Many great reviews, but people who owned for more than a couple months said it fell apart. Has yours help up (after numerous mountain bike rides)?
891946
My Topeak Aero Wedge is the one with the buckle straps, and it has held up well. I had the first one for several years with no problems. I replaced it with a new one recently after the first one was stolen.
891947
I'm a roadie, so mine doesn't get the wear and tear of a mountaineer, as mentioned by Polarbeadr. I DO have a little trouble with the zipper SOMETIMES. For me, the only REAL problem is that although it is a medium size bag which DOES expand, it's still a little small to carry all my junk, which includes otc reading glasses, patch kit, co 2, pressure gauge and Tire Lever Set. I'm sure I have 1 or 2 other things in there, too. Just can't think of them right now. I must also mention that I have had mine for three YEARS! I must be very gentle!!For someone who does not need much capacity and feels that his rides would not be too rough, I would recommend it. I'm a roadie, so mine doesn't get the wear and tear of a mountaineer, as mentioned by Polarbeadr. I DO have a little trouble with the zipper SOMETIMES. For me, the only REAL problem is that although it is a medium size bag which DOES expand, it's still a little small to carry all my junk, which includes otc reading glasses, patch kit, co 2, pressure gauge and Tire Lever Set. I'm sure I have 1 or 2 other things in there, too. Just can't think of them right now. I must also mention that I have had mine for three YEARS! I must be very gentle!!For someone who does not need much capacity... » Read More I'm a roadie, so mine doesn't get the wear and tear of a mountaineer, as mentioned by Polarbeadr. I DO have a little trouble with the zipper SOMETIMES. For me, the only REAL problem is that although it is a medium size bag which DOES expand, it's still a little small to carry all my junk, which includes otc reading glasses, patch kit, co 2, pressure gauge and Tire Lever Set. I'm sure I have 1 or 2 other things in there, too. Just can't think of them right now. I must also mention that I have had mine for three YEARS! I must be very gentle!!For someone who does not need much capacity and feels that his rides would not be too rough, I would recommend it. « Show Less
891948
No as soon as I used bag and placed items in bag zipper started to get stuck until it tore out of place! Very dissatisfied!
891949
I own 3 of these Topeak packs and love them. I have had them for over 3 years and all have held up well. No signs of failure.
891950
Mine has held up beautifully. However, I must mention that I ride a road bike 3-4x a week, on smooth asphalt terrain, and for only about 8 miles at a stretch. So, in truth, it has not been subjected to any notable or adverse wear and tear
1043404
Mine has been up in some crazy Colorado winds and done just fine, but I have the sand bag weights attached to it or it would have blown away. This is my 2nd year having it up.
47487
I totally agree. I've had the bike, mostly unused, for almost 2 months because of the same. I took the side panel off today and at first, I loosened the tensioner with little improvement. I then removed the belt entirely. It lets the pedals spin freely but that totally takes away any adjustability. I will continue to tinker and see what I can discover. I got the bike to help rehab my knee (with the intention of my mom also being able to use it with her bum knee) and neither of us can spend more than 5-10 minutes without huffing and puffing. Hardly the get-into-biking kind of bike I'd hoped for. I totally agree. I've had the bike, mostly unused, for almost 2 months because of the same. I took the side panel off today and at first, I loosened the tensioner with little improvement. I then removed the belt entirely. It lets the pedals spin freely but that totally takes away any adjustability. I will continue to tinker and see what I can discover. I got the bike to help rehab my knee (with the intention of my mom also being able to use it with her bum knee) and neither of us can spend more than 5-10 minutes without huffing and puffing. Hardly the get-into-biking kind of bike I'd hoped... » Read More I totally agree. I've had the bike, mostly unused, for almost 2 months because of the same. I took the side panel off today and at first, I loosened the tensioner with little improvement. I then removed the belt entirely. It lets the pedals spin freely but that totally takes away any adjustability. I will continue to tinker and see what I can discover. I got the bike to help rehab my knee (with the intention of my mom also being able to use it with her bum knee) and neither of us can spend more than 5-10 minutes without huffing and puffing. Hardly the get-into-biking kind of bike I'd hoped for. « Show Less
1492429
