Tired of Your Frustrating and Heavy Bike Rack?
Discover the Bike Rack You've Been Waiting For
If you're an avid cyclist, you know that transporting your bike can be almost as challenging as the ride itself. The joy of cycling often gets overshadowed by the hassle of dealing with cumbersome, heavy, and frustrating bike racks. Whether you're struggling to lift it onto your vehicle, wrestling with awkward installation, or constantly fighting for access to your trunk, traditional bike racks can turn a simple task into a major headache.
But what if there was a way to eliminate these frustrations and make transporting your bike as enjoyable as the ride itself?
The Problem with Traditional Bike Racks
While functional, traditional bike racks come with many issues that many cyclists have accepted as part of the deal. Let's break down some of the common problems:
Weight
Many bike racks are bulky, heavy, and awkward, making them difficult to install, remove, or even carry from your garage to your car. This can be particularly frustrating if you need to remove the rack frequently. (Most bike racks weigh between 35-70 lb!)
Complex Installation
The installation process for many bike racks can be complicated and time-consuming. It often requires tools and multiple adjustments to ensure your bike is secure.
Storage Challenges
When you're not using your bike rack, where do you put it? Traditional racks are large and awkwardly shaped, taking up valuable space in your garage or apartment. We even know someone who stores their bike rack on their outdoor balcony!
Vehicle Access and Parking
Even when you aren’t transporting bikes, you still feel the effects of a large bike rack. Need to access your trunk? Good luck. Many bike racks block access to your vehicle's rear, making loading and unloading other gear a hassle. Not to mention that your rear camera and sensors are obscured when reversing or parking, which makes you more likely to damage your vehicle or someone else's car (forget about parallel parking in a city!).
Aerodynamics and Fuel Efficiency
Bulky bike racks can affect your vehicle's aerodynamics, which reduces fuel efficiency and increases costs over time. People who leave bike racks on their vehicles year-round see reductions in MPG by 2-3% (without bikes installed), which costs an extra $50/year in fuel ($200/year for roof racks!).
These pain points can make cycling trips feel like more trouble than they're worth, but it doesn't have to be this way.
Introducing the Dragonfly Rack
Enter the Dragonfly Rack—a revolutionary bike rack designed to solve all these common problems and more. Here's why it stands out:
Ultra-Lightweight Design
To prove how light the Dragonfly Rack really is, our CEO Teo Fleming ran the entire San Francisco marathon with it on his back (all 26.2 miles!!!) in a time of 5:55:00. Weighing just 12 lbs, the Dragonfly Rack is significantly lighter than traditional options. This makes it easy to install and remove within seconds. You can even carry it with one hand. Say goodbye to the struggle of lifting a heavy, awkward rack onto your vehicle.
Teo running across the Golden Gate bridge during the 2024 SF-Marathon
Dasha holding Dragonfly Rack with one hand
Compact and Portable
The Dragonfly Rack's minimalist design allows it to be easily stored when not in use. It folds down to a compact size that fits comfortably in your trunk, garage, or even a closet. No more sacrificing space or tripping over a bulky rack. We’ve even flown domestically with it inside our luggage!
Dragonfly Rack fully assembled in a closet for scale
Dragonfly Rack in a checked bag while packing for a flight
Quick and Easy Installation
The Dragonfly Rack is designed for simplicity. It installs in seconds, with no tools required. Whether you're heading out for a quick ride or a weekend getaway, you can get on the road faster without the frustration of complicated setups.
No Interference with Vehicle Access
With the Dragonfly Rack, you can easily access your trunk or rear hatch without removing the rack. Its innovative design ensures that your bike is secure while still allowing full access to your vehicle.
Dragonfly Rack can tilt 45º (with bikes installed) to maintain easy access to your hatch or trunk.
Aerodynamic Efficiency
The Dragonfly Rack's sleek design minimizes wind resistance, and weight, helping to maintain your vehicle's fuel efficiency. And since Dragonfly Rack is designed to be easily removed from your vehicle when not in use there is no penalty for when you aren’t transporting a bike! This not only saves you $50/year in gas. But also reduces your environmental impact.
Dragonfly Rack in Clarks garage.
Ready to Ditch Your Frustrating and Heavy Bike Rack?
If you're tired of dealing with the challenges of a traditional bike rack, it's time to upgrade to the Dragonfly Rack. It's more than just a bike rack—it's a solution that enhances your cycling experience, making it easier, faster, and more enjoyable to get on the road.
Don’t let your bike rack hold you back. Discover the freedom and convenience of the Dragonfly Rack today and transform the way you transport your bike. We are launching on Kickstarter: winter 2024