1Up USA bike rack review - Equip-D model - Is it the best hitch rack available

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[@crbMKE]

Excellent video! Clear, concise, and kept moving throughout the demonstration. Thanks!

[@TyroilSmoochieWallace]

Thx for the review. I ordered the two bike version after watching this. Got it this week and it’s amazing. Best rack hands down.

[@MtbrVideos]

In 10 years, your rack should still look and perform like new.

[@kentfield2205]

Thank you for your reviews. This is the rack you/I want. I'll be selling my Yakima and buying one of these.

[@tstarnes11]

I ended up getting the Equip'd based on some of the new features such as ease of adding additional trays and ease of tilting especially in a 4-bike configuration. Unfortunately I CANNOT recommend the Equip'd as a 4 bike rack based on lack of durability of the pull rod assembly. I've been enjoying this rack for months as a 2 bike setup and finally installed the 3rd and 4th add-ons for a family road trip. Carrying 2 adult and 2 kid bikes (all non-e-bikes, all under 30lbs ea) and under normal on-road driving the weight of these bikes caused a bend and subsequent crack (remember, it's aluminum so it will only bend so much before cracking) in the piece that keeps the rack in place following a tilting operation. At the very most this may have happened when going over a speed bump at a reasonable speed--something I think we all consider "normal use." When I reached out to 1up about it I was told someone must have backed into my rack because it would have required 2,000 lbs of force to cause this. I can tell you that is 100% not the case and furthermore the metal is bent in a way that would only happen with downward force. DO NOT buy the Equip'd as a 4-bike setup unless you have 15lb road bikes and only drive on pristine roads.

[@jsinnott5952]

I have owned my heavy duty 1 up with three trays for years . Best rack out there.

[@Earclops]

Is it weather resistant? Just took mine to the snow for the weekend and when we got back it groaned loudly when I lowered the hitch to access the trunk. Have you experienced this? Thanks

[@jsinnott5952]

@@Earclops huh. i leave mine on all year and it gets hit with 4 months of rain (i live in Oregon) and it doesn’t make any noises. I have not taken it into freezing conditions thou .

[@Earclops]

@@jsinnott5952 Thanks for the response. Maybe it was due to the cold and it expanded or something -temporarily. Great to hear you keep it on during the rain.

[@jsinnott5952]

@@Earclops I see more and more people with them in the northwest now.

[@CaBdosdos]

I like the quick release over the old model but the old one is more aesthetically pleasing and cheaper!

[@rezenclowd3]

The Super and heavy duty are also rated for more weight and abuse on harsh roads/offroad. The super and heavy are also much more compact. You trade for ease of tray change with the quick rack, and easier pull handle change.

[@tehsimo]

3:10 "crazy sturdy" *wobbles it multiple inches with 1 finger*

[@MtbrVideos]

Sorry about that. There's wobble that way. But the bike is indeed secure.

[@brakesforsnakes757]

It's designed to have that type of "wobble" and you would not want a rack that did not allow some movement of the bike, I've had mine since 2013 and have driven many thousands of miles with bikes on the back.

[@MotoAtheist]

Absolutely, you want your bike to be free to move around and flex a little so nothing breaks during potholes or other road hazards. I've never had bikes touch each other or work loose and I also have many miles of use. I never worry about the rack ever.

[@markbeckett3317]

What about bikes with fenders ?

[@c.mmoreno8907]

Just got this and worth the wait and the price.

[@johnwilliamson9453]

Nice review, I have the original (4 bikes) and as you said, it still looks quite good. I do like the new lever, especially if you have 4 bikes on it.

[@MtbrVideos]

Thank you. Yes, the old lever always bothered me. I did have a 4-bike one. That thing is timeless and it has amazing resale value!!!

[@tamdang4849]

Hi - can you do a review of the new Quik Rack Mach2. Like to see your opinion between the two (Equip D vs Mach 2). Thx!

