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<li>3 Bike Platform Style Hitch Mounted Bike Rack</li>
<li>Can carry 3 bikes up to 40lbs each</li>
<li>Does not make contact with frame of bike</li>
<li>Fits Wheelbases from 36"-50"</li>
<li>Fits wheel sizes from 20"-29"</li>
<li>Fits tires up to 3" wide</li>
<li>Tiered Mounting structure eliminates handle bar interference</li>
<li>Can tilt down 30 degrees to allow hatch access</li>
<li>WestSlope Lock Kit is sold separately&nbsp;</li>
<li>For use with Class 2 or higher recievers</li>
<li>Not for use on bikes with fenders</li>
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The RockyMounts WestSlope 3 Platform Style Hitch Mounted Bicycle Rack is RockyMount's newest addition to their platform style hitch rack selection. The WestSlope is the perfect budget friendly platform rack that does not make contact with the frame of any bike as it secures each bike by the front wheel. The tiered mounting structure (think, stadium seating) eliminates handlebar interference between multiple bikes on the rack keeping them safe from damage. RockyMounts anti-wobble locking hitch bolt ensures a strong, tight and secure fit. The WestSlope folds up and flat against your vehicle when not in use for easy transport and can tilt down 30 degrees to allow for hatch access. The WestSlope 2 is able to transport bikes up to 40lbs each. The WestSlope fits wheelbases ranging from 36" to 50", wheel sizes from 20" to 29", and tires up to 3" wide. The WestSlope Lock Kit is sold separately (see below). The WestSlope platform hitch rack is not meant for use with class 1 hitch receivers or bikes with fenders. A fit check is required prior to use on cargo vans. Depending on the manufacturer of the hitch, width of the handlebars, and wheelbase on the intended vehicle, an 8" Hitch Extension may be necessary.

The WestSlope is a budget friendly platform style hitch rack with lots of features. This model is a contactless frame carry with a hook arm that grabs right in front of the fork. A secure fit for far travels.

RockyMounts WestSlope 3-Bike Platform Hitch Rack

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<li>60 lbs maximum per bicycle</li>
<li>50 lbs maximum per bike with Add-On</li>
<li>Fully Assembled Weight 37 lbs</li>
<li>13" spacing between bikes</li>
<li>Fits tires up to 5" wide</li>
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The RockyMounts MonoRail 2 Bike Platform Style Hitch Mounted Bicycle Rack is RockyMounts newest addition to their platform style hitch racks. The MonoRail has a compact design and tilts up and down using the Easy Release Handle. This feature is ideal for storage and easy access to the rear hatch or trunk of your vehicle. The Easy Release Handle allows convenient, full accessibility to the rear hatch of your vehicle by simply tilting the MonoRail away from the vehicle when the bikes are unloaded. When the MonoRail Bike Rack is not being used, it can be folded up to minimize the rack profile off the back of the vehicle or save space when stowed. MonoRail's Hitch Tube is constructed of chromoly steel making it strong, durable and lightweight with a corrosion resistant finish. The MonoRail uses an anti-wobble locking hitch pin for a strong, secure attachment to the vehicle. MonoRail transports 2 bikes up to 60 lbs each, 120 lbs maximum. The MonoRail Platform Bike Carrier is incredibly easy to load and unload using RockyMounts no-frame-contact Ratcheting Hook Arms. The Monorail Ratcheting Arms accommodate most bikes regardless of the frame design, suspension type, axle style or wheel size. The RockyMounts MonoRail fits up to 48" wheelbases, tire sizes ranging from 20 to 29 inches, and fat tires up to 5 inches wide. Wheel straps are used to secure your bike's back wheels to the tray. The MonoRail bike trays allow 13" of spacing between bikes and 3" of side-to-side adjustment to help avoid seat to handlebar interference. The MonoRail includes Integrated Cable Locks to lock your bikes to the rack. With the addition of RockyMounts 10005 MonoRail 1 Bike Add-on Accessory (sold separately) you can transform the MonoRail 2" hitch version into a 3 bike rack system.

RockyMounts MonoRail 2 Bike Platform Hitch Rack is strong, durable and lightweight with a corrosion resistant finish. It fits up to 48" wheelbases, tires up to 5" wide and can carry 60lb bikes. With the Easy Release Handle, you can access your trunk with ease and the Ratcheting Hook Arms make loading and unloading a breeze!

