RockyMounts

GuideRail 2-Bike Hitch Rack

Best Rack

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

I researched all racks and i landed on this one

Top notch rack

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

I bought this a couple months ago and it is the perfect rack. Very well built, easy to use, made in Colorado. We were using a cheap rack initially for our car (swagman xtr) and it was easy and functional but after getting rear ended we needed a new one. We splurged a bit on this rack and now realize it should have been the first choice! It’s so simple to load and unload the bikes. The rack tilts down so u can open your trunk if you have one, doesn’t block the plate when up (if that matters), and even comes with a heavy duty bike lock to secure your bikes to the rack. It also comes with a lock for hitch pin. Great rack!

Frustrating

During the install process on a new Land Cruiser, the hitch receiver bolt would not fit - it was too small. Reading online, this is a common problem with modern receivers that are larger. I contacted Rocky Mounts and the solution is to purchase another larger bolt from them. Seems like this larger bolt should be included in the installation hardware as it happens frequently. So now spending extra money and waiting on a new bolt before I can use the hitch rack. I have a kuat rack also. Their customer service is great about sending part replacements free of charge.

Works perfectly

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Assembled in 15 minutes. Have not noticed any sway while driving. Included security features are as good as you can get. A little pricey, but got mine with a 20% off coupon so it was a no-brainer. Also, shoutout to the gearheads at CC who are the best!

Great Rack

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

RockyMounts makes really nice bike racks with similar features and lower prices than other major brands. Setup and install is super simple and it does exactly what it’s supposed to do.

excellent rack for carbon bikes

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Pros: doesn't touch carbon frame. It locks onto tires. Carbon is extremely vulnerable to rubbing so a rack that grips frame will not damage carbon on long drives. Outstanding at locking bike in place. Tilt functions are awesome. Has feature that prevents rack from moving around in hitch. Works great. I really like this rack. I bought it because a bike company executive (who has deals with all the rack companies) stated it works great with carbon bikes. My son has owned this rack for years and loves it as well. Cons: extremely heavy and bulky. Overall: I really like this rack particularly for carbon-frame bikes. If I didn't have carbon, I might consider others just because of the weight.

Similar to One Up but better made

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

A few of my friends have One Ups and this Rocky Mounts version feels like a more polished product. The hefty included chain that locks into the rack itself is a bonus.

Perfect fit and built like a tank

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

No wobble with the pin setup, and super easy to put on, fold up etc. The included chain is super overkill too

Excellent Rack

Height:

5' 7"

Weight:

157

Solid construction, great function and aesthetics. Very happy.

So far so good

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Before penning down this review, I had the opportunity to use this rack about four times. Having experienced various other types of racks, I can confidently say that this one stands out. Not only is it quick and easy to securely mount your bike, but it also boasts the best aesthetics among its competitors. The rack is predominantly metal, with plastic only used for the notches that secure the arms in the lock position on the bike. I’ve been using it with my 48-pound Specialize Levo comp electric full suspension. While there’s a bit of wobble when driving over bumps with the bike mounted on the rack, it seems to be a normal occurrence given that the arms holding the bike in place are positioned over the tires. The rack comes with a fairly heavy chain, but the latch it attaches to feels somewhat flimsy. It’s sufficient to deter a casual passerby, but a seasoned thief might not be so easily dissuaded. Highly recommended,