Great design and presentation. The issue of fenders being addressed is terrific, as it was my only concern. And, yes, 100% made by people in western Colorado, is a great feeling. I like to support local businesses.
This company told a slight fib... When I ordered my Mach 2 they said there was a 6 month lead time. Wrong... I received it in 5! I installed and tested it on my truck mid week with plans for a relatively short trip on the weekend. No problems. So I drove around town for a couple of days and when it came time to load my bike I discovered the left side cam lever was missing. I can only assume that it wasn't tightened correctly at the factory and vibrated out. I checked virtually all other fasteners on the rack (and there are a ton of them) and all were tight. I used a rachet socket extension as a temporary solution and had no problems. So I took a couple pics and emailed customer support on Sunday evening describing my issue. 6:20 AM Monday I received an email from Eric apologizing for the issue and he is dropping replacement parts in the mail for me. I'm thinking cool, parts will be here in a week or so and I'll be back in business. Nope. Two days! 2 fricken days I had the parts and with a dab of blue locktite was on the road. There is still hope for the USA...5 Star company for sure! Eric Flickinger who posted above... I have an Aventon Aventure (large frame size) ebike. The rack is fitted to a 1997 Dodge Dakota and with the rack in the down position, I do have access to open my tonneau cover but I never lowered the tail gate. I am very concerned about putting that much weight on my axles and rims and have resigned myself to just unloading the bike for access. This is no fault of the rack, my bike is pushing a hundred pounds. I get that this rig is pricey but in my opinion is so worth it for the quality, ease of use, weight capacity, innovativeness and customer service. I am 67 years old and collecting SS... this is the best investment I've made since I bought Apple Computer stock in 1982.
I got the rack back in April. I had to wait about 8 months. I like the modularity and tool free install, makes it very convenient and can store the rack in the trunk if needed. One suggestion is to have an adapter to cradle around the tires more so the bike doesn't tilt over.
I just received my rack! Your video was perfect. I would add a sticker to the ramp hooks saying partial assembly required. Just for us dumber part of the public. :-)
I watched the video. I read your comment. And I bet you I still screw that part up. Why? I am definitely part of the “dumber part of the public”. ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)
@@Rottingboards OMG it was SO EASY. I’m not mechanically inclined really; however, even my dumb 🍑 found it easy peasy to install and remove. I’ll practice later with the ramp and a heavy e-bike. I practiced with my 29 pound Specialized Stumpjumer and it was a cinch. You’ve had yours 10 months longer than I. 10 months later, do you still love it?
I don't like to crack my wallet open...but this rack was worth every penny! The ease of use, light weight, and stability was well worth the money. I love how it does NOT wobble around as I am going down the road. And the safety latch makes me feel at ease. I would love to sell these racks at a bike show...I am such a fan. @@SirJabalot
I just received mine and it's pretty amazing! Is very light and secure as advertised. The only Issue I have is the add on ramp will not lock into place. The hole doesn't line up with the blue lock.
Will this rack work with an Electric Bike Company Model Y bike with fenders? I ask because the fender isn't like what's shown in the video, it has a support wire wrapping around the fender and it has rear reflector on the fender.
I just purchased the the 1 bike rack, an additional rack for a second bike, the ramp and 4 of the wheel locks. Will they all come with the same key set up? I’m hoping so I don’t need to have multiple key for all the different locking points.
Have watched a few videos on this now as I need to upgrade from my Equip D rack to something that can handle more weight after moving from carbon fiber bikes to ebikes. This looks like a great rack as I didn't think I would find anything better than my 1UP and it looks like there is only about a 2 month wait now .......but the one thing I cant find better info on is how secure the rack is connected to the vehicle hitch. I see the spring loaded safety "hitch" pin but how pressing the button on blue lever secures the rack from theft is unclear. I usually have each bike secured with 2-3 locks that would take someone with a grinder 10 min each to remove but do not want someone just pulling the whole rack off car to bypass multi locks on bikes.
Hey Edward, the blue handle controls two expanding pads that tighten inside the hitch receiver. When installed properly, these are tight to the point you cannot remove the rack unless you reduce tension by turning the handle. So the lock prevents the handle from spinning, and thus locks the rack into the receiver. I hope this helps!
