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  1. #1
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    ski carry on bicycle

    I want to construct a way to carry my skis on my bike for short rides around town to the lift & the office.

    I have an old mtb without a luggage carrier, and was thinking about putting a piece of wide(200-300 mm diameter) plastic drainage tube on it where i can just throw my ski's in, rather than ingenious strapping of the ski's on the frame. Pro's: can load ski's quickly (I'm always rushing to catch the first lift). Downsides: unstable constructions, since i dont have a rear luggage carrier, I was considering strapping the plastic tube to the fork, although this may influence the balance?

    Surely some of you will have build similar devices? ideas? insights? Show me what you've got!

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    I always strap to the frame but the tube should be better. Don't go for the fork -> Bad vision and they might come close to your face when steering. BUT it seems it can be done without the luggage carrier:

    http://files.coniwo.webnode.com/2000...raegerVelo.jpg

    Second Idea. Strap the tube to you frame to get the horizontal configuration.

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    anyone have pics? curious about this as well

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    Quote Originally Posted by LeoK View Post
    I always strap to the frame but the tube should be better. Don't go for the fork -> Bad vision and they might come close to your face when steering. BUT it seems it can be done without the luggage carrier:

    http://files.coniwo.webnode.com/2000...raegerVelo.jpg

    Second Idea. Strap the tube to you frame to get the horizontal configuration.
    Seems like it would interfere with the non drive side foot coming around?

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    yeah, left heel will hit that tube

    strapping horizontally on top tube works fine

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    or two Voile XXL Straps work.

    -Thread Drift: How long until wee see someone with SPD cleats on AT Boots?

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    This was just posted today to the Salsa site. Obviously you are not wanting or planning on a new bike plus custom bags. But it might give you an idea on how to attach to the back. Rack definitely required. Should be able to get something cheap.

    http://salsacycles.com/culture/creat...ned_blackborow

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    Quote Originally Posted by sickturd View Post


    or two Voile XXL Straps work.

    -Thread Drift: How long until wee see someone with SPD cleats on AT Boots?

    We've always strapped this way, or AFrame on the pack if it was a combination of hiking and biking. SPD cleats on the boot mod... interesting idea... *starts checking gear bin*

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    Just saw this, not sure I would spend $80 for it, but might be fun to try and make your own from some old cordura or an old pack:

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    https://defiantpack.com/products/gun...ant=4653264453

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    Quote Originally Posted by sickturd View Post


    or two Voile XXL Straps work.

    -Thread Drift: How long until wee see someone with SPD cleats on AT Boots?
    I always thought the heel welt on the tlt6 was too small for frame bindings

  11. #11
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    A luggage rack is going to make this much easier. They can be found pretty cheap. Then attach either plastic pipe or a little wood frame you can slide the tails into. The wood can be built with a tighter fit so the skis don't rattle around as much.
    "College sailing isn't about who wins the most races, its about who can stand in the morning"

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    I’ll try to take pictures tomorrow.
    There must be 20-30 bikes at the Gondi everyday.
    PVC pipe seems to be the most popular.

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