I have a pretty cheap bike rack and it swayed all over the place. I used one of these and the difference is amazing. Great recommendation. I've been using one of these for 2 years now.

I was just about 2 buy another bike rack because it sway sooooo much on our road trips. I thank you soooo much. I'm about to order this part right now!!!!

I just installed a hitch on my vehicle. Bike rack is coming soon and I made sure to also purchase this item! Thanks for the video! Exactly what I was looking for 👍

@GanderFlight

Жыл бұрын

Awesome Austin! It really helps a ton.

Exactly the information we needed. Thank you for posting this!

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

@The_Algorithm_

20 күн бұрын

@@GanderFlight How are you liking that stem extension? Did it make a big difference?

awesome! Did exactly what you did here and that little hitch clamp eliminated the wobble. Thank you!

@GanderFlight

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it Daniel! Much better than watching things sway back and forth like a pendulum in the rearview window!

The exact video I was looking for! Thank you!

@GanderFlight

4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Hope it was helpful too

Yes-exactly what I needed!!! Thank you so much!

@GanderFlight

2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

This was so helpful and informative. Thank you for sharing it.

@GanderFlight

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thank you! it's very good video, specially the comparing part with and without tightener.

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Very informative and to the point. Great video thank you for posting

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome!

Sounds like this is what we need when carrying 2 bikes - great tip and appreciate the video

@GanderFlight

Жыл бұрын

Glad you found it helpful!

Super helpful! Made a huge difference with my new rack. 👍

@GanderFlight

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it Brian!

Thanks for putting this video together.

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

No problem!

Thank you for this informative video!

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

Awesome ! I have a very easy to use bike rack - but the bike sways too much for me to feel comfortable taking the rack and bike on long road trips. I'm OK with going 11 miles on side streets to my favorite trail. With this inexpensive tightener, I can feel safe taking my bike on the bike rack on long drives - Texas to New Orleans - to recreate rides I did as a kid. THANK YOU !!!!!

@GanderFlight

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Jeff! Happy trails my friend!

It greatly reduced the wobble. Great vid. 🤘🏼

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

Yes it does!

wow this is exactly what i needed!!!!!!! thanks! subscribed

@GanderFlight

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thank you. Friend and ai bought two bikes and I was stressing coming home with then wobbling side to side

Thanks! That's exactly what I need!

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad the video could help you out!

Useful, thank you very much!

@GanderFlight

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks this helped me so much!

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

No problem!

Heck yes!! Thank you!!

@GanderFlight

2 ай бұрын

You bet!

Nice!! Thanks DD

@GanderFlight

2 жыл бұрын

No problem 👍

Very useful video 👍

@GanderFlight

2 жыл бұрын

👍

Legend thanks solved my problem.

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it was helpful!

Awesome thanks

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

Helpful Thanks

@GanderFlight

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks alot!

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

That's a good tip.

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it

I used a composite carpenters wedge and tapped it in along side the bike rack in the receiver. Works great.

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

I'd be concerned it would vibrate its way out going down the road.

@joed1244

3 жыл бұрын

@@GanderFlight I went 600 mile with it . Never budged. When I put it in ,I used a hammer to make sure it was in tight. Then I just wiggled it out later with my hand

@markparent7999

3 жыл бұрын

This was exactly my thought and my plan on a trip i plan on taking soon.

I like the sway because I know the bike ain’t falling off and it clears away tailgaters from behind me! Downside is you get to wrench that off to remove the rack.

@GanderFlight

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, the sway really tightens down the screwed hitch pin.

Good job

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

👍

Thank you 😅

@GanderFlight

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! I hope it helped solve your problem!

Thanks

@GanderFlight

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Leigh!

Thank you for the information really useful I just had my first hitch installed. Do you have any information videos on dealing with small trailer like the ones from uhall

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was useful Paul! What kind of information are you looking for regarding small trailers?

I have an ebike on a motorcycle carrier and when I first installed it it was swaying back and forth like crazy! So much so that after 1/2 a mile I turned back home because I thought the thing was gonna fall off! Lol. Just ordered one and this should fix it. Thanks!!

@GanderFlight

9 ай бұрын

Hope it fixes the issue for you! Happy trails :)

@Overmotor

9 ай бұрын

@@GanderFlight it did thanks!

Thanks for this video! I had no where near the slop you had but it was still bugging me. When I turn left or right the hitch would shift.

@GanderFlight

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Dope thanks for the vid

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

@migmogg8087

3 жыл бұрын

@@GanderFlight man I found one for sale locally and it sold before I could scoop

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

Bummer

Another similar issue to avoid is a mismatch between your bike rack and hitch receiver. For example a 1.25” bike rack in a 2” hitch receiver and if that’s your case buy the correct adapter instead or in addition to a hitch tightener / stabilizer.

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed - I can't imagine using a 1.25 hitch in a 2" receiver without an adapter and anything good coming from it.

@baileymccallum5503

3 жыл бұрын

I have the correct adapter (two actually, one that works on the hitch, and one that's a small extender) and they both have sway.

@scottshipp2980

3 жыл бұрын

@@baileymccallum5503 I don't think anything takes sway away entirely but I have a 2" hitch, a 2-to-1.25" adapter, and a 1.25" rack. With a hitch stabilizer like shown in this video, almost all of the sway goes away.

