Front and rear racks are handy, but we’ve been waiting for someone to release a truly game-changing way for bikepackers to carry their gear. The new Revelate Designs Mega Rack disrupts the bikepacking world with patented Dynamic Torsional Steering Damping and much more. Prepare to have your mind blown here…
Revelate Designs has been designing bikepacking gear longer than most, so it’s no surprise to see the Alaska-based bag makers expanding their product lineup to include racks. The Revelate Designs Mega Rack is like nothing we’ve seen before, using never-before-seen 3D Lofted CargoFlex Geometry™ for the most carrying capacity we’ve ever seen from a rear or front rack.
Here’s what Revelate Designs has to say about the Mega Rack: “For years, bikepacking racks have remained stuck in the past. Riders have been forced to accept cargo positioned dangerously close to the ground, vulnerable to mud, trail obstacles, and conventional thinking. The Mega Rack changes all of that. With its imposing stance, advanced physio-spatial cargo positioning, precision-engineered lateral compliance, and suspension-compatible thru-axle mounting, the Mega Rack elevates cargo to a safe distance from ground-based hazards while delivering Revelate Designs’ patented Dynamic Torsional Steering Damping™ (DTSD).”
Mega Rack Features
Dynamic Torsional Steering Damping (DTSD) – Tuned lateral compliance enhances steering feel through carefully engineered cargo oscillation. Ride hands-free for hours.
3D Lofted CargoFlex Geometry – Positions cargo high above the bike for improved physio-spatial load distribution.
Increased Ground Clearance – Keeps cargo clean and safe away from rocks, roots, cow pies, and other ground-based obstacles.
Suspension Compatible – Built-in pivoting thru-axle mounting
Roll Bar Capability – Elevated structure helps protect both rider and bike in the event of a crash.
Complete System – Compatible with Revelate Tunnel Tent and Airbag Kit.
“The world has been waiting for a rack from Revelate, and we’re proud to deliver with the innovation that we’re known for. We wanted to create something that completely redefines a rack and where cargo is carried,” says Eric Parsons, Designer and founder of Revelate Designs. “The Mega Rack unifies front to rear load carry, elevates load placement, suspension compatibility, and negligible weight tradeoffs into one complete system. We think it represents the future of bikepacking while bringing significant safety benefits.”
While Revelate Designs refused to answer our questions, we can’t see a reason why the Mega Rack wouldn’t be compatible with baby carriers, dog carriers, and super boost dynamo hubs. The Mega Rack is made from NEMA-certified steel tubing, weighs 5,500 grams, and Revelate Designs says air resistance was ignored for simplicity. The Mega Rack will be available wherever highly questionable bikepacking innovations are sold.
Learn more at RevelateDesigns.com.
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