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 2013-07-06 6:36 PM |
Veteran  869    Stevens Point, Wisconsin |  Subject: Rear bottle cagesSorry if this has been posted, I'm sure it has, tried doing a search but came up empty. I am trying to look at putting two additional water cages behind my seat, in addition to the two on my frame. I like something like this, but it says not to use it on a carbon post. FWIW I have a 2013 Trek Madone 5.2. Having a space for my spare bag is also essential. I decided that I needed these extra two bottles after my 75 mile ride today (I did stop for water once). I live in a fairly rural area and finding gas stations can be difficult. I also have a medical condition that prevents me from retaining water effectively (diabetes insipidus). It is treated with medication, but I find that I need to consume quite a bit more water then the average person. I almost bonked on the ride today because of having to ration my water. What are you guys using that have rear bottle cages? I have also read that some of the cages have problems with the bottles flying out. Thanks |
| 2013-07-06 6:40 PM in reply to: Justin86 |
Member 205 | Subject: RE: Rear bottle cages I use the Minoura rear water bottle bracket w/ 2 profile design holsters. I have lost a bottle. Gotta remember to give 'em a shove every now and again. Not the lightest rig but the price is right. |
| 2013-07-06 10:07 PM in reply to: Justin86 |
Member 178 Sioux Falls, SD | Subject: RE: Rear bottle cages XLab makes some great hydration accessories. I have the Super Wing, but they make a bunch of different products. www.xlab-usa.com |
| 2013-07-06 10:11 PM in reply to: Justin86 |
Veteran 294 Mission Viejo, | Subject: RE: Rear bottle cages My Giant Trinity came stock with a rear holder that actually works very well. I use aluminum Zefel cages and have never lost a bottle. Cages are decent on the weight and are cheap. For training rides, third bottle on the seat tube holds flat repair. |
| 2013-07-06 10:17 PM in reply to: buckeyeguy77 |
| 287 | Subject: RE: Rear bottle cages Originally posted by buckeyeguy77 XLab makes some great hydration accessories. I have the Super Wing, but they make a bunch of different products. www.xlab-usa.com +1 You can even wear a hydration carrier around your waist while riding. I do when I go long or over 3 hours. Then there is camelback that has "back" and lumbar models for carrying water/fluid. |
| 2013-07-06 11:19 PM in reply to: Billyk |
Veteran 251 Dallas | Subject: RE: Rear bottle cages Another happy Minoura 2 bottle cage user here. |
| 2013-07-07 12:00 AM in reply to: Batcheldor |
Extreme Veteran 643 , Guam | Subject: RE: Rear bottle cages The Minoura two bottle is what I use also, but I just use two alum bottle holders with my sponsors name on them and use an elastic shoe lace to tie my bottles in the holder. This method has worked for me for years |
| 2013-07-07 12:14 AM in reply to: Justin86 |
Expert 1276 Salem | Subject: RE: Rear bottle cages Originally posted by Justin86 Sorry if this has been posted, I'm sure it has, tried doing a search but came up empty. I am trying to look at putting two additional water cages behind my seat, in addition to the two on my frame. I like something like this, but it says not to use it on a carbon post. FWIW I have a 2013 Trek Madone 5.2. Having a space for my spare bag is also essential. I decided that I needed these extra two bottles after my 75 mile ride today (I did stop for water once). I live in a fairly rural area and finding gas stations can be difficult. I also have a medical condition that prevents me from retaining water effectively (diabetes insipidus). It is treated with medication, but I find that I need to consume quite a bit more water then the average person. I almost bonked on the ride today because of having to ration my water. What are you guys using that have rear bottle cages? I have also read that some of the cages have problems with the bottles flying out. Thanks I have to ask? Is water the only nutrition you use? If so, I'd recommend looking into adding in some calories to your ride per hour. You can use liquid nutrition like infinit or Hammer Products. I have XLab rear cages that attaches to my seat rails; it also comes with a bag. Bottles hold well. |
| 2013-07-07 1:41 AM in reply to: TriGuyBri |
Veteran 869 Stevens Point, Wisconsin | Subject: RE: Rear bottle cages Originally posted by TriGuyBri Originally posted by Justin86 I have to ask? Is water the only nutrition you use? If so, I'd recommend looking into adding in some calories to your ride per hour. You can use liquid nutrition like infinit or Hammer Products. I have XLab rear cages that attaches to my seat rails; it also comes with a bag. Bottles hold well. Sorry if this has been posted, I'm sure it has, tried doing a search but came up empty. I am trying to look at putting two additional water cages behind my seat, in addition to the two on my frame. I like something like this, but it says not to use it on a carbon post. FWIW I have a 2013 Trek Madone 5.2. Having a space for my spare bag is also essential. I decided that I needed these extra two bottles after my 75 mile ride today (I did stop for water once). I live in a fairly rural area and finding gas stations can be difficult. I also have a medical condition that prevents me from retaining water effectively (diabetes insipidus). It is treated with medication, but I find that I need to consume quite a bit more water then the average person. I almost bonked on the ride today because of having to ration my water. What are you guys using that have rear bottle cages? I have also read that some of the cages have problems with the bottles flying out. Thanks No, I do not just use water. I am experimenting with a combo of liquid and gel nutrition. I am narrowing down on a plan that works well for me. I am going to look into the infinit products. I use diluted Gatorade right now, but am curious to see how it would work with me. I'm liking the xlab-usa site. Will have to look at it more in the morning. Thanks for your input all.
