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Hitch mount rack

Discussion in 'U.S. Riders' started by David Payne, Sep 7, 2024.  |  Print Topic

  1. David Payne

    David Payne

    Region:
    SouthEast
    State/Country:
    NC
    City:
    Charlotte
    Ride:
    Sun EZ Sport
    What bike rack would you recommend for a 2 wheel recumbent bike?
     
  2. Rocketmantn

    Rocketmantn Rider

    Region:
    East
    State/Country:
    TN
    City:
    Knoxville
    Ride:
    Strada, Corsa
    Name:
    Jon
    I've owned at least 4 different racks. My favorite by far is 1 UP. But they are not cheap. The rack is solid aluminum and has incredible build quality. If you buy one, you will never need another. And it works with any two wheeled recumbent (or any type of two wheeled bicycle) since it attaches to the wheels. It also folds up next to the car when not using and still lets you open your tailgate. BIG PLUS!!!

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    If you do go this route, I would recommend you buy two tire savers. I took my recumbent from Knoxville TN to Pensacola FL and after arriving and taking my recumbent off the rack, there was a small divot from the 1 UP retainer arm in the tire from all the jostling along the way. Once I installed the tire savers, I had no more problems. If you are only planning going short distances with your recumbent, they are not necessary.

    I know they are a lot of money, but you won't ever waste your money on 3 cheap (and not so cheap) racks like I did before finding these.

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  3. A.D.

    A.D. #1 Custodian

    Region:
    SouthEast
    State/Country:
    TN
    City:
    Athens
    Ride:
    Reynolds T-Bone
    Name:
    AD

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