by Rack James on October 4, 2011
by Rack James on August 30, 2011
This VW Jetta hitch mounted bike rack is using the Saris 4229 Thelma 2 hitch mount bike rack.
Here’s a nice shot of a Volkswagen Jetta 4 Door rear mounted hitch bike rack using the Saris 4229 Thelma 2 hitch bike rack. It attaches to either 1 1/4″ or 2″ receiver hitches and carries two bikes in the upright position. This Jetta has a 1 1/4″ receiver and is using the Saris 3022 Locking Hitch Tite to lock the Saris Thelma 2 bike rack into the receiver. Also recommended is the Saris 981 Locking Cable to lock the bikes onto the rack.
by rackdawg on August 27, 2011
Picture of the Inno Racks INH303 Aero Light 3 bike hitch rack. Fits both 2" and 1-1/4" trailer hitches. Also include hitch bike rack locks to secure bicycles to the carrier and the Aero Light rack to the trailer hitch receiver.
Inno Racks has just released a 3 bike hitch rack version of the Inno INH301 Aero Light 4 bike hitch rack and Inno INH302 Aero Light 2 bike hitch rack. Called the INH303 Inno Aero Light hitch bike rack, it offers all the exact same features and ease of use as the INH 301 and INH 302 models. Built with highest-quality, super strong and lightweight aluminum materials, the INH303 Aero Light is a cinch to lift, carry and mount to the trailer hitch receiver. The included universal trailer hitch adapter also enables the rack to connect to both 1.25 inch and 2 inch trailer hitches. Unique to the Aero Light models is the innovative foot pedal quick-release that allows the entire hitch bike rack, even with all bikes loaded, to lower down and out of the way for total access to the rear of the automobile. Also includes a hitch pin lock to lock the Aero Light to the trailer hitch receiver, and the included cable bike lock ensures all bicycles are locked to the carrier. Bikes are prevented from swinging around during transport via the no-sway cages that are integrated into the bike cradles. Holds all styles, shapes and sizes of bikes. Best of all, all these features and many more are included at a manufacturer’s special promotional discount price. The INH303 Inno Aero Light hitch bike rack is available at Inno Racks dealers in the United States and Canada.
Tagged as:
bicycle carrier,
bike hitch rack,
bike racks for trailer hitches,
Inno INH303 Aero Light,
Inno Racks,
trailer hitch rack
by Rack James on August 25, 2011
Glorious shot of a Ford E350 van rear mount bike rack for receiver hitch using the heavenly Thule 916XTR T2 hitch bike rack with the Thule 918XTR T2 2 bike add-on.
“Going to the chapel and we’re gonna…go biking?” It looks like that is in store for the folks cruising in this Ford E350 van hitch platform bike rack for 4 bikes using the Thule 916XTR T2 hitch mount bike rack with the Thule 918XTR 2 bike add-on.
by Rack James on July 20, 2011
Great shot of a Toyota Tacoma hitch bike rack and roof top kayak rack system using the Yakima SwingDaddy hitch mount bike rack. The rooftop rack system consists of a set of Yakima 42" tracks, the Yakima Control Tower System with Landing Pads #1, two sets of Yakima Mako kayak saddles, and the Yakima BoatLoader kayak lift accessory.
Here is a nicely racked up rig that I recently spotted on my way to somewhere. This Toyota Tacoma hitch bike rack and roof kayak rack system is using the Yakima SwingDaddy hitch bike rack mounted to the 2″ receiver and is ready to carry up to four bikes.
On the roof, a set of Yakima 42″ tracks has been installed and is supporting the Yakima Control Tower system which uses two sets of Landing Pads #1 to connect to the tracks.
For transporting kayaks, two sets of Yakima Mako saddles are attached to the Yakima crossbars, and the Yakima BoatLoader kayak lift assist accessory, which integrates into one of the crossbars, is ready and waiting to help with the job of loading and unloading the kayaks.
by Rack James on July 11, 2011
Photo of a Honda Odyssey hitch mount bike rack using the Yakima BigHorn 4 hitch bike rack.
