Bike Cargo Racks
Ibera Bicycle Seatpost-Mounted Commuter Carrier Rack or Rack and Trunk Bag Combo, Regular Size Rack Only, Regular Size Combo, Compact Size Combo
- Seatpost-mounted: for light, top loads
- Quick-release bag mounting system
- Durable, lightweight aluminum 700g
- Compatible with most bikes
- Adjustable length
$43.99
Amazon Kunde –
Einfach anzubringen. Für ein Klappfahrrad praktisch.
Amazon Kunde –
NashvilleKeith –
I bought this Ibera seat pole mounted cargo carrier along with the matching Ibera cargo bag which are both impeccably made. Excellent high quality all around. I wanted a seat post mounted carrier because I have quick release wheels on my Bianchi commuter bike and didn’t want to have any attachments down at the wheels. I also wanted to be able to (relatively) quickly be able to detach the carrier when I wasn’t carrying a load. Because the carrier clocks in at 1.8 pounds and the matching custom bag is also built like a tank, this is not a super light addition on your rear end. But one of the beautiful things about this combo is the ease with which the bag secures and detaches from the carrier. No need for any bunji cords or tie downs: click, click and it’s done. Great design! So buying the matching bag with this carrier is THE justification for the carrier purchase. They work beautifully together. (Make sure you get the correct matching bag for this model carrier, because Ibera makes a smaller bag for a different model carrier and I don’t think it will fit this carrier.)
Installation is fairly simple, but be prepared; The carrier requires two metric Allen wrenches that are not supplied with the purchase (Do you hear this Ibera? You should include them.) I believe they are a 5mm for the seat post attachment and a 3 mm to slide the basket back and forth to your liking for clearance behind your seat. Easiest way to attach the carrier is to take out your seat post and slide the carrier on, then reattach you seat post, then tighten up the carrier. My slender seat post required the use of 1 of the 2 rubber shims supplied to get a tight solid fit.
I tested my new rig out the other day. I packed 3 500ml bottles of water and 3 cans of cat food (I feed a stray along my route) along with wallet and keys, etc in a side pocket. It’s 95 and bloody hot here in Nashville this time of year, so I always want more water than my single water bottle holder on my bike can accomodate. I also noticed that the well built Ibera bag is somewhat insulated, so I put some ice in a small ziplock bag and laid that on top of the 3 bottles of water. 2 hours later the ice was still ice and the water was still very cold. This is very impressive and not a feature that Ibera mentions. But it’s a very welcome freebie!.
As I mentioned, the one downside to having a well made carrier on the back with a load is it throws off the balance of the bike. It’s not so bad when you’re moving, but when stopped the bike can get away from you unless you’re used to it. I’m so used to having a very stripped down light bike that it took a little getting used to. But, really, what’s the alternative? I used a backpack for a while, which solves the weight distribution problem, but it’s way too hot and uncomfortable in the summer.
Ibera makes a very fine product, the best. This is the Aston Martin of carriers and matching bags.
NashvilleKeith –
Graham –
Fantastic. Quick fit/release. You will have to raise the saddle so bear this in mind. If the arm was 2-3″ longer, it would have got 5 stars. More spacious than you think and the carry strap is useful too.
Graham –
Luis Junguitu Irisarri –
Me ha servido muy bien para una Bici electrica xiaomi c20 muy buena calidad
Luis Junguitu Irisarri –
corknpete –
I just got back from a multi day mountain biking trip. I went over a great deal of bumpy terrain and this bag and rack did not budge. As for space, in the main compartment it easily held three days worth of bike clothes (jerseys, shorts, socks), a couple of t shirts, two pairs of shorts, flip flops, hygiene items, and three snack packs in sandwich sized ziplock bags. The side, rear and top pockets are also very spacious. Oftentimes with bike bags the outside pockets are almost useless, but not with this bag. The two side pockets easily held my tools (shock air pump, spare 26×2″ tube, multi use tool, knife, chain tool, chain links, bottle of chain lube w/ rag, tire levers, bike lock, etc.). The bungee on the top of the bag is also useful as it held my sleeping bag liner and a light rain jacket for easy access. I wanted to keep as much weight off my back as possible. All I had to have in my backpack were my two hydration bladders.
As others have mentioned, the ride dynamics do change a bit with this bag as likely with any other rear bike bags. I didn’t do any practice rides with this bag fully loaded, but I didn’t have an issue. You just need to be more cautious when going downhill with more weight centered over your rear wheel. But with no practice prior to the trip, I was fine and it wasn’t an issue. I wouldn’t suggest doing real technical riding with this bag, but I rode some nice single track without an issue. I had the rack mounted at the base of my seat post and you do have to lift your leg a little higher to get seated, but it wasn’t an issue for me.
Overall the bag and frame are made of high quality materials and the main compartment and pockets are perfectly designed. The zippers are high quality as well. The rack itself is lightweight so there is obvious weight savings there compared to a typical pannier rack that screws into the frame.
Another reviewer mentioned there should be a strap integrated on top of the bag. I found that if the bag had a strap on top, you’d lose storage on top with the net. There is a strap included that when tightened all the way acts as a hand strap or your can loosen it and carry it over your shoulder. Either way the strap comes on and off and you at least have some choices how you want to use it.
The bag easily clicks in and out of the rack which was useful for short stops during the trip. One of my friends on the trip (who is not easily impressed) had most of his gear in his backpack and he looked over at me after I unclipped the bag and he said “it unclips too? Nice”. Overall I wouldn’t change anything about this bag. It’s perfect. This is one of the best products I’ve purchased off Amazon. For the price the value is hard to beat. Most manufacturers/retailers charge the same price just for the bag without a rack.
corknpete –
Jorge Solis –
Excelente! La compré para ir al gym. Cabe todo: zapatos, toallas, llaves, candado, botella de agua, etc. Muy buen material, liviana, facil de instalar y desinstalar .
Jorge Solis –
beto –
Me gustó bastante, materiales de buenas calidad y muy estética.
beto –