Racks, Decaleurs, and Straps
Velo Orange
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Velo Orange
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Velo Orange Decaleur KitDecaleurs are traditional quick release mounts for handlebar bags. Unlike some modern bag mounts, they keep the bag low for better handling and to keep the handlebars clear. The VO fork mount decaleurs are mounted on the fork below the headset lock nut and fit 1" or 1-1/8" forks. They are made of stainless steel and the workmanship is first rate.
Our decaleurs work with VO, Acorn, Ostrich, Sologne, Berthoud, TA, LaFuma, and most other traditional-style handlebar bags. Please remember that a decaleur is intended as a quick release mechanism, not to support the full weight of the bag. So the bag must still rest on a rack or on the fender. Fork mounted decaleurs can be bent slightly to adjust the bag's height, but might not work with very tall or short frames. For those frames we recommend a front rack with an intergrated decaleur. Note, that these decaleurs use metric 5mm posts and receivers. The new bag mounts can be used in the old-style 1/4" receivers, but not the other way round. Click here to download instructions or take a look at the VO technical support page. $25.00
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Velo Orange Gran-Compe ENE Mini-Rack
The Gran-Compe ENE racks are much like the Mafac mini-racks and are designed to support a handlebar bag. ENE racks mount directly to Gran-Compe 610 and Dia-Compe 750 centerpull brakes. There is no direct attachment to the frame so they can be used on any bike so long as the brakes fit.
They are chrome plated steel and the platform is about 140mm x 70mm. The upright is about 75mm high. So they are the right size for an average handlebar bag, but too small for anything larger. There are four 5mm light mounts under the platform, two on each side. The rack sits level on most frames. At 160g these have to be among the lightest racks ever made. The tag on the rack reads, "Designed only for GC610 & DC 750 brakes". But the VO folks have tried it on several other centerpull brakes and managed to mount it on various Mafac (including Racers and Raids), Weinmann, and older Dia-Compe models. The mounting tangs are 68mm c-t-c, but can be flexed to spread or narrow a little. Sorry, this rack is no longer available |
VO Campeur Front RackThe VO Campeur front rack is designed for touring. This is a heavy-duty rack with integrated low rider platforms.
The top platform features an integrated decaleur (bag quick-release) to make bag removable easy. A U-shaped plug is included for those times when you don't use the decaleur. The Campeur rack is designed to be mounted to canti-brake studs and dropout eyelets. The hardware is included. It fits most bikes with 26", 650b, 700c, and 27" wheels. Construction is all stainless steel tubing with a lovely polished finish. It won't rust like painted steel racks or fatigue and crack like some aluminum racks. Finish: Polished Alloy Material: Stainless Steel Weight: 2 lbs $195.00
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VO Campeur Rear RackThe VO Campeur rear rack is designed for touring. This is a heavy-duty rack with a wrap-around lower rail. The lower rail keeps weight low and allows easy pannier removal, even with the top platform loaded.
It is designed to be mounted to canti-brake studs or rack bosses on the seat stay. The hardware is included. It fits most bikes with 26", 650b, 700c, and 27" wheels. Construction is all stainless steel tubing with a lovely polished finish. It won't rust like painted steel racks or fatigue and crack like some aluminum racks. Finish: Polished Alloy Material: Stainless Steel Weight" 1 lb 7 oz $145.00
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