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Yakima SwingDaddy Hitch Rack - 4 Bike
$460.00
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Carry your bikes with the king of swing! Yakima SwingDaddy hitch rack lets you access your vehicle without taking bikes off the rack.
- With the Yakima SwingDaddy you can effortlessly pivot the bikes to the side of the vehicle for instant rear access
- Fits all types of bicycles; dual-arm design eliminates the need for top-tube adapters on most bikes
- Padded arms feature fully-adjustable cradles for superior protection and stability
- Intuitive levers with anti-pinch trigger covers makes operating a simple endeavor
- Four bike capacity; fits 2 in. receiver hitches; designed for Class II hitches and higher
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Yakima SwingDaddy Hitch Rack - 4 Bike Specs
Specification | Description |
| Weight | 42 pounds |
Yakima SwingDaddy Hitch Rack - 4 Bike Customer Reviews
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- Easy to install (4)
- Durable (3)
- Easy to use (3)
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- Avid cyclist (4), Casual adventurer (3)
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Pros
- Easy to Install
- Easy to Use
Cons
- Stowable lock cable
Best Uses
Comments about Yakima SwingDaddy Hitch Rack - 4 Bike:
Originally we weren't sure we wanted to spend the extra dollars to get a hitch rack with the swing out feature. After using it, we're glad we got that feature. It made accessing the back of our minivan much easier. Everything works smoothly, no creaky mechanism, exactly as advertised.
Negatives were relatively minor. The stowable lock cable wouldn't retract into the storage hole all the way. Not a big issue, we leave the cable out and lock it to the bike carrier arms for storage. Hope the lock cable storage hole doesn't trap rain and rust out the rack from within. Also, the wrenches that come with the rack aren't very good quality. Use your socket wrench instead.
Overall, easy to install, generally good quality parts, holds bike very securely. It's overkill for the level of our usage but I'd recommend it to anyone who will use their hitch rack often.
Pros
Cons
- Less than expected
- Overpriced
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Comments about Yakima SwingDaddy Hitch Rack - 4 Bike:
Pretty easy to install, heavy construction, feels sturdy.
2 problems – when you swing the carrier to the side with bikes on it, it’s too heavy to secure again. You need to pull off all the bikes anyway, so buy a cheaper one!
Second problem is that with all the new frames on bikes, especially kids, some bikes will not securely fit on large support arms.
Pros
Cons
- Hard to Install or Use
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Comments about Yakima SwingDaddy Hitch Rack - 4 Bike:
OK, this comment isn't about Yakima's innovative design, ease of use or the really cool features it possesses, like the bottle opener on the end of the support bar(that is pretty cool).
NO, this product comment is about the incredible short sightedness of design.
I own one of the most popular SUV's on the planet (Toyota 4Runner) and it has a spare tire mounted underneath the rear cargo space which happens to be close to the rear hitch. My factory trailer hitch mount fits perfectly (of course it would) and is acceptable to pull trailers & U-Hauls... but a bike a Yakima Swing Daddy bike rack? it does not line up and lock into place!
So, if you don't have a spare tire mounted underneath the cargo space OR if you have power tools which can cut through 1/8" steel ( which VOIDS the warranty), THIS MIGHT BE THE BIKE RACK FOR YOU!
I have had Yakima racks since the eary 1990's and have always thought them to be superior to all the other racks on the market but here they have come up short, WAY SHORT!
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Cons
- Doesn't Fit My Car
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Comments about Yakima SwingDaddy Hitch Rack - 4 Bike:
I own a 2007 Jeep Wrangler and it does not fit with the swing away spare tire. Not only is the hitch insert too short, it is recommended not to be used with a hitch extender. Even if you decide to use a hitch extender, you still would not be able to open the swing away tailgate as the spare tire will also hit the top of the rack when extended. Thule fits fine and exchanged for the Thule Swing Away. Be careful with any swing away spare tire or tailgate.
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Pros
- Durable
- Easy to Install
- Easy to Use
- Stable
Cons
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Comments about Yakima SwingDaddy Hitch Rack - 4 Bike:
Only the best Yakima rack available. It has become a permanment fixture on our SUV. Like a carbon emissions talisman reminding us we should be riding more!
Pros
- Durable
- Easy to Install
Cons
- Not 4 full susp bikes
Best Uses
- Road Bikes
Comments about Yakima SwingDaddy Hitch Rack - 4 Bike:
we have tried evryway possible and cannot get our full suspension bikes on the rack...great idea for older bikes but not ours
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Pros
- Durable
- Easy to Install
- Easy to Use
- Stable
Cons
Best Uses
- Large Cars
Comments about Yakima SwingDaddy Hitch Rack - 4 Bike:
I did a bit of research first and, while I debated whether to pay the extra money, in the end, I'm fairly certain I made a good choice. The rack was actually much easier to install than I thought. It feels very solid and the liftgate of our GMC Acadia clears nicely when the rack is swung away. The integrated locking cable could be a bit longer. Also the four bike capacity is dependent on the size of the bikes but overall this claim is plausible. I would have to say I am, so far, pleased with this product.
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