Bike Racks

Choosing a bike rack is not just about adding carrying capacity—it defines how the bike behaves under load, both on and off the road.

How to choose a bike rack

The choice depends on three main factors:

An incompatible or out-of-context rack can compromise stability, safety, and usability.

Front or rear rack

Rear rack

The most common foundation for touring.

Ideal for commuting and medium to long-distance travel.

Front rack (lowrider)

Focused on weight distribution.

A key choice for long-distance travel.

To learn more:
https://www.bikejamming.it/en/content/97-front-load-travel-bike

Types of racks in this category

Classic touring racks

Steel structures designed for reliability and continuous use.

Examples: Tubus Logo Evo, Tubus Cargo Evo, Tubus Tara.

Expedition racks

Designed for heavy loads and volume management.

Universal racks (no eyelets)

Allow mounting bags on bikes not designed for racks.

Example: Thule Tour Rack.

Lightweight solutions

Focused on reducing overall system weight.

Compatibility: what to check first

Before choosing a rack, always check:

If the bike is not rack-ready, specific solutions or adapters are required.

When to use a rack (and when not)

It makes sense if:

It does NOT make sense if:

Load distribution

A rack is only part of the system.

Stability depends on how you distribute weight between front and rear.

To learn more:
https://www.bikejamming.it/en/content/96-travel-bike-load-distribution

A technical choice, not just an accessory

A good rack goes unnoticed when it works.
But when it’s wrong, you feel it immediately.

That’s why we select only racks with a clear positioning: each model is designed for a specific use case—it’s not “universal.”