Showing posts with label bike racks. Show all posts
Showing posts with label bike racks. Show all posts

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Outback Wheel Arch Bicycle Parking Stand Review

Outback Wheel Arch Bicycle Parking Stand
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This thing simply does not work!
I bought this prodcut for my mountain bike and I cannot even believe someone manufactures a false stuff like this.
It cannot even hold the weight of my bike and bends out to side and eventually my bike falls.
I tried to adjust the distance between the two archs to fit the tire width to see if I get better result but no luck.

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Single bike storage unit, adjusts for all bike tires

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Friday, August 3, 2012

Delta Michelangelo Two-Bike Gravity Stand (Red Hooks) Review

Delta Michelangelo Two-Bike Gravity Stand (Red Hooks)
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I use this rack in my apartment to keep my bikes away from rain and thieves. I like that this rack requires no wall-drilling and keeps bikes flat against the wall (rather than sticking out like those racks that hang bikes by their front wheels.) I'm very impressed with its stability, considering the rack itself is pretty light. There's only one contact point with the wall, which has a big, rubber end (like the two feet) so it won't scratch or mark. The feet stick to my carpeted floor quite securely, and my guess is that they'd work well on noncarpeted surfaces, too. The hooks that hold up your bike have a generous, rubbery coating, so they won't scratch up your frame. I keep two bikes on the rack, with my regular commuter on the lower one, and the rack is quite stable, even when only the upper bike is on it. For those of you who care, the rack is manufactured in China, so I'm sure Delta's making a fortune, but I had lots of trouble finding a U.S.-made alternative.

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Store your bikes out of the way and keep your floor free from clutter with the ingenious Delta Michelangelo dual bike stand. Because it relies on gravity and requires no drilling into the walls, it's a great choice for apartments and homes. It leans against the wall and has rubber-tipped legs that keep it in place on the floor. The independently adjustable arms can accommodate any style bike. It can hold a maximum of 100 pounds (50 pounds per bike). Perfect for any indoor environment, this stylish rack features a silver epoxy powdercoat. It's easy to assemble and comes with required hardware, printed instructions, and a lifetime guarantee against defects.
About Delta Cycle For more than 20 years, Delta Cycle has created useful cycling products with a mission to make an innovative difference. The company works hard to make their products better and deliver superior value. Delta Cycle offers only a small, concentrated product line that represents the best there is in each category.


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Topeak Dual Touch Bike Storage Stand Review

Topeak Dual Touch Bike Storage Stand
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I really wanted this product to work. Its very well made - german engineering. The concept is great - nothing to drill in the walls.
I read the other reviews, and understand why some like and some didn't like. I spent several hours over three days, and discovered that it depends on the surfaces you are installing it on (ceiling and floor). If you are putting this on carpet, with a textured ceiling - something for it to grab onto - it works. If you are putting it on a smooth concrete floor (in your garage, for example), or a smooth piece of wood (like in an unfinished ceiling in your garage), the stand doesn't grip tight enough and tends to move slightly. Under the weight of bikes, and with vibration from the garage door opener, it can fall over.

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2-bike vertical storage (holds 4 with purchase of separate bike hangers). Elegant storage solution extends over 10 feet via quick release. Bike hangers have 30 degrees of angle adjustment, plus vertical adjustment . 6061 aluminum tubing, rubber feet.

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Thursday, August 2, 2012

Hollywood Racks HR520 Road Runner 5-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (2-Inch Receiver) Review

Hollywood Racks HR520 Road Runner 5-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (2-Inch Receiver)
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The Hollywood Rack is a decent rack, but definitely has some quirks.
assembly is straightforward, but getting the bikes onto the rack requires some
careful maneuvering - and getting 5 bikes on at the same time (which is the capacity of the rack, they say) is impossible without an advanced engineering degree.
In addition, the "stability" bar that folds down doesn't do a lot - you have to come up with some creative ways to use the supplied nylon/cordura cords to keep the bikes from moving around.
Finally, the rack itself has an inelegant, and somewhat ineffective, single screw to
keep it vertical and free from wobble - the screw loosens pretty quickly with road vibration, and it's way too small a diameter to hold the very wide main post in place,
particularly when the rack is fully loaded - this was not well thought at all.
however, we have used the rack several times without any disasters, and expect that we'll use it many more times - both locally and for road trips.
from what I've seen of other products out there, this is about average, and for the price we paid - probably got a good value.
Oh - important side note - you MUST have the adapter bar to mount (kids) mountain bikes or girls frames successfully and well - we forgot this and wound up having to by them locally - all they had were THULE bars - which cost $10 more per bar than the Hollywood version - and the THULE ones really stink! they joints rusted on the first day we had it, and the release nubs started to stick the next day.

