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Yakima KingJoe 2-Bike Trunk Mount Rack | 
 enlarge | Brand: Yakima
Category: Sports
Buy New: $116.10 (On sale from $129.00)
You Save: $12.90 (10%)
New (5) from $116.10
Rating:  8 reviews
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 15.5
Dimensions (in): 23 x 22 x 10.5
MPN: 8002619
Model: 8002619
UPC: 736745026097
EAN: 0736745026097
Release Date: October 8, 2007
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| Features:
| • | Compact trunk rack that holds up to 2 bikes at once | | • | Quick-trigger hub system makes installation a snap | | • | 6-strap system holds bikes securely in place | | • | Tri-padded feet and metal buckles protect paint job | | • | Integrated stability cables; folding arms for storage |
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Product Description
KINGJOE IS OUR BEEFIEST STRAP RACK YET, AND HE PERSONALLY GUARANTEES THE SAFETY OF HIS ROYAL SUBJECTS (NAMELY, YOUR BIKES). Quick Trigger Hub System makes installation a snap. Fits the broadest range of vehicles of any Yakima strap rack. 2 bike capability. Narrow arm design fits a wide variety of bikes. Padded feet protect your car?s paint job. Integrated Switchblade cradles hold bikes firmly in place. Six-strap system holds everything securely in place, even if your car has a spoiler. Folding arms on the KingJoe 3 make storage easy. As opposed to folded arms on you, which make you look bored during job interviews.
Amazon.com Product Description
Compatible with the broadest range of vehicles of any Yakima bike rack, the Yakima KingJoe 2 fits up to two bikes on the trunk of your sedan. The KingJoe 2 is equipped with a quick-trigger hub system that makes installation a snap, along with a six-strap array that holds your bikes securely in place--even if your car has a spoiler. Plus, the unit's premium tri-padded feet and metal buckles are expressly designed to protect your car's paint job. And thanks to the narrow arm design, the KingJoe 2 holds a variety of different bikes, from cruisers to mountain bikes. Other details include folding arms that make storage easy; glass hatch hooks to accommodate glass trunk or gate mounts; and integrated StableCradles for maximum stability.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 3 more reviews...
 Save your bikes September 27, 2008
Very Upset
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought this item from a local bike shop. They mounted it on the car showed us how to Strap the bike on. I did everthing they showed me! Driving down the Highway at 75 Mph Look up at the mirror in time to see my $640.00 bike fell off and Tumbled everywhere. Traffic swerving to avoid hitting it. My bike is Distroyed. Only had the bike for 33 days. Had the bike rack for less then a day.
What I got out of it A broken bike and a useless bike rack!
 '95 Buick Regal GranSport (4 doors) August 11, 2008
S. Bullock (Washington, DC USA)
***UPDATE***
My wife and I took our two bikes from our home in suburban Washington, DC to Ocean City, Maryland via Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Total driving time with traffic was about ten hours and about 400 miles. I never went over 65 miles per hour and tried to avoid sharp turns and sudden braking/aceleration. I also stopped at least once per trip to make sure the straps were still tight--which they were. The rack worked like a champion! I am so happy with it--it really does well. I guess I was nervous because it seems the lower base is kind of narrow, but it worked out very well in the end. I've heard that it's not a good idea to leave the rack on your car when not carrying bikes. I wonder what the sun's UV rays do to the straps over time, too. And how would the straps perform if wet? I can't imagine I'd want to try driving to the beach with this rack in the rain, but I cannot say for sure. Over all--solid.
(Original Review Below)
After searching high and low for weeks, I finally found a bike rack that fits my car. I strapped it on this weekend and was able to shake my whole car just by pushing and pulling vigorously on the bike rack itself--the rack didn't budge and the straps remained tight. I'll update my review if I see any problems in the future, but for now my assessment is that the rack is solid.
Sturdy rack and easy to set up and remove! August 7, 2008
K. Gustafson
I use my Yakima King Joe 2 on a 2006 VW Jetta. After the initial
reading of the manual and setting the rack up with proper adjustment
and tighting straps,(15 minutes)this rack can be on and off the car in
less than 5 minutes. The rack is rock solid and holds two mountain bikes
perfectly. I was pleasently surprised by the sturdiness and ease of use
of this product.
AVOID THIS RACK IT HAS BEEN A DISASTER July 29, 2008
Fair and Balanced (Atlanta, ga)
Do not purchase this rack if you are using it with a swept back car and a composite bike. While the rack remained fully attached to automobile, Cervelo carbon fiber triathlon bike went sailing across the highway when weak rubber mounting straps failed. Bike was completely destroyed. Manufacturer tries to limit liability to cost of rack and hides behind the fine print of a warranty statement that you get when filing a claim. This has been a complete disaster. If I could give it a negative review I would as I am currently experiencing a $3500.00 loss. STAY FAR AWAY FROM THIS RACK IF YOU HAVE A COUPE-TYPE VEHICLE AND A VERY LIGHT WEIGTH BIKE!
Nice Bike Rack July 14, 2008
Film lover from VA (Midlothian, VA USA)
I have used the rack a few times and found it easy to set up, very stable and secure. Worth the price.
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