Is this a problem?

[goldfinch]

I have the same problem with trunk bags, even on a standard rack, not enough clearance with the seat. I did what you did in the second picture, turned the bag around. Plus, the other way it would touch my rear end and drive me nuts. The only thing that was a problem was I no longer could hang a light off the bag. I got a mount so I could attach it to my rack.

[Catrin]

As far as the light is concerned, I always use a hydration pack so I could put it on the back... Considering how often I have to stop for lights on the commuting route, I may consider just using bottles for the work trip though but we will see. I just don't drink enough without the pack - I can't use the bottle while riding and really don't want to learn

I think both of my tail-lights will attach to the rack without anything extra... I KNOW one will, unsure about how secure the other is.

[WindingRoad]

Are you absolutely sure you want to use that type of rack? I still think a traditional style on would fit a lot better and you wouldn't have the bag not really sitting where it's supposed to. It seriously isn't a big deal to install the other kind, I can help you with it.

As far as the light is concerned, I always use a hydration pack so I could put it on the back... Considering how often I have to stop for lights on the commuting route, I may consider just using bottles for the work trip though but we will see. I just don't drink enough without the pack - I can't use the bottle while riding and really don't want to learn

I think both of my tail-lights will attach to the rack without anything extra... I KNOW one will, unsure about how secure the other is.

[Catrin]

Are you absolutely sure you want to use that type of rack? I still think a traditional style on would fit a lot better and you wouldn't have the bag not really sitting where it's supposed to. It seriously isn't a big deal to install the other kind, I can help you with it.

Thanks for the offer WR, but I've already spent the money on this one I will make it work for now and should I stick with this and work on getting a dedicated commuter next winter then I will get another style of rack then.