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| 2013-07-07 2:12 AM in reply to: Justin86 |
Champion 8766  Evergreen, Colorado | Subject: RE: Rear bottle cages Another option for you...camel back. I cannot use rear bottle cages because they force me too far forward on my seat. So when I train in my extremely rural area I carry a camel back and refill bottles from that (or just drink out of the camel back directly). I can get some LONG rides in with that thing! It's just another option other than rear bottle cages. In fact, I bet you can carry more water with a camel back. No messing with "can't use this on carbon", no ejecting bottles, can still have your saddle bag...the benefits are endless. And then when you take it off for a race you feel light as a feather! :D |
| 2013-07-07 5:24 AM in reply to: Justin86 |
Expert 1068 , District of Columbia | Subject: RE: Rear bottle cages X Lab attached to the seat is my choice, too. Unless it's a long ride, I never use the one attached to the bike frame. |
| 2013-07-07 6:44 AM in reply to: prof40 |
Master 1770 Bedford, MA | Subject: RE: Rear bottle cages I like my Profile Design rear 2-bottle holder - quite secure and much cheaper than x-lab. |
| 2013-07-07 7:03 AM in reply to: jldicarlo |
| Member 326 | Subject: RE: Rear bottle cages Originally posted by jldicarlo Another option for you...camel back. I cannot use rear bottle cages because they force me too far forward on my seat. So when I train in my extremely rural area I carry a camel back and refill bottles from that (or just drink out of the camel back directly). I can get some LONG rides in with that thing! It's just another option other than rear bottle cages. In fact, I bet you can carry more water with a camel back. No messing with "can't use this on carbon", no ejecting bottles, can still have your saddle bag...the benefits are endless. And then when you take it off for a race you feel light as a feather! :D I was going to suggest the same thing, especially if you don't want the bike loaded up with crap. |
| 2013-07-07 7:31 AM in reply to: Justin86 |
Member 63 | Subject: RE: Rear bottle cages The website says can't be used with CARBON SADDLE RAILS not carbon seat post. |
| 2013-07-07 10:39 AM in reply to: djmtrier |
| 643 | Subject: RE: Rear bottle cages I have the Xlab Super Wing. Was more expensive than what people posted here. I looked and it was the only thing I could find at the time. It looks out well for me except I lost a few bottles before. Make sure you press them down when you go over bumpy surfaces (e.g. walking bridges). It attaches to the seat rail and not the seat post. |
| 2013-07-07 7:14 PM in reply to: natethomas2000 |
Extreme Veteran 386 Findlay | Subject: RE: Rear bottle cages Originally posted by natethomas2000 I like my Profile Design rear 2-bottle holder - quite secure and much cheaper than x-lab. Same here and the have two options one which attaches to seatpost and another that attaches to the seat rails...plus you can get an adapter that holds your CO2 canisters. |
| 2013-07-07 7:24 PM in reply to: mdougc |
Master 1222 Lafayette, IN | Subject: RE: Rear bottle cages Originally posted by mdougc Originally posted by natethomas2000 I like my Profile Design rear 2-bottle holder - quite secure and much cheaper than x-lab. Same here and the have two options one which attaches to seatpost and another that attaches to the seat rails...plus you can get an adapter that holds your CO2 canisters. +2. I also have this. Never launched a bottle even when I launched one out of my frame cage. They work great. For IM , I strapped an extra tube/tire, Co2 cartridges and filler to it. |
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