Bikepacking.com Reviews the Relentless Mule Rack — What They Found After Months of Real-World Testing
We’re thrilled to share that Bikepacking.com — the leading publication for all things bikepacking — recently published an in-depth review of the Relentless Mule Rack.
Neil put the rack through months of real-world testing across different bikes, terrain, and load configurations, and the result is one of the most thoughtful and balanced independent reviews we’ve seen.
Neil did an excellent job of covering both the strengths and limitations of the Mule Rack, and what those mean if you’re considering it for your own bikepacking setup. It’s a genuinely well-put-together piece, and if you’re on the fence, we highly recommend reading or watching the full review. Below is a short summary of their key takeaways.
What They Liked
Strong and durable — The rack uses a unique, weld-free construction designed to eliminate common failure points seen in traditional racks.
Easy installation without cutting arms — They highlighted how easy it is to “dry-fit” the rack without needing to cut struts, and how the built-in slots and holes make compatible mounting straightforward.
No wiggle under load — Once tightened down, the rack felt extremely solid with no perceptible movement under load. This is especially nice if you’ve been frustrated by seat bag “wag.”
Lots of mounting options — The multiple mounting points accommodate a wide range of bags, cages, and small panniers.
Considerations & Tradeoffs
Heavier than minimalist systems — At ~948 g with hardware, it’s not the lightest rack out there.
Price reflects small-batch production — At around $234 USD, the price reflects small-scale U.S. manufacturing and material costs.
Doesn’t pack flat for travel — Some racks can fold flat or significantly reduce in size for travel, while the Mule Rack maintains roughly the same footprint.
If you’re a rider who values durability, flexibility, and confidence when hauling gear on rough terrain, the Mule Rack is likely a great fit.
We’re excited and honored by Bikepacking.com’s honest and thoughtful review. It’s clear they put real miles on the rack and appreciated its solid feel and versatility.