The HighRoller is advertised as being able to take at least 3” wide tyres on bikes from 20” to 29” wheels. This is lucky because road bikes typically have 1” thick tyres on a 27 inch wheel (700c). When setting it up for the photos, the versatility of the rack was clear. It is robust and simple to use and does not contact the bike’s frame at all which means there is no risk of frame or paint damage. The bike stays very secure and the price of this rack is better than immediate competitors.
Words by Mike Blewitt and images by Lachlan Ryan. Originally published in AMB Magazine issue #173. Yakima's recently released FoldClick bike racks are a new step for the American gear haulage and carrying company. Yakima have a few classics in their range of rear-mounted bike racks with dependable models like the HoldUp...
If you're a rider, it's likely that at some point instead of riding from home you’ll be driving to a destination. Let’s be frank, road trips are much better when you can take your bike along! Thankfully the good folk at Yakima have you covered.
This article by Iain Treloar was originally published at cyclingtips.com in October 2018. There’s a series of sepia photos from the ‘80s, offering a perfect glimpse back into the lives of its forgotten subjects. In one shot, a group of six friends lie back in their kayaks, eyes closed, basking...