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The Road Runner Hitch Mount Rack from Hollywood Racks is built to safely and easily transport up to five adult bikes. Bikes are held in place with durable rubber bike stabilizers with integrated tie down straps while an anti-sway tiedown bar prevents them from swinging out during transit. The loaded rack is tiltable for cargo area access and a No-Wobble system eliminates slack between the receiver hitch and the rack. This rack includes a 9-foot security cable and two keyed-alike padlocks. A 2-inch Class 3 receiver hitch is required.
About Hollywood Racks Hollywood Racks started in 1973 when they began making trunk racks in the back of our bike shop in Hollywood, CA. As a retailer, the company knew exactly what people needed: good quality products that were easy to use. They earned a great reputation fast and began selling racks to other dealers, and later to the bike companies. Today, Hollywood Racks builds racks the only way they know how: simple, strong, and secure.
Hollywood Racks are built with top-quality materials including high-strength steel, aircraft-quality fasteners, and thick powder coats to withstand the elements. Generous amounts of padding protect bikes and cars, and all of their products are fully covered with a limited warranty. The company's products continue to receive accolades from all the major outdoor sports magazines, and are in demand by everyone from recreational cycling families to weekend warriors to race teams on the road and off.


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Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Swagman XC-4 Cross-Country 4-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (2-Inch Receiver Hitch) Review

Swagman XC-4 Cross-Country 4-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (2-Inch Receiver Hitch)
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At our children's urging we recently purchased bicycles for ourselves so that we could take family rides together. Since we are not experienced cyclists, perhaps I am not the best judge of a bike rack; in fact, this is the first bike rack I have ever owned and perhaps that makes me a mite too critical.
That being said, however, on the whole, I am very pleased with this rack. It holds our four bikes extremely securely, including my women's frame bike (one of the reasons we decided to go with a platform-style bike rack, like this one). The bikes, when firmly fastened, don't budge at all. I like the fact that the bike rack tilts upward, away from the road, which gives us an added sense of security when driving over bumps. I like the fact that the arms ratchet down, rather than screw down, as a competitive rack does, as I find that we are often securing and then releasing the arms to better the position the bikes. Screwing and unscrewing would drive me up the wall. Plus, the ratcheting allows us to get a really snug fit. My husband always gives each arm one last little shove before we take off and the ratcheting feature ensures an incredibly tight fit.
On the downside, we still find getting the bikes on the rack a hassle. We bought the platform-style bike rack because we thought, based on various reviews, that it would be easier to load than a hanging rack -- and perhaps it is. Again here our inexperience shows. Using this bike rack, however, is still like fitting together a puzzle. Even though we've figured out which bikes fit best in which position and we've gotten the tire loops set just right, it's still a challenge. Invariably, the pedals are oriented wrong and getting in the way of installing the next bike, or rubbing against the ratchet arm, or one bike's seat doesn't slide under the other's handlebars exactly as it seemed to the last time we loaded the rack. It can be very frustrating, especially at the end of an exhausting and sweaty ride. (I would note from experience that it's best to stagger the tire loops as dramatically to the left and right as possible to make the loading as easy as possible.)
Also on the downside is the weight of the rack. We store ours in a walk-out basement and it's all my husband can do to get the thing out and up the little hill to our driveway. I definitely could not install the rack myself.
Some additional points: The rack I received was a newer model than the one in the picture. This created a few issues. For one, the assembly instructions which came with our rack was from the older model and completely useless. Moreover, we couldn't even look at the picture on the box for guidance because the picture was of the older model. Assembly was extremely frustrating. Also, if you are looking for a locking hitch pin, note that this rack (at least the newer model which we received) can not use a standard locking hitch pin; it requires a specialized threaded locking hitch pin which only Swagman seems to make.
And finally, the rack we received contained parts in which the powder coating had chipped off and the rack began rusting immediately. We contacted Swagman about this problem. The company representatives we've spoken to so far have been friendly and more than willing to exchange the parts, but even that experience has been frustrating. No one I've dealt with at the company calls back when they say they will, or responds to email, and then when I finally received a box of parts, only one of the three damaged parts was actually in it. I've been promised the remaining parts and expect I will receive them, but this has been a ridiculous hassle. I'm never impressed with poor, unprofessional customer service.

