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Originally Posted by emanuel_v19 (Post 21017789)

Thanks! That's a nice rack! I've always wanted those but that would mean I need to install a hitch, and then that gets pretty expensive for me.

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Originally Posted by qclabrat (Post 21017899)

I have the same each, after 7 years the rack is showing wear. Carrying heavy list assist bikes far has taken it's toll. It's still a great rack for the price.

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Originally Posted by qclabrat (Post 21017901)

I installed the hitches myself and they were always in the $100 range. I'll never go back to anything else. The platform racks makes getting out so much quicker

I chose that hitched rack because I didn't want a trunk lid one... and where I work there wasn't clearance in the parking garage if on the off chance I would bring it here for after work riding (but that was taken off the table because of possible theft). So, a hitch was only natural and I don't have a big car so a 2 bike rack on a 1 1/4 hitch was/is perfect. I have the hitch just waiting on the rack lol. Yakima is a well known brand so, I went with it for the time being and seeing that many people have it locally I felt more assured with the purchase.

interesting stand, bike needs to get dirtier....
btw: what is your height? I was looking at the frame, but thought I should ride a Large even though I'm 5'9" due to the shorter reach

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Originally Posted by qclabrat (Post 21040572)

interesting stand, bike needs to get dirtier....
btw: what is your height? I was looking at the frame, but thought I should ride a Large even though I'm 5'9" due to the shorter reach

I agree, just haven't received the rack yet to take it places. I've been fine tuning things, looking into some noises it had and checking for loose bolts. Adding things here and there as needed. I'm 5'7" w/ 30 inseam. I would think my arms are quite proportioned to my height so my reach on the Medium frame is pretty good.

Here's an update on the build and experience with the DV9. It's a little late but been busy with family stuff and well just the regular routines down here in Miami. Once I got the rack I was able to play with my Ibis more and enjoy what she has to offer.

Frame in White/Teal, Medium - (Now White/Red Vinyl Sticker Overlay from Stikkrd)
RockShox Pike RCT3 29 Charger DebonAir 130 Boost Fork
Chris King InSet Tapered Headset with Griplock - (Red from Blue)
TruVativ Descendant 35mm Stem (40mm) - (Industry Nine A35 Stem 40mm)
TruVativ Descendant 35mm CF Handlebar 800mm (Shorten to 760mm)
Ergon GA3 Grips (Black)
SDG Components Tellis Dropper Seat 31.6x413mm/125mm
SDG SM Pro Saddle (Red/Black)
Sram Dub BSA BB
Complete Sram GX Eagle Drivetrain 175mm/32t (Upgraded to Gold XX1 Eagle 175mm/34t)
Crank Brothers Stamp 11 Pedals (Black/Gold)
Shimano XT SM-RT86 Rotor 180mm/160mm (Upgraded to 180/180mm Sram Centerline X Rotors)
Shimano SLX BL-M7000 Brakes (Upgraded to Sram Code RSC)
Stan's NoTube Arch MK3 29ers (Swapped with 29er Barons (35mm internal with the lower mentioned tires)
Maxxis Minion DHF Wide Trail 3C/EXO/TR 29x2.5 Tires...
Second wheelset using the Arch MK3 29er 25mm internal with WTB Venture 700x50(2")

https://i.imgur.com/llZNFru.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/3P3EHLK.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/3GgZC3U.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/0Xc3z9X.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/mOA6J6s.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/2W0bWpH.jpg

That is sweet.

I've been having ultralight dreams for my hard tail but the budget just isn't there :)

Added some extra bling ;)

She's officially done, I hope. lol...
https://i.imgur.com/DQLaTcd.jpg

Color matching fork stickers :)

https://i.imgur.com/nxmtB31.jpg