Originally Posted by
indyfabz
Screwed it in tightly. Fortunately, I had a spare, but not a spare 1/4” spacer, so the rack was a little off, but not enough to affect handling. I now periodically check my rack bolts when on tour.
Do you think that the bolt may not have been properly tightened the first time? With your riding conditions (loaded touring), double-checking things on a regular basis is probably a really good idea. $#!+ happens, and sometimes not at convenient times or locations.