Best Bike Rack Out of Thule Epos, Hollywood Racks Destination, and Yakima OnRamp Bike Racks

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Which is the best rack for e-bikes between this one, the Yakima OnRamp and the Hollywood Destination E? Is the Epos worth the extra money?

asked by: Roy B

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Expert Reply:

Thanks for reaching out, Roy!

The term "best" can be a little subjective since everyone has their own experiences and needs/wants, but in regards to which bike rack has the best features it is the Thule Epos Bike Rack # TH99XE hands-down because it comes with a locking quick-pin system for easily installing the rack to a hitch, individual towers and locks for the bikes, wheels to help make toting it around easier, and a step on the back for tilting the rack away from the vehicle.

The only thing really missing from this rack is the ramp which can be acquired with part # TH933402 from our site.

The Hollywood Racks Destination E Bike Rack # HLY66ZR and the Yakima OnRamp # Y96FR are great cost-effective alternatives, but out of both of those I recommend the Destination because it has better features to offer that make it easier to use.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

The Yakima OnRamp Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes #Y88DJ you were looking at would actually be perfect. It looks like the Lectric 3.0 tops out at 64 lbs so the rack can handle the weight. It also uses padded clamps to hold it by the frame or seat…

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Answer 2

It sounds like you are talking about using the Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack #Y47VR in the hitch on your flat towed Jeep. If that is the case then yes, the Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack #Y47VR is rated to be used on a flat towed vehicle.

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Answer 3

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 4

Thanks for reaching out, Roy! The term "best" can be a little subjective since everyone has their own experiences and needs/wants, but in regards to which bike rack has the best features it is the Thule Epos Bike Rack #TH99XE hands-down…

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Answer 5

To me it makes the most sense to put a Bike Rack #HLY64FR on the flat towed vehicle rather than above the tow bars. Especially on heavy e-bikes as they are difficult to lift that high onto the rack, but also as it only makes sense to have the rack on…

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Answer 6

There are some subtle difference between the Kuat Piston Pro Bike Rack for 2 Bikes #KU76ZR and the Kuat Piston Pro X Bike Rack for 2 Bikes #KU98VR. Overall the two racks are very similar, there are just some subtle differences/upgrades on the Piston…

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Answer 7

Hey Dave, so the best option for carrying your carbon frame bike and e-bike is the Swagman Escapee part #S39SR with the ramp #S59SR . It has the capacity for carrying an e-bike, is rated for travel trailer use, only touches the bikes by the tires…

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Answer 8

The Kuat Sherpa 2.0 #SH22G and the NV 2.0 #NV22G that you referenced are both excellent platform-style racks that will hold your bikes by the front wheels with no frame contact. These are top-of-the-line carriers and you really would not go wrong…

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Answer 9

Hey Ken, what it comes down to is what the controller is rated for and whether or not adding an additional solar panel can increase the output of it. The Morningstar Duo charge controller SSD-25 that you have is rated for 25 amps which is quite a bit…

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Answer 10

I'll start off with the ski rack for your 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo since that is fairly simple. I recommend the Rhino-Rack Ski and Snowboard Carrier #RR574. This is capable of holding 4 pairs of skis, has an aluminum construction for…

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Answer 11

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 12

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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