Seasucker TALON 1 vacuum carrier for 1 bicycle

Unconventional and universal - Talon!
NEW for 2019 is the universal HUSKE fork holder, which can be equipped with a set of end adapters corresponding to the required type of wheel attachment.
By default, the Seasucker racks are supplied with a 9mm quick release, but you can exchange this for the type of your choice (select a variant from the menu above), or if you own different types of bikes, write in a message and the required types of adapters will be sent to you.

9 mm x 100 mm QR - (quick connector)
12 mm x 100 mm Fixed axle (12 mm Throu Axle)
15mm x 100mm Solid Axle (15mm Thru-Axle)
15mm x 110mm BOOST Thru-Axle BOOST
TALON is a highly versatile, unconventional type of carrier that uses high performance vacuum suction technology
It will enable car owners to place and transport a bicycle anywhere on the car body - simply and stylishly
You don't need any other carriers, crossbars, etc. An ideal solution for owners of sports cars and all vehicles where the installation of additional carriers is not required.
They absolutely excel in adhesion to metal (steel - bodywork), plastics and fiberglass car surfaces.
The design of the vacuum suction cups is designed as a super fast and especially durable solution. 1 suction cup can withstand a pull of up to 90 Kg!!
The suction cups are made of polyethylene (HDPE), which is highly strong and durable, but at the same time soft enough to follow the rounded curves of the body.
Seasucker carriers do not leave scratches on the bodywork, they are resistant to UV radiation and the effects of the weather.
Designed for placement on the roof or windshield of a car to reduce the aerodynamic resistance of the transported bicycle.
A high-strength fork mount with a wide release range makes it easy to mount the front fork without having to tighten the bolt on the other side every time.
Important: This is an original Seasucker product, manufactured in the USA at the company's headquarters from high-quality and proven materials, which, unlike cheaper imitations available on the market, are important for the life and durability of the product. The package includes a replacement suction cup and practical accessories that will also enhance the functionality of the product and bring benefits to the owner for many years.

What is Seasucker?
SeaSucker carriers are manufactured by the company of the same name based in Florida. The name itself is a synonym for the sea octopus, or more precisely for its sucker-covered arms. And it is this system of vacuum suction cups that creates a surprisingly simple, intuitive and at the same time incredibly durable attachment directly to the car body. Here it is important to note how the manufacturer explains that the system uses vacuum (vacuum) and not suction cups. And that there is a fundamental difference, I myself was convinced after my own search on the web.

According to www.deltakits.com, Vacuum Cup Lesson 101, suction cups are round shaped objects made of rubber, silicone and similar soft substances that can be applied to non-porous surfaces. Water or air will create a vacuum in the suction cup and the so-called partial vacuum. Vacuum suction cups are typically also made of rubber, silicone or soft materials, but unlike suction cups, they include a lever, button, or pump, with the help of which the central part of the suction cup is separated from the surface by creating a vacuum that securely holds the outer edges of the suction cup on the applied surface. Vacuum suction cups are generally more flat, i.e. that they are more in contact with the surface of the material. The result is a safer and more durable "grip" with minimal pressure build-up, regardless of the size of the suction cups. So the way my lay brain sees it, vacuum suction cups will create a much more durable hold.

SeaSucker carriers bring many opportunities to cyclists. The installation is so simple and the individual parts compact and light that riding with these carriers is a real pleasure. The decision whether to leave the carrier in the car or to store it in the trunk in a matter of seconds is up to you. If, in spite of everything, you are skeptical of Seasucker carriers (believe me, I was too for the first few hours...), the fact that names from the pro peloton like Z. Štybar or M. Cavendish have entrusted their valuable carriers to them could convince you. who use this carrier. The limitation of these carriers is the fact that the carriers cannot be locked to the car. However, based on their compactness and the super-fast possibility of removing the carrier (actually one button on each suction cup, which immediately releases the attachment...) this should not have a fundamental negative effect on the functionality of the product.

It is also necessary to know that the vacuum in the suction cups must be "pumped up" from time to time. But again, it's not a real limitation, as the indicator on the pump will show you when it's needed (in real life I refilled the vacuum every other day). In any case, the SeaSucker is a very unique and useful carrier. I use a carrier (Talon), which I always keep in my car and on hand when I need it. It is exceptional for its simplicity and timelessness, but also for its price, which is not low. However, if you deduct from the purchase price of the Seasucker carrier the price of the car accessories you need to install standard roof racks (including the racks themselves), the final price for this unconventional solution may not be so threatening. So the Seasucker should definitely be at the top of your list when choosing a bike rack.

Package contents:
Talon 1 - bike vacuum carrier with fork holder for 9 mm axle
Rear wheel holder with safety latch
5 g tube with lubricant for suction cup maintenance
Spare washer and pump

If necessary, you can purchase a revolutionary adapter for attaching the Seasucker HOGG front wheel to this carrier. The adapter was created as a solution for our premium Seasucker Komodo carrier, but it can be used with any of our carriers, including the Talon bike carrier. The Hogg is supplied as a wheel axle mount with a quick release lever. The adapter includes a screw with external threads, which you replace with a standard screw on the right side of the rear wheel axle. It is then possible to simply insert the front wheel into the hole of the Hogg adapter and tighten quickly with the lever. If you want to use the Hogg with more than one bike, it is possible to purchase only one more - extra screw at this link. Supplied with a tape to secure the wheel against unwanted rotation.