Does hanging the bike on this rack (having all the weight of the bike hanging from the wheel) instead of hoisting it seem to damage the wheel?
475302
I didn't want all the weight of the bike hanging on my expensive wheels, so I ran a strap through the wheel support and around the seat post. I just pull it up tight once I hang it and the weight is carried by the frame instead. If it's a mountain bike or heavy wheels in general, it shouldn't matter
475303
I've had two bikes hanging on these racks for almost a year, and they're taken on and off daily. I haven't seen any wear-and-tear or damage to either the racks or the bikes. I highly recommend these!
475304
Unless the bike is ultra heavy it's no problem hanging it this way. The weight is actually distributed between the front wheel and to a lesser degree rear wheel from a "vector" stand pt.
47032
Yes, there could be a problem with that depending on the size of your bikes. It rubbed on mine. But even more of a problem is the design of the rubber pieces to securely hold the bike to the rack. The straps are not well designed. They are too short and very hard to pull over the bike tube and hook. I would not recommend this rack. I now use it to hang my A frame ladder and, after we are parked, it is also used to hang wet clothes!
436179
The instructions specifically state: Quote "The rack is not covered under warranty if mounted on the back of a trailer or fifth wheel." end quote.... Not much ambiguity in that statement ! and while I have a 2" mfg installed hitch, it wobbles side to side terribly (even WITH StowAway Cargo Carriers Hitch Tightener ). So it's the bike rack itself... while the mount is firm, the fold up connections and main crossbar has too much play in it... will try to replace the push pins with bolts to see if that helps, but not optimistic ! The instructions specifically state: Quote "The rack is not covered under warranty if mounted on the back of a trailer or fifth wheel." end quote.... Not much ambiguity in that statement ! and while I have a 2" mfg installed hitch, it wobbles side to side terribly (even WITH StowAway Cargo Carriers Hitch Tightener ). So it's the bike rack itself... while the mount is firm, the fold up connections and main crossbar has too much play in it... will try to replace the push pins with bolts to see if that... » Read More The instructions specifically state: Quote "The rack is not covered under warranty if mounted on the back of a trailer or fifth wheel." end quote.... Not much ambiguity in that statement ! and while I have a 2" mfg installed hitch, it wobbles side to side terribly (even WITH StowAway Cargo Carriers Hitch Tightener ). So it's the bike rack itself... while the mount is firm, the fold up connections and main crossbar has too much play in it... will try to replace the push pins with bolts to see if that helps, but not optimistic ! « Show Less
1534075
No. The bike is supported/ hung on its crossbar and is secured by strapping the tie towns around the crossbar and the swing
1917198
I just tried it with a wheel. And it worked. Looks like should be fine with the whole bike too.
1631572
We had 4 bikes on it and none was hitting the car. However, the rack BROKE from the weight of the bikes (2 adult, 2 kids bikes) and the constant vibrations you get when you drive. Be careful! You don't want it to break while driving and have the bikes fall down on the road!
1031882
When i first started using this rack I had to re-tighten the Allen screws that hold it to the bike a few times...I noticed if I got too much speed downhill or in the wind the rack could move causing an imbalance...once I got it adequately tighened down I havent had this problem.
642719
The bike's top wheel extends a couple of inches above the bar, so the height really depends on how long your bike is and if you want some space below the bikes. I hung it at about 7', so I have some space below. As to the spokes, I didn't notice any damage on the spokes so far, but the rubber coating on a couple hooks has been torn, so I had create a DIY padding.
149709
The rack is very stable and does not move around. We take it on trips at highway speeds often without worry. The bike does not move at all, unlike our last rack where the bikes swayed a lot.
1371336
Not recommended If you put it on the rear tire, the Chock Lock could do real damage to the chain and frame should someone attempt to take the bike. On the front time, it could damage the wheel spokes.
1492430
The rack(or bag) is not going to come off, no way... but yes, if you ride hard enough, with enough weight in it, the bag might shift a little. It's a good setup, and designed well. functional... Any movement would come from basic seat post design limitations. this is a good unit. with no problems. The quick-disconnect is super.
1991243
I would hang it higher so the bike is completely off the floor. This way you have more wiggle room when you try to hang up your bike. Also, since every bike's size dimension is different, you won't have to worry if you want to hang a different bike in the future. I would just hang it where it is comfortable for you to hang your bike, leaving a few inches at the bottom.
1955248
Hey J I park this at a rack with the rear tire in the rack. The bike rack is a poor design. I put the U lock through the frame and rear wheel and to the rack and use the cable to secure the front wheel. It works great. You should have no problems locking it to a rack or a pole or post.
1299059
I never had any problems with that. The clamps are rubberized a bit, and if you rack the bike properly it's a very tight fit. The only way I could imagine damage happening would be due to friction if the cables were rubbed side to side, but I don't think that happens - again, it's a firm, flat hold. I suppose if you somehow racked it with the two cables pitched toward each other with one on top of the other they could rub each other between the grips, but that would be a flaw in how the bike was racked, not the rack itself.
1991237
I would hang it higher so the bike is completely off the floor.This way you have more wiggle room when you try to hang up your bike.Also, since every bike's size dimension is different, you won't have to worry if you want to hang a different bike in the future.I would just hang it where it is comfortable for you to hang your bike, leaving a few inches at the bottom.
607973
No.This rack is very cheaply made and vibrates so bad it will break fast causing major damage to your bikes.I could hardly get 2 noral bikes on it and the bikes rubbed against each other.I would bet that one trip over dirt roadswould result sever damage to whatever it carries.I never even tried packing bikes afterI put it together and put bikeson it to see what it looked like.You can have mine if you pay postage.I went to scheels and paid 300 for one that isgreat and got to see what I was buying.better more than breaking up your bikes
1072804
No, the second rail you see on the back is a ramp that attaches to load a bike. The ramp itself doesn't have enough support to hold weight.