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which model?

Just watched your video and it was very informative. I think a great idea would be if someone made an optional window tunnel between the 2 sliding glass options between the truck and cap. Something flexible but sturdy enough so water and dust can’t get in and maybe it’ll help with the temperatures of the cap for the pets. Just a thought and great video

What a great review. So thorough. Thanks for this.

Definitely best explanation review!

TopOak @ $1499 FTW 😁

What is the cost of rrt

Bro, they release this tent RIGHT when all these new rooftop tents are coming out at ~$1000 and this one is over $4k?

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Great review. My concern with this rack is that it is not really e-bike rated. My emtb weighs 53 lbs for example so I could probably eek by with this rack but it doesn't give me a warm feeling.

Saw someone ask this, but there wasn’t a response. Looking at this currently for an FJ. Did you need an extension on the hitch? And will the door open if you tilt the rack down? Thanks

Best review of this rack I have seen. So clear and the actual demos of "how to's" were perfect. Thanks!

Great review. I think I'm going this route over the KUAT. Quick question....did you get the quick rack with adapter or go heavy duty?

Will this cargo carrier work with the bike rack as well- as in can we use both together? I have a 2 inch heavy duty 2 bike carrier also 1 up

Thank you, finally someone showing a truck tailgate open with tilt

Baddass

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I've been considering this rack for a while but I wasn't sure how it worked. This is the first review I've seen that actually demonstrates how it works and what I need to know. Thank you!

Great review!

What about secuirity?

Great video! I just put a Smart Cap EVOa on my 3rd gen Tacoma. The current production versions have a redesigned latch that is supposed to not allow water in to freeze, plus they can be opened from the inside. I believe the latches will be available separately soon-ish. It took them 3 years to develop after the initial reports of latches freezing. I know RSI made a few other changes over the years as mine has the port for the bed light and a different mounting system from the earlier models. So far my only complaints are that the locks turn anti-clockwise to lock, not sure if that is a South African thing, and that being black powder coated the inside is very dark. I am curious about how you have your traