Get a Kuat Pivot and add whatever bike rack you like. I prefer 1UP.
Thanks for the pivot v2 recommendation. Comparing it to the rack attach it appears to be $30 less, 4 lb less, and swings out to 120° vs 90. I wonder if there’s anything else I’m missing.
I have been leaning towards the 1up rack as I like the construction in materials but I also like that I can buy it as a single rack and then get an add-on for an additional bike. Also I have a small car that a single rack would be good for.
absolutely love 1up and would never buy anything else! the adjustability for different sized bikes to make sure the handlebars and seat posts don’t hit is unrivaled. Love being able to add 1 or two extra trays. I also have the rakattach and think it is a super well built piece as well. I am actually selling mine as I’m goin full size and it wont quite work with an f150. if you are anywhere near boise and want to pick up the rakattach for a taco or similar sized truck for a good deal, let me know!
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Im a huge mountain biker in addition to being a 4x4 enthusiast. Many times combining both for trips I take. Mountain bike during the day and camp/wheel in the afternoon and evening. If you’re driving offroad a bumper swing away with attached 1up rack is the only way to go for these key reasons:
•Highest possible departure angle
•You can swing away the bike while at camp
Im runnning a CBI rear bumper with a reciever welded onto the tire swing out. Been tested on high clearnace trails like Hells Revenge, 7 Mile Rim, Top of the World etc. Never had clearance issues at all.
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I agree. I think if you want max clearance and mtb at the same time that’s the way to go. I have considered this. My only problem with a bumper that is a full-time swing away is it will always be on my truck. I drive with my tailgate down sometimes and stuff hanging out of the back.
I just bought and received a Rigd UltraSwing. Haven’t used it on a trip yet, probably will in the Spring. Real solid piece of kit, there’s no wobble in the receiver connection.
I’d recommend the Yakima swing arm. Works well and can be used with any 2” rack. I currently have a 6 spot Yakima Hangover rack on it (my friends and I like shuttles 
although the swing arm isn’t rated to hold 6 bikes when swung out, it can hold 4.
although the swing arm isn’t rated to hold 6 bikes when swung out, it can hold 4.
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Do you have a picture of the Rigd setup?
Very interested in this setup with spare and 1up once I get my gfc in a few months. I have Yakima swing away with older version of Yakima holdup on truck now, not a fan of how far the swing out sticks out off back of truck.
Thanks
Wait 1, I’ll take some pictures tomorrow and post.
I hope this helps. I didn’t get the wheel plate, I’ll just mount the bike rack and a custom bracket to hold some other gear.
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Hey thanks, so just to confirm you have the ultra swing not the mega swing from Rigd?
I ask because I have a tundra so probably similar width as your truck and wondered if the Ultra cleared the tailgate. Also with a bike will it clear in full swing from hitting side of truck.
It appears yours will clear.
Post the full setup when your done, may have to copy you!
I cut & pasted this from my order:
“RIGd UltraSwing Hitch Carrier Mega-Fit”
UltraSwing is the name for the product, which has three versions: multi-fit, 4Runner, and mega-fit.
I decided on a 1up bike rack with Rakattach swing arm. I really like the 1up rack. Super strong, high quality, easy to use. I went with the single rack and got an add-on.
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What do you all use to lock up your bikes when they’re on the rack?
Bought a handful of the wheel locks from the 1up website when I bought their track and swing away. Super quick and easy, plus everything is keyed the same.
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I have the wheel locks from 1up. I use these if I am going to leave the bike for a short time. If it’s going to be all day I put the bike in the gfc and chain it to the frame.
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I run the 1UP heavy duty double with a dual hitch extension so it clears the gate. I was going to go with the Rack Attach but I couldn’t justify the cost for a little more convenience. Once I remove my armor for its re-powder coat (I do every few years) I will put a hitch receiver directly on my gate for the 1UP rack.
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Pic of your rack and bike?
When I go out Friday I will snap some picks, currently I only have the rack on the truck. I still need to order the 1UP license plate relocation.
Is that a swing out on swing out?