Here is an I Spy shot of a Honda Odyssey mini van rear hitch bike rack for 4 bikes using the Yakima BigHorn 4 hitch bike rack. Hitch bike racks are an excellent way to safely and securely carry bikes and unlike trunk mounted bike racks, the rack doesn not contact the vehicle. All you need is either a 1 1/4″ or 2″ receiver hitch.
by Rack James on July 7, 2011
by rackdawg on June 23, 2011
Picture of the all-new Saris Bike Porter Hitch 4-Bike Rack, available in a locking version (Saris 604 Bike Porter model) and non-locking hitch mount bike rack version (Saris 404 Bike Porter model). Fits both 2 inch and 1.25 inch trailer hitches.
Photo of the Saris 404 Bike Porter Hitch 2-Bike Rack, same as the non-locking 404 Bike Porter hitch bike rack but holds two bicycles instead of four.
Serving up a few more hitch bike racks in the traditional upright mast style (or hang and dangle as they are also known) of hitch mounted bike racks, the Saris Bike Rack Company now offers the Saris Bike Porter Hitch 4-Bike Rack (available in two models, the 604 includes hitch locks to secure the bikes to the carrier and the rack itself to the trailer hitch receiver; the 404 model is exactly the same but does not include the locking security system) and the Saris Bike Porter Hitch 2-Bike Rack (same as the 404 but carries 2 bikes instead of 4). Priced at a point to put them in the cheap hitch bike racks category, it’s still no surprise how Saris Racks manages to keep many high-end features normally found only on higher-priced models. Out of the box, all the Bike Porters are compatible with both 2 inch and 1-1/4 inch trailer hitches, absolutely no extra adapters needed! Other features include tilt down bike cradle arms and also fold down hitch bike rack technology for accessing the back of the car when no bikes are mounted on the bike rack. Proprietary bike cradles also feature extra padding and integrated grooves to protect the cable for the brakes and gear shifters. Qualifies for the Saris Racks lifetime warranty also.
Tagged as:
402 Saris Bike Porter Hitch 2-Bike Rack,
404 604 Saris Bike Porter Hitch 4-Bike Rack,
bike hitch rack,
bike racks for trailer hitches,
Saris Racks,
trailer hitch rack
by rackdawg on March 23, 2011
Picture of the redesigned Thule Racks 916XTR T2 hitch bike rack, a premium platform bike tray hitch mount rack that fits 2 inch trailer hitches. Replaces the previous Thule 916XT T2 model.
Photo of the redesigned Thule Racks 917XTR T2 hitch bike rack, a premium platform bike tray hitch mount rack that fits 2 inch trailer hitches. Replaces the previous Thule 917XT T2 model.
Thule Racks has just begun shipping to dealers nationwide the brand new Thule T2 series of platform bike racks, replacing the previous models with a security upgrade that safeguards the bicycles from theft when loaded onto the bike rack and left unattended. The Thule 916XTR T2 hitch bike rack replaces the previous 916XT T2 model, while the Thule 917XTR T2 platform bike rack replaces the previous 917XT T2. The security upgrade features a new cable lock on the end of each SecureHook mechanism that clamps down and holds the front wheel in place on the bike tray. The former 916XT and 917XT models only had a lock on each SecureHook that locked the arm in place so no one could come along and raise up the SecureHook clamp arm. However, in certain situations, using certain model fat tire bicycles, some one could actually come along and let out the air in the tire and then muscle the bike wheel out from under the SecureHook clamp arm. The new cable locks on the Thule 916XTR T2 and the Thule 917XTR T2 hitch bike racks extend out from the end of each SecureHook and wrap around the actual bicycle frame to lock the bike to the rack. If you do have an older model 916XT or 917XT, you could simply use a regular bike cable lock on the bicycles and this would eliminate this issue as well. The 916XTR T2 fits 2 inch trailer hitches, while the Thule 917XTR T2 fits 1-1/4 inch trailer hitch receivers. Also available is the Thule 918XTR T2 2 Bike Add-On, which is an optional accessory for the 916XTR T2 model. The 918XTR attaches to the end of 916XTR T2 and allows for the transport of an additional two bicycles.
