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Thanks Chris. It looks like it has one now: https://www.1up-usa.com/product/quik-rack-single/ > On Apr 6, 2023, at 5:19 PM, Chris L wrote: > > Read the 1UP descriptions very carefully. I'm pretty sure when I bought > mine, they sold a 1.25

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Read the 1UP descriptions very carefully. I'm pretty sure when I bought mine, they sold a 1.25" hitch version but I think it didn't have the ability to be locked to the hitch, which was a must-have for me. Heck, mine might be a 1.25" with a spacer to make it 2". On Thursday, April 6, 2023 at

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Furthermore, I'm interested in hearing from those who use a 1.25" hitch rather than the 2" hitch. I believe my Toyota Matrix can only accomodate a 1.25" hitch (yet to install one). Is the 1.25 inch hitch suitable for a heavy rack such as the 1UP, or other heavy beast? On Thursday, April 6, 2023

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in Jacob's excellent picture, it looks like the front wheel is held down at just about the area my Tubus Tara front rack's hoop is located. I'm wondering if I were to adjust the holder further in front of the wheel: Would this compromise security? Otherwise, I might be able to place the holder

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I meant 1 1/4” hitch not 1 1/2”, which I don’t think exists. On Saturday, February 25, 2023 at 8:45:24 PM UTC-5 Roberta wrote: > I had recommended to Pam via email the Saris Freedom 2 rack, the EX > version, which tilts, if she can find one. Otherwise, she could buy the > tilting add on and p

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I had recommended to Pam via email the Saris Freedom 2 rack, the EX version, which tilts, if she can find one. Otherwise, she could buy the tilting add on and put it together herself, if that’s important. I can open the trunk of my Civic without tilting the rack. Th Rocktmounts Highnoon FC tha

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Paul, thanks for digging deeper. It does indeed look like it would work for me. I'd probably spring for the double bike rack; at $580, it ain't cheap, but it seems comparable, or less expensive, that many options out there. As to the Yakima Raptor: I have had one for 25- or -so years, and it alw

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Page 4 of the PDF instructions show the preferred arm location. It's like basically as long as you can get it up to about 7 o'clock, you should be good: https://rockymounts.com/content/51339_REV_5_sml.pdf I didn't see any reviews or video instructions. must be niche product :) I may spring for

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yeah, John, I had the same thought. I might do a search on youtube or something for a review that shows it actually working. Paul On Saturday, February 25, 2023 at 11:46:20 AM UTC-6 John Bokman wrote: > Thanks for the recommendation Paul. I'm wondering if the front arm can be > rotated forwa

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Thanks for the recommendation Paul. I'm wondering if the front arm can be rotated forward a bit? My fenders are longer in front than the ones shone on the Ebike. John On Saturday, February 25, 2023 at 6:44:35 AM UTC-8 Paul Clifton wrote: > I've stayed out of this thread because the Yakima roof

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1Up. Whatever car this goes on would need a hitch mount, with 2” preferred. i worried about putting my (metal) fendered Quickbeam on the rack, and cut short bits of pipe insulation, and imagined different ways to support the fender from underneath, with something between the fender and the tire

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Regarding ease of install on the 1up: It uses a wedge system so the 'bolt on' and off is extremely easy and quick, especially if you don't care to use the lock. But the lock is just a through-pin with a cap so that is also very quick and easy. As far as handling it goes, I believe it is pretty

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I has pulling this together last night and forgot to hit send... For $50 1 Up also offers a front wheel stop add-on for use with fenders... https://www.1up-usa.com/product/wheel-stop/ Maybe the wheel stop and the fender pads lightly secured would be a good solution, but that also adds around $80

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Great suggestions all. Jason, the Swagman is near the limits on weight for my Betty since it has fenders, dyno, etc. The other bike will most likely be a Surly Disc Trucker so both will be towards the 35 lb max weight limit. Max mentioned a Saris which has a higher weight limit. Max, do you h

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It’s very easy to use and install but I have the Heavy Duty two bike rack and find it very heavy and awkward. I have to add the other two additional trays once it’s on the car or I won’t be able to carry it alone. Even in two bike configuration I use my teen son to help carry. Me: healthy and relat

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What about ease of installation? Are these 1UPS user-friendly in that regard? I am interested in the 1UP for all the reasons already mentioned, but also, because sometimes I'd have one bike, and sometimes I'd have to carry my wife's bike, and 2 kids' bikes, also. Nice to have the option of the

