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Review on πŸ• Enhance your biking experience with the Wald 257 Multi-Fit Front Pizza Box Bicycle Basket in Black by Steven Jackson

Revainrating 5 out of 5

VERSATILE, RELIABLE, AVAILABLE, ADAPTABLE

Just DO! . I installed this very strong cargo bed on my 700C (700x41C) hybrid with about 3" steerer tube (forward tilt) on my straight handlebars. OPTIONS: You have 5 weight options for the front. You can choose a LUGGAGE RACK or a LUGGAGE RACK or a LARGE BASKET or get a HANDLEBAR BAG or THIS! BENEFITS: EXTREMELY VERSATILE, you can see and reach this platform while riding, you can mount a full sleep system or any basket you like above the platform, and even UNDER the platform there is a place to attach (or velcro ) an e-bike backup battery, a Z-Pad Thermorest, or other compact (flat) items (like a tarp or rain cover.) Even a rack (mount on a pole) can be used to mount devices, electronics, and accessories. RELIABLE: Handles any "fork-safe" load with ease (I'd tow a 25lb max line, but e fat 8 year old or older *could* sit on it, no problem). AVAILABLE: Absolutely the most affordable SERIOUS front cargo option. ADAPTABILITY: I can tell you right now this thing clips to your handlebars and front axle and will fit almost ANY bike from 26" to 28" (700C) and VERY likely will even fit a smaller or 29" bike (perhaps with some very minor modifications). It fits my 700C (a bike with 28" wheels) with a 3" riser and I could have made a hole more (an inch higher). I CAN MAIN IN INSTALL IN LESS THAN 20 MINUTES BY ONLY USING THE INCLUDED HARDWARE AND SOME COMMON TOOLS Solid as a rock!(A mechanic can install it in 5 or 10 minutes) CONS: A LITTLE HEAVY: Definitely heavy (more than an aluminum case) , but much less heavy than a WALD "FULL BASKET". But VERY RELIABLE. . HIGH CENTER OF GRAVITY: If commuting between cities you might want to use a lower center of gravity and lighter weight in the front BUT nothing is b eaters for the city (except maybe the $100 and $250 porter rack). ) for CITY CARGO VARIANTS. Ideal height for access while driving.*** CONS (OVERALL?). It's pretty hard. It has a higher center of gravity than the other options. ALSO: WHEN PARKED (EVEN EMPTY) I HAVE TO SPIN THE WHEEL *OFF THE STEP (FULL RIGHT) OR THE BIKE WILL FALL (small stand). DISCUSSION: They call it the Multi-Fit "Pizza Box". It's actually a full-fledged (heavy-duty) load carrier, and as I said, you'll lose "operational control" LONG before you can exceed the carrying limits of this rock-solid platform. . I assure you it will easily and safely accommodate a 20A hour e-bike battery and a USGI ECWS MODULAR SLEEPING SYSTEM (winter tent) as well as space for a foldable sleeping pad, lights and accessories. I haven't tried pairing the handlebar bag with this rack, but it looks like you shouldn't have a problem using the handlebar bag at the same time. SIMPLY hop on a 70L duffel bag (dry bag etc). full of bedding or sleep system, big plastic tarp, whatever. Any dog you can see (and manage) as long as the appropriate basket (or carrier) is securely attached to this rack. For the money you really can't go wrong. I'm picky and hate being fooled by fake marketing. Guess what ? . I'm excited . Yes. EVEN IF YOU CHANGE YOUR MIND (MUCH LATER I'M SURE) you can still remove the brackets and use this stand as a horizontal or vertical stand by attaching it to the rear travel stand with heavily reinforced zips. NO PROBLEM ! (Best regards).=END OF REVIEW=

Pros
  • It's amazing
Cons
  • Unthinkable