Originally Posted by
CNY James
i don't have a hitch rack but I have a Thule 822 Bed Rider... it locks in place and I see no real reason to ever take it out (unless I am going to be hauling something else in my truck) I rarely transport my bikes but it's nice to not have to mess with it when I do.
I have something very similar. Ratchet out then sits right on the edge of the bed. I keep it on all the time as I carry my bikes farily often.
The fixture on the end allows me to run a cable through a space then lock in place (bed loop) with a U lock.
Got it back in 95'sh for $60.
rack by
gulpxtreme, on Flickr