In their latest video, Norita solves small-frame packing woes with a sleek rear rack built from carbon tubes and 3D-printed metal joints—coming in around 350g and load-tested with ~5kg on gravel. A smart proof-of-concept that shows what’s possible when 3D printing meets garage ingenuity…

In this DIY build video, Norita tackles a small-frame packing problem—limited triangle space and minimal tire-to-saddle clearance—by designing an ultralight rear rack made from carbon tubes and 3D-printed metal junctions. Printed by JLC3DP, the metal parts pair with cut-to-length carbon pipe, then get cleaned, painted, and bonded to form a slim, minimalist structure that tips the scales at roughly 346–350g fully assembled (well under their original ~500g target). After bolting it up, Norita load-tests the rack with ~5kg on local gravel. It’s an interesting take on a rear rack, showing what’s possible with 3D printing and carbon tubing.

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