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Yakima Side Winder Tandem Mount

    Yakima Side Winder Tandem Mount

    • $319.19
    • $399.00*

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    Provides hassle-free loading and a safe, solid transport of tandem bicycles using frame supports rather than wheel trays

    • Firmly holds any type of tandem safely by the fork, padded boom tube cradle and Rattler Straps
    • Convenient one-person loading with easy swing-out skewer arm
    • Features long-throw locking skewer, plus corrosion-resistant finish and hardware
    • SKS compatible; accessory lock housing included

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    Yakima Side Winder Tandem Mount Customer Reviews

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    Yakima Side Winder Tandem Mount
     
    4.7

    (based on 3 reviews)

    100%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Durable (3)
    • Easy to install (3)
    • Stable (3)

    Cons

      Best Uses

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        May

        16

        2010

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Works Great!

        By CycleKayakHikeSki

        from Bellingham, WA

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        Pros

        • Durable
        • Easy to Install
        • Easy to Use
        • Stable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Small SUVs
          • Tandem Bikes

          Comments about Yakima Side Winder Tandem Mount:

          I've used this product to carry our Cannondale road tandem on our Subaru Forester since 2004. I always take the bike on/off the rack myself, without a stool or ladder. I'm 6' slender build. The key is to use the handlebar strap which keeps the front wheel straight, then it is a one-person job.

          I can imagine that if you have a tall vehicle, that using this or any roof rack is more of a challenge. Roof racks in general work better on shorter vehicles, then there's no need for ladders, etc.

          I really like the added safety of the locking fork mount. This is a well designed, well engineered product that allows you to safely take your tandem on road trips that are too far to pedal.

          • Gift:
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          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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          Jan

          9

          2010

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Saves money in the long run.

          By trailgorilla

          from Sandpoint, Idaho

          About Me Avid Cyclist

          Pros

          • Durable
          • Easy to Install
          • Easy to Use
          • Stable

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Small Cars

            Comments about Yakima Side Winder Tandem Mount:

            Great tandem carrier. We have four bike carriers including the DraftMaster (for our tandem recumbent)and have been riding for 45 years. Got the SideWinder so we could use our Honda CRV to drive long distances for rallies instead of using my F-350 diesel truck. Helps to have a small step stool for the back wheel. I fabricated a security lock/cable system to the locking cross bars to make sure no one walks off with the carrier. It also helps if you "off-set" the carrier further "out" on the bars so to avoid hitting your paint with the front chain wheel.

            • Gift:
            • No

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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            Oct

            10

            2007

            (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Great, but take your time when loading!

            By Live life to the fullest...

            from Sterling, VA

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            Pros

            • Does the job
            • Durable
            • Easy to Install
            • Stable

            Cons

              Best Uses

                Comments about Yakima Side Winder Tandem Mount:

                First---be ready to spend some time to load your tandem on this rack. Haste may damage the vehicle, bike, and potential loss of a tandem partner. This is a two person activity, since it requires someone to pivot the fork in place while someone else lifts the bike on to the rear support. I have found that a small ladder helps in getting the bike on the rear support. Once mounted, no worrying about you bike coming off unless you decide to go through a parking garage.

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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