Can Yakima HitchSki Be Used With Malone Runway Spare Tire Bike Rack MPG2148?
Updated 11/03/2025 | Published 01/12/2025
Question:
Will this bike carrier hold the Yakima HitchSki Ski Carrier?
asked by: Johanna
Expert Reply:
Hello Johanna, thanks for reaching out. The Malone Runway Spare Tire Bike Rack # MPG2148 will not work with the Yakima HitchSki # Y02418. The HitchSki can only be used with Yakima brand dual-arm hitch mounted bike racks. The Malone Runway is a dual arm rack, but it is not hitch mounted so it would not work. The hitch mount is much more secure and sturdy than the tire mount. You would want to use the HitchSki with the Yakima BigHorn, DoubleDown, FlipSide, SwingDaddy, Ridgeback, KingPin, Fulltilt and Fullswing. Those are the only approved hitch racks. Let me know if you have any other questions.
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Malone Runway Spare Tire Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - Adjustable Arms
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Standard
- 3 Bikes
- Locks Not Included
- Dual Arm
- Folding
- Hanging Rack
- Malone
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Jesse M.
11/3/2025
Hey Johanna, did you end up trying one of the Yakima hitch racks with your HitchSki? Knowing how that setup worked could help others looking for a secure way to carry skis with their bike rack.