Swing Away Bike Rack

[LANDO0077]

I was wondering if anyone here is using the Swing away Bike Carrier from LR.

I am currently using yakima roof rack and the LR rack system with the LR luggage carrier with two bike racks on either side. I know it would reduce the amount of drag on the hwy, I am just concerned about the tailgate functioning properly. When I go on trips, I have to have a dog kennel inside truck, luggage on top, and like to carry our mtn bikes as well.

The pictures I have seen of the swing away bike rack seemed to be user friendly and well made, is this true?

a pic of the set up I am using now

 

[nwoods]

The guys on Disco3.co.uk (mostly British guys) seem to have a generally negative opinion of that system, and opt for 3rd party vendor bike racks. I personally have no experience with them either way.

 

[PacificGroveRover]

I have had one for 4 years. Also have the ski attachment that allows me to carry 6 pairs of skis. It works great and is very heavy and built like a freaking tank. It's probably made by Bauer for Land Rover. I bought it used off ebay. I would recommend it.

 

[LANDO0077]

thanks guys! I think I will try it out.