1up USA bike rack review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 ก.ค. 2024
- 1up Rack review. After months of owning the new rack, I compare it to Thule, Kuat, and other racks I have owned.
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*Really great **Latest.Bike** trunk mount rack! Works well with my Honda civic & the price is affordable. Would recommend ✔*
I'm from West Michigan too! Grew up in Muskegon and went to GVSU. Now in LA. Don't miss those Michigan winters! haha
Your lucky! I do like the four seasons but winter gets old
Go Bulldogs!
A few other things (pros) that you didn't mention that I think are relevant and make this rack much better than Kuat or Thule. 1) locks that go through the ratcheting arms and the bike wheels to secure the bikes and prevent them from being stolen. Although options, they are relatively inexpensive and can be common keyed. They are much more secure than the little cable locks that the other manufacturers use. 2) You can run the rack as a single, double, or triple (in some models quad). They are easy on/off depending on what you need and they have the same optional locks that you can use to prevent them from being stolen. 3) For those who don't keep the rack on all the time, they have an optional piece that you can attach to the garage wall and mount the folded rack to when not in use. This is the best option that I've seen to keep your rack out of the way. 4) I bought the 1.25" receiver, but it came with a 2" adapter. This is great if you have a car and SUV or truck that you mount it too. Again adds versatility. 4) The ratcheting system for the bikes secure both wheels, don't touch the frame or wheels, and allow you to load and unload the bikes much quicker. 5) Many would complain about the locks, tilt mechanism, etc. being extras/costing more money. However, even after I purchased all of these accessories/extras, I still paid 100-200 less than the comparable Thule or Kuat. 6) You mentioned that the connectors are not aluminum and might corrode. When you look at this unit, every individual little part is available on the 1UP website. So if you break a piece or just need to replace a worn or corroded part, they are available.
I've had Thule, Kuat, and Yakima. The build quality and user flexibility with the 1UP is far superior to me. Plus...it is made in Wisconsin, USA!!!
for sure! All great points!
Great review, thanks!
Thanks! Still loving the rack!
I sure wish one of you guys making these videos on the 1up rack do a video on how to secure a bike to the rack so the bike won't get stolen
the arms that hold the wheels have holes that you can us 1up locks to secure the bike.
Use a rubber coated heavy duty chain threaded around the bike frame wheels and 1 Up Bike Rack. This will be a lot more secure than any other scenario.
Easy. Don't leave bikes on a rack and it won't get stolen. I know its a stupid non-answer but really, if someone is determined enough, they can break any lock on your rack. Just keep an eye on your bikes during rest stops and take the bikes off when you dont need it to be on a rack.
I use the OneUp pin locks on the arms for anytime I have to leave the bike on for a short period (quick stop at the grocery store) & I add 2 Kryptonite chains (1 between bikes, if 2, & 1 from that chain, or single bike, to the main support beam) if I need better security.
Sweet Salsa! 👍
There should be a hole in for you to put a padlock on in front of the allen bolt that they would have to cut before they access the allen bolt.
There's two holes in front of the hex key hole that you run a pad lock through keeping the haters from taking the entire rack.
Thank you
Thanks for the review! How much of a pain was the conversion for fat bikes?
Not bad at all. Maybe 30 minutes-45 minutes worth of work with some basic tools.
Great video! Do you think that it would rub on the ground if placed on a Beetle? Thanks!
Should be fine!
Do you have the heavy duty or super duty as I don’t know which one to get? Also, have you noticed the black scratches easily? Oh, and is it lifetime warrant?
I am pretty sure Super Duty
Nice Video. Do you have a 2019 Forester? I am looking at purchasing this rack for my new 2019 Forester but can't find a hitch that fits. Is this a after market hitch or did it come installed with the car?
Aftermarket local hitch installer "hitches by George". Did the same thing on my Crosstrek, works great!
Do you know what model/make the hitch is?
I got a Draw-Tite for my 2019 Forester. www.etrailer.com/hitch-2019_Subaru_Forester.htm#/
1up didn't think about it when they were designing the rack and once the new and improve mach2 came out, they added the easy pull. that's all.
Anyway to install a pin?
Have you had any problems with the exhaust heating up the rack parts or bike parts? I have a 17 Forester XT and i purchased a Saris 4 platform rack but i have replaced the first level tire holders a few times now because its right in line with the exhaust, it melts the plastic after long drives. From what you can tell are there any parts that could be affected from the exhaust?