[@rezenclowd3]

It's almost vaporware. I just wish it was compact, it's longer between trays than the quick rack which imo is already too long for 4 bikes

[@rackattack]

What are your thoughts on the so-called 1Up killer? RockyMounts GuardRail?

[@hobbiefreas2001]

“A little more sexy” got me dying 😂

[@mkviz]

Can’t wait for the Harbor Freight version

[@itr0863]

Hours upon hours of researching I am still torn between this and the heavy/super duty.

[@peetfj]

Here I thought I was the only one! As soon as I start leaning towards the Heavy Duty (Black) I see a video like this that's has me leaning towards the Equip-D!!!! I can't seem to make a decision! Doh!!!

[@itr0863]

@@peetfj hey man. I ended up ordering the heavy duty since it’s cheaper and off road rated. The equip is not off road rated if you needed it to be. I ordered the heavy duty last Friday and received it on sat. So a week is all it took. I got it in silver

[@peetfj]

@@itr0863 That's great advice on the Heavy Duty. I think I will be doing the same; however, now it's between the HD 1 UP and the Quickr Mach 2. Sounds like the delivery time with 1UP is a lot better.

[@itr0863]

@@peetfj definitely! the quickR is like 6 months lead time. i cant wait that long esp i just got a new mtb last week. It was a no brainer to get the 1up esp waiting only a week. Dont get me wrong, the quickR is awesome but the wait time being 6months and $650 for only a single was the reasons i went w 1up! I couldnt find info if the quickR is off road rated. But doesnt matter anymore since of the reasons of going with 1up. I just came back from a quick trip down in central Florida which is about two hours from me. Went off road for a good few hours and my YT barely moved in my rearview mirror. Then went on some trails at Santos mtb park.

[@uz1144]

I just got the regular 1up silver and still have the same features like hitch lock and pretty sturdy, dont think it has the release lever

[@trhuffer]

It does...it's just buried right next to the slotted mount, so you have to reach under -- big deal. I'll prefer it there, where passersby don't where it is. Most people don't use the twist-to-lock feature under there either, to lock the handle into the slots so it can't be raised or lowered (until unscrewed and unlocked, that is). The slotted hitch bar and lock was an improvement to the original 2" racks, over that silly loop of velcro! And, relying on the "security" allen wrench for anti-theft. Now, they have locks for everything!

[@andrewnelson3276]

How does this compare to the existing 1up rack? It seems to be $120 more than the Super Duty rack, but supports less weight (50 vs 75). All the racks now come with the locking hitch pin, so it seems the only advantage is the extended release bar?

[@MotoAtheist]

Yeah, I'm not seeing the benefit of this model either.

[@kristenb7380]

@@MotoAtheist it can't support quite as much weight because it doesn't have as much support under the trays. The features i've found in all my research include the ratcheting arms having a much smoother operation, the location of the release handle (without having to buy an extender separate), the wider wheelbase that's accepted, included fat tire spacer kit if that applied to you. Basically just a few different features that the other models don't include. And me personally, i like the sleeker look of the equip-d model like when it's folded up against your trunk. I also don't care too much about how much weight the rack can hold since i don't run e-bikes or any other really heavy bike, so if that was really important to you, i would go with the super duty over the equip-d.

[@bikeninja956]

thanks for the review! This thing IS purdy fer shur!

[@chrisodle007]

Man I’m wanting that setup very much for my Outback. Does it have any bike anti theft mechanisms though like other brands ?

[@sophiamartinez590]

that’s pivot xc full sus with fox live valve, very light bike. not an emtb at all lol. great rack though! i’ve had the pleasure of installing them, i want one so bad. worth every penny imo.

[@williamfry6087]

Good review, good details

[@bscher5003]

I just received my Equip D Single plus ADD-On. I notice at 5:07 that there are 2 bolts securing each side tray. One Hex head for rotation of the tray for storage, and one Allen Head bolt to lock from rotation. Your Allen bolt head is on bottom of tray with bolt pointing upwards. My Allen head bolt points down, through the drill hole into the threaded support below the tray. The Assembly Manual shows bolt pointing down, page 3 Step 6. Did 1-Up change the design, or could you have your bolt installed backwards? Thanks for the video.