I've ridden with the bag for 3300K mounted on a Trek EX8 full suspension and have had no problems though I've only taken it off road on slightly hilly nature park trails. Lots of roots to bounce over and the unit has never come loose. The rack is substantial and the locking mechanism has worked very well so far. I have their handlebar bag, too, and have no complaints regarding it either. The locking mechanisms are secure and easy to release. Torque the rack to the post to 6 Newtons, and you'll have no worries. I've had several different rack over the years, and this is the best particularly for a full suspension bike. Hope this helps. I've ridden with the bag for 3300K mounted on a Trek EX8 full suspension and have had no problems though I've only taken it off road on slightly hilly nature park trails. Lots of roots to bounce over and the unit has never come loose. The rack is substantial and the locking mechanism has worked very well so far. I have their handlebar bag, too, and have no complaints regarding it either. The locking mechanisms are secure and easy to release. Torque the rack to the post to 6 Newtons, and you'll have no worries. I've had several different rack over the years, and this is the best particularly... » Read More I've ridden with the bag for 3300K mounted on a Trek EX8 full suspension and have had no problems though I've only taken it off road on slightly hilly nature park trails. Lots of roots to bounce over and the unit has never come loose. The rack is substantial and the locking mechanism has worked very well so far. I have their handlebar bag, too, and have no complaints regarding it either. The locking mechanisms are secure and easy to release. Torque the rack to the post to 6 Newtons, and you'll have no worries. I've had several different rack over the years, and this is the best particularly for a full suspension bike. Hope this helps. « Show Less
1213451
I don't have a mountain bike but I follow a lot and my bike drops a lot and I have never had a problem with the bags coming off. However if you stuff it too much the velcro does not stay closed when you put the flap down. Otherwise I love it. Hope this helps.
601705
I had mine for 1 month & it fell apart. Totally unacceptable for the price. I got one on line from Happy dogz-MAGICPRO. cheaper & made a lot stronger. TOTALLY BETTER> Highly recommended
694090
Bummer. Same issue here. Used daily for 1/2 hour and slipping started after a year or so, and is getting worse over time, now approaching 2 years. I guess time to start looking for a replacement bike. Tightened the belt as well - did not help, may be the expensive axel or flywheel components that need replacement.
1643683
Yes I've had a strap break at one of the holes. But the other side of the hole is still attached. It seems like another strap is getting close to breaking too. Not sure how to avoid this. I use it as a double bike rack the most so I've been moving the good straps to the main rack and the broken/weak ones to the supplemental 2 bike rack that I rarely use.
358029
We just bought this bike and after 2 days the parent handle steering went out also. Did you have any luck fixing it or returning it?
356217
Originally, I really liked it, but within 5 months (following all their directions) it filled up, thick as can be. Haven't, because we can't, used it since. Yesterday, I looked out and the top has been broke off. Might be a hungry wild animal, as something's been chomping on the contents. ((Yuck)). I wrote about my concerns and what could be done to "fix" this, but NO RESPONSE. SO, MY opinion, thoughts and suggestion would be, "Don't buy it"
518875
I had two of them break down on my eight year old, the first after a day and the second after a month. I wouldn't recommend this bike to anyone. There must be some kind of manufacturing defect because my son wasn't riding it wildly at all. And also it was the same exact problem... the gear wouldn't engage and the second time it started to smell like something was burning.
567026
Sorry, we had no trouble at all with this bike, either upon shipment, during assembly or during usage. I suggest you take it to a good bike repair shop in your area and ask the question. Good luck!
102093
mine was gone after a few months - fell out somewhere, and i only go on fairly smooth city roads.I had previously used a similar product that held the spray on with velcro wraps (like a burrito) and had good results for many years, until the bike (and spray) was stolen. Im now back to using the velcro version again.
225083
well i bought a shimano next mountain bike from someone, and i don't know if it was my weight or bike, but the back part that guides the chain as you chain gears bent and broke the spokes, so now i am in the same boat. I only weight 230, and i have lost weight, but walking hurts my knees and feet, so i am wanting to ride to get more of a cardio work out. any suggestions?
1557941
Wish I could help with your question. For me, it's a great bike, but the tires that came with it were too narrow for the best ride, even on roads. Changed tires and it's a great ride.
1931920
I bought it for a friends bike that I was setting up for him. It seemed plenty sturdy and well made, however I would not recommend for extreme mountain biking etc!
1242502
I've had no issues. The clamp surface is rubberized and the bike doesn't move at all once properly clamped in. I'm not riding an expensive road bike, so perhaps a fork lock could be better. But the criterium is great, and super convenient. Go out mountain biking in mud, and just put that filthy bike up top - no front wheel in the car, etc. No scratches or anything else wrong with my bike after 2 years of using it.