Comparing The RockyMounts HighNoon FC And MonoRail Bike Racks
Question:
what is the difference beyond price of the MonoRail and HighNoon bike racks by Rocky Mounts. Thank You
asked by: DG E
Expert Reply:
The RockyMounts HighNoon FC # RKY74MR and MonoRail # RKY10004-10005 are very similar, but do have a few differences. The HighNoon has a 45lb per bike capacity when hauling three bikes or 60lb per bike capacity when hauling only two bikes. The MonoRail only has a 45lb per bike capacity regardless of how many bikes you use.
Both options can can handle up to a 5" wide tire but the HighNoon has a slightly larger maximum wheelbase at 52", versus the MonoRail's 48" maximum. The HighNoon also includes straps on the ratcheting hooks to give you a bit more security. The MonoRail is slightly heavier as well at 63lbs versus the HighNoon's 53lbs.
The differences make me lean towards the HighNoon, but a few of the guys in the shop here have the single and double versions of the MonoRail and love them so either way you'll be getting a good rack. I've attached a couple of review videos AJ made for these racks so you can get a better look at them in use.
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RockyMounts MonoRail Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 3 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- RockyMounts
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RockyMounts HighNoon FC Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 3 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- RockyMounts
more information >
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