Tagged as:
bike hitch rack,
platform bike rack,
Thule 916XTR T2,
Thule 917XTR T2,
trailer hitch rack
by Rack James on March 22, 2011
by rackdawg on March 6, 2011
Picture of the latest Yakima Racks hitch mount bike rack product offering, the ultra lean and mean Yakima HighLite 3 hitch bike rack (also available is the Yakima HighLite 2 bike hitch rack). Weighs less than 20 lbs. available in silver and white color choices. Fits both 1-1/4 inch and 2 inch trailer hitches.
Weighing in at less than 20 lbs, the Yakima HighLite hitch bike racks now available from Yakima Racks represent the latest in technological innovations. The result of extensive design engineering and lengthy testing, the Yakima HighLite 3 hitch bike rack and the Yakima HighLite 2 hitch bike rack are built using extremely strong and very lightweight aluminum. Stands up to the abuse and years and years of reliable service that any traditional steel fabricated trailer hitch mount bike rack would deliver. The HighLite 3 carries three bicycles while the HighLite 2 holds two bikes. Both will fit 2″ and 1-1/4″ hitches right out of the box, absolutely no additional hitch adapters necessary. Two color choices are available, gloss silver and gloss white. Many premium integrated features and stability & security accessories included.
Tagged as:
bike hitch rack,
Yakima HighLite 2,
Yakima HighLite 3
by Rack James on February 18, 2011
by Rack Princess on November 26, 2010
by Rack Princess on November 15, 2010
Image of 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe Roof Rack for carrying Kayaks and bike hitch rack for Santa Fe. Includes Thule 460 Podium roof rack, 2 sets of 897XT Thule Hullavator Kayak racks and Thule 990XT DoubleTrack Hitch Bike Rack.
This complete roof rack system for a 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe allows you to carry 2 kayak racks on your Santa Fe using the Thule 460 Podium Roof rack with 3024 fit brackets which are the correct fit brackets for a 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2 sets of Thule 897XT Hullavator Kayak Racks allow you to carry up to 2 kayaks flat on the roof. The Thule 990XT Doubletrack Hitch Bike Rack is a platform style bike rack that works with both 2 inch and 1.25 inch hitches. It will hold two bikes on your Hyundai Santa Fe.
More info on this 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe Roof Rack set up.
by Rack Princess on November 8, 2010
Photo of bike hitch rack for 2001 Toyota sequoia featuring 8002424 Yakima DoubleDown 4 bike hitch rack for 2" and 1 1/4" receivers.
This 2001 Toyota Sequoia 4 bicycle hitch rack is the Yakima DoubleDown 4 bike hitch rack ( Yakima 8002424 ). This is a hitch bike rack for 2″ hitch receivers as will as 1 1/4″ inch hitch receivers. This photo also shows the Yakima Deadlock security system for locking bicycles to the hitch rack and the rack to the Toyota Sequoia. The Yakima DoubleDown is convenient and easy to use and folds down and out of the way when you need to access the rear of the car.
More on 2001 Toyota Sequoia Bicycle Hitch Rack.
by Rack Princess on October 29, 2010
by Rack Princess on October 28, 2010
Picture of 2004 Nissan Armada hitch rack for 4 bikes and roof bag for Nissan Armada. Setup consists of Thule 867 Tahoe Rooftop Cargo Bag and Yakima Double Down 4 bike hitch rack.
This hitch mount bike rack for a 2004 Nissan Armada can carry 4 bikes and the Thule 867 Tahoe rooftop cargo bag is an excellent choice for transporting the rest of your cycling related gear. The Yakima 8002424 Double Down hitch bike rack in this picture is also using the Yakima Deadlock bike rack lock to lock the bikes to the hitch rack and lock the hitch rack to the trailer hitch receiver. A perfect roof cargo bag for 2004 Nissan Armada , the Thule 867 Tahoe has a huge amount of storage space and can be attached to all styles of roof racks as well as cars with no factory cross bars ( just siderails).
