YAKIMA, RidgeBack Tilt-Away Hitch-Mounted Bike Rack for Cars, SUVs, Trucks and More, Fits 1.25” and 2” Hitches
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Sep 4 – Sep 9
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Style: 4-bike
Features
- Get your bikes on the road without the hassle with the RidgeBack; Carry 2, 4 or 5 traditional geometry bikes to your next ride (slanted top tube bikes require the TubeTop adapter, sold separately)
- Easily access gear in your trunk with the tilt-away design (even with bikes loaded); The UpperHand lever lets you tilt the rack down and fold it flat for low-profile storage
- Protect your bikes from dents and scratches with the anti-sway cradle that eliminates bike-to-bike contact; Zero-hassle ZipStrips secure your bikes to the rack
- Comes fully assembled and installs quickly and easily with no tools required; The SpeedKnob tightens to secure the rack to your vehicles hitch
- Want more peace of mind? Lock your bikes to the rack with the HandCuff locking cable (sold separately) so you can adventure without worry
Description
Your next outing just got easier with the RidgeBack. Choose between 2, 4 and 5 bike capacities. This tilt-away rack provides easy access to your trunk (even with bikes loaded) and neatly folds away for low-profile storage when you’re not using it. It features an anti-sway cradle that minimizes bike-to-bike interference, protecting your bikes from scratches. Simply secure bikes with the zero-hassle ZipStrips and hit the road! The RidgeBack comes fully assembled and is easy to install without tools. Need to carry mountain bikes or other bikes with slanted top tubes? Add the TopTube adapter (sold separately)! Weight: 35 lbs. Dimensions: L 44 in x W 12 in x H 16 in.
Color: Silver
Brand: Yakima
Item Dimensions LxWxH: 44 x 12 x 16 inches
Load Capacity: 35 Pounds
Mounting Type: Hitch Mount
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H: 42.9 x 15.3 x 9.6 inches
Package Weight: 18.53 Kilograms
Brand Name: Yakima
Suggested Users: Unisex-adult
Number of Items: 1
Manufacturer: Yakima
Part Number: 8002458
Style: 4-bike
Size: 4 Bike
Sport Type: Cycling
Date First Available: October 12, 2013
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Style: 2-bike
The reason I didn't give this 5 stars is because of the zip strips that secure the bike. They seem to work fine, and are secure, but I worry over the long term durability both of the zip strips and the latches that secure them. The rack is heavy enough that I worry they will get damaged if left on the rack when it is off the car (if say it fell when leaned against a wall) and I will need to come up with some sort of storage pouch or bag so I don't lose track of them as well as the wheel and safety straps. To be fair, the zip strips are a far better solution than another similar rack that used rubber straps that broke with the first use. I'll be keeping some rope handy until the zip strips have proven themselves. Otherwise, this is a well designed and well made product. The welding is all flawless...I have flown airplanes with welds that looked sketchy by comparison. All the hinge points are snug and rattle-free, and the wedge attachment insures it doesn't rattle in the hitch either. As an example of the thought that went into the design, there is a skeg on the rear underside so that if you bottom out on a dip or steep driveway, the locking knob is kept off the ground...a nice touch that isn't even mentioned. The simple levers to unlock the hinges are very nice. All similar tilting racks I have used require pulling pins that are not conveniently located, and fussing with the position to get the pins back in the holes. The arms will lock down in stowed position, but the whole rack only locks into the travel position, smart, and it makes things easier. This rack is quite a bit taller than a couple of other similar racks I have used. This is important to me because I am very tall, and so ride bikes with very tall frames. A 64cm frame 700C bike hangs on this rack with the tires still 3-4" above the bottom of the rack, and since I bought this for use on a compact with minimal ground clearance, I am glad to not have to worry about my tires dragging on dips, etc. Something not mentioned in the descriptions is that there is a ski/snowboard carrying accessory available if you buy the 4 or 5 bike version, which might be a reason to go for that rather than the two bike one I got. (I think it needs the extra arm length for stability) Also, the spacing is fairly tight, so it might be good to go for extra capacity beyond what you think you need. Depending on seats, bars, racks, etc a particular set of bikes might need an extra space or two. Also, many of the descriptions show the "handcuff" for locking bikes to the rack, but this must be be purchased separately. They don't detract for my use, but potential negative points might be: It IS a heavy mutha! I'm thinking I may want to come up with some tie-down straps for when it is stowed in the back of my hatchback...this thing could cause some serious damage in a wreck. ALL racks of this type are intended for traditional level top-tube diamond framed bikes. You will most likely need an adapter bar for most other frame designs, and some might not even work with that. Full suspension MTBs would be prime suspects for "no-workee". Edit: I decided to purchase some spare zip strips, in case one was lost or broken. The replacement strips don't fit! It turns out my rack was delivered with the cradles/zip strips from a LiteRider rack, which are a bit different. In particular the literider uses a integrally molded hinge point on the latch for the strip, while the Ridgeback latches pivot on a metal roll-pin. This seems more secure. The Ridgeback cradles are currently out of stock at Yakima and all dealers I checked. My suspicion was that Yakima had supply problems, and used Literider parts to cover production needs... shame! The point is to look closely at pictures and compare when buying replacement parts. Edit2: It turns out that Yakima have discontinued the old ridgeback cradles. Only the LiteRider cradles are put on new racks, and the older cradles are not even available as spares...unless you luck out and find a dealer with old stock, but I struck out there.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2016 by KevABQ
Style: 4-bike
Very easy to install and use. Open the box, slide the connector into the trailer hitch, tighten it and you are ready to go. Easily hauled 3 adult bikes over 450 miles, no issues.
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2023 by T. Birnley
Style: 2-bike
The media could not be loaded. This just came today, so haven’t driven around with it, yet. I will say that it’s much more awkward to handle than the older Thule 4 bike rack that I’m replacing. It’s taller and the cups the bike sit in are more shallow. I can already tell that deeper cups would be better, but it’s not the end of the world. Not sure how a short person could manage to get their bike up on this rack. I have an Outback and it’s pretty high up there (higher than the Thule)-I’m 5’9”. I got this rack bc it’s significantly cheaper than Thule (my preference) and it has the zip straps rather than the rubber ones with holes that stretch over a tab. I found the older rubber straps on the Thule were becoming less trustworthy and the cups were sliding which meant the bike was sliding while I was on the highway, so I wanted insurance against anything popping off. My bike pump is in the way of the down tube support. So have to remove that for transport. I’ll have to strap the bike to the rack so it doesn’t swing during transport. All in all, seems like a solid rack, but with the zip straps that totally detach (they could get lost if you drop them) it feels like more work to get the bike on than the Thule, so not a fan of that, but I’m confident the bike will be safe and that’s really what’s important!
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Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2023 by RetailMinimalist RetailMinimalist
Style: 4-bike
This bike rack was a game changer for me. Very strong, sturdy and lasting now 8 years later. The components don't rust, or break down to date. I purchased the ridgeback in 2015 because I was struggling lifting bikes into SUV's without scratching. Being an older guy, lifting the bikes onto the hitch mount rack is very easy and not straining. Being able to lock the rack to my truck is a great feature. The tilt feature allows me easy access into back of truck. You won't regret your purchase. I'm purchasing another ridgeback for my brother. Enjoy !
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Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2023 by Anthony T