Customer Reviews

Wald 135 Front Grocery Bicycle Basket (14.5 x 9.5 x 9, Silver)

5 star:		(45)
4 star:		(19)
3 star:		(6)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

The basket is good quality, strong and durable. It is smaller than we thought, therefore it does not hold as much. Also, the brackets to connect it to the wheels for more stability were not long enough to attach to the wheels of the beach cruiser we bought it for.

The basket is good and sturdy but the support struts were too shor for 2 bikes and I had to "jurry rig" extentions.

The product is fine. It did not fit my bicycle. After two emails, two phone calls and emails to Amazon, I have yet to get a return authorization that you must send with the returned item ( or they send it back ). This is not the customer service I would expect from companies that partner with Amazon. Do not buy from this company if you are not quite sure it is exactly what you want.

I purchased this rack to add some utility to my English cruiser and was able to get it installed quickly and easily. However, once I started riding with it, I found that the strut length and basket height did not agree with my particular bike setup. Because of the length of the struts, I had to angle the handlebar clamps up (rather than down, as they are designed to work)to level the basket.

Because of this, I found initially that the basket would fall down in the back as I rode, so that the rear of the basket was lower than the front, no matter how hard I tightened the clamps.

The solution was simple - I put it in the level position and used zip ties to hold it in the upright position.

Once that little fit issue was solved, the basket worked great for all around utility and grocery runs. It was a little disconcerting the first time with a heavy load in it, but after a few minutes, found that I was used to the change in feel.

The basket is very well made and rattle free, and the silver color looked great with my old bike. For the money, there's nothing that even comes close. I've used quick release shopping baskets before, on different bikes, and found that this design rattles far less and hold more, all while looking far better.

After a while, though, I discovered one other unforeseen fit issue, which I can't resolve: because of the height of the basket and the set up of my bike, I can't mount a light. There's no room below for a brake bolt mount, and the top of the basket is taller than my bars, so I can't mount it on the handlebar. As a result, I'll be getting a shallower version of this same basket, so I can keep on trucking, but with a light so I don't get run over.

I bought this basket for my mountain bike, wanting something less bulky than the "quick release" baskets. It's less bulky, and still holds quite a bit (of course not as much as a basket for the back!), but the legs that came with it can't be used with quick release front tires, which wasn't mentioned in the product description, and if it was, it's pretty hidden! you can buy special attachments at "your local bike shop" - so say the instructions, but i haven't bothered - part of the reason I bought it was because it was inexpensive. But even without the legs, it functions just fine, probably a little rattlier than it would have been with them, but it doesn't fall on the tire or anything.

Overall, I'm a little disappointed, but with the selection I've seen, I'd honestly still buy this one again.

I received 2 of these for my hybrid bicycles.Let me start by saying I was a little sceptical about how they would fit.As I opened the box I was pleasently surprised with the quality of these baskets.I read thru the instructions a couple of times before touching any tools.It took about 15 leisurely minutes to assemble and install each basket.They fit like they were custom made for my bikes.I can hardly wait to take my first trip to the grocery store!My hats off to WALDS for making such beautiful,functional products.....Right here in America!!!!!!

I just received this product. It is sturdy and should suffice; attaching leg struts to basket was quick and simple, and the handlebar brackets are just fine. The problem is that nowhere in the description does it specify that it only works for a particular type of front wheel hub. There is no warning about not fitting a "quick-release" assembly, or requiring a different type of hardware for that. Either make it clear that the basket will not work for certain types of front wheel assemblies, OR be kind enough to supply the alternative hardware and alternative instructions. A couple brackets, a couple screws, and another 2 paragraphs of instructions could not cost more than fifty cents, and would go a long way toward making your product suitable for more people.

This is the 3rd time I've purchased this basket for 3 different bikes. I can tell you it is the best and I would never ever buy another. It is deep and wide enough for my huge book bag and plenty of room for some grocerys.

Not overly heavy duty, but strong enough to carry most bicycling basics and a decent amount of groceries. Very simple to install. I like the handle bar mounting system. It keeps the basket from wobbling and doesn't let the basket scratch the paint on the frame.

Just got this today (May 2, 2011) and put it on my motorized bicycle to be able to go grocery shopping. Installation on my Schwinn 26" beach cruiser was a no brainer. Was concerned the ends of the front forks would not be usable for the handles...but the round part of the tube does not get in the way of attachment to the axle.

The only reason I gave four stars...rather than five is that the screws they provide are the cheapest Phillips head screws they could find to attach the basket to the handlebars. This means you will not be able to tighten them down enough to keep the basket stationary. Because of this...went to the local hardware store and got some Grade 8 "Allen-head" bolts and tightened them down. Other than this...looks and rides great. Also allows me to run my speedometer and light without interference.

Other than the bolt issue...I love it!