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#1
Hey guys! I have posted this elsewhere but wanted to come back here and share it. I was never a big fan of official rack accesories ( not that they're even in stock ) and I had seen this German company with a really BIG selection of bags/crates/baskets/locking boxes. The key was to find a way to install their GTA adapter to the RR+ rack

After talking with Klickfix support their suggested their E-bike mounting brackets ( last pic, called "GTA Mounting Set E" ) which is metal ( compared to plastic ) and has a different design, that could possibly allow me to mount it on the really thick rack my bike has.

It worked, but not 100%, basically each bracket has 0.3mm on each side to "grip" on the bottom of the rack. But it's stable, tested it with 50km+ so far, going over many potholes and bumps, with stuff in the basket/box. Doesn't budge.

Another alternative would be to DIY some metal plates but I would lose the "anti-theft" aspect of the current adapter. Once you have an accessory on and it's locked, it's nearly impossible to remove the bracket.

The bracket GTA Adapter itself cost me €26 + €11 for the metal mounting set E

Basket was on sale for €26 & box @ €31

One minus due to the RR rack being so wide: I don't think I can use their pannier bags side slits the adapter has, but I might try this too :)

This allows me to do shopping with the basket and the box is more of a unicorn: It fits my Thousand helmet or quite a number of things! There is a bigger box which is like a motorbike box but I feel it's quite expensive and I have no need for this.

My next purchase would be their GTA Rackpack - all of the accesories lock onto the adapter! Don't expect a fancy lock though, I bet someone competent could pick it fast.
#2
RadRunner / Radrunner(+) ideal u-lock length
January 21, 2021, 05:13:58 AM
I'm looking to decide on a U-lock length for my RR+ - My main lock is an Abus Bordo folding lock ( 6500 ) and I want to double up from the Abus line with a u-lock as I can order it with the same key.

Length options are at 230mm & 300mm - I'm certain the 300mm would be ideal but wondering if anyone has gotten a U-lock at ~230mm ( 9" ) and if it works well - mostly to minimize bulk and gain a bit on weight

#3
RadRunner / Bar end mirrors
December 22, 2020, 06:17:37 PM
Hello! My RR+ is on the way ( been checking that DHL tracking page too much ) and I'm deciding on some first must-have accessories/addons.

I know that Mirrycle has been proposed a lot in older topics, but does anyone has any experience with other bar end mirrors?

I was looking at Corky Urban but I doubt the fixed version will work with the stock grips - It's pricey but I like the minimalist design

Another minimalist option with good reviews is the Hafny bar end mirror - it seems that it would work well - has anyone tried them?
#4
General Chat / The dilemma: Rad mini 4 or RadRunner Plus
November 17, 2020, 03:19:44 PM
I've been on a quest for my first e-bike for a while now and after a lot of research I was leaning heavily on ordering the Rad Mini ( currently on backorder in EU ) but then Rad brought back the RadRunner Plus on the European website and I'm now on a dilemma, going back and forth on pros and cons.

I want to clarify that I always loved how the RadRunner looks ( retro design ) but I wouldn't be considering the single-speed model and nor something without at least front suspension. But the RR Plus alleviates both those issues, bringing me to my current dilemma.

I will be mostly doing urban riding, somewhat hilly area and with many poor quality stretches of road but I'm interested in some off-road fun. The folding aspect of the Rad Mini is not high in my priority list, it has more to do with the form factor ( size ).

Two big question marks that prevent me from settling on the RR Plus instead of the Rad Mini are:

  • Some bad reviews for the seat+seatpost of the original RadRunner ( which is the same with plus ) which means I'd have to certainly upgrade*
  • Lack of comprehensive reviews, overall - and yes, it's actually the "same" bike with RR 1 but still...

*: On the other hand, I'd probably upgrade the Mini's seat too

Any input - especially from anyone that has gotten the Plus in their hands already is more than welcomed!