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Old 04-14-2018, 08:35 AM   #6750
bossy22
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Rat Racks went out of business. Rumor is a couple of racks broke and he was difficult to deal with. Wouldn't warranty his work.

I have a 1upusa rack. Awesome rack. My only complaint is that I haul so many different bikes around, I'm always having to adjust the arms, which requires tools. It's an awesome rack if you haul the same bikes consistently. I am ordering a Thule T2 Pro. When that comes in, I will be selling my 1up. I have a double with one add on. I have the fatbike adapters, road bike adapters and the license plate holder.

The only concern with the racks like the swagman, is that a few bike manufacturers won't warranty the frame if it's being clamped by the frame on a bike rack or workstand. BMC being one of them. They have a whole page dedicated to care of your carbon frame. Only fork or wheel mount. Felt, Look and Canyon are a few others I have read about that don't want the frames being clamped by a rack or work stand. It mainly applies to carbon road bikes. They claim it's neglect. So, check your warranty before buying.

The reason I went with the 1up was because at the time, they were the only tray mount hitch rack that would warranty the rack on an RV. I spoke with the Thule rep and the new T2 Pro is also warrantied. Just in case you have an RV.

Last edited by bossy22; 04-14-2018 at 08:51 AM. Reason: RV info
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