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Easy loading and unloading of your bikes at ground level. Fast adjustable quick release tire hoops and ratcheting top arm allows you to quickly carry the widest range of bike frames. Top arms fold down and the base folds up to keep this rack our of the way when not in use. Carries up to 4 bikes (2-inch receiver only). Designed with a rise to offer more ground clearance.

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Thursday, July 5, 2012

Thule 517 Peloton Fork Mount Rooftop Bicycle Carrier Review

Thule 517 Peloton Fork Mount Rooftop Bicycle Carrier
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First off-- bikes go on and off in a snap. The very first time I used this rack, it probably took me less than a minute. One of the really nice features is the design of the quick-release skewer. The cam mechanism is built into the front of the tray. This has two advantages:
- The long lever means you can also have a lot of travel in the clamp. The skewer goes from being clamped down to being wide enough to remove the fork, even with "lawyer nipples," just by moving the lever. That means no fiddling with the bolt tension every time you want to put the bike on the rack--just drop it in and clamp it.
- The same lock core that locks the bike to the carrier, locks the carrier to the loadbar. Turn one key and the whole assembly is secured.
The rest of the Peloton gives a similar impression of attentive design. The strap that holds the rear wheel down is easy to attach and easy to release. I would say the only downside is the somewhat 1990s-Volvo aesthetics.

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The Thule 517 Peloton Fork-mount Rooftop Bicycle Carrier is the world's number-one selling fork mount, and it just got a make over. From road bikes, to disc brakes and fat tires, the Peloton is up to the challenge.
The Peloton fork-mount rooftop bike carrier fits all disc and suspension combinations with standard nine-millimeter axles. This bike carrier has a dual-lock design that locks both the bike to the carrier, and the carrier to your rooftop rack. The wheel tray fits tires up to 2.6-inches wide with high-profile rims, and carries bicycles with wheelbases up to 48 inches. This system fits both Thule and Yakima load bars, and is Thule One-Key System compatible so you can easily keep it locked and secure without a bunch of extra keys.Please, note, locks are not included.
What's in the Box? Peloton head assembly and wheel tray, wheel assembly strap, road-bike adapter, all necessary mounting hardware, and instruction guide
Manufacturer's Warranty Limited lifetime warranty


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Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Thule 962XT Speedway 3-Bike Trunk Rack Review

Thule 962XT Speedway 3-Bike Trunk Rack
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Recently decided to replace my old Rhode Gear rack (clasps were rusted). Tried the Saris Bones 3 - horrible. Returned it to the store the next day. Very difficult to get the bikes on and off. Now purchased the Thule 962XT from Eastern Mountain Sports ($104 on a 20% discount special). This is a beautiful piece of equipment. Well made, solid, easy to set up and holds three bikes very securely. The no-sway mechanism works well (this seems to be the primary upgrade from the earlier 962 version which now retails for about $105 without discount) and keeps the bikes at a slight angle away from the car. The bikes sit very firmly in place. Still need to secure the front wheels of the bikes with the supplied cynch cord (I prefer to use long pieces of velcro). Great product. A definite buy.

