Velocirax vs Alta Racks Bike Rack Review

**NOTE: This video reviewed was filmed in 2021 and is missing info on the following notable updates:
VelociRAX and Alta now offers baskets for 20″ bikes which we found to work great on all 20" kids bikes. The 20" basket for both brands can also transport 16" bikes with the help of a pool noodle (for shorter distances only)

Alta Racks now offers a “Superior” model rack that can hold up to 7 bikes. The new rack has no e-bike limit within its 350 lb. weight capacity

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Vertical hitch bike racks are the BEST way to transport more than 4 bikes. There are quite a few great options on the market, but Velocirax and Alta Racks are two of the most popular, and for good reason - they are both exceptional racks!

They are also quite similar, which can make deciding between the two a bit tricky. In this video, we’re going to answer the question… Velocirax or Alta Racks… We tested them both (side by side!) to figure out how they’re different, and when or if those differences actually matter.

0:04 Intro to Alta Racks and Velocirax
0:30 Similarities between Alta Racks and Velocirax
0:32 Both are vertical storage racks
0:57 Racks tilt forward providing rear hatch access
1:15 Really slim profile when bikes aren’t loaded
1:46 Reasons to buy the Velocirax
1:49 Price
2:00 Bike capacity
2:14 Lots of ebikes
2:32 Reasons to buy the Alta Racks
2:45 20” kids bikes
3:28 Ground clearance
5:34 Made in the USA
5:48 Other smaller differences
6:08 Velocirax hydraulic dampening system
7:33 Bike spacing
7:51 Wheel straps for tying bikes to the rack
8:30 Weight capacity
9:18 Questions to ask to decide which rack is right for you

VELOCIRAX REVIEW

High Capacity: The Velocirax comes in 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 bike capacity for maximum customization to your specific needs.

Dampening System: The dampening system at the rack hinge point provides resistance so that the bikes lower slowly, and will never come crashing down.

Roll-in Loading: When the Velocirax is tilted down, 29er bikes can be rolled into the wheel baskets – no true lifting required. For smaller bikes with shorter wheelbases, you will have to lift the bikes into the baskets.

Fits 24″ Bikes: The front tire hoops on the Velocirax easily work with 24″ kids bikes. (Alta Racks requires a small adapter to use with 24″ and 26″ bikes.) While some 20″ bikes may fit, we wouldn’t transport our 20″ bikes this way.

Wide Spacing: While all Velocirax racks offer at least 10″ to 12″ between bikes, Velocirax 3 and 5 capacity racks are available with 15″ of spacing!

On-wall Garage Bike Storage: Every Velocirax comes standard with a wall mounting bar to convert your car rack into a wall-mount garage rack during the off-season.

Who is the Velocirax best for?

Anyone who needs to haul more than 4 bikes, which is where traditional platform (tray) racks max out.

Families with 5 kids! The Velocirax is the only 7 capacity bike rack on the market.

Those who want an exceptional quality rack, but don’t want to pay over $1,000.

ALTA RACKS REVIEW

Wide Range of Adjustability
Alta rack does a great job at accommodating just about any bike wheel and tire size.

Adjustable spacing between bikes – All baskets can slide left or right to allow for minor or major spacing adjustments.

Changing bike capacity – 4, 5 and 6 racks can all hold 4, 5, or 6 bikes (as long as you have enough wheel baskets)

Tool-free, swappable wheel trays – you can choose any combination of 4 different wheel size baskets for your rack. These trays can easily be swapped out within minutes without tools.

Highest weight capacity – 300 lb. (50 lb. per bike) on all size racks (limit 2 e-bikes)

Ease of Use
We love Alta because it’s not only easy to use when fully loaded, it also a breeze to use when not carrying bikes. Considering our bike racks are on our cars for over six months of the year and only a very small percentage of that time it is actually fully loaded with bikes, ease of use when not loaded is almost just as important.

Angled hitch arm – a life-saver for additional clearance around town when not fully loaded

Quickly tilts down for rear access – Alta quickly and easily tilts down when unloaded as well as loaded.

Height adjustable top bar – Raising or lowering the top bar allows you to raise or lower the wheel baskets. This is a huge benefit for taller cars or trucks/SUVs with lifts!

Side stability straps – Minimizes swaying or bouncing when traveling off-road, also great for long road trips

Voile tire straps – Easy to use, easy to replace, and can even be used to strap a tube or water bottle to your bike in a pinch

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