The 1up USA Super Duty Double Bike Rack: long term. Is it really the best? 

Well done on the review - we're stoked you're liking it! One quick note on the fading - we did have an issue with a batch of anodizing and there are some parts that fade very quickly. Those parts are covered under out lifetime warranty!

You succeeded. This was a clear, concise report providing salient information rapidly. No awkward pauses. No run off tangents. Excellent. TY

Great video! I've been considering buying one and you just answered most, if not all of my concerns. Thanks so much!

Thanks for that 18 month review. Much more important than an initial. Probably will go for the 1UP soon.

Well done! We have the Kuat NV 2.0 rack, but I pushed it beyond its limits in an off-road situation (nothing as knarly as shown in your video) and both arms failed. My fault, not the rack's fault. So, I'll likely upgrade to the 1UP Super Duty Double. I installed a front receiver on my F-350 as we tow a travel trailer. We have two Giant electric mountain bikes. Thank you!

Thanks for the video! Just bought a 2 bike, based mainly on your off-road video... answered my question! Taking the bikes on the Rubicon now....

Purchased this rack a few years back on a buy-once-cry-once vibe and never looked back. If I added up all the Thule roof racks, various foot kits, extra trays, valences, etc…it is far over the cost of this rack in the 2 bike model. I do have some fading with mine (black model, trays and levers faded) but otherwise this rack has been flawless functionally. Easy to assemble, use, and install/remove. If anyone is on the fence about it you can’t go wrong and there is no shortage of takers on the used market if you develop buyer’s remorse.

Great vid! I run the 1up Equip D - 2 tray. When used w/ my carbon fiber bikes I always use the wheel locks just in case any tires lose air the lock will keep it somewhat secure until you can rectify the issue but have noticed when loading my heavier ebikes- that the front fork will start to twist and turn and the bikes will start to lean back towards the road, even with the wheel locks inserted - so I grabbed some NiteIze gear ties to try and secure wheels better to the rack but after a recent 4000 mile road trip found that I still had to re-adjust both bikes at every gas stop to bring them back to a perpendicular position but never had this issue with the lighter bikes. I also used the gear ties to wrap both pedals together to lock them up and prevent them rotating/spinning. Final point - as mentioned at end of video, occasionally check and tighten bolts but don't do as I did when I saw there was too much play in the trays moving around and take a ratchet and socket and torq down on the nut because it will bend the aluminum tray very easily - didnt notice this until I saw one nut had 3 extra threads showing and I noticed that I over torqed it and damaged the tray. The trays are supposed to have some play in them to absorb movement of bikes on rough roads. I have considered the 1UP the best rack on market after numerous cross country road trips on the back of my Jeep but now with addition of heavier ebikes I have started to look at the more expensive quickrr rack due to its better weight capacity

great review. well done and very helpful

Fantastic video. Basically solidified that i'll be buying one of these 👍

This is exactly what I needed! Thanks!

For some reason, you and DÆrik are the only RU-vidrs with bike rack reviews that feature coherent sentences, and the others I watched were clearly from native speakers.

Good video. I have the single bike, heavy duty 1Up bike rack. Simple to put together and install on the back of my truck, but one thing I did notice. After only half a dozen trips, each of which was less than 30 miles, I noticed that there was a bit of wobble in the rack. I had tightened everything up really well with the supplied special tightening wrench. But I had to re-tighten them. I hope this doesn’t become a recurrent issue.

As another deterrent from theft and to completely resolve the pedal rub issue, I typically remove the pedals before driving too far with multiple bikes on board.

Glad to see it is made in the USA. Wish it had a ramp to roll up my 75 lb. Bike. I have a bad back so I need the ramp.

Thanks for adding this video. It made me aware of what to expect and how to avoid the issues. I think I will buy a 1up to replace my KUAT

My brother has one of these. I have a pickup truck and I'm jealous. Don't get the black one if you care about fading.

Thanks......great video

I've had this rack for 8 years. Several parts wear out and 1up says they are normal wear and tear. Lifetime warranty isn't really useful if it doesn't cover the primary metal parts. Expect to shell out $100s every few years to maintenance. Ease of use this is very versatile and great to get bikes on/off. Don't try to lower it or get into the back of truck when the bikes are on. Not sure I'd buy again. Not sure I've seen a better option.

Thx. I'm considering this rack to replace an old rack that has alot of wobble. The 1up seems to do the same in your video.

I use the 1Up security wheel locks for both security AND if my tire loses air pressure. With the wheel lock the bike will remain in the rack.

