Another option, also offered at the Touring store: #2 on that same page <http://www.thetouringstore.com/TUBUS/Fit%20Solutions/FIT%20SOLUTIONS%20PAGE.htm> is a sturdy adapter to attach Tubus "classic" racks to the QR skewer (for frames like yours without eyelets). Only works with the Classic racks, not the Evo racks. It also moves the rack rearward, which helps with heel clearance on frames with short chainstays (like yours). This setup is very secure.
The Tubus stay mounting clamps (#3) are superior p-clamps. They have two bolts: one bolt clamps the stay, the other holds the rack. That means you could remove the rack while leaving the clamps secure, which is nice for maintenance. If your rack allows it, you could use a diving board to the brake bridge for the upper attachment (instead of p-clamps). Measure the stays with a caliper; the Tubus clamps come in several sizes. These clamps are strong and secure. I used the #3 and #4 clamps to add front and mid-fork eyelets to my gf's San Marcos and mounted a Campee Classic 27F (that she won't give back). Wayne at the Touring store can set you up. All things Tubus can be bought much cheaper direct from Germany (with the Euro being so low), but the shipping will get you. Regarding the frame's capability, I'd trust your Centurion with a rack (securely attached) and 20 lbs in panniers. At your light weight, you won't damage the frame (except for scratches -- wrap the stays first!). On Mon, Apr 6, 2015 at 8:01 PM, Will <[email protected]> wrote: > Go here and check item 3: > > > http://www.thetouringstore.com/TUBUS/Fit%20Solutions/FIT%20SOLUTIONS%20PAGE.htm > > I did this for two bikes without rack braze-ons. It's a very muscular > solution. Nothing moves or wobbles. The Tubus racks aren't half-bad either, > if you're looking for a bit of luxury. > > Will > > > > > On Monday, April 6, 2015 at 7:36:29 PM UTC-5, Mike K. wrote: >> >> Hi everyone. >> I've been down to one bike for a while, and with a recent home >> acquisition, don't see the opportunity to get a second any time soon. >> >> (Though you never can tell with Craigslist) >> >> Anyway, my one bike right now is a Dave Scott Master. Tange #1 tubing all >> the way. I have a Carradice Nelson on there now, which does well for most >> of my commuting, but I've recently been wanting to put a rear rack on it. >> It doesn't have any braze-ons for racks, so I know I can use P-clamps to >> attach on the chain stays and seat stays, but I've been nervous about >> putting too much weight on them. I wouldn't be doing any touring, just >> commuting and maybe some lightweight overnight camping. >> >> Do I need to be super worried, or will the steel handle it? I'm 155# and >> couldn't imagine putting even 20 more worth of stuff in panniers. I know >> heal clearance is another issue, but I'll cross that bridge when, and if, I >> get to it. >> >> Any advice you have would be most welcome. >> >> - Mike in ATX >> > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to [email protected]. > To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. > Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
