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Tailfin T1 Carbon Rack - Initial Review

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Purchased a TAILFIN T1 carbon rack to use on my commutes and tours. First thing I have to say is....wow! This thing looks sleek, and simple. Quality and feel are very nice as well. But how well does it work? Step 1: Unboxing Package shipped out quickly from the U.K after purchase. Took about 1.5 weeks to get to me in California. Adequate protection in the box. Packaged very nicely. Inside the brown tubes are the booster bars to accomodate non-Tailfin panniers. The above mentioned booster bars. Easy to attach with just a 4mm key. The Tailfin itself. Comes with a removable fender. Very neat!  Possibly the most important piece...the axle. The rack attaches to this specially designed quick release. Thru axle versions are available as well. Step 2: Install Installation is quick and painless. Just change your axle (quick release or thru) and mount the rack on it. Super simple installation. After connecting to the quick release, the aluminum bar attaches to