Braze-on type attachments MTX QuickTrack system compatible Solid fender top RedLite mount Tail light mount Made of strong and lightweight hollow 6061 T-6 aluminum Specifications: Weight Capacity: 55 pounds Size 13.6 by 9.3 by 16.1 inches (L x W x H) Weight: 1.76 pounds Product Description : Topeak Explorer Rear Mount Rack features an integrated top plate for quick-mount Topeak MTX and RX Quick Track trunk bags.Size (LxWxH): 13.4" x 5.6" x 16.3"One size fits all framesTough 6061 T6 aluminum construction with 6061T6 aluminum fitting bracketHollow tube O/D 10.2mmIntegrated top plate for quick-mount Topeak MTX and RX Quick Track trunk bagsIntegrated fender topItem SpecificationsColorBlackWeight795gRack Weight Limit55lbs This is the second time I fell for the "one size fits all" statement from these third-party bike part manufacturers. I tried to install this on my wife's Giant mountain bike with disc brakes... an hour later and a few modifications I got it to fit. If you are planning on using this rack WITH the Topeak basket ("MTX Basket Rear" TB2005) on a women's bike STOP NOW!(Women's and small frames:) The mounting holes on the frame for the rack are too low and, due to the angle of the seat post, the seat will hit the basket. Though the instructions state "bend to accommodate proper installation", you will have to create a severe bend to 'accommodate' the frame on a women's bike or small frame. I also had to slide the rack far back on the rails in order for the Topeak basket to be able to slide all the way forward without hitting the seat.Also, once the slides are bent they tend to bend quite easily. I ended up having to marry-up another pair of slides to these in order to make them rigid after bending them. At this time is when I noticed that the rails from my D***a rack were 50% thicker than the Topeak ones and much harder to bend.The post/standoff that clears the disc brakes was fine. We have the standard Giant-issued disc brakes and used the factory-bored holes int he frame. No problem there. I did, however, have to use two-washers on one side to keep the bolt from hitting the sprocket (which is advised in the instructions.)Other than that, the frame is well-suited for large frames and men's bikes with disc brakes on the rear. If you have a quick-release seat post, I recommend using it to attach your rack slides. You will find you have to bend the slides less or not at all.Other points:- Instructions are in English, French, Spanish, Italian, Japanese and Chinese. It also shows great exploded diagrams and good illustrations of an installation.- Comes with two rear tail light mounts for the optional "RedLite" (TMS004) and "RedLite UFO" (TMS017). The Tail Light mount has mounting holes 80mm apart.- Made in Taiwan, if that matters to you.- 6061 T6 Aluminum tubular construction with stainless steel fitting bracket (which I have been calling "slides")- From placard: "1 Size fits all 26" or 700C frames"I give it 2 stars for the sheer hassle of installation and blatant disregard for installation on women's bike frames. It seems to me a very good choice, Hard, good paint.You can atach the painners at the sides of the rack, and in the top, the sleeping bag, a mattress or something elseIt also hace a special atach point for your RED BACK LIGHTA very very helpfull accesory for your bike when you travelPAY ATENTION if you need it For DISC BRAKES BIKE or NOT, there is a diference in the way you atach it to the bike and also in the PRICE There are two models, almost exactly the sameBe carefull!!! I bought this rack in conjunction with the Topeak MTX Trunk Bag DXP. I have a large frame (23") and I had to shorten the support rods that extend forward to the rack mounts so they would fit properly. This only took a few minutes with a hacksaw and my belt sander. Otherwise, the fit on my disc-brake equipped bike was perfect. I have large feet and occasionally clip the rack tube that extends forward near the hub with my heel, but I've learned how to reposition my feet to minimize the issue. Folks with average-size feet shouldn't have a problem. After 6 months and 1000 miles of riding the rack continues to perform flawlessly.
