The “Rod Steward” is a bag support designed around the Ron’s Bikes fab’s chest. The 11” crossbar fits a small chest and the 14” crossbar fits a large. You’ll receive a cnc machined and engraved bent rod, a crossbar, two mounting clips, and all the hardware you need to attach them to your bike and bag. Read on below for compatibility.
Material: 6061 aluminum Finish: anodized silver or black Weight: 220g including Hardware
Installation and Sizing One size fits most. The width isnon-adjustable and is optimized for mid-blade mounts on wide-clearance steel forks, where the braze-on to braze-on distance is right around 5 inches. Spacers are available to suit slightly narrower forks. It may also work on some mid-seatstay braze-ons, but the optimal application is at a 30-45˚ angle as shown in photos and install guide. It is designed for multi-surface riding on rigid bicycle forks. Applications where the provided nylok nuts are not or cannot be used to secure the mounting bolts, such as unreinforced mounting points on carbon forks, are not advised. Always refer to your frame or fork manufacturer for compatibility questions.
Tools You will need at least a 4mm hex wrench and 8mm open-end wrench to complete installation, but you may also want a way to trim the 3/8” rod to suit your bicycle once you’ve determined the optimal height. A hacksaw and a file will do just fine if you work carefully. Please read installation guide linked above before purchase.
Accessories See the compatible light mount for dynamo headlights
Manufacturer Information Shovel Research 4724 NE 78th Ave Portland, OR 97218, USA sal@shovelresearch.com