[@synndakitt]

Thanks. Does the double get in the way of your car's back up camera?

[@dandawson8128]

At this point in 2022, what rack would you recommend on the market? I have a Kuat NV 2+2, it’s about 10 yrs old and still looks pretty new, similar to your comments about the one up aging well. Strongly considering the Kuat Piston. Thanks in advance for your thoughts!

[@oneilldy]

Do you not use both detent pins?

[@keepitcosmic]

So this or Quicker Stuff? I’m just using two road bikes or a road and a mountain bike.

[@srobeck77]

Need a video comparing the Equip-D to the Mach 2

[@andrewscasualmtb]

Problem with the Mach2 is they have a terrible lead time right now. About 3-6 months. Yikes.

[@topspeederalmond]

Thank You

[@jlrbarron6348]

I saw u have the single with and add on tray... I been wanting the double one but they all sold out..there's someone locally selling a single as yours... Would you recommend me getting the single and then later down the road get an add on tray or should i wait for the double.. I ask this because im not sure if adding an add on on a single version makes it a bit weaker due to having to bolt the add on and it being 2 seperate pieces as for the double version its one solid piece.. Thanks

[@jakemarple3147]

What happens a tire deflates while going down the road? I had this happen on my Moots with a Kuat rack and fortunately the rear strap kept the bike stable enough to not bounce off. Thats the only thing keeping me from pulling the trigger on this rack.

[@gort8848]

If you have the provided wheel locks on like you should, it wouldn't be an issue. Even if both tires went flat.

[@jakemarple3147]

@@gort8848 Good point!

[@gort8848]

@@jakemarple3147 glad I could provide another viewpoint, keep roosting those berms boys 🤘🤘

[@MotoAtheist]

Mine didn't come with any wheel locks and I've never thought about a tire deflating and now you've got me wondering. I've never had this issue, can't think of one reason a tire should ever deflate while in a rack. Are you running tubeless?

[@jakemarple3147]

@@MotoAtheist yup.

[@asd5738]

how does this rack handle offroad? I have a Kuat, and offroad my bikes jump everywhere. Really thinking about selling it and looking at this rack as my next option.

[@brakesforsnakes757]

There is no better rack on the market for any terrain, I've had the original 1UP since 2013. I used to work at REI and sold brands like Thule & Yakima plus I have experience with Kuat. Buy once, buy right and it will last you pretty much forever.

[@MotoAtheist]

Any rack is going to have some wobble at the hitch, it's just the way it is. The bikes will also wobble when hitting bumps. I would suspect most racks including this one will seem inadequate on really knarly off road terrain. Their site also says the Equip-D, the model shown in the video is not as rugged. Their comment below about the Equip-D ~This is our newly designed rack with more built in features. This is not a replacement to our original rack and is not rated for extreme off-road and RV usage like our Super Duty Models.~

[@HD46409]

I've had mine since about 2005 (can't really remember). The thing is a tank (its not light...). You are going to get some flex (there is no way around it from any single point hitch mounted rack) but I've banged the crap out of mine (including grounding out on it) and it keeps on going. Make sure your bikes are in tight though.

[@trhuffer]

@@MotoAtheist the super duty *IS* for off-road and trailering. There is virtually *NO* wobble at the hitch when tightened in. there *is* fore-aft wobble on the rack, but most say a little is actually desirable since otherwise all such forces would be transferred directly to the frame of the bike. I am curious what the better alternative would be? Maybe a hanger, with the bottom end strapped down good and hard?

