Abstract: The framework of a parcel carrier for bicycles is fashioned from lightweight metal rods of plain round section. The framework has a rectangular top frame-formed of two lateral members, a forward transverse member and a rear transverse member, and, extending downward and convergently from the forward and rear ends of the lateral members, respective pairs of forward members and rear members connected to one another at the bottom ends thereof and securable to the usual bottom anchorages afforded by a bicycle frame. The rectangular top frame is the peripheral member of a shelf which incorporates two further members within the top frame. These members are secured at their forwardmost ends to the middle of the forward transverse member, which coincides with the top anchorage and extend rearwards symmetrically and divergently to terminate at rear ends positioned adjacent and secured to the rear ends of-the lateral members.