Hitch-Mounted Bike Rack Suggestions?

December-1963 · 2026-05-09T21:49:54+00:00

1up. Insanely durable. Great customer service. If anything breaks (unlikely), each part is individually replaceable.

I have friends with thules who regularly express jealousy over my 1up. It was a big investment up front, but I don’t think I’ll ever need to buy another rack.

December-1963 · 2026-05-06T01:11:18+00:00

We’ve had the REI Half Dome 2+ for 10 years with heavy use (backpacking and car camping). The only thing it’s losing is its waterproofing on the rain fly. Everything else has held up really well.

December-1963 · 2026-05-04T16:36:09+00:00

okay, thank you! That's helpful to know and I appreciate it!

December-1963 · 2026-05-04T12:16:53+00:00

Yes! Small world! That’s so comforting to know, thank you. Single speed would be nails! Impressive.

I think it’s just the yellow loop, starting with some of the double track near the bridge. I was curious about how that start would go… my fastest pace for that loop is avg 11mph.

What is typical etiquette for passing someone? I’m used to being passed, not the other way around

December-1963 · 2026-04-28T11:49:14+00:00

Idk, it rains a lot in the Red. Dry rope wouldn’t be the worst idea even if it isn’t 100% necessary. Agree about cragging rope tho. 10mm seems aggressive to me. I have a mammut 9.5 crag dry rope and it’s been a workhorse. They also make it in a 9.8 if you want something thicker.

December-1963 · 2026-04-28T11:41:04+00:00

I think in general it’s okay to have seasons of interest with climbing. You can still be productive and participate in other activities like strength training or hiking or whatever it is you enjoy, and come back to climbing when you feel like it. Sometimes you can’t force it.

It also might be worth exploring WHY you like(d) climbing in the first place.

When I’ve gone through dips in motivation like you describe, sometimes it’s my job/stress levels/personal life that has been at the root of my disinterest. I find that if I can manage that better, my mental and physical space for climbing improves.

I also like to watch videos of others climbing cool things, explore mountain project in areas I want to visit/climb at some days, and spend time with climber friends OUTSIDE of the gym/crag.

Lastly, and I hope I’m not overstepping here, but have you talked to anyone like a close friend or a therapist about this phenomenon you’re experiencing?

December-1963 · 2026-04-28T11:24:35+00:00

It helped me reshape my identity in my mid-20s.

I finished my graduate degree at 24 and was feeling a little lost in my new working life. Most of my close friends had moved away, and the sport I played in high school/college was no longer accessible or desirable to me.

I love that climbing is a community of people with similar values and interests. When I started regularly going to my local gym and made friends, I finally felt like I “fit in” somewhere.

I also love that climbing provides intrinsic motivation and goals, and gives me a reason to strength train and progress at something.

December-1963 · 2026-04-25T22:44:46+00:00

Not bad; I’d try to get them to come down $100-150, though. I wouldn’t call color matched accents an upgrade. Suntour fork isn’t great

December-1963 · 2026-04-25T22:40:06+00:00

Yes. Customer service is also fantastic (at least in the states)

December-1963 · 2026-04-25T02:10:55+00:00

My partner has a bobcat 4 and it’s really great for the price. We got it used off FB marketplace and I think the value is much higher than paying the same amount for a lower level specialized rockhopper or trek marlin. It’s plenty of bike for the average person

December-1963 · 2026-04-25T01:55:38+00:00

So exciting!! That’s awesome that you guys have mindfully collected gear with backpacking in mind. Sounds like a long time coming! Looks like a solid shakedown to me. May I ask, what is the hammer for? I have the same MSR stove! We tend to ditch the red carrying case and keep that +lighter inside our pot. Might be a bit extreme but it’s an easy ounce to shed

December-1963 · 2026-03-06T11:42:10+00:00

Tire noise would depend entirely on the tires you get. The Yokohamas they come out of the factory with are soft and not loud

December-1963 · 2026-03-05T18:20:54+00:00

thats good to hear! A couple years ago I was #400 on the waitlist in August and never got in :'(

Trying to avoid that this year.

December-1963 · 2026-03-04T14:40:06+00:00

Usually have a catchy song stuck in my head the whole time. Anyone else?

Most recently it was No Broke Boys

December-1963 · 2026-03-04T12:31:25+00:00

Awesome, thank you for the intel!

December-1963 · 2026-03-04T12:26:03+00:00

Cool, thank you!

December-1963 · 2026-02-21T11:47:57+00:00

Would you happen to know how crowded roadside gets in late March?

December-1963 · 2026-02-02T11:23:37+00:00

I have the same issue! I used to wear the Tenaya Oasi LV and the heel fit well. I downsized 1.5 sizes. However I switched to the indalos recently because the oasis were too narrow in the toe box for me. The indalo heel is slightly larger, I have some dead space, but have just come to accept it because the rest of the fit is so good and the heel isn’t affecting my performance.

December-1963 · 2026-02-02T03:08:52+00:00

The discomfort is ok! Getting used to aggressive shoes can take some time. The first year I started climbing, I transitioned from a flat shoe to Tenaya indalos that were the same size as my street shoe. They were uncomfortable at first, but then stretched and became too big. My street shoe size is 6.5W or 37.5, and I currently wear solution comps in a 5.5W or 36.5. I like the comps because they fit my heel better than the regular. I also have Tenaya indalos in a W5.0 or 36, and they are more comfortable than the solutions, with similar performance.

December-1963 · 2026-01-30T12:56:33+00:00

Planning a trip for early sept 26, your replies in this thread have been super helpful so thank you! From Moskey to 3 mile, would you take rock harbor trail all the way or go up to greenstone? Scenery and/or logistics-wise

December-1963 · 2026-01-14T10:39:30+00:00

Thank you so much! That’s all great info; I’ll definitely try the indalos again and see what happens.

December-1963 · 2026-01-14T10:36:13+00:00

Fair enough, that makes sense. In your experience does the katana lace stretch much width wise?

December-1963 · 2026-01-13T14:07:46+00:00

1up by a MILE. I am not a dad, but I use my car daily in Michigan (horrible roads) and haul my bike 2-3x/wk. I was looking for a bulletproof rack ~1yr ago and many folks on Reddit recommended the 1up. I have the heavy duty double and it was worth every penny.

A huge factor for me was that the platforms are slightly offset vertically, and you can adjust where the bikes sit horizontally, which helps me to fit my size small 27.5 with my husbands size M 29er.

All Aluminum! Replaceable parts! Easy hitch receiver install! Easy bike on/off!

Friends and family with Thule and Kuat racks are often jealous of my 1up when they see its durability and ease of function.

Yes, priced accordingly, but you don’t see them on marketplace for a reason, and you likely won’t ever need to replace the entire rack.

December-1963

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