I love the brilliant design, the low weight and features. It's a shame you have to be a millionaire to afford an American made bike rack though. This is a much better product IMO than the competing 2 bike options, (loaded with plastic parts), but at 2-3x the cost, it is unfortunately way outside of mine and I'd bet most family's budgets these days. After looking at dozens of other top named racks, this would definitely be the rack I'd buy if I could have afforded it.
Cool rack, I am sure it's pretty solid. My questions is: Why all of the bike rack manufacturers pricing anything they make starting from $400...I mean we get it, they have the know how and all that, but still we also know the cost of raw materials, for such a primitive technology - basically connecting it to a hitch, adding some folding arms - doesn't require a genius to make one of these. I don't understand people hauling $200 bikes on $400+ bike racks...Too expensive just like anything out there...
Because raw materials ARE expensive, CNCing and manufacturing costs are expensive for a small company, esp when this is a niche product. Millions aren't buying from them and due to lack of volume in purchasing said materials, equipment, and staff is a higher costs. Look at cheaper options where they are mass produced wit cheap metals and plastics. This is a premium item, engineered and done by a small handful of people in the US, not in some made to order in places like China or Indonesia where most companies give them designs and orders and hope for the best and requires buying everything in massive bulk to lower costs. There are plenty of cheap Amazon bike racks if you don't mind them falling apart, breaking your bike(s) - which good bikes start at $800 on average alone. Or like you said, you can make your own if you like.
I have no doubt this is quicker than most rigs, but I dunno, that's certainly a lot of moving parts, which in my experience tend to be the points of failure.
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I’m glad you showed how to secure a bike with fenders.
Exactly, that was my only concern.
Great design and presentation. The issue of fenders being addressed is terrific, as it was my only concern. And, yes, 100% made by people in western Colorado, is a great feeling. I like to support local businesses.
This company told a slight fib...
When I ordered my Mach 2 they said there was a 6 month lead time. Wrong... I received it in 5!
I installed and tested it on my truck mid week with plans for a relatively short trip on the weekend. No problems. So I drove around town for a couple of days and when it came time to load my bike I discovered the left side cam lever was missing. I can only assume that it wasn't tightened correctly at the factory and vibrated out. I checked virtually all other fasteners on the rack (and there are a ton of them) and all were tight.
I used a rachet socket extension as a temporary solution and had no problems.
So I took a couple pics and emailed customer support on Sunday evening describing my issue. 6:20 AM Monday I received an email from Eric apologizing for the issue and he is dropping replacement parts in the mail for me. I'm thinking cool, parts will be here in a week or so and I'll be back in business.
Nope.
Two days! 2 fricken days I had the parts and with a dab of blue locktite was on the road.
There is still hope for the USA...5 Star company for sure!
Eric Flickinger who posted above... I have an Aventon Aventure (large frame size) ebike. The rack is fitted to a 1997 Dodge Dakota and with the rack in the down position, I do have access to open my tonneau cover but I never lowered the tail gate. I am very concerned about putting that much weight on my axles and rims and have resigned myself to just unloading the bike for access. This is no fault of the rack, my bike is pushing a hundred pounds.
I get that this rig is pricey but in my opinion is so worth it for the quality, ease of use, weight capacity, innovativeness and customer service.
I am 67 years old and collecting SS... this is the best investment I've made since I bought Apple Computer stock in 1982.
Thanks for the kind words. It keeps us pushing forward as we grow and learn. Cheers!!
OMG that license plate "quick"-swap is slick !
I got the rack back in April. I had to wait about 8 months. I like the modularity and tool free install, makes it very convenient and can store the rack in the trunk if needed. One suggestion is to have an adapter to cradle around the tires more so the bike doesn't tilt over.
I just received my rack! Your video was perfect. I would add a sticker to the ramp hooks saying partial assembly required. Just for us dumber part of the public. :-)
I watched the video. I read your comment. And I bet you I still screw that part up. Why? I am definitely part of the “dumber part of the public”. ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)
LOL, have fun with your new bike rack. Let me know if you also loved it. @@SirJabalot
@@Rottingboards OMG it was SO EASY. I’m not mechanically inclined really; however, even my dumb 🍑 found it easy peasy to install and remove. I’ll practice later with the ramp and a heavy e-bike. I practiced with my 29 pound Specialized Stumpjumer and it was a cinch. You’ve had yours 10 months longer than I. 10 months later, do you still love it?