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The Thule 962XT Speedway 3-Bike Trunk Rack is simple to install, and easy to use. The Thule Speedway has a three bicycle carrying capacity, and a new improved design that greatly increases its number of vehicle fits.
The Thule Speedway utilizes Thule's easy-to-use, patented Fit Dial for the perfect fit and quick installation, and an exclusive push-button feature for folding down bike arms so they are out of your way when not in use. This bicycle rack features Thule's T3 Cradles that lock down bikes and cradles while still allowing complete adjustment along the bike arm, and No Sway Cages that control bike movement to keep your bicycles from colliding, and are removable for ease of use. The Thule Speedway provides you with a super-stable fit to your vehicle with six straps, and has a metallic-silver finish that looks great on any and every vehicle. The Speedway itself weighs only 14 pounds, and has a maximum carrying capacity of 105 pounds.
What's in the Box? 962XT Speedway bike trunk rack, 2 x top straps, 2 x knobs, 2 x side hooks, 2 x bottom straps, 2 x end cap screws, 2 x end caps, 6 x cradle main bodies, 6 x cradle straps, 3 x anti-sway assemblies, 3 x anti-sway straps, and instruction guide
Manufacturer's Warranty Limited lifetime warranty


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Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Thule 914XT Roadway 4 Bike Hitch Carrier Review

Thule 914XT Roadway 4 Bike Hitch Carrier
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This is a great product.
The unit consists of a 1.25 inch receiver and a sleeve that screws onto it to convert it to fit into 2" receiver. It takes a couple of minutes to convert between sizes and is a solid, tight fit in either sized reciever.
This rack does not use the standard pin to hold it into the reciever like most reciever based products. Instead this rack uses a treaded bolt that screws into one of the sides (the center of the hitch is solid metal and is threaded). This actually makes for a very solid attachment with minimal "wiggle". The only drawback to this is that you cannot use a locking reciever pin....hence if you live in a high crime area, it would be possible for someone to use a wrench to take out the bolt and walk off with your bike rack. This is not a issue where I live, but could be for some.
The rack pivots in two places. One pivot is at the bottom allowing you to fold it down about 45 degrees to access a hatchback or rear door on a SUV, etc. (Note this only works when no bikes are attached and is primarily meant to allow you to use your vehicles rear hatch while leaving your bike rack attached). The second pivot is at the top and allows you to fold the rack flush with the back of your vehicle (this allows you to leave it attached and still park in the garage with minimal rear clearance). Basically, the rack is built to allow you to leave it attached all summer and still make full use of your vehicle. The pivot locking mechanisms are easy to release and snap back into the upright position.
This rack uses rubber saddles that you rest your bike frame on. There are rubber straps permanently attached at one end with many slots on the other end. You basically pull the straps over the bike frame and lock the strap in the slot that best fits. I have two adult bikes and two childrens bikes that I travel with. Each of my bikes is of a diffent frame design and style (which would be a challenge for any bike rack), so it took me a while to figure out the best order to place them on the rack. After a little experimentation, I found the right combination.
Overall I love this rack ! It surpassed my expectations and even folds up for easy storage. I have a GMC Denali and I leave the rack on all summer. I can easily fold it down when I need to access the rear door. When the bikes are mounted, I can still open the rear window for access into my vehicle.

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The Thule 914XT Roadway 4-Bike Hitch Mount Rack sets the new standard for performance and ease of use. The Thule Roadway has a four bicycle carrying capacity, and provides you with the perfect combination of security and convenience.
The Thule Roadway utilizes Thule's Stinger Swinger hitch that converts quickly from a two-inch receiver to a 1.25-inch receiver, right out of the box.Manufacturer's Warranty Limited lifetime warranty


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Friday, April 13, 2012

Hollywood Racks HR400 Road Runner 4-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (2-Inch Receiver)) Review

Hollywood Racks HR400 Road Runner 4-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (2-Inch Receiver))
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I bought this rack at least 10 years ago, possibly 11 or 12. It has actually lasted longer than the Explorer I bought it for. I have it on a new Silverado now and it works like a champ. The release was originally appealing because the Explorer had the hatch style door and it allowed me to get into the cargo area without taking the bikes off. Now with the truck, I can still let down the bed gate and not have to take the bikes off the rack.
I have carried everything from mountain bikes to kids bikes to my big fat beach cruiser and it has had no problems with bowing or swaying. It's made out of some type of heavy duty iron with very solid welding. It's not lightweight, but it's not a workout either.
Now the best part: I recently realized that I stripped one of the turn knobs that allows the bars to go up and down. I called customer service and they allowed me to drive over to their facility and pick up a replacement. How cool was that? A lot of these manufacturers will not sell directly to the public, and they did with no problem. What's even better is; as I was standing out front putting on the part, the owner happened to come out to see if I needed help. He even gave me my money back stating stating that since I drove all the way over there and it was a little part, he wouldn't charge. I couldn't believe it! I tried to refuse, but he kept giving me back the payment! I was shocked!

