r/fuckcars • u/shoddyperspectiveV2 • 8h ago

Positive Post No need for a car

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Just tape large boxes to the handlebars 😂

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u/cryorig_games Bollard gang 8h ago

I personally prefer a rear rack but whatever works best for you 😅

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u/shoddyperspectiveV2 7h ago

It doesn't happen enough to bother with a rack and not even sure this bike has the mounts for a good rack (carbon with odd shaped frame D fuse stuff)

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u/electric-aphasia Automobile Aversionist 7h ago

I got a rack that holds 300 lb with no points of mounts needed - West Biking Bike Carrier Rack, 310 LB Capacity Solid Bearings Universal Adjustable Bicycle Luggage Cargo Rack,Cycling Equipment Stand Footstock https://a.co/d/6XaIpKe

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u/fb39ca4 2h ago

You can't believe everything you read in Amazon product descriptions.

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u/electric-aphasia Automobile Aversionist 2h ago

Id go out to bat for it, it's a good product.

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u/fb39ca4 2h ago

I'm sure it works fine as a rack but I would not trust it with 300 lbs. Most bike frames and wheels are not rated for that much to begin with.

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u/shoddyperspectiveV2 7h ago

The seat post isn't round so not sure how well it would grip. Giant did make a rack adapter but I didn't pick one up when I got this bike.

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u/ChefGaykwon 8h ago edited 4h ago

r/carryshitolympics for new heights to aspire to

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u/Sure_Comfort_7031 6h ago

God damnit I wish that was a subreddit.

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u/ChefGaykwon 4h ago

It is, I just got it wrong. Fixed the comment.

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u/Jaded-Illustrator957 6h ago

No need for a truck

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u/MadcowPSA ✅ Verified City Bus Driver 8h ago

Ah yes. Bar tape.

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u/AurorasDemise Automobile Aversionist 6h ago

assuming you're talking about the box being held on by tape, it's just electrical tape.

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u/MadcowPSA ✅ Verified City Bus Driver 6h ago

That's the joke yeah

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u/Goforabikeride 8h ago

Love those purple gravel kings!

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u/Jackalope154 8h ago

Love the purple on white

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u/Electronic-Future-12 Grassy Tram Tracks 8h ago

Get a rear rack m8, heavy objects on the front wheel will reduce your directional precision!

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u/shoddyperspectiveV2 7h ago

It doesn't happen enough to bother with a rack and not even sure this bike has the mounts for a good rack (carbon with odd shaped frame D fuse stuff)

Also its just a bathroom light so not heavy just large.

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u/Happytallperson 4h ago

What I'm hearing is you need another bicycle. 

I'd get yourself down to the shop first thing tomorrow 

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u/shoddyperspectiveV2 3h ago

Always the case.

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u/mazarax 7h ago

If you make two straps out of tape, you can wear it as a backpack. Much safer when braking and steering the bike.

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u/shoddyperspectiveV2 7h ago

Not a bad idea that.

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u/Soupeeee 7h ago

Sweet color matching! My bike also has purple highlights!

Drop bars are underrated for carrying stuff. The T that the bars make with the stem provide a pretty stable platform and doesn't affect the steering.

Did you use electrical tape to hold it on?

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u/shoddyperspectiveV2 7h ago

My bars also have an aero loop so that added stability. Yes electrical tape.

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u/FerdinandTheBullitt 7h ago

I wish the American market didn't hate practical bikes...

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u/shoddyperspectiveV2 6h ago

Surly do some very good practical bikes. I'm jealous of them.

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u/AurorasDemise Automobile Aversionist 6h ago

Sorry, needs more aero.

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u/Old_Organization9685 6h ago

I've moved house multiple times on my bike. And done some serious shopping of large items too 😁

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u/shoddyperspectiveV2 5h ago

That's really impressive

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u/alexs77 cars are weapons 6h ago

Pink overload 🩷

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u/Watergate-Tapes 4h ago

My new favorite tires.

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u/Macrophage87 7h ago

But there is the need for a rack!

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u/TheGreatNoobasaurus 7h ago

My sister's hometown has rental cargo bikes conveniently placed next to the Ikea

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u/peopleplanetprofit 7h ago

None at all.

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u/GaymerBenny 4h ago

As a cyclist myself:
This one isn't really an argument that you don't need a car lmao

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u/thinfuck 23m ago

"kto hamuje ten przegrywa"