Recumbent Trike Hitch Rack, 2011-08-29

A home-made wooden trike rack that fits onto a standard hitch tray.

I also added another video that features some additional information. Then after viewing the all gray painted rack, I went back even after that video and spruced up the protective foam ends based largely on continual suggestions. When will this madness end? Thanks for looking.

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Howto & Style

Tags:

• recumbent trike hitch rack
• bike
• bicycle hauler

[KrunchyJD]

You do realise that the reason few people ride recumbents, is because too many drive cars like yours, andthey believe that with SUV's on the road they will not be seen.

[LogNotching]

@KrunchyJD I suggest you find a friendlier cycling path!

FYI: Mikael, this is a 'how-to' thread on an idea regarding a home made trike transporting rack. Period.

You shouldn't have any trouble finding fault with those who live differently than you............; we can't all be perfect! I liked your cycling video but after your comment here, it has now taken on a certain emptiness. Perhaps when you turn 70, you'll appreciate ways to chill in comfort (also)!

[KrunchyJD]

@LogNotching Get electric assist then. However, I stand by what I said. If people want trikes and recumbents taken up, then getting rid of SUV's is a big part of that. Besides, we fight overseas wars so people can drive around in SUV's

[LogNotching]

@KrunchyJD Thank you, I'm feeling better!

[oratwi]

Excellent idea. A great way to carry your trike around and a good "carry vehicle". Keep on triking....

[LogNotching]

@LogNotching That rack view is in Part 1 video.

[LogNotching]

@CullyJ Besides the Wednesday & Saturday travels to Cades Cove in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park some 30 miles one-way, has been about 125 miles from here in a driving rain storm back in April (see YouTube video 'Red Bud Ride' posted April 17, 2011). If you'll look at that video you'll also see some pieces of 'foam noodles' that are placed over the bar-end shifters then covered with a grocery store plastic bags to keep excess water out of the handlebars. Also bags on the lights.

[LogNotching]

@dregerclock Sorry about the low sound (defaulted to mid-range), was in a hurry to post this to several forums, one of which I wish you'd consider signing aboard. NEED MORE TRIKERS! Recumbent Riders International (Tadpole)

Join in the discussion. Will paint this rack in the next few days; semi-gloss gray seems to be a requested color. Will have to post the rack on my timberframe saw horse scooting across the driveway or wheel it out under a tree!

[CullyJ]

Terrific looking rack!

Have you traveled a lot with it? I like that you can use it as a stand so you can work on your trike.

[dregerclock]

OH! I like that idea that idea that you can strap the trike to it and stand it up against the wall in the garage! Great feature!