Review on 🚲 Retrospec Lenox Car Hitch Mount Bike Rack: Secure Transport for 2-5 Bikes by Chris Hazzard

At the last minute we made the decision to have our 2 bikes delivered to Tahoe in the back of an Escalade for 5 days. I never had a bike rack, couldn't borrow one, so I went shopping here in Revane. I read all the reviews, good and bad, and found that the bad reviews came from customers who had unrealistic expectations for a $70 bike rack. I can't think of anything "bad" about this rack, just things to consider to enhance and protect your bikes. First impressions were that it was well made, solid, not too light and not too heavy. We have 1 men's bike with a standard bar and 1 women's bike without a bar. This came into play after I hung the men's bike on the seat and used the rubber straps to get it in place. No problem. Then I took my wife's bike and while I maintained a one minute bicep curl I realized that without a pole like a men's bike to hang it up, I had to get creative and secure this bike with ratchet straps. another bike. It's not the luggage rack, just consider when buying that I will have about 4 ratchet straps with me to ensure safe towing. I did and this rack worked flawlessly. I would consider the included rubber straps as part of the solution, not the end of the whole. I wouldn't overstretch the rubber bands either. Just pull on them to stretch enough for the bolt to engage. The bad ratings on the hitch bolt and lock nut compared to installing a standard hitch bolt weren't a problem for me. I had no reason to remove the trunk while driving. Once the bikes are unloaded, you have full access to open the tailgate by temporarily removing a small pin that allows the carrier to move forward and gain access to the rear of the vehicle. I also checked the main bolt and lock washer for looseness while riding and they didn't move. For money. That's a deal. Just keep the above considerations in mind and you'll be fine. I bought a three bike rack because it had a higher weight rating and longer handlebars for more space, even though I was only planning to carry two bikes. If all of this seems tiresome, consider paying another $45 for a bike with Critical Cycles Lenox Hitch Mount Tray Rack 2-brains.