Portland Design Works Rattlesnek Kej Water Bottle Cage

The Rattlesnek Kej is specifically designed as a right-side entry cage. While it is optimized for right-handed retrieval, left-handed riders can use it, though it may feel less intuitive depending on your reach preference.

Yes, the aluminum construction provides a firm, secure grip on standard cycling bottles. It is designed to hold bottles tightly enough to prevent rattling or ejection on bumpy terrain.

It fits any standard bike frame with standard bottle cage mounting bosses. It is particularly useful for compact frames or full-suspension bikes where vertical clearance is limited and a traditional top-loading cage won't fit.

Like most metal cages, it may cause minor cosmetic wear on plastic bottles over time due to the friction of insertion and removal. If you are concerned about aesthetics, you might consider using a bottle with a durable finish.

Yes, you can mount it on either tube, provided your frame has the necessary bolt holes. Keep in mind that because it is a side-entry cage, you should consider which direction you want the bottle to exit before installing it.