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Old Today, 10:13 AM
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Hitch Rack Suggestions? Single bike on a small hatchback.

What are your suggestions for a single bike hitch rack that will go on a Scion iM hatchback?
I'd like one with a small footprint and a good price/quality ratio.
I own a Küat NV and it's a beast. I'd like something in the same style but lighter and smaller if possible.
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I don’t know that the footprint is that small and depends on how you define value, but I bit the bullet on a 1Up rack and the quality is off the charts. No plastic, all machined aluminum. I plan to have this for the rest of my life.

If it’s just for one bike their Quik Rack would be your choice. Expandable too.

https://1up-usa.com/
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The Transfer is a great little rack.

That car looks to be pretty low to the ground though, I could envision some ground clearance issues with approach and departure angles if the hitch itself sits pretty low. Something to look into for any hitch mounted rack for a small car like that.

I have used mine on our minivan and have scraped the bottom a couple times.
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1 up Equip d is what I have. In single mode, it all but disappears when not in use.

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single 1up, you won't even notice is back there when not in use.

My review here:
https://forums.thepaceline.net/showt...&highlight=1up


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