Allen Sports Deluxe 2-Bike Hitch Mount Rack, Silver/Black (522RR)
The Allen Sports 522RR is the workhorse budget hitch rack that has hauled family bikes to trailheads for over a decade. It fits both 1.25-inch and 2-inch receivers, installs in minutes with no tools, and carries two bikes up to 35 pounds each on powder-coated steel arms. The patented folding carry arms drop out of the way when you are not hauling bikes, and the tie-down cradles keep each frame and wheel secure over rough roads. At a fraction of the price of platform racks, it is the classic answer for families who just need to get two bikes to the trailhead.
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Spending 20 minutes fighting a trunk-mounted rack every trip, or paying $700+ for a platform rack when you only need to move two bikes.
🏆 How It Compares
The 522RR is the budget-tier value pick; the Thule Epos 2 on this site is the premium platform alternative if you carry heavier bikes or want tool-free one-handed loading.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Fits both 1.25-inch and 2-inch receivers — works on almost any car or truck
- Tool-free install in minutes; folding carry arms drop away when not hauling bikes
- Tie-down cradles secure frames and wheels individually for rattle-free hauling
- Rugged powder-coated steel at a budget price — a decade of proven reliability
❌ Cons
- No built-in lock — bikes and the rack itself need separate cable locks
- 35 lb per-bike limit rules out heavy e-bikes and fat bikes
- Hanging style can rub frame paint; frame pads recommended for carbon bikes
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