[@MotoAtheist]

@@trhuffer I have the heavy duty on a 1 1/4" hitch. You are correct, there is no wobble at the hitch with the 1up, that was my error. Not sure what I even meant, I knew it didn't wobble there. The wobble is from the overall bike supports which, as you say, is considered desirable to keep from damaging anything on the bikes. However, I can't imagine anything happening on a rack being as stressful as actually riding it. So, even if the rack was 100% solid, I don't see how any damage to the bikes could occur. I used a roof mount for years where I had to take the front wheel off and the forks mounted to the Yakima. I would consider that a pretty solid mount, it never budged or wobbled and no damage was ever inflicted. Got tired of the over head lifting finally and found this 1up and never looked back. There simply is no other rack even close. The fact you can mount the bikes anyway you want and not care makes it great when you're constantly mounting different bikes. Handle bar and seat positions don't matter, direction you put them on the rack doesn't matter, they always fit because you can adjust them left or right instantly and done.

[@GoBraves012]

What is the trick at 4:40? Mine takes 2 hands to release arms and bike wants to fall. It looks like you guys edited out the exact thing I was hoping to see. Any advice?

[@MotoAtheist]

Most of the time you want to release the back wheel first so that the front wheel stays secure and won't turn. You then grab the top of the front wheel at the rack arm while you pull the release lever and pull both the bike and arm together until the front is loose enough. That way you have hold of the front wheel the whole time to keep the bike stable. The other option is to release the back wheel and move the arm far enough that you can grab the bike top rail and pull back to release it from the front arm. Depends on how you have it mounted one direction of the other.

[@badfishgood]

How’s the black paint holding up?

[@docfmf8404]

This or the quikr rack?

[@LaserrSharp]

I have vintage MTBs with 45” wheelbase. Would this rack hold them safely?

[@francisngo]

So this rack does not come equipped with a lock for the bikes?

[@MotoAtheist]

Get your own. Most locks/cables that come with racks are garbage. Best to always find a proper lock/cable that is superior.

[@andresfeliperamosromero3060]

Great for multiple KID bikes

[@solidstream13]

What happens if your tire has a slow leak on a long drive. Will it get looser and looser til the bike falls off the rack?

[@MtbrVideos]

Rare event but there is a risk, especially if front wheel.

[@brakesforsnakes757]

If that happens you just stop and apply more force against the tire that has a leak. The bike is going nowhere!

[@MotoAtheist]

Agreed... rare event despite somebody else claiming their tires deflated twice using a different rack. I suspect he is running tubeless and not doing something properly. I have never had this happen. But yeah, if it does... yes, it could become a problem with it loosening enough to be dangerous. Again, never had this issue and I've had one for years with many miles on the rack and bikes.

[@jerrytaylor4035]

It said 50 pound max per bike. Does that mean each bike can NOT weigh more than 50lbs. Cuz my quietkat weighs 81.

[@trhuffer]

That's correct. This rack is not appropriate for an e-bike or anything so heavy -- you need the super duty (plus fat-bike spacers installed) for that and even then, the advertised weight limit is 75 lbs. Maybe you could cut that weight down somewhere?

[@GadgetGeeks]

Nice

[@SlicedAsiago]

4:44 proof that bikes will never be light enough to satisfy people. Lol

[@josht3338]

Yeah, motorcycles are heavy!

[@andresfeliperamosromero3060]

I was very nervous putting my brand new beach cruiser on this rack. kzbin.infoUgkxG6JIgwJhur8_Rg8UeQ3EmePzi_wSncL8 But after reading many reviews I decided to get this one and take a chance. When arrived it was very simple to adjust and put together. I also added spike tape over the metal hooks before securing and tightening the straps, and no scratches. I also purchased the top bar made by the same company so that my cruiser sits straight on the rack without having to turn upside down. Extra bungee cords are used to secure the front wheel from flapping and even piece of mind knowing your bike is secure. Definitely recommend...

[@gaffle-411]

Hey, this guy reviews RC Crawler vehicles!

[@tzxsr]

What brand of bike is that?!

