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Item 767985
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| Weight | 42 pounds |
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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.
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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.
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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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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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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!
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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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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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