More product info on 2004 Nissan Armada Hitch Bike Rack and Roof Bag.
by Rack Princess on October 19, 2010
Photo of Hitch Bike Rack for 2003 Ford Explorer featuring Thule 914XT Roadway Hitch Bike Rack for 4 Bicycles
This 2003 Ford Explorer Hitch bike rack is a 4 bike hitch rack for 1 1/4 inch and 2 inch hitch receivers. It is the Thule 914XT Roadway Hitch Bike Rack and it carries up to 4 bicycles on vehicles like the 2003 Ford Explorer with 1 1/4″ hitch receivers . The Thule 914XT tilts down for access to rear of vehicle and features Thule 955 No-Sway cages.
Click for complete 2003 Ford Explorer Hitch Bike Rack product details…
by Rack James on September 15, 2010
Perfectly centered shot of a Dodge Ram 1500 hitch mounted bike rack using the Yakima Double Down 4 hitch bike rack and the Yakima DeadLock hitch bike rack lock system for security.
Here is a nice customer install photo of a 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 rear hitch mount bike rack using the tried and true Yakima Double Down 4 hitch mounted bike rack for four bikes. When not in use the arms that support the bikes can be folded down (shown here). For security, the Yakima DeadLock hitch bike rack lock system is also included.
More details and info for 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 hitch mounted bike rack.
by Rack James on September 11, 2010
by Rack James on September 10, 2010
Customer install shot of a 2008 Ford Taurus X hitch bike rack for five bikes using the Yakima DoubleDown 5 hitch bike rack.
If you have five bikes to carry, you need a good hitch bike rack. That is exactly what this 2008 Ford Taurus X hitch bike rack has going on using the Yakima DoubleDown 5 hitch bike rack. The DoubleDown 5 works with both 2″ and 1 1/4″ receiver hitches, and assuming your vehicle has a hitch, it works with just about any vehicle.
Install page for 2008 Ford Taurus X hitch bike rack for five bikes.
by Rack James on August 27, 2010
I spy a Toyota Rav 4 hitch bike rack for two bikes using the SportRack A30901 2EZ hitch mount bike rack.
Here is a shot of a Toyota RAV4 rear hitch mount bike rack for two bikes using the SportRack A30901 2EZ hitch bike rack. Notice that the spare tire does not interfere with the rack.
by Rack James on August 25, 2010
Nice shot of a happy couple next to their Pontiac Vibe hitch mounted bike rack using the Thule 970XT Helium 2 bike hitch bike rack.
These folks stopped by on a beautiful day to pick up a new bike rack at our warehouse and they were nice enough to pose for a photo next to their Pontiac Vibe hitch mount bike rack set up using the lightweight Thule 970XT Helium bike rack for a receiver hitch.
by Rack James on August 25, 2010
Staff install photo taken outside ORS Direct Headquarters of a Nissan Pathfinder hitch bike rack and rooftop cargo box using the Yakima HoldUp hitch bike rack with the Plus 2 Add-on for a total carrying capacity of four bikes. Mounted to the Pathfinder's factory crossbars is the Thule 687XT Atlantis 1800 cargo box.
A red taillight and a row of pine trees break up this otherwise gray scale photo of a Nissan Pathfinder rooftop mounted luggage rack and rear hitch mounted bike rack. Installed into the Nissan Pathfinder receiver hitch is the Yakima HoldUp hitch bike rack with the Yakima Plus 2 Add On 2 bike extension. Mounted directly to the crossbars of the Nissan Pathfinder factory roof rack is the Thule 687XT Atlantis 1800 cargo box. All racked up, back to Montreal they go.
by Rack James on August 17, 2010
Picture of a Dodge Dakota truck bike rack for a trailer hitch using the Thule 964 Revolver swing-away 4 bike rack installed into the 2" receiver.
