Bikepacking setup MTB Full Suspension

I had to make my own top rear rack so that my dropper seat post and suspension still works. I started with a 30 lbs. MTB ended up with over 60 lbs. fully loaded.
About me:
I am Jurgen Beneke, a 51 year old Bicycle nut, dog fanatic and recovering raceaholic. Former MTB World Cup winner, X-Games Winner and National Champion. Owner and operator at www.dahanger.co

[@georgeleakos8376]

Nice! I love diy solutions. I mounted my Aeroe cradle on my front suspension arch using an aluminum mount which I fabricated. Pretty solid.

[@cyclingskills]

nice, I ended up getting metal loops to mount the front cradle. They make a good product, but you can always make it better :)

[@Emergenttheory]

Thanks for sharing all your good ideas.

[@randallgd]

Looks like a solid set up. Happy Trails!

[@cyclingskills]

Thanks. Maybe making the rear top rack out of plastic would be better?

[@danandkiko]

Great video. I was just thinking this week about how to use my full suspension carbon bike in a similar way. This helps a lot.

[@cyclingskills]

Glad I could help! Here is full review of the rack ua-cam.com/video/CL1hBKTkNU0/v-deo.htmlsi=ypcAkw7JLcX4F7la

[@damianrandall6889]

Make the same support but use a chopping board instead of wood

[@adrienami8958]

Bikepacking level hard bro!

[@cyclingskills]

You know it! 😜

[@mfranquemont1884]

Now that you completed the trail, are there items you would have left behind, and/ or things you would have done different?
Thank you for posting. What a crazy route, with closures everywhere!
You mentioned bike loaded/unloaded weight; but how much weight did you put on your back?
Will you carry tube/boot next time?
Consider doing a detailed breakdown on gear, location, weight, and maybe cost (of bike, gear, food, bags, campsites, hotels, snacks, etc.)
Looks like an adventure! What’s next; Colorado trail!?

[@cyclingskills]

thank you for the feedback. Those are all great questions and I will make video about this topic very soon. Btw. I had a tube and duct tape and sealer, but that cut was soooooo big. No chance of fixing it and finishing the rest (150 miles)

[@jaron808]

any reason why I should go for aero rack over old man for a full suspension bike? for me, it's being able to take the rear wheel off with a QR thru axle...I do that in public when I don't want someone to ride away with my bike.

[@cyclingskills]

I can't speak about the Old Man racks since I have never tried one, but they also seem like a good option.

[@azizuladnan2389]

Hi Jurgen. Love the innovation. Two questions.
1. Could you have flipped the rail so that the hoop portion faced backwards?
2. What saddle is that?
Great channel. I am subscribed. Never thought I’d find a former DH world champion bikepacking! 😊

[@hammertime7740]

cool set up. I prefer Bikepacking on my full squish. easier on the body during long rides. Arizona trail sounds incredible

[@Emtbtoday]

What's your sag set up now then?

[@gregjr63]

What bike do you have?

[@natalia_arad]

Frumos

[@cezargonzalez5953]

What is the frame bag called? Thanks you!!!

[@cyclingskills]

It’s a Moosepack bag. (custom made)

[@viggoj.v.4242]

brilliantly practical, enjoy!

[@cyclingskills]

Thank you 🙏