Blackburn TR-1 Bicycle Rack
Posted by Blogmaster in Bicycle Accessories, tags: Bicycle, Blackburn, Rack
- Tubular aluminum rack is both durable and of good value
- Frame designed to fit 26-inch bicycles
- Weighs a light 612 grams
- Covered by a limited lifetime warranty
- 1 year warranty
Product Description
A great value in a versatile, durable tubular aluminum rack, 26″Product Description
The Blackburn TR-1 Bicycle Rack is constructed of all-welded tubular aluminum, the TR-1 is not only lightweight and durable, but it is capable of carrying a sizable load. Blackburn’s TR-1 fits up to 26-inch bicycles, weighs 612 grams, and comes in black with a limited lifetime warranty.
About Blackburn
In 1975, Jim Blackburn set out to design stronger, lighter, more innovative and more reliable cycling products. The first were bags and racks designed for touring. From there, Blackburn grew. Over the next 30 years, Blackburn’s spark of innovation would lead to many revolutionary products, like the first high quality aircraft aluminum rack, the first dual stroke minipump, the first oversized mountain minipump and the first dual stage/dual stroke floorpump just to name a few. For 2005, Blackburn’s creative spark is burning brighter than ever. And as we head into our 30th year, Blackburn is re-dedicated to designing smart, reliable, no nonsense accessories that are essential to your riding experience.
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Bought this for my Raliegh Venture. As with most bike racks it requires a little bending where it attaches to the lower frame so that it fits properly and you don’t strip out the screws. You have to spread the lower supports and slightly bend the lower tabs. Thats what your local bike shop does and they charge you for it! Installed and ready to go in 15 minutes. Quality product.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a lightweight and surprisingly sturdy rack. I found it fairly easy to install although on my Schwinn Sierra (large frame) this rack couldn’t have been any smaller and still fit. It works well with a rack trunk though I haven’t attached any panniers or grocery carriers. I have yet to challenge the 30 pound weight limit, using it primarily for short day trips. It is solid yet minimalist. While clearly functional it I think it keeps a clean line with my bike. Something I’ve always wanted and I am happy.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought this rack at a local bike shop for my Specialized Hardrock, and needless to say, one size may fit all, but it doesn’t on my bike. The Hardrock’s rear fork sticks out because of reinforcement welding, and after jimmying with this rack for half an hour I managed to strip out the screw holes on my aluminum frame!
I doubt a return is possible, so it looks like I’ll be breaking out the big tools to bend this thing into the proper shape.
Maybe a seat-mounted rear rack would have been the way to go, but the Hardrock also has an especially thick seat neck too.
Rating: 2 / 5