RockyMounts MonoRail 2-Bike Platform Hitch Rack

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<li>Does not contact the painted surfaces of bike frames</li>
<li>Accommodates road, downhill, mountain, beach cruiser and fat tire bikes with tire sizes from 20" to 29" - out of the box</li>
<li>Universal mounting hardware fits most factory installed and name brand crossbars</li>
<li>Fits crossbar spreads between 24" and 37"</li>
<li>Bicycle weight limit: 40 lbs</li>
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RockyMounts 12220 Tomahawk Upright Universal Bike Rack Bicycle Carrier offers a stylish, low-profile, non-corrosive aluminum tray and swing arm design. The TomaHawk universal mounting system easily attaches to most crossbar shapes and styles including all Yakima, Thule, Rhino-Rack, Malone, and factory installed crossbars. The TomaHawk will accommodate road bikes, downhill mountain bikes, beach cruisers and fat tire bikes with tire sizes ranging from 20" to 29" (excludes bikes with fenders). The TomaHawk comes fat bike ready with two fat bike wheel strap extensions accommodating tires up to 5" wide. The ergonomically designed handle and intricately indexed swing arm allow finer adjustments for a secure bike hold. The hook arm is coated with durable over-molded rubber - adding another element of security when cinching down the hook arm. The RockyMounts non-pinching trigger makes bike loading and unloading incredibly simple. With the addition of 2 RockyMounts lock cores (sold separately - see below), the RockyMounts Tomahawk bike carrier can be locked to your vehicle and bike to your roof rack.

The Tomahawk is one of the most versatile bike roof rack carriers on the market. Universal mounting hardware allows it to attach to most crossbars, and its hookarm design allows for carry any style bike without a front fender up to 40lbs.

RockyMounts Tomahawk Upright Bike Rack

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<li>Alows you to carry one additional bike on the 11404 SplitRail LS 2 inch hitch rack</li>
<li>Up to 2 Add-ons may be used to create a 3 or 4 bike rack system</li>
<li>Not compatible with the 1130 SplitRail Rack 1-1/4 inch hitch rack</li>
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The RockyMounts 11500 SplitRail 1 Bike Add-On for 11404 2" Hitch Mount Bicycle Racks fastens to and carries 1 additional bike on the 2" 11404 SplitRail LS Platform Bicycle Carrier. Up to 2 11500 SplitRail Add-ons may be added to make the 11404 SplitRail LS a 4 bike carrier. The 1150 is not compatible with the 1130 SplitRail Rack for 1-1/4" trailer hitches.

This adds a third or even a fourth bike to the SplitRail LS. Now more people can join along on your bike rides!

RockyMounts SplitRail Single Bike Add-On

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<li>60 lbs maximum per bicycle</li>
<li>Tool free installation with hand-tightened anti-wobble system</li>
<li>From center of hitch to beginning of base when extended is approx 47.5"</li>
<li>3" of side-to-side tray adjustment</li>
<li>Fits tires up to 5" wide</li>
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The RockyMounts 10002 BackStage Swing-Away 2 Bike Platform Style Hitch Rack is the industry's first swing away platform style hitch mounted bicycle rack to hit the market. The BackStage installs tool-free with RockyMounts proprietary hand-tightened anti-wobble system - providing a strong, secure attachment to vehicles with 2 inch receiver hitches. The BackStage Swing Away feature provides full access to the rear of the vehicle, even with the bikes fully loaded. The BackStage is easily adjustable using a quick release handle to change the profile of the rack to 3 different positions: stow, in-use and tilt away. When the BackStage Bike Rack is not being used, it can be folded up to minimize the profile of the rack off the back of the vehicle and save space when stowed. The BackStage Hitch Tube is constructed of chromoly steel making it strong, durable and lightweight with a corrosion resistant finish. The RockyMounts 10002 BackStage Bike Rack is specifically designed to fit 2 inch receiver hitches only. The BackStage is able to transport 2 bikes up to 60 lbs each (120 lbs maximum). Thanks to RockyMounts no frame contact Ratcheting Hook Arms, the BackStage Platform is incredibly easy to load and unload. The Ratcheting Hook Arms accommodate most bikes regardless of the frame design, suspension type, axle style or wheel size. The RockyMounts BackStage fits up to 48 inch wheelbases, tire sizes ranging from 20 to 29 inches, and fat tires up to 5 inches wide. Wheel straps are used to secure your bike's back wheels to the tray. The BackStage Bike Trays allow 3 inches of side-to-side adjustment to help avoid seat to handle bar interference. The BackStage includes Integrated Cable Locks to lock your bikes to the rack.

The BackStage was the first of its kind to incorporate a platform bike rack and swing away base. No matter what vehicle you have, you can be sure to have access to the trunk or hatch when out camping or hitting the trails.

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