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  • What do I need for my truck model?
    Check out our Fit Guide for comprehensive info to get you the best setup for your truck.
  • Will my bike fit with the tailgate closed?
    Most modern short-bed trucks will not be able to close the tailgate unless the bike is small enough. For precise fit information, see our offset charts for the Telescopic Crossbar and Utility Track below. You may also be able to close your tailgate if you mount your bike with the rear wheel and turn the front wheel to the side. If your tailgate needs to stay down, our Tailgate Boss can keep it from bouncing when transporting.
  • Can you ship international?
    We can! If you email your postal code and the products you are interested in to info@RIDE88.com, we can send a quote and electronic invoice with the shipping price. Canadian shipping is automatically quoted through checkout.
  • Is the Tailgate Boss compatible with my truck?
    The Tailgate Boss is compatible for trucks with a post style tailgate striker, including Ram, Chevy, GMC, Ford, and Nissan. You can get more information here.
  • Are your locks keyed alike?
    Yes, all our locks will be keyed alike when purchased together.
  • What tire sizes work with the RIDE88 QR3 rack?
    The QR3 racks fit all tires widths from under 1” up to 5” wide. Fits wheels from 24”-29". Fits 20" wheels with our simple BMX adapter.
  • How much weight can the QR3 hold?
    QR3 with Crossbar ​ 40 lbs per bike up to 4 bikes (for 5 bikes add a Center Support) 55 lbs per bike up to 2 bikes (for 3 bikes or more add a Center Support) 65 lbs or heavier. (1 or more bikes at this weight should use Tie Down Anchors and a Center Support) 90 lbs for bikes reaching this weight it is important to use Tie Down Anchors in combination with the rack. Your truck and bicycle should be well made and capable of supporting the weight. Observe your installation and make sure everything is securely mounted. If you have questions please contact us at: info@ride88.com. ​ QR3 with U-track ​ 40 lbs per bicycle up to 5 bikes 55 lbs per bicycle up to 4 bikes 65 lbs or heavier. 1 or more bikes at this weight should add U-Track Tie Down anchors. RIVIAN trucks, we suggest 2 bikes max at 70 lbs or 3 bikes at 55lbs or 4 bikes at 40 lbs. U-Track Tiedown Anchors suggested on bikes over 55lbs. Observe your installation and make sure everything is securely mounted. If you have questions please contact us at: info@ride88.com.​​ RIDE88 racks are intended for bicycle use only. We receive feedback frequently about how customers are using our rack systems. This allows us to make improvements and updates to our information. Here is where you will find the most up to date weight information. Weights listed are the result of customer feedback and assumes the use of modern, well constructed bicycles and trucks in good condition, loaded as directed. Your results may vary. After installing your bikes you should evaluate the stability of your system. If you have any concerns contact us at ride88.com. ​ This is a general guide to help you determine the maximum bicycle weight for your set up. Your vehicle could allow you to install more or less weight depending on the durability of your bicycle and your truck anchor points. The addition of tie down straps and a center support can be used for heavier bikes, such as ebikes.
  • Can bikes go in backwards?
    Yes most bikes work great installed backwards however some small BMX bikes may not.​ Long fenders on the back wheel may also prevent the arm from closing.
  • How high should I mount the rack off the truck bed floor?
    15"-21" from the truck bed floor to the center of where the rack clamp on to the bar is a good range. 16.5" Is about ideal. If the mounting goes lower the rack will lift off the bed floor when installing some wheel sizes. However, that is still an acceptable function of the rack.
  • Do the racks work with bed covers?
    Yes, and the rack folds down out of the way. We suggest soft roll-up covers, or for folding covers and bulkier roll-ups the racks need to move back from the cab a few inches. Options are shown in this quick video: Installation Options
  • Can the rack handle E-bikes?
    Yes, see the "How much weight can the QR3 hold?" FAQ for details.
  • Will the rack work with fenders?
    Some fenders extend too far to work with our compression arm. The upper arm that presses against the tire is not intended to press against fenders. If you are not sure if it will work with your bike please contact us and we will help you determine if it will fit or not.
CUSTOM SOLOUTIONS

custom solutions:

If we do not have a solution for your vehicle please contact us at:

 

info@ride88.com

We are working on new ideas for people all over the USA. We have welded and built several solutions that have not been posted. Best of all we do the design work for FREE. We feel that once we make a new bracket or solution, we will be able to then pass it to our next customer so its a win win!  Just send us as many shots of your truck bed as you feel describes your situation. We will quickly reply and start working with you on it right away. We can't solve them all but we sure like a challenge. We love our customers and their amazing support for our exciting new project, RIDE88.

 

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check out a few examples of solutions we have already created

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