@williamko4751

2 жыл бұрын

@@baileymccallum5503 my hitch is 1 1/4, my bike rack is 2". I use an adapter. I use two clamps, one for adapter, one for the rack. Works great, no more rattle.

A threaded (locking) hitch pin would also do wonders!

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

So this bike rack came with a threaded pin and I haven't found it to help much - especially when using it on a 2" receiver.

Cool

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

👍

Oh man, I paid top dollar for the Tesla bike rack and the thing doesn’t even seem to really fit well and it’s all wobbly. Thanks for this video. I’m still working on installing this bike rack.

@GanderFlight

10 ай бұрын

Let us know if you get it figured out and what worked for you!

@ritchcarcass8624

10 ай бұрын

@@GanderFlight went to Tesla service and they said it’s fine it just has a little slack. Test drove and it’s fine like that. Doesn’t wobble really when driving

Get a decent hitch pin without play and preferably one that has threads inside the rack tube!

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

The hitch pin on this bike rack is threaded, its just the nature of hitches- there is always going to be a little play, hence the tightener 😎

I've been looking for something like this. Any concern on how it transfers energy to the rack or hitch if you hit a bump?

@GanderFlight

4 жыл бұрын

Nikki Longo I’m not an energy expert, but I’d be more concerned about the energy transfer when NOT using it because the Rack becomes more dynamic and flops around.

@cheefussmith9380

3 жыл бұрын

@@GanderFlight that would be my concern

What is the strap you have to prevent your front tire from spinning?

@GanderFlight

Жыл бұрын

Its a cam buckle strap like this one: amzn.to/449uDaR

super

@GanderFlight

2 жыл бұрын

👍

Just got one. I was a bit nervous driving my 10k bike on a rack that was wobbling around. 😂

@GanderFlight

7 ай бұрын

This'll help for sure!

The only thing that sucks is sometimes I wanna take my bike rack off and this device will make it so hard for me to do that. I’ll have to pretty much leave it on all the time which is OK but I’m mad my bike rack doesn’t fit perfectly.

@GanderFlight

10 ай бұрын

I hear ya - frustrating!

The receiver is 3" and rack 2" ?

@GanderFlight

Жыл бұрын

On that setup the bike rack was 1 1/4 with sleeves to make it fit 2” and the receiver is 2” on the truck - so essentially a 2” shank and 2” receiver. The tightener takes out all the slop and wiggle.

Wrapping it with duct tape works too

@GanderFlight

2 жыл бұрын

Technically....

@williamko4751

2 жыл бұрын

No. Did that, the tape will wear out. Not safe.

I was very nervous putting my brand new beach cruiser on this rack. kzread.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...

@GanderFlight

10 ай бұрын

What price - how many bikes -- amazon reviews are a good place to start.

You need a black kit.

@GanderFlight

2 ай бұрын

???

Damn I feel smarter now

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

You put the anti-rattle hitch tightener on backwards

@GanderFlight

9 ай бұрын

There is no one way to install this device - that's so awesome about it. I'd install it differently on my truck versus my minivian vs the coupe and totally different if using it with the weight distribution hitch for my RV.

@retiredguyadventures6211

9 ай бұрын

@@GanderFlight I can send you the package directions if needed. It specifically shows to "not" mount it the way you showed on your video.

@GanderFlight

9 ай бұрын

@@retiredguyadventures6211I showed several mounting options in the video -- which are one are you referring to? The unit I received did not have any indications like you're referencing - did we purchase the same unit? I'd love to learn more - feel free to shot me an email at joshua at ganderflight . com with a photo :)

Which bike

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

???

@tribute9682

3 жыл бұрын

@@GanderFlight giant model

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

@@tribute9682 Giant Boulder

Seems like the only downside is it makes rack removal much more of a chore.

@GanderFlight

Жыл бұрын

Yes, that is the downside. However, if you're driving anything over 15-20 minutes with bikes - its totally worth it.

I've watched several other videos on installation. In your first example, you are not taking advantage of the bent part of the plate. Watch other videos folks to compare.

@GanderFlight

Жыл бұрын

I'm not sure if you continued watching but thats ultimately how I installed it. Its flexible based on each setup. Thanks for watching!

Dude, you put the plate on upside down... DUH!

maybe your bike likes rocking like a baby trying to sleep

@GanderFlight

2 жыл бұрын

My bike may like it, but I do not. Therefore, no more rocking!

the guy managed to show every single unintuitive way to put the plate, and ended up with a slightly better direction than the first attempt...

@GanderFlight

2 ай бұрын

I think you're over estimating how much the individual hitch and shank will dictate what direction you go - but I could only show the example with this setup. Thanks for watching!

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Waste of money . Just stick a washer between the hitch and the receiver! #abracadabra 🪄

@GanderFlight

Жыл бұрын

Are you securing that washer in some way Jordan?

@Jaytee_7

Жыл бұрын

@@GanderFlight no sir if your worried about it put a dab of jb weld on the washer and stick it to the hitch part on the bike rack

Awesome thanks

@GanderFlight

3 жыл бұрын

You bet!