I want to attach a front carrier, but I only want to attach pannier bags, and I don't need a top plate. The luggage I'll be carrying is heavy, and I want to make the carrier as light as possible to make the bike lighter. For those people, the SALSA "DOWN UNDER RACK" is recommended. It's a rack just for attaching panniers, so it has fewer pipes and is lightweight. And as the name suggests, it attaches to the lower part of the front fork, so it's very stable when loaded! It's a great option when you need more than just a rear rack!! There are some attachment marks, but there are no problems with use. It was used for less than six months and is in good condition. This is the aluminum type. It's lighter than chromoly and easier to use for things like transporting by train. All the small parts needed for installation are included. Weight capacity: 15kg