The replacement part works great and I am a loyal customer for life. That type of service is unheard of these days. I was happy enough to just be able to get the part immediately. I know this rack will last another ten years, and hopefully I will be able to get other items from this company.

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Comes with rubber cradles and tie-downs, plus wheel attachment bar. "No wobble" wedge eliminates slack. Includes 9' locking cable. Tilts for easy cargo access.

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Monday, January 30, 2012

Gear Up Grand Stand Single Bike Floor Stand Review

Gear Up Grand Stand Single Bike Floor Stand
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Simply put, I don't feel comfortable parking my road bike on this. I purchased this GrandStand to park my road bike properly in the garage rather than lean it against the wall. But after using it a couple of times I noticed the stand holds the bike in vertical position by the spokes. There is just too much lateral pressure on the spokes especially that the bike tends to go slightly to one side or the other and you can see the spokes temporarily bending by the weight of the bike. There is another thing that I've noticed, depending on the bike derailleur and what gear it's in, when parking the bike with the rear tire, the stand might get between the derailleur and the spokes, pushing the derailleur away from the tire. This might potentially harm the derailleur.
Not wanting to feel that I've wasted my purchased, I tried to use it with my cheap mountain bike, but quickly realized the heavy mountain bike would put even more pressure on the spokes than the road bike.

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The Gear Up™ Grand Stand™ single bike floor stand offers portable, lightweight storage for storing a bike at home, at the office or in a garage. The engineering-grade ABS molded construction is rugged and waterproof and is adjustable to fit most tires up to 2.25".

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Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Hollywood Racks HR410 Road Runner 4-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (1.25-Inch Receiver) Review

Hollywood Racks HR410 Road Runner 4-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (1.25-Inch Receiver)
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The bike rack goes on the car much easier than our old rack used to, with minimal effort. We put 3 bikes on it coming back across the U.S. and it worked very well, with little movement as we kept an eye on it in the mirrors periodically. We were amazed that nothing moved much. It is a good and sturdy product. We've not tried 4 bikes on it, and it would be tight, but manageable I'm sure since we got 3 on, and 2 of them were side by side.

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Featuring durable rubber cradles with anti-sway stabilizers, this heavy-duty rack mounts on a 1.25-inch hitch and holds four bicycles using a lower anti-sway tie-down bar for extra stability. The rack tilts for cargo-area access, and the arms and tie-down bar fold when not in use. The hitch system is "no-wobble/no-tools" and includes a locking pin and 9-foot security cable. The rack carries a limited warranty against defects.
About Hollywood Racks Hollywood Racks started in 1973 when they began making trunk racks in the back of our bike shop in Hollywood, CA. As a retailer, the company knew exactly what people needed: good quality products that were easy to use. They earned a great reputation fast and began selling racks to other dealers, and later to the bike companies. Today, Hollywood Racks builds racks the only way they know how: simple, strong, and secure.
Hollywood Racks are built with top-quality materials including high-strength steel, aircraft-quality fasteners, and thick powder coats to withstand the elements. Generous amounts of padding protect bikes and cars, and all of their products are fully covered with a limited warranty. The company's products continue to receive accolades from all the major outdoor sports magazines, and are in demand by everyone from recreational cycling families to weekend warriors to race teams on the road and off.


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Saturday, December 24, 2011

Delta Rothko Rolling Bicycle Stand Review

Delta Rothko Rolling Bicycle Stand
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The stand assembles in around 10-15 minutes, depending on if you know which pre-drilled holes to use or not. The build quality is reasonable, but the bolts for the casters don't all fit screw in evenly. This doesn't affect the functionality, but seems like something that shouldn't be an issue w/ today's manufacturing technologies.
The casters are great, allowing some movement of the bike and stand without removing the bike.
The only areas of improvement are maybe some better design or feature that further prevents the wheel from tipping/leaning in either direction. Preferably a simple machining or stamping solution as part of the regular manufacturing process that doesn't increase the price would be best.
Compactness is good, too. I have 6 bikes in the garage, and they all store neatly next to each other.
Value, convenience, and size are this stand's strong points.