No, the rack is aluminum and for my understanding aluminum does not hold heat. Also have not had any issues with tires or bike parts in exhaust line. the cathedral style of the rack seems to put the bikes nice and high
For about $25 or $50 installed, many muffler shops will put a 45 or 90 degree exhaust bend on. I had it done on a trip to NY from Maine when we used a tray rack to carry our luggage since we had 6 people in the Highlander. Worked awesome.
Just remove the entire locking ball bearing pin setup completely and have your rack's hitch bar connector cross-drilled through, from anywhere between a 1" to 1 & 1/8th" single hole... depending on the thread size of the key-locking hitch-pin you have? Continuing to use the factory ball bearing/long pin setup that is included on this rack for "security" purposes doesn't work because the alley key bolt just naturally comes loose on its own when you're driving. Not only that, the most current model of this rack have a slotted hitch pin hole where the slot (from the front to the back of the hitch bar) of your rack is like 4 inches long. Thus, from an engineering standpoint, the rack could still easily loosen up and be pulled out of its "secured" spot but not come completely out? In-turn, if and when the rack does so... the rack + your bike(s) could be dragging the ground behind you while you drive and you would never know it if you had your radio volume up and/or you never looked in your rear view mirror?
This is what I had done to mine to keep it from the factory-installed custom alley key bolt setup consistently loosening as a result of driving while going over numerous bumps in the road. Then, because I had completely removed the factory-installed ass-end of the ball bearing/long pin setup... I just got a completely flat, metal connection bracket that connects 2 large flat wooden fence posts together and cross-drilled the flat bracket at the proper length from the open-end of my vehicle's hitch to align with the dead center of the factory hole on my hitch. Thus, the flat metal fence connector bracket is now being used as a "shim" to keep the entire rack from wobbling and it does a pretty damn good job!
FYI... the flat, metal fence connector bracket that I found to be eventually used as a shim was found in the "Wood & Fence" lumber section at the far end of Home Depot.
I have the same car as you! Does the double affect the backup camera and blind spot monitoring???
Back up cam, no! Bike when bikes are on obviously it messes with the detection when you put your blinker.
I am contemplating of getting a 1up single rack only for my mountain bike but I am just concern that the handlebar might hit the rear window. Do you think there is a possibility of that happening or the clearance is just good enough? By the way I am using a Mazda cx5. Thanks and great vid! 😀
Not at all
@@AdventureswithREMAX Thanks a lot =)
Is this a single rack with an add-on tray? OR is this double rack version?
This is a double and I have the single add-ons
I just purchased this rack and it now comes with slots on the side of the male hitch and a locking pin that goes through the receiver (male & female). This seems to prevent the rack from accidentally falling off or getting stolen by unscrewing the ball-cam mechanism. Note that I am referring to the 2" Super Duty Single (although all the 2" models seems to have it). The 1.25-2" version does not appear to have this feature so if it's important check the website pics/descriptions. I like the rack a lot so far.
I do have that spot where you can vertically put a pin in. Mine did not come with one. My point is also just trusting that method of keeping the rack in. Like I said we must be heavily tested in okay but I'm just used to putting a horizontal cotter pin into hitches.
@@AdventureswithREMAX The super Duty actually has the ability to have a lock go thru horizontally. thru the hitch and rack. I don't think it would fit a regular hitch pin as the diameter of the lock pin looks smaller. Been looking into this rack and was concerned about the same thing and thats what I found out about the super duty.
@@OriginalSithMonkey I just got my super duty last week and noticed the same thing. It does not have the extended square shank to install a vertical lock behind the hold down bolt now either.
What are the "a lot of reasons" you mentioned you'd choose this rack over the Kuat?
the fact that you can stack bikes and have them not touch each other with all of the adjustments up and down left and right with the cathedral. the fact that you can add one extra piece at a time so you can have 3 or 4 bikes. Very lightweight and aluminum. I've had some issues with the kuat gumming up with the j hooks where the arm would not ratchet down. Especially in the cold. Storage is much easier with the 1up than the kuat hanging it on the wall. Nothing is touching anything but a tire which on the kuat sometimes you rub the fork. And and and
who makes that special lock that secures it around where chains go?
It looks like all of the current racks now come with a hitch pin lock. :)
What happens if your tire goes flat? Serious question. Like if it loses air from an unknown puncture from the trail?
