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Yakima HighLite 3 Hitch Bike Rack

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The Yakima HighLite 3 hitch bike rack is a breeze to use! Lightweight construction makes it hassle-free to install, while integrated lock keeps bikes safe.

SwitchBlade anti-sway bike cradles eliminate bike-to-bike contact and bike-to-vehicle contact
Intuitive levers with anti-pinch trigger covers make operating a simple endeavor; arms fold down for easy storage
Once bikes are removed, hitch mount tilts away for instant rear-of-vehicle access
Fits most types of bicycles; top-tube adapter sold separately to carry odd-shaped frames
Integrated security cable included so you can lock bikes to rack
Includes a hitch lock to lock rack onto your hitch
Yakima HighLite 3 hitch rack comes with 2 integrated bottle openers
Fits 2 in. and 1.25 in. receiver hitches; designed for Class II hitches and higher

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Yakima HighLite 3 Hitch Bike Rack Customer Reviews

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Yakima HighLite 3 Hitch Bike Rack

3.0

(based on 6 reviews)

50%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Lightweight (5)
Durable (4)
Easy to install (4)

Cons

Best Uses

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid cyclist (3), Casual/ recreational (3)
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Jul

2012

(2 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

DOES NOT FIT CLASS 1 HITCHES

By Kicking And Screaming

from Walnut Creek, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Cons

Doesn't Fit My Car

Best Uses

Comments about Yakima HighLite 3 Hitch Bike Rack:

The box says it fits 1 1/4" and 2" hitches, but what you don't find out until you crack open the box is that it only supports class 2 hitches. We have a class 1 1 1/4 hitch on a Prius and the safety pin won't line up.

I wish I saw the other review with the same problem before purchasing. I am returning this rack tomorrow. Supposedly the Thule Helium is Class 1 compatible so we will be trying that.

What also really bothers me is after talking with REI staff at both the Concord and Berkeley stores about this rack they never indicated there could be a problem.

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Jun

2012

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

EZ PZ! Great design with useful options

By Prairie Skye

from Minneapolis, MN

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Durable
Easy to Install
Easy to Use
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Road Bikes

Comments about Yakima HighLite 3 Hitch Bike Rack:

I highly recommend this rack for how easy it is for one person to install, load, operate and uninstall! It can be put on or taken off the car in less than 20 seconds. The design is simple and super lightweight. After looking over several *much heavier* options, the main reason I decided on this model over others was because I knew I would be able to load it up alone with confidence(no asking hubby or son for help!) Just throw the rack & bike on and go. Nice features include the built in lock system, locking hitch, folding arms and the ability to tilt it out of the way to open the back hatch. My suggestion is to get the 3 spot rack. Even if you never carry it at capacity, it helps to have the extra room when configuring different types of bikes on the rack together. Happy trails!

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May

2012

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Nice and Light

By IndyK

from Indianapolis, IN

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Durable
Easy to Install
Easy to Use
Lightweight
Stable

Cons

Best Uses

Class I hitch
Jetta Sportwagen
Small Cars

Comments about Yakima HighLite 3 Hitch Bike Rack:

Wow. So light. Not featherweight, but so much lighter than our original Yakima with similar features. I have no problem taking it off the car when needed. Not that I really need to. With the flick of a latch the arms fold up or down and with the lift of a knob, the rack tilts out of the way so I can load stuff in the back of the sportwagen (groceries, dogs, etc). Our old Yakima used a pin system which could be extremely stubborn. The upright was also heavy and hard to maneuver. This is a nice, light, three bike carrier and the arms and upright move like silk. So far it seems pretty stable, too. It even comes with ties to keep the bike wheels from rubbing during travel. My only concern is that the arm release latch is plastic. I could see that wearing over time. The previous metal pin system, while a pain in the tuckus, was very hefty. Only time will tell if this rack is as hefty and long lasting as its older cousin.

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Nov

2011

(4 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Doesn't fit 1 1/4 class one hitch

By quisque4

from Chicago area

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Lightweight

Cons

Doesn't Fit My Car
Doesn't fit my hitch

Best Uses

Comments about Yakima HighLite 3 Hitch Bike Rack:

I emailed Yakima before purchasing with details about my hitch and the ability of the Highlite 3 to carry three bikes with my 1 1/4 in class 1 hitch and got a positive response. But it would not fit. Tongue would not go into the receiver far enough to insert the safety pin. When I called to find out if I was doing something wrong, the initial response was that this type of hitch was not supported despite what the specs say. After a few moments the support person indicated that the sheet does support this type of hitch, but that a restraining screw in these hitches prohibits inserting the tongue all the way and they don't recommend removing that restraint, hence it won't fit and couldn't be made to fit.

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Jun

2011

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Easy to install, OK to load

By cblatt

from Pittsburgh, PA

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Pros

Durable
Easy to Install
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Yakima HighLite 3 Hitch Bike Rack:

I can install or remove this rack from my car in under 30 seconds and it is easy to carry in one hand with gear in the other. The built in cable lock is also a nice feature. Loading bikes (29er Mt bikes) is not the easiest since the brackets are so big but I can fit two on there with no problem. Have yet to put 3 on but it should not be a problem if you space the brackets out enough. The rubber straps take some effort to latch and do not have much stretch to them. Hopefully they will break in with more use. Once on the rack, the bikes and the rack seem very secure. I am happy with my purchase.

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May

2011

(4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

Annoying to load bikes

By RobCurtis

from San Jose, CA

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Pros

Durable
Easy to Install
Lightweight

Cons

Capacity
Hard to use

Best Uses

Comments about Yakima HighLite 3 Hitch Bike Rack:

The rack itself is well built and goes on easy. I mostly liked the construction and locking mechanism.The first issue is the mounting system. I have very standard road bikes, and they never quite fit in the plastic mounts properly (interference from cable guides, etc.) The rubber straps are VERY stiff and hard to use while the plastic on the mounts is very pliable. I always feel like I'm going to break it when putting a bike on.The second and largest issue is capacity. I can't get 2 bikes on it without removing a wheel, and there is no way I could get 3 bikes on there. The handle bars and seats interfere with each other. I'm not sure what type of bike this was designed for, but it doesn't work with my road bikes at all.