Your video answered my question about wobbling using the hitch extension. I also have a Jeep Wrangler and so will need it. Where do I pick up the anti wobble device you showed? I haven't ordered a 1UP USA carrier yet, (it's in the shopping cart), but now you raised a concern about the black anodized aluminum fading. I should just click on the "Buy Now" button and get it over with. 😂

Great review. If the tires go flat while the bikes are on the rack, are the bikes still secure or will they wobble dangerously?

The levers should not fade immediately and if they do 1up will warranty replace them. There was a bad batch of annodized parts that went out and 1up replaced my parts that faded within a short time. I have a roof rack version from a few years ago and the levers on it are still bright red.

I can't recall the name but my collapseable mountain bike has collapseable peddles ( purchased seperately) which you can push in to disengage and collapse and you pull them up from the collapsed position to reengage to the riding position. Perhaps a google search or an amazon search will reveal them.

Great review! I have a question though, as I'm about to hit the "place order" button. I saw a video that shows two bikes on this rack in motion behind a vehicle. they are swaying dramatically forward and aft, almost if not actually hitting each other, and the vehicle appeared to be on a paved road. Really concerns me. I see in your video the one bike behind your jeep seems solid, but upon closer inspection it does look like the handlebars are exhibiting this fore and aft movement. Any experience with this rack and two bikes mounted? Any solutions you know of to remedy this?

I have a heavy ebike and cannot lift it onto our current bike rack. I'm curious if you can put the front wheel on the rack and roll it across or are the bars that hold the bike in place in the way.

Pedal grind is real!

Hey there, loved the video. Reaching out with a question, I have a 22 Acura Mdx and just got a hitch installed. It says Capacity is 3500 Lbs, with a Max tongue weight of 350 Lbs, and 2” receiver. I am planning to get a 1 up super duty double, and 2 superduty extensions as I need to carry 4 bikes( 1 Trek Roscoe 32 Lbs and 3 trek Marlins 30 Lbs per bike). Is the younger limit and tow capacity enough? Do help

Is it a pain to add and remove the add ons? I was leaning towards the quickr stuff rack but with a 4 bike setup it’s a 1k more than the 1 up heavy duty double with two add ons

Great video, what about if you have fenders? Will this rack still work?

Nice video, thanks. What I don't get about this rack is it holds the bikes WAY, WAY off the ground. I can see where this would be nice for someone off roading, but 95% of the time people are using this for regular streets. I think the bikes are so high I don't know if I can get them on or off. I know that it tilts, but even still this bike rack seems to have the bikes up higher than anything I've seen.

I was very nervous putting my brand new beach cruiser on this rack. ru-vid.comUgkxG6JIgwJhur8_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...

In your experience, is this rack a good fit for electric bikes with fenders? My rear fender is pretty long and I think I will have a hard time locking in to the actual tire and I hate to lock into the fender as I feel this will only cause a problem in the future. What do you think?

What would the weight limits be. As this of a huge concern being that we have 2 ebikes.

Do you recommend the quick release handle for a 2 bike setup?

Could this be used on a fat tire ebike with fenders??

I think my only gripe with the rack is the release and the fact that you have to purchase the extension for two or 4 racks separately. At this price point, it should be included.

Yeah my levers faded almost immediately.

Excellent review. I just ordered one. My wife and I have e-bikes and they have fenders. I am slightly worried that this will impact the level at which I can secure the tires.

I had the same issue of fading colors But they have a amazing customer service… I send the bike rack and they replace all the parts.. And they cover the shipping cost the down time was 7 days One week out of the trails not bad as long my rack gets fix…

Great succinct review. What size is that Spawn?

Does the rack work with fat tire e-bikes that have fenders?

Fatbike compatible? kids 20" and 24" compatible? Whats the longest wheelbase It'll accomadate?

Is there a ramp for loading?

two pairs of thick socks covers the pedals nicely

What about bikes with fenders?

Can i use for 2 suron bike

The color fading could be caused by car wash soap

One item that you may wish to emphasize is a comparison. The pedal issue is the same for every tray-mount bike. The under-inflation is also an issue with any tray-mount rack (less so on the One-Up). I'm not so vain as to even address anodization on aluminum (what?, why? who?). I own a Kuat - I will probably buy a One-Up next.

Wth is a zap strap

This rack doesn't work well for bikes with fenders

Stick with the Equipe D .Wider and stronger without the silly threaded positioning clamp.

Who told her she was ready lmao

Don't buy this. I have the 1UP super duty, and I have driven over 3000 miles with it. What happens is if you drive over bumpy terrain or dirt roads, the bikes sway so much back and forth that the pedals will scratch your car. My new car has gouged out paint because of this stupid rack. This never happened to my bikes with my old Saris rack.

What are the security features? What keeps people from stealing it part by part?

Just velcro the pedals and secure it with the frame?