This Dodge Dakota pickup truck hitch mounted bike rack set up uses the fabulous Thule 964 Revolver swinging bike rack for 4 bikes, which can be swung out of the way of the rear of the vehicle even while the rack is fully loaded with bikes.
Install page for Dodge Dakota hitch mount bike rack.
by Rack James on August 12, 2010
Great shot of a Honda Pilot rear mounted hitch bike rack using the fabulous Thule 964 Revolver swing away bike rack for trailer hitches.
The bikers must be out on the trail and good for them. When they get back, this Honda Pilot hitch mounted bike rack using the Thule 964 Revolver hitch bike rack is waiting for them.
by Rack James on July 27, 2010
I spy a Volvo XC90 hitch mount bike rack and roof kayak rack using the Yakima FullSwing 4 hitch bike rack, which has been replaced with the Yakima SwingDaddy hitch mounted bike rack for four bikes and two sets each of the Yakima HullyRollers kayak rollers and the Yakima Mako Saddles kayak saddles mounted to the Yakima LowRider base system, which has been replaced with the Yakima RailGrab System.
This Volvo XC90 bike and kayak rack has the right idea. Using the Yakima FullSwing 4 bike rack (no longer available, replaced with the Yakima SwingDaddy hitch bike rack) installed into the 2″ receiver hitch, access to the rear of the vehicle is not an issue, even when the rack is loaded with four bikes. Mounted to the Volvo XC90 factory side rails is the Yakima LowRider rail system (like the FullSwing 4, it too has been disctontinued and is now the Yakima RailGrab System). For carrying two kayaks, there are two sets each of the Yakima HullyRollers kayak rollers and the Yakima Mako Saddles kayak saddles.
by rackdawg on July 13, 2010
Yakima Racks 8890176 mounting hardware hitch bolt for toyota tundra trailer hitches.
The OEM receiver hitch on the Toyota Tundra is too large for most hitch bolts, due to excessive gussetting on the Toyota Tundra trailer hitch. The answer is to use the extra long Yakima 8890176 Hitch Bolt mounting hardware to properly mount your hitch bike rack. Sold separately as a Yakima Racks replacement part – spare part so you can use it with your hitch bike rack to properly install it on the Toyota Tundra OEM trailer hitch. It is also included with Yakima SwingDaddy, FlipSide and Doubledown hitch bike racks etc.
Tagged as:
bike hitch rack,
Toyota Tundra,
Yakima Spare Parts
by Rack Princess on July 8, 2010
Photo of hitch bike rack for 2008 Hyundai Tiburon consists of Yakima 8002434 HoldUp platform bike tray hitch bike rack for 2 bicycles.
This 2008 Hyundai Tiburon hitch bike rack set up consists soley of the 8002434 Yakima HoldUp hitch bike rack for 1 1/4 inch hitch receivers. If you need a bike rack for a 2008 Hyundai Tiburon and you have a 1-1/4 inch receiver hitch, the Yakima HoldUp is all you need – it even includes all the necessary locks and keys.
More 2008 Hyundai Tiburon bike rack info…
by Rack Princess on July 6, 2010
Photo of hitch bike rack for 2007 Subaru Forester XT consisting of Yakima StickUp platform bike tray hitch rack for 2 bikes and Yakima LockUp hitch bike rack lock system.
A great 2007 Subaru Forester XT hitch mount bike rack able to carry 2 bicycles is the Yakima Stickup platform hitch rack combined with the Yakima 8007238 LockUp hitch bike rack lock. The platform style bike rack trays on the 8002420 Yakima Stickup are independently adjustable and let you carry 2 bikes of any size on your 2007 Subaru Forester XT. The Yakima LockUp hitch bike rack lock locks both the bicycles to the hitch bike rack and locks the bike rack to your Subaru Forester.
Read more on this 2007 Subaru Forester XT hitch bike rack for 2 bicycles.
