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Does Lets Go Aero NEO2 Bike Rack Require Stabilizer Strap For 1-1/4" Hitch  

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Does this rack require a stabilizer strap when used with a 1 1/4 inch hitch?

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The answer to your question depends on what the hitch instructions call for. However, if it is a Curt like the # C11412 we previously talked about they have dropped the requirement for the strap. If you have a strap already it wouldn't hurt to use it to stabilize the # B01748 but it is not required.

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Rick

6/5/2024

Thanks for the super fast response. The reason I asked is because I purchased a Swagman XCT2 to attach to the C11412. The Curt stabilizer strap will not attach to my Golf; the gap between the roof and the hatch door is too narrow for the "hook." Without the strap, the rack wobbles quite a bit. The strap will attach to the side of the hatch door near the top, but the guy at our bike shop said he thought that fitting would damage my car and recommended against it. I was chatting with Ashton; he sent me a list of racks that he said don't require a strap. One of those was the Aero. I don't want to spend a ton since I already threw away the Swagman box, so I'll have to eat that cost. But if I don't need to use a strap (even though the rack wobbles quite a bit), then even better.

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Robin H.

6/5/2024

@Rick The Swagman XTC2 # S64670 is also only rated for Class II hitches so it shouldn't be used with a Class I like the # C11412. The Lets Go Aero NEO2 has a Class I and Class II rating so it is fine to use with the hitch. For some extra stabilization I recommend adding the Roadmaster Quiet Hitch for 1-1/4" Trailer Hitches # RM-061-125.
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Rick

6/5/2024

@RobinH Thank you ! I guess I’ll eat the cost of the swagman and get the aero. Thanks again.

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