Should I be nervous that loose straps or hooks will get caught in the spokes?
1044963
No. With a disclaimer. The pack folds over your carrier and has two very sturdy plastic boards inside the bag to keep it straight and away from the machinery. The hooks on the inside area of the bag attach to the carrier frame. The only concern I would have would be the age of the rubber that is used to connect up the hooks. If that got old or cracked the hook might become loose or break off and get caught up. It's a small hook so you would be unlucky if it brought you down. Like all things mechanical - a quick check before you hook it up and you'll be fine.
1044964
I have used one of these bags for daily commuting for three years. The only time anything has even hit the spokes is when I forgot to connect one of the hooks. The straps have not been an issue
1044965
My husband has been using this bag for several months without any problems. There are metal clips on the underside of the bag where you can clip it to your bike rack, and that will keep it safe and secure.
445582
I haven't had a problem. The straps can be loosened so that everything moves freely.
873825
Make sure loose ends are wrapped up and secured. The tighter the straps, the less wind noise resulting from movement and vibration. Mine is used with a roof rack so I don't know how to deal with the door problem.
462460
+They have hooks on both ends. I secured it to my handlebars with the soft straps also sold here, then no danger of scratching the bars or tank I don't think I would personally cut the strap off as I just use that left over strap to wrap and tie it to the tightened trap so it doesn't flap in the wind and also looks more secure.
1490366
When using them, the handles will stay together, so it is not a problem. I suppose you could use some sort of clip if you're worried about it.
1930507
Yes, just tie them down tight. You may want to wrap the tie down straps around the board a few times before strapping down to the rack.
873828
we stop the straps from making noise by twisting them aroud themselves and tying them down so there is no slack. we have a roof rack so we didn't have a gap in the door. hope this heps
1084614
Make sure the side straps are secure and tight, then tighten again after the weight of the bikes are on the rack. Worry-free transport for 500 miles.
1505612
I think it should be alright. The straps are generous. Sorry this took so long.
638756
E bags have s hooks at e end of ea to hook onto e frame. So long as at e end of ur frame at the wheel hub there is an extra hole unused(some use it to secure their bike stand) it should be ok
652439
Yes, mine is loose as well but i only carry one bike. Would have concerns if i carried 2 or more bikes for any distance.
382241
The straps are adjustable...you can make them as loose or as tight as you want...I've never had a problem.
893972
Hey,I recently bought one for a project bike im building for my girlfriend and was impressed. I agree that the baskets are kinda pricy but then again you get what you pay for. Baskets are squared off and balanced, not lopsided. It also has a piece of stained wood on the inside for more support. Straps are fine for me, you dont want the basket sagging too low but level with handle bars and it works fine for me. Hope this helped.
1950057
I haven't used them and haven't had any problems. As long as the other straps are tight.
250859
It absolutely should not do that and it is dangerous (potentially deadly) to rely only on that strap. Is your rack properly mounted? It almost sounds like the front of it is not anchored to your bike frame. If you are unsure, please, PLEASE take your bike to a bike shop/mechanic before you ride with a child in there.
642720
I held a bike up to see how high I needed the rack to be. No the spokes have not been damaged.
1031979
I am in the same situation (I have an Accord). I agree with everything you said and I'm planning to do the same thing. For added security you could put a stablizer strap on, like this: CURT 18050 Bike Rack Stabilizer Strap