I had the same question.
I was wondering also about the tire going flat, a friend of mine lost his bike and his thinking was that the tire went flat and the bike came out. It wasn’t the one up rack but similar
With a mtb/fatbike, you can tighten it enough to bring it home flat. With a road or narrow gravel, it might damage the rim if tightened enough.
I unknowingly had a leaking tubeless rear tire, & my bike was loose, but never came close to falling off when I got home.
The so called Cheap nylon Strap Holds the rack system from a Hook on the ceiling . No way is it going to break : It's woven Nylon : You can cut it , but you could tow a car with it also: I have used my nylon Strap from 1up wrapped around a chain to haul big Branches into a Burn Pile Works GREAT!!!!!!
Do u know if u buy the single, can you still add all the way to 4 bikes with the add ons?
Don't know actually
Any updates on the pull handle if it comes standard now yet or not?
don't think it's standard yet
I've had my 1up for about a month now and it did come with the slotted opening for the hitch pin to go in horizontally which sets my mind at ease about this rack falling off. They even included the locking hitch pin. I also bought the heavy duty "not super" double bike rack and am considering the ez handle addon. I will most likely be getting a 3rd bike addon eventually. Are you able to keep that ez handle on your rack when the addon is installed? The majority of time I will keep my rack as a two bike with occasionally adding on the 3rd and would rather not have to buy a 2 bike ez handle and a 3 bike ez handle. I think the EZ handle should be sold as a kit that can be used either way. Very informative video, I love my rack so far. I get lots of compliments on my rack. Lol
Thanks! Love the rack still! You do have to take of extended handle for putting on 3 place section. I haven't done this yet, but I don't think the extended piece will work with the 3 place add on. When you get a buddy with the same race you can each buy the extra one potion and share when you need both! Subscribe to the channel we will keep similar videos coming!
Michigander here too!! I'm on the market for a bike rack, I have a Mazda 3 with a 1 1/4in hitch. It seems that the 1up is the bike rack to have but to be honest I don't like the 1up business model, they don't have the locking pin which is terrifying plus all these accessories at an extra cost on an already super expensive rack plus charging you extra for black :(. Even all that I think I'll order one today given the fact of all the good reviews out there, including youts. I'm think I'll get the quick rack from them, I was thinking to go with the EquipD but I don't think it offers more. Any other things to consider before pulling the trigger? I also looked into the Kuat but it seems that you like the 1up better and everyone else does too.
Equip D has a more accessible release mech which works if you add on trays
David Which one did you end up getting? And is it worth it ?
@@arturososa4240 I ended up getting the 1up.
I don't like to admit it but it is a really good one. No issues at all and super easy to mount and un mount the bikes.
@@arturososa4240 also, I got the basic one not the equipd
I'd love some feedback on the 4 bike setup. Is it too big, or is it manageable?
I have only used it with 3rd bike attachment. Very manageable.
It isn't available in the model that he was showing. The heavy duty or super duty has a larger capacity (weight) and can be upgraded to 4. Check out their website.
@@mikebrown5117 I've actually bought the double + 2 extensions since posting this. But I've only rarely used it with all 4 on.
There's a certain amount of flex that can be quite distressing if looking at the rear camera view while going over bumps. But it's like wings on a passenger airplane. I'm sure the engineers are fully aware of the flex. As long as you know you made it tight, better to just not look at the wobble.
Will this work with bikes with permanent front and rear alloy fenders?
It for sure depends on how far the fender goes to the front and back. 1up themselves might be able to tell you if you tell them wheel size and length of fender
There is a kit you can get from 1up that is a Fender Cushion.
www.1up-usa.com/product/fender-cushion/
They include lockable Hitch pins on the 2022 models
Great to know
Is there even a hole to accommodate a hitch pin?
Also, did you get this online or are there local dealers?
Always shop local at your bike shops when you can
@@AdventureswithREMAX are you from west Michigan? If so, what local shop did you use? I usually use Freewheeler, but I've never seen a hitch rack in there. But I've also never asked them if they had access to them.
Model?
Can you still use the pull handle with the third bike rack setup?
You in theory could but you'd have to reach underneath. When you buy theEZ pull system you specify how many trays will be on it. They sell handles separately for 2-4 trays that can be swapped out.
