Most Popular Thule for 1986 Dodge Ram Pickup

Linda and I recently ordered two Aventon Pace 500 NextGen E-bikes from [bike store] in Madison, WI. Not wanting to just toss our expensive new bikes in the back of the p/u when they arrive next month we promptly ordered the Thule Instagator from etrailer. My prior experience with etrailer came as a recommendation from a friend. I was able to do quite a bit of the research on etrailers website, the demonstration video extremely helpful and we placed an order. The racks were in-stock, shipped promptly, etrailer providing a very nice tracking link that included pics of the staff involved in processing the order and a map of the route all the way to delivery. Absolutely 1st rate service. The racks showed up in perfect condition about two days after placing the order, exactly as promised. We are very pleased with etrailer, will most certainly be ordering from them again and recommend this company w/o reservation. Nice job etrailer!

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I bought two racks to transport my ebikes. The tires do not fit in the rack. the cradle that holds the tire require to be wider. I need to return them. please assist me in this matter. thank you

I'm reviewing this tailgate pad after a year of use. I looked at a lot of tailgate pads before buying this one and it's still my favorite out of any that I have used or seen but there are still a few improvements that could be made. Pros: Straps are easy to use and the fact that the can slide up or down means they can be wrapped above or below the spot the bike sits on the tailgate accounting for virtually any frame shape or style Padding keeps the bikes nicely in place Tailgate handle cover always stays in place and is effective Can carry up to 6 bikes comfortably, maybe 7 if you really squeeze Overall the tailgate pad looks awesome! Cons: here are the few improvements I could see being made Even though it is a full size tailgate pad, on my ram 1500 the tailgate has extra width and could still be 6" wider and more easily fit the 7 bike slots. Bike slots are slightly too close together for stacking more than 3 bikes. Usually 6 is the max I can fit without risking pedals bumping

etrailer has been great in the past and I will order from them again. This experience was mediocre because they advertised free 3 day shipping through a google search for this product. After paying I was notified that it would take longer. I needed the gate mate for a weekend trip and could have gotten it through [online vendor] for the same price, quicker. Not a big deal, just be aware.

I'm reviewing this tailgate pad after a year of use. I looked at a lot of tailgate pads before buying this one and it's still my favorite out of any that I have used or seen but there are still a few improvements that could be made. Pros: Straps are easy to use and the fact that the can slide up or down means they can be wrapped above or below the spot the bike sits on the tailgate accounting for virtually any frame shape or style Padding keeps the bikes nicely in place Tailgate handle cover always stays in place and is effective Can carry up to 6 bikes comfortably, maybe 7 if you really squeeze Overall the tailgate pad looks awesome! Cons: here are the few improvements I could see being made Even though it is a full size tailgate pad, on my ram 1500 the tailgate has extra width and could still be 6" wider and more easily fit the 7 bike slots. Bike slots are slightly too close together for stacking more than 3 bikes. Usually 6 is the max I can fit without risking pedals bumping

Very sturdy and well made. Great for a barrier between bikes and tailgate so it is not scratched. The camera flap is a plus so the rear view camera is accessible. No issues a year after purchase. Fits a 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 and 2022 RAM 2500 equally well.

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