WANTAGH TRANSPORTATION FIELD GUIDE
Yakima Ridgeback 5 Hitch Rack — feature-forward, rental-ready; call to confirm fitment in Wantagh
Short-term (1–10 day) rentals of the Yakima Ridgeback 5 in Wantagh through Brands Cycle and Fitness; this guide distills compatibility, capacity, and accessory needs.
Yakima Ridgeback 5 Hitch Rack — feature-forward, rental-ready; call to confirm fitment in Wantagh.
Available for 1–10 day rentals in Wantagh from Brands Cycle and Fitness, the Yakima Ridgeback 5 is a fully assembled hitch rack built around a tilting UpperHand control lever, removable ZipStrips, anti-sway cradles, and a tool-free SpeedKnob. It fits 1.25" and 2" hitch receivers, carries up to five bicycles (40 lbs max per bike), folds flat for storage, and requires confirmation of fitment before rental.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Tilt, Fold, and Lock — Built for easy access
The Ridgeback 5 features the UpperHand control lever to tilt the rack for vehicle access and folds flat for storage; a SpeedKnob tightens and locks the rack to the vehicle without tools.
Space for up to five bikes — with clear limits
Configured to carry up to five bicycles with anti-sway cradles and ZipStrips to secure bikes, the rack holds bicycles up to 40 lbs each and will not support most e-bikes; it is also offered in 2- and 4-bike capacities.
Hitch compatibility and add-on requirements
The Ridgeback fits both 1.25" and 2" hitch receivers; TubeTop (sold separately) is required for non-conventional frames (step-through, BMX, kid's bikes and some full-suspension bikes), and the HandCuff locking cable is available separately to secure bikes to the rack.
What the day feels like
How the rental works on the road
Renters pick up a fully assembled Ridgeback 5 and mount it to a 1.25" or 2" hitch, use the tool-free SpeedKnob to secure the rack, load up to five bikes into anti-sway cradles and secure them with ZipStrips, and use the UpperHand lever to tilt the rack for vehicle access; when not in use the unit folds flat for storage.
Suitability
Who it's for
Which renters this rack suits — and which it does not.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Available as 1–10 day rentals; the unit comes fully assembled and weighs 35.60 lbs with dimensions L 44" x W 12" x H 16".
Confirm your vehicle's hitch receiver size (1.25" or 2"), bring any required TubeTop for non-conventional frames, and consider a locking cable (HandCuff) which is sold separately.
The SpeedKnob provides tool-free tightening and locking to the vehicle; the UpperHand lever tilts the rack for access and the unit folds flat for storage when not in use.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long can I rent the Ridgeback 5?
Rentals are offered for 1 to 10 days.
What hitch receivers does it fit?
The Ridgeback fits both 1.25" and 2" hitch receivers.
How many bikes can it carry and what's the per-bike weight limit?
The Ridgeback 5 carries up to five bikes and holds bicycles up to 40 lbs each.
Can I transport my e-bike on this rack?
No — the rack will not support most e-bikes due to the 40 lb per-bike limit.
Do I need extra accessories for certain bikes?
Yes — the TubeTop, sold separately, is required for non-conventional, step-through, BMX, and kid's bikes as well as some full-suspension bikes; the HandCuff locking cable is also sold separately.
Does the rack require assembly?
No — the Ridgeback comes fully assembled out of the box.