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Novara Deluxe Rack Trunk

Novara Deluxe Rack Trunk

Item # 733835
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Our Novara® Deluxe Rack Trunk features on-the-fly expansion that adds 200 cubic inches of storage space.

  • Tough nylon/polyester with a polyurethane coating makes this a durable and water-resistant bag
  • Unique horizontal expansion automatically expands as needed; no need to unzip anything
  • Integrated rain cover is hidden in the top expansion panel
  • Main compartment is padded to protect contents
  • Two outer pockets help organize and keep gear handy; features a tethered key clip
  • Compression straps with buckles stabilize load

Imported.

Item 733835

Novara Deluxe Rack Trunk Specs

Specification

Description

Average weight16 ounces
MaterialBallistic nylon
Dimensions12.5 x 5 x 6.5 inches
Volume450 (expands to 650) cubic inches

Novara Deluxe Rack Trunk Customer Reviews

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Novara Deluxe Rack Trunk
 
3.3

(based on 6 reviews)

67%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (4)
  • Durable (3)
  • Versatile (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • City biking (3)
    • Commuting (3)
    • Road biking (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual adventurer (3)
    • Primary use:
    • Personal (3)

    Reviewed by 6 customers

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    Sep

    12

    2007

    (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Great basic trunk

    By gearjunky

    from Orange County, CA

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Lightweight
    • Versatile

    Cons

    • Inconvenient attachments

    Best Uses

    • City Biking
    • Mountain Biking
    • Road Biking

    Comments about Novara Deluxe Rack Trunk:

    I have the older, boxier model.

    It's permanently on my bike at all times because of the great convenience for holding things and also because it's a pain to get it on and off with the velcro strap attachments.

    There are a lot of mesh pockets inside that organize well and the vertical expansion which includes cinch straps is great for things like when you're stop by the store on the way home from a ride and don't have panniers to hold groceries, etc. This actually holds a half bag of groceries in its flexible body.

    The only downside is the velcro attachments. It's a challenge to get on and off when needed.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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    Sep

    11

    2007

    (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Lives up to the hype!

    By Kelley Hikes and Bikes

    from Ogden, Utah

    About Me Casual/ Recreational, Weekend Warrior

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Lightweight
    • Versatile

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • City Biking
      • Road Biking

      Comments about Novara Deluxe Rack Trunk:

      This works great on my commute even though I don't ride a Novara cycle to work. It holds my work clothes and all my essentials without bursting at the seams. The only drawback is the velcro straps aren't quite long enough to fit the back of my rack so I had to jury rig with bungees, but the trunk rack still holds steady over the rough patches in the road!

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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      Sep

      5

      2007

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Useful Storage

      By Gerry T

      from Cranston, RI

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Versatile

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • City Biking
        • Road Biking

        Comments about Novara Deluxe Rack Trunk:

        This bag provides a lot of storage room. Twin zipper main opening provides easy access. Outside open pocket is handy for carying spare water bottle. Bag attaches to rack easily and securely.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jul

        10

        2008

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Decent Rack Trunk

        By econnofoot

        from Upstate S.C.

        Pros

        • Adjustable
        • Lightweight
        • Rugged

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • City Bikes
          • Commuting

          Comments about Novara Deluxe Rack Trunk:

          Owned this item for about 2 years now, where it stays essentially on my commuter bike fulltime mounted on one of the older Blackburn Mtn Racks, which seems to suit this bag pretty well . The Velcro attatchment can be kinda a pain to mess with frequently but once I have it mounted it stays.

          Mostly used to tote a few tools my rain gear, a spare tube and a cable for extra security locking when i need it. Time to time I'll strap the U-lock to the top as well. With both rain pants and jacket and all the rest it compresses pretty well and reamains stable.

          • Primary use:
          • Personal

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Aug

          23

          2008

           
          1.0

          Needs Super Glue to Stay on Bike Rack

          By bokeh

          from Babylon

          About Me Artist, Nurseryman

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Lightweight
          • Lots of Storage

          Cons

          • Unstable

          Best Uses

          • Commuting

          Comments about Novara Deluxe Rack Trunk:

          OK, bag looks nice, small, lightweight, and I did not want to switch out my old rack for a modular set up. But this bag has two (too short) velcro straps to hold it on the rack. Fell off three times on my first ride to work, even when attached it was not secure enough to prevent movement.

          • Primary use:
          • Personal

          Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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          Jul

          26

          2008

           
          3.0

          Hits the mark, mostly

          By leucadian

          from Encinitas, CA

          About Me Avid Traveler

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Adjustable
          • Lots of Storage

          Cons

          • Wears Easily

          Best Uses

          • City Bikes
          • Commuting
          • Road Bikes

          Comments about Novara Deluxe Rack Trunk:

          Mostly quality construction. Nice built in rain cover. Expandable interior. Nice internal side pockets to keep gear in place.
          External pockets are very slim and only appropriate for very small items. Top compression straps attach to main body with flimsy artificial leather-like material that tears very easily rendering the bag inoperable after only short use.

          • Primary use:
          • Personal

          Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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