Bicycles Asked by American Luke on December 9, 2020
I’m planning on getting a bottle cage for my bike, but my bike does not have the standard mount screws for one. As I understand it, there are two types of cages: bolted cages and clamped cages. I’d prefer a bolted cage because they are cheaper ($5ish vs. $10ish).
Is it possible to drill holes directly into the frame for the bolts (I do have a good bit of experience working with aluminum)? Are there any other alternative methods for attachment, or would I be better off with the clamp cage?
Clamps are easy and reversible - causing little or no damage to tubing (metal jubilee clips might scratch paintwork, but there are plastic versions which work well)
I'm loath to drill holes in perfectly good tubing - I also would be worried about metal shavings falling to the bottom of the tube and causing problems in a bearing race.
Correct answer by Rory Alsop on December 9, 2020
Yes, it is possible to install a set of water bottle "braze-ons" on a frame which was not originally supplied with them.
It requires a very specific set of tools and parts.
The video below shows how a Rivnut works.
The second video wexpolains how to install a set in a bicycle frame.
Answered by zenbike on December 9, 2020
Nylon zip ties. No tools required, no holes to drill and easily reversible.....you can even get 'em in colors.
Answered by Brian on December 9, 2020
Hose clamps work. Might put a piece of foam to stop the cage from rattling.
Answered by user50985 on December 9, 2020
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