igus® iglide® bearings X QuikrStuff US Bike Tour Brian Wachs

The second stop on the U.S. leg of the igus®:bike tour saw our riders trek across the sunny state of Colorado! They soaked up the scenic countryside before rolling right into our next customer visit: QuikrStuff in Grand Junction, CO.

Much like our first customer visit, our second stayed on the theme of bicycle production. QuikrStuff is the brilliant manufacturer behind the Quikr bike rack, a truly innovative carrier designed to be easier to use, lighter, and frankly, last longer than almost any other rack on the market. It’s the kind of gear that makes loading up for a weekend ride feel like a breeze instead of a wrestling match.

So, where does igus® fit into this genius design? Our trusty iglide® R and Q2 bearings and washers are the unsung heroes used in the critical pivot points of the Quikr rack. Why? Because they’re tough! Their exceptional resistance to wear, dirt, and dust makes them invaluable when this rack is inevitably facing harsh outdoor conditions. They keep things moving smoothly, even when the road (and the weather) gets rough.

Our visit with QuikrStuff was not only productive, but it also gave us a chance to reflect on the impact igus® has across the entire bike industry. But with one final customer visit to make during the week, it’s time to hop back on the road again as our riders make their way northwest to Kaysville, Utah!

And yes, in a hilariously on-brand twist, one of our riders, Chris Sandven, is actually using his personal Quikr bike rack to haul the igus®:bike on his car — proving that when it comes to long-lasting, smooth-moving bike gear, QuikrStuff and igus® are literally carrying the team!