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Roll your bikes into place with this handy rolling bike stand from Delta Cycle. The Rothko allows easy rearrangement of your bikes in and out of tight spaces with its smooth rolling wheels. It adjusts for any size wheel and will fits road and mountain bikes. Perfect for events and ride meets when you don't want to lean your bike against your car, or for holding your second cyclocross bike in the pits.
About Delta Cycle For more than 20 years, Delta Cycle has created useful cycling products with a mission to make an innovative difference. The company works hard to make their products better and deliver superior value. Delta Cycle offers only a small, concentrated product line that represents the best there is in each category.


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Thursday, December 22, 2011

Thule 518 Fork Mount Rooftop Bicycle Carrier Review

Thule 518 Fork Mount Rooftop Bicycle Carrier
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I have an older Peloton (517) but bought two of the Echelon (518) and really enjoy the difference in quality and ease of use. The head is heavy and sturdy and the locks are easier to reach. Actually, everything else (the tire tray) is about the same as the Peloton - it is the head and the mounting bracket that make them different. The bracket is also extremly solid, securing the carrier completely across the base of the head. The Peloton has more of a U-bolt type of bracket and it always makes me feel as if the bike could wobble a bit at high speed.
I am a faithful Prime member and truly buy most everything from Amazon, including expensive cameras and tools. But for some reason I actually had a couple of returns with this product. I had ordered another Peloton first, but it came with a bolt that was not threaded properly, so I returned it and got an Echelon but it had scratches on the tray, so I returned that also and got the two Echelons at East Providence Cycle, my local bike shop.
Let me also add that no store is more accomodating with returns than Amazon. I am always confident in my purchases that they will be stressfree that way.


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The ultimate in fork mounts, the Thule 518 Echelon Fork-mount Rooftop Bicycle Carrier raises the bar on fork mounts with its new, improved ETC (Equalized Twin Cam) clamping system. The Echelon features a centrally-located cam lever, and a new ergonomic adjustment knob that allows rapid loading and unloading of bicycle, for the ultimate in ease of use.
The Echelon fork-mount rooftop bike carrier fits all disc and suspension combinations with standard nine-millimeter axles. This bike carrier has a dual-lock design that locks both the bike to the carrier, and the carrier to your rooftop rack. The wheel tray fits tires up to 2.6-inches wide with high-profile rims, and carries bicycles with wheelbases up to 48 inches. This system fits both Thule and Yakima load bars, and is Thule One-Key System compatible so you can easily keep it locked and secure without a bunch of extra keys.Please note, locks are not included.
What's in the Box? Echelon head assembly and wheel tray, wheel assembly strap, road-bike adapter, all necessary mounting hardware, and instruction guide.
Manufacturer's Warranty Limited lifetime warranty


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Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Hollywood Racks T970 Fork Block 1 Bicycle Fork Mount Review

Hollywood Racks T970 Fork Block 1 Bicycle Fork Mount
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I bought two of these for what it would have cost to buy one of lesser quality at my local bike shop. I screwed them into a 2x4 to put in the bed of my pickup truck and they work just great. I was surprised at the workmanship quality of this sturdy fork mount. Highly recommend the product.

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This one-bicycle fork block allows a bicyclist to securely transport a bike in a van or in a truck or to securely store a bike just about anywhere, including on a wall. It has a 9-mm skewer that firmly grips a bike's fork and a heavy-duty base that bolts to any solid surface.
About Hollywood Racks Hollywood Racks started in 1973 when they began making trunk racks in the back of our bike shop in Hollywood, CA. As a retailer, the company knew exactly what people needed: good quality products that were easy to use. They earned a great reputation fast and began selling racks to other dealers, and later to the bike companies. Today, Hollywood Racks builds racks the only way they know how: simple, strong, and secure.
Hollywood Racks are built with top-quality materials including high-strength steel, aircraft-quality fasteners, and thick powder coats to withstand the elements. Generous amounts of padding protect bikes and cars, and all of their products are fully covered with a limited warranty. The company's products continue to receive accolades from all the major outdoor sports magazines, and are in demand by everyone from recreational cycling families to weekend warriors to race teams on the road and off.