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Also adding my vote/appreciation for the 1up. It is the best rack I have used, although 90% of time I use it I am carrying multiple mountain bikes so the fender is not an issue. The fact it contains 0 plastic was a big selling point for me. What I've done w/ fendered bikes is: 1. Push front w

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You don’t have to go that hard. I just get super paranoid. I know the bike can’t go anywhere but you never know…. I personally think the Thule rack is easier to use but the 1Up is much lighter. It installs in about a minute. That 1Up fender attachment looks interesting. My mountain bike just got fe

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I thought the same thing Leah, it looks soft but not grippy therefore requiring downwards force to hold it. The swagman looks good as it doesn't rely on clamping the tops of the wheels in any capacity. The deformation on the tires in jacobs photo makes me think I'd never want to put that kind o

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I am following this thread with interest. I have the Saris Freedom 4 bike rack, but that company seems to be lessening their quality and maybe even phasing out this rack. They have a new modular system they seem to want you to buy, and it isn’t going to play nice with mixtes with fenders. Now,

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1Up also has the Wheel Stop which is supposed to make carrying fendered bikes better.  I think it helps clamp the front wheel more securely so you can go easy on the rear bar which would be clamping on the fender itself?I added one with my order but haven’t installed it yet. I’ve been working from

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I've been using a Saris Freedom 2 EX 2-Bike Hitch Rack which has worked out great for my large fendered Riv bikes - I don't see why it wouldn't work for a Betty. Also, it's MUSA which is a plus. Max On Monday, February 20, 2023 at 2:42:35 PM UTC-5 ericf3 wr

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I have had a 2 bike Swagman for several years, and even used it to take bikes from Vancouver to Ottawa on one occasion. Worked like a charm. And it easily takes different sizes - I have used it for a pair of my bikes (64cm) or one of mine, one of my wife's (52cm or so for her) The only issues I ha

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Wow, the Swagman looks nice! Way more affordable than a 2-bike super duty 1 Up. On Monday, February 20, 2023 at 2:14:16 PM UTC-5 Jason Fuller wrote: > I have one of these Swagman racks that have fender-friendly trays and then > a hook that clamps down on the top tube - and works totally fine wi

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I have one of these Swagman racks that have fender-friendly trays and then a hook that clamps down on the top tube - and works totally fine with step-thru frames as the hook can all the way down to the bottom if it needs to. We use it with my partner's fendered dutch bikes and any of my bikes

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Hey! That’s cool, thanks Scott. Time to make some fender cushions.On Feb 20, 2023, at 10:56, greenteadrinkers wrote:If your car has a hitch with a 2" receiver and you can afford it, don't waste your money on anything other than a 1Up. You can get a single-bike heavy-duty rack for $430, the rack i

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If your car has a hitch with a 2" receiver and you can afford it, don't waste your money on anything other than a 1Up. You can get a single-bike heavy-duty rack for $430, the rack is expandable for up to 4 bikes, with each bike weighing no more than 50 lbs. https://www.1up-usa.com/product/quik-r

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I have a 1up also and have experienced interference with the fenders and the front rack/basket. I’m not sure any ideal combo of rack exists if you have these things on your bike. I certainly tried to find a solution that keeps the bike off the roof, and keeps bikes from rubbing/banging together. Th

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If I had to do it all over, I’d definitely go with a 1up rack. My Küat NV2.0 is great, and I’m fine with how it works with fenders and racks… but I feel like a 1up would be more secure in those cases. Also, my Medium Gus at 50” wheelbase is the absolute maximum length the Küat will handle.On Feb 20

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The 1Up rack has worked really well for me too. It's spendy, but well made and has worked well with my Clem, Platypus and Bike Friday (all have fenders). Joyce On Sunday, February 19, 2023 at 9:38:15 PM UTC-8 JW wrote: > We love our 1UP rack and it works pretty well with fenders. > > On Sunda

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We love our 1UP rack and it works pretty well with fenders. On Sunday, February 19, 2023 at 9:24:08 PM UTC-8 Pam Bikes wrote: > Looking for recommendations for a bike rack for a Prius for my fendered > Betty. Lots of tray mount racks seem to not be made for fenders. And the > hanging style wo