I don't like to crack my wallet open...but this rack was worth every penny! The ease of use, light weight, and stability was well worth the money. I love how it does NOT wobble around as I am going down the road. And the safety latch makes me feel at ease. I would love to sell these racks at a bike show...I am such a fan. @@SirJabalot
Mine just arrived yesterday. After my morning ☕ I’m headed outside to practice putting it on and taking it off.
Reply to myself: It was SO EASY. I didn’t practice with the ramp. But installing and removing is a breeze. I’m going to love this thing,
Great vid, thanks! I ordered one, now I just have to wait...
Very nice product. Will be ordering soon 😊
I just received mine and it's pretty amazing! Is very light and secure as advertised. The only Issue I have is the add on ramp will not lock into place. The hole doesn't line up with the blue lock.
Will this rack work with an Electric Bike Company Model Y bike with fenders? I ask because the fender isn't like what's shown in the video, it has a support wire wrapping around the fender and it has rear reflector on the fender.
I just purchased the the 1 bike rack, an additional rack for a second bike, the ramp and 4 of the wheel locks. Will they all come with the same key set up? I’m hoping so I don’t need to have multiple key for all the different locking points.
is this bike rack good for Tesla Model Y?
I heard some complaints that it will get stick due to the tight gap to reach the red lever
Need a video on how to remove an ad on rack....mine seems stuck but I can't confirm
Can the ramp be used on either end?
Best rack out there! Saving up to get one in a year or so 🤞🏽
Have watched a few videos on this now as I need to upgrade from my Equip D rack to something that can handle more weight after moving from carbon fiber bikes to ebikes. This looks like a great rack as I didn't think I would find anything better than my 1UP and it looks like there is only about a 2 month wait now .......but the one thing I cant find better info on is how secure the rack is connected to the vehicle hitch. I see the spring loaded safety "hitch" pin but how pressing the button on blue lever secures the rack from theft is unclear. I usually have each bike secured with 2-3 locks that would take someone with a grinder 10 min each to remove but do not want someone just pulling the whole rack off car to bypass multi locks on bikes.
Hey Edward, the blue handle controls two expanding pads that tighten inside the hitch receiver. When installed properly, these are tight to the point you cannot remove the rack unless you reduce tension by turning the handle. So the lock prevents the handle from spinning, and thus locks the rack into the receiver. I hope this helps!
@@quikrstuff Thank You for quikr reply!
this rack does not have turn signal, brake lights and license plate lights. Therefore you can and will be ticketed in many places in US.
Not yet...
Very nice
I love the brilliant design, the low weight and features. It's a shame you have to be a millionaire to afford an American made bike rack though. This is a much better product IMO than the competing 2 bike options, (loaded with plastic parts), but at 2-3x the cost, it is unfortunately way outside of mine and I'd bet most family's budgets these days. After looking at dozens of other top named racks, this would definitely be the rack I'd buy if I could have afforded it.
Cool rack, I am sure it's pretty solid. My questions is: Why all of the bike rack manufacturers pricing anything they make starting from $400...I mean we get it, they have the know how and all that, but still we also know the cost of raw materials, for such a primitive technology - basically connecting it to a hitch, adding some folding arms - doesn't require a genius to make one of these. I don't understand people hauling $200 bikes on $400+ bike racks...Too expensive just like anything out there...
Because raw materials ARE expensive, CNCing and manufacturing costs are expensive for a small company, esp when this is a niche product. Millions aren't buying from them and due to lack of volume in purchasing said materials, equipment, and staff is a higher costs. Look at cheaper options where they are mass produced wit cheap metals and plastics. This is a premium item, engineered and done by a small handful of people in the US, not in some made to order in places like China or Indonesia where most companies give them designs and orders and hope for the best and requires buying everything in massive bulk to lower costs. There are plenty of cheap Amazon bike racks if you don't mind them falling apart, breaking your bike(s) - which good bikes start at $800 on average alone. Or like you said, you can make your own if you like.
No brake light? Just a plate holder
I have no doubt this is quicker than most rigs, but I dunno, that's certainly a lot of moving parts, which in my experience tend to be the points of failure.