Yakima RidgeBack 2-Bike Hitch Rack
The Yakima Ridgeback carrier up to 2 bikes and is fully assembled right out-of-the box. Starring the UpperHand\control lever that tilts the rack to make access to your vehicle a cinch. Also includes zero-hassle ZipStrips to secure your bike and folds flat for easy storage.
Product Features
- Tool-free locking SpeedKnob for quick installation locks the rack to your vehicle
- UpperHand lever tilts rack down for vehicle access and folds it flat for storage
- ZipStrips secure bikes to the rack and are fully removable combined with Anti-sway cradles eliminate bike-to-bike contact
- Fits 1.25″ and 2″ hitch receiver
- 2 bike carrier – (L x W x H) 44 x 12 x 16 inches, weight- 32 pounds, Limited Lifetime Warranty
catastrophic failure may have lead to injuries, except luck. I purchased this rack after reading the reviews here. On the first extended trip, and with 108lbs of the 150 lbs limit. this hitch catastrophically failed the vertical tube and arms with the bikes separated from the lower section when it broke off. In 3 lanes of traffic on an interstate at 70 MPH. THE ONLY THING THAT SAVED bikes flying and injuring others was the cable lock I had wrapped through the bikes and to the hitch, thank God for that. I would not buy again and in my opinion they…
Rack bends UPDATE!!!! I never write reviews but I had to as this one is extremely important! The rack broke while driving down the freeway less than a year after purchase. It just broke in two. Look at the pictures. The bikes were scraping on the ground throwing up sparks and severely damaged. It was literally seconds from becoming totally dislodged and causing a serious car accident. I only had 3 bikes on the rack! I asked Yakima for a refund and they told me no as it was not meant to be used on RV’s…
Excellent bike carrier, my choice after thorough analysis Just bought this rack and received it the other day… exactly what I had imagined and seen on reviews. Here, I’ll provide some insight to my decision to help you decide what would be best for you.Background: I need a bike carrier that will handle 4 bikes (adult road bike & children mountain bike) that’s easy to use and not break the bank.First decision point: Roof-rack vs. hitch mounted bike rack. Roof-racks seem more secure but I’ve known so many people who have run…