Tubus Cargo rear luggage rack

Tubus calls this rack their “modern classic” and we are not inclined to argue. The Cargo was Tubus’ first design and remains their most popular model. It comes in two versions to fit 26” or 700c/27”/28” wheels, is extremely rigid and durable, and is easy to fit on most bikes. It has a weight capacity of 88 lbs. (40 kg.)—if you are carrying that much weight, your wheels will probably fail before this rack will! The 26” version weighs 610 grams, while the 700c/27”/28” version weighs 630 grams. It fits all bikes with the appropriate wheel size and a standard (non-suspended) rear triangle. The Cargo requires frame mounted fittings at the rear axle (dropout) and on the seat stays, or you can attach it using J-clamps (not included). It is powder coat painted black.

All Tubus racks are constructed of thin-wall tubular CroMoly steel. This results in a carrier that is light weight and more fatigue resistant than an aluminum rack. Any rack can break if it is overloaded or damaged in an accident. Since Tubus racks are made of steel, they are easily repaired in the field with common welding equipment found in auto repair shops all around the world. This is not the case with aluminum racks, because aluminum can only be welded with special equipment that is not so common. Tubus racks carry a 3 year warranty, and during that period Tubus will deliver replacement spare parts free of charge anywhere in the world to the rack’s registered owner.

Note: Tubus racks, and any other racks constructed of steel or aluminum tube stock, are not compatible with child seats, Wald baskets, or any other accessories that use clamps fastened by nuts and bolts to attach to the rack. The clamps will crush the tube stock. For this type of accessory, use racks made with solid aluminum rod such as Blackburn racks.