What is Difference Between RockyMounts HighNoon FC and MonoRail Single Bike Racks

Updated 01/27/2026 | Published 08/25/2024

Products Featured in This Question

RockyMounts HighNoon FC Solo Bike Rack for 1 Bike - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount

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$499.99

RockyMounts MonoRail Solo Bike Rack for 1 Bike - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount

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$419.99

Question:

Hi, I am looking for a light-weight single bike carrier for my 2016 Mazda Miata with a 1 1/4inch hitch, and am wondering about the differences between the Rocky Mounts Monorail rack and the Rocky Mounts High Noon rack. Ill be carrying either a carbon road bike or an alloy gravel bike. I have a Swagman platform 2-bike rack but its heavy and not ideal for a carbon frame. They seem similar in price and function. Can you enlighten me, and perhaps explain why one would be a better fit than the other for my needs? Thanks.

asked by: Tim M

Expert Reply:

Hey Tim, this is a really great question as the RockyMounts HighNoon part # RKY87RR and the Monorail part # RKY10007 are both very similar. To the point I almost don't see why they have both available at first glance.

But anyway the Monorail has a shorter max wheelbase at 48 inch compared to HighNoon which is 52 inch. The Monorail also sits about 4 inches closer to the vehicle at 12 inches compared to 16.

The Highnoon weighs 29 lb and the MonoRail 25 lbs.

expert reply by: Jameson C

Jameson C.

1/27/2026

Hey Tim, how did things turn out with the bike rack for your Miata? Did the weight difference between the HighNoon and Monorail make one a better fit for your carbon and gravel bikes? Your feedback could help others choosing between these two racks.