@@TheGeoffreyDyck Thank you
Im worried my e bike pedal may damage my vehicle if it rattles or vibrates too close to tail gate
im considering removing the pedal while transporting bike
I don't think this will be a problem
That handle should not be an option.For what these racks cost, that is lame.
I totally agree and you also have to buy all the locking pins separate if you want their "security" feature. I am stupefied that 1 Up does NOT include locking pins and the EZ handle with the purchase. In spite of such I did buy a 1 Up rack so I would have a 4 place rack that was solidly made. I let them know what I thought of their pricing.
@BHShaman The rack does comes with a handle. The creator of the video is incorrect that you would have to reach down and pull the pin out at the hinge. The normal handle is located under the first bike tray, and the extension slots into the existing release handle so you can have easier access at the outside of the rack, rather than under it.
@@RonnieJful 1UP includes a slotted hitch bar lock with the sale of any rack, so I don't understand the complaint? Also, I don't know how you expect an all-metal USA-made bike rack to come in at a cheaper price point than racks from the heavily subsidized import market.
@@ktakashismith The D-equip comes with a handle. The standard does not.
@@BHShaman Incorrect. There is a release handle under the first tray of both the heavy and super duty racks (the EZ-handle add-on just places a release mechanism at the outside edge of the last tray, whether you have two, three or four trays). The stock release mechanism is the black horizontal bar with the vertical bronze collar, which is attached directly to the locking mechanism on the pivot hinge. You pull that horizontal bar, and your rack can be tilted up and down. All 1UP racks come with a release mechanism that allows you to tilt the rack up or down.
Weight capacity of rack. We have ordered a couple electric bikes that wit=ght 92 pounds each
Looks like 50lbs each bike capacity. So 2 place 100 lbs etc...
@@Markdeeringteam Thank You, we may have to go with a motorcycle carrier
I've had mine for about 3 yrs not a bad system but when it's folded up with no bikes it completely blocks ur license plate, HOW DID I FIGURE IT OUT I DIDN'T THE COPS DID
LOL! no problem with that on my end yet
Would you still.purchase that rack over the Kuat NV 2.0?
For sure! Easier, lighter, and you can have no bikes touch at all.
I just LOST my 1-up. The entire rack fell off. Our 1-up had a Velcro strap to try to keep it from falling off if the rack came loose. It did not work. We lost two bikes accessories, tools and the rack. Over $6 grand in all. VERY DISAPPOINTED.
DonDiegoAS Hey I was right behind you : Why in the world didn't you notice you were dragging it ? You must have went down teh road a Mile before it came loose completely. What a dummy. : Thanks for the gear
RIGHT..........
1-UP now has added a slot to the rack to allow a traditional hitch pin to be used. I can only suspect they have had an issue of racks coming loose and falling off. With this addition, I would not be afraid to buy this rack. I actually liked the rack a lot.
@@DonDiegoAS It was a serious question Hw could you actually ose your Bikes and rack ?? You didn't notice it fell off ? It would have made all kinds of nose : Maybe even back lashed and hit your car on the side :
At the very least it would have caused a Pile up. Yet somehow you lost everything Never to be found again?
@@cramerlong2276 Cramer, that is more of a serious question. But to bs and say you followed me and the bikes were dragging for a mile is bs.
With how the rack was made, nothing would drag, nothing would make any noise. When the rack shank leaves the receiver, the rack would fall and go wherever. There would be nothing else holding it to the receiver and vehicle. Nothing to make it 'back-lashed'. I spoke with a driver following us and this is exactlly how he described it.
I would feel so much better if it had a pin rather than that Allen wrench system
Me too, but still totally fine, daily use!
They now have a slot in the hitch for the pin that they send with the rack.
I will add that I have the 2" hitch so I am not sure about the smaller hitch.
@@RonnieJful Great to know!
@@RonnieJful The 1 1/4" hitch does not. I called and was told it would compromise it due to the ball-tightening mechanism already there. I believe his words were something like, "...just not enough room in there."
Doesn't matter.... how good or bad it is. It's constantly OUT OF STOCK.
Buyer beware I will post video. Miss leading warranty. I will post video on my issues an experience
Where's that video?
David Hernandez I’ll put it back up it was removed.
Maybe someone should blow their nose before they hit record....
2 stars for poor camera work. Filming the wratcheing so up close that we cannot see what you are doing. It is left up to the imagination. That is the whole point of VIDEO.
What hubs do you run on the cannonade?
Industry nine!