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Monday, October 31, 2011

Tension Mounted Aluminum Bicycle Rack (Classic Black) (7' - 11') Review

Tension Mounted Aluminum Bicycle Rack (Classic Black) (7' - 11')
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My husband and I recently purchased this aluminum floor-to-ceiling bicycle rack from another website and were very excited when we received it. However, once we started to put it together, we found it VERY DIFFICULT to assemble! The spacer and extenders were manufactured too large to fit in the main body pieces, which made simply sliding the pieces together impossible. Needless to say, we had to use some creative methods of our own to figure out how to get the pieces together, which took a couple of hours. Now that we have the rack assembled (with 4 bikes on it), it seems like it will hold, but it is wobbly when touched. We have concrete floors and ceilings however so the tension aspect of the design works great; it is very secure and isn't going anywhere. We were very dissapointed with the lack of attention paid to making sure the pieces would even fit together properly. Although the end product is good, I would not recommend this product to a friend due to its difficult assembly.

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Keep your bicycles off the floor and out of the way. This sleek and slender bike stand stores up to 2 bikes as is - or add on the extra bike kit accessory to hold one additional bike. No-holes tension adjustment secures the bike rack without hardware or damage to walls or ceiling. Ideal for apartments, condos, garages, homes and anywhere space is limited or permanent markings are prohibited. Adjusts to fit ceilings from 7' to 11'. Storage arms adjust to hold any type of bicycle - straight tube road bikes, slant tube and women's bikes, and even Y-frame bikes. Carbon steel storage arms are soft vinyl-coated to protect your bike's finish. Made of 6063T6 alloy aluminum extrusion 200 lb. weight capacity. .

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Monday, October 17, 2011

Hollywood Racks HR300 Road Runner 3-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (2-Inch Receiver) Review

Hollywood Racks HR300 Road Runner 3-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (2-Inch Receiver)
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Halfway out to Colorado on the rack's maiden voyage, I looked in the rear-view mirror to see the outermost bike tilted at a 30 degree angle. The rubber straps still gripped the bike frame, but one of them had itself slipped off the rack. No wonder the instructions say to be sure to tie the separate fabric strap securely to the frame; this keeps the rubber strap bracket from shaking loose.
Additionally, the two metal arms you see on top are spaced too widely to accomodate many children's bikes.
I haven't checked out any of the competition, to see if they're any better.

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Comes with rubber cradles and tie-downs, plus wheel attachment bar. "No wobble" wedge eliminates slack. Includes 9' locking cable. Tilts for easy cargo access.

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Sunday, September 25, 2011

Yakima Raptor Aero Roof Mount Bike Rack Review

Yakima Raptor Aero Roof Mount Bike Rack
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Easy to assemble. Stable construction. Used it on a cross country road trip in our subaru wagon. worked great. Bikes stade nice and secure whipping down the highway. Would highly recommend for anyone who has rails already on there car so they don't have to spend extra cash on putting in yakima rails.

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The Raptor Aero is the most versatile and user friendly roof rack that Yakima makes yet comes at an affordable price. Being able to fit bikes with 1 to 3 inch diameter downtubes as well as most cross bars makes it an awesome rack. Just secure the two wheel straps and adjust the one knob to hold the frame in place and your on the road. No need to worry your bikes with thru axles and disc brakes are 100 percent compatible as well. . Product ID: 188109, Shipping Exclusion: This item is only available for shipment by UPS to the lower 48 United States. APO, FPO, PO BOX, Hawaii, and Alaska shipments may not be possible for this item. (Please call prior to purchase.), Special Order: This is a Special Order item, will be shipped from the manufacturer, and is not stocked in our warehouse. All Returns/Exchanges are subject to a 20% restocking fee. This item does not qualify for our Price Matching Policy. Order processing time may vary.

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