[@fotopfanatic]

Pivot - It's mentioned in the video at 2:57

[@Scott-mu4xw]

I’m guess it won’t work with fenders

[@MotoAtheist]

Depends on fenders. Most MTB mud fenders don't cover that much of the tire so the arm should still contact the tire just fine.

[@nica080910]

I was ready to buy this rack when I read this comment. Thanks for asking this important question. My wife has a new Jamis with fenders. The front is quite small and manageable the rear fender is longer and is the problem. I Hope I can find a solution because this rack looks like a work of art and very desirable.

[@alimaleki217]

How much does this weigh? Since no reviews mention the weight it must be a lot.

[@patrickmcmullen7910]

47.5 Pounds. Just go to their website. All information is there. www.1up-usa.com/product/equip-d-double/

[@chucksw1]

www.1up-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/55107_1UP_Product_Flyer_17x11_FNL.pdf

[@vpuentes1956]

The rack sound great! My problem is none of my e-bikes are 50 pounds, even with the battery out. 57 and 73 pounds a piece. So if I go 1up its the old Super Duty not this model. That sucks, anyone know how really close do you have to be to this 50 pound limit?????

[@trhuffer]

But the OG super duty rack is a great rack! What really, can't you do with that? You'll have to order with the spacer kits installed is all, still less $$ than this...and you'll need a 2" receiver. The "old" super duty is a current model -- I just ordered my new one 3 days ago. Simple, rugged, clean, compact -- it does the job and will last. A new one will have the slotted hitch bar and locking pin too. I'm getting a couple of wheel locks and add-on locks with mine, so they'll all be keyed the same.

[@rw5460]

Dang, make me consider removing the Bike fenders

[@williejamehufff3125]

I love seeing people spend thousands of dollars on a bike but will strap it to a cheesy $200 Walmart rack.

[@brakesforsnakes757]

My favorite is when I see someone driving a $100,000 SUV with a crappy rack on the back.

[@regularMattMatt]

well how about driving a luxury vehicle worth 70k but using just regular gas lol

[@williejamehufff3125]

Matt my luxury car takes diesel

[@MrDamonLeBeouf]

@One Plus nothing wrong with that... its called priorities. :)

[@ethancushing3398]

@@regularMattMatt many luxury suvs only need standard. My moms tahoe cost nearly 80k and takes standard 87 octane because its the same engine thats in a silverado.

[@BurtonHohman]

Too bad it doesn’t swivel out of the way so you could get to the trunk with bikes on the rack

[@100jolo]

If the limit is 50 pounds, then 1Ups e-bikes win be too heavy.

[@Jaico2024trd]

Man why do they charge so much for these racks? Its ridiculous

[@trhuffer]

All aluminum parts machined in-house, plus stainless hardware -- no plastic. Will last you 10-15 years, maybe a lifetime.

[@familiafirst7535]

kuat rack?

[@MtbrVideos]

Kuat is good but this is at another level of materials, construction and design.

[@rezenclowd3]

@@MtbrVideos Personally I think the kuat is easier to use, looks better and quite nice with the repair stand.

[@fademasterfade227]

@@rezenclowd3 Kuat will be a nice rack for a few years then start to have issues from cheaper materials failing from normal wear and tear. If you want a rack that will last decades not years, 1Up is the only option.

[@TheLeesto]

@@fademasterfade227 they 2-day ship you anything that needs replacing for life. they are legit models for good customer service.

[@MotoAtheist]

@@rezenclowd3 Most other racks are a PITA when you have different bikes going on the rack constantly. You don't have to make any adjustments to the 1up and it doesn't care which direction any of the bikes get mounted. You can easily shift the bikes left or right to make them fit with ease. You can't do that with other racks, you have to fiddle with everything and change stuff all around to make every bike fit and that's the only way the bikes can go on until you reconfigure again. 1up simply doesn't care even if you reverse the bike order, they will all still fit easily, no adjustments.

