Cradle Spacing on Yakima RidgeBack 4 Bike Rack
Question:
How many inches are between the placement of the bikes? Thule says theirs is 7 inches between spaces. thanks
asked by: Dawn
Expert Reply:
The spacing between the cradles on the Yakima RidgeBack 4 Bike Rack # Y02458 is 5-1/2 inches, on center. This is still decent bike spacing but if you are wanting to give your bikes more room to breathe the Thule Apex XT # TH9025XT that you referenced is the better option.
As you mentioned, this particular rack features a cradle spacing of 7 inches. This was actually a very intentional upgrade when Thule recently transitioned to their current line of racks. This type of spacing not only helps to further prevent bike-to-bike contact but it also just makes the loading process much easier since you won't have to fight as much when loading up similarly sized bikes on a hanging-style rack like this.
I have attached a short video demonstration that you can check out as well.
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Thule Apex XT Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
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- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
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- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
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Yakima RidgeBack Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Yakima
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