[@elviracatherinetalaoc2070]

No extra security for the bike.

[@MotoAtheist]

Get your own. Most locks/cables that come with racks are garbage. Best to always find a proper lock/cable that is superior.

[@JoseTorres-rl3rz]

What lock or cable is good option

[@deandelgado4594]

first of all that's not an ebike...and if you think that's heavy, good luck lifting an actual ebike.

[@ronaldtartaglia4459]

700. Ridiculous

[@MtbrVideos]

It's for the audience that buys over $5k bikes and they need to transport their bikes safely for the next decade.

[@alexm7056]

@@MtbrVideos I have two bikes: 2015 DH Fury WC and Transition Convert Carbon. Got them both brand new (total MSRP of both is above $10k, but who pays MSRP, right?). So for last 4 years they were just as safely transported with Chinese roof rack, a kit of two cost me $45 brand new from eBay. I admit that I had to go to hardware store to get few bolts and metal plates to mount them using T-slot of BMW cross-bars (photos.app.goo.gl/jPMqBauvKXeNSRqAA ). The total cost of used e90 crosbars with a set of two brand new racks was $150. 4 seasons passed, driving to a bike park 70 miles away almost every weekend with speeds sometimes beyond 100 mph. No problems whatsoever! Just some bolts rusted a bit. The only disadvantage I experience is that loading/unloading time is much higher (10..15 min for two bikes). If you compare against identical roof-racks from Thule or Yakima, instead of using eccentric clamp my Chinese rack goes with two bolts to hold the bike frame. But considering that I've saved hundreds of dollars when I was not able to afford anything "cool" - I call it a win! I am in the market for a hitch design because I've finally traded-in my old compact sedan car for a much newer SUV (for the very same reason to be able to use a tire-hold hitch rack - neither roof rack can match this experience). But it is disappointing to hear such a lame excuse from such a source like MTBR to justify the price of this product. There are ton of people spending big money on bikes but saving on everything else in their lives (true biker life goals ... LOL). This is just a rack - few pieces of aluminum extrusion cut to the length and screwed together. We do shell out big money on bikes because they represent a ton of R&D to deliver riding performance (suspension, drive-terrain, frame stiffness vs weight). But what we are paying for a rack is really just a design ingenuity - ease of use of "tire-hold" approach (1Up was the first with this idea, and INNO now has it copied). You do not need hundreds of engineers and R&D time to come up with this solution. There is not a single injection molded plastic part, just a number of CNC procedures with aluminum sock. The idea and whole design probably handled by a single guy. This product can be made in a garage if you've got $400 CNC router from China. I estimate the manufacturing cost for this specific one is about $250 or less (materials, CNC + labor, ...even US labor!). So the true question is - how much money you are ready to put down for the experience of using it and reward to a guy who invented the concept?

[@brakesforsnakes757]

@@MtbrVideos My 1UP was on my car when I was rear ended and to make it whole again only cost me $60.00. No reason these can't last for decades. Aside from some black anodized coating peeling off and some fading from the sun it's as good as it was on day 1.

[@brakesforsnakes757]

Robert A. Heinlein - 'Man is not a rational animal; he is a rationalizing animal.'

[@toofarpunk]

Made in USA, bitch.

[@lesterma1608]

The trays are too close together, the pedals rub the frame of the bike next to each other!!!!! Ruined my 5k frame!!!!

[@gambetas]

So many issues with that bike rack not because is made in USA means is great in fact just by watching your video I will never consider to but this bike rack, rather spend the money on something made in Sweden or China, good luck all

[@donmeyers3090]

Never learned punctuation, eh?

[@gambetas]

@@donmeyers3090 ESL buddy but thank you for your constructive criticism ✌

[@pawelwityk1963]

Thats not even an e bike though just a reg full suspension 🤣🤣

[@nivasylstrongman4352]

not really a good review because you did not show us a close up view of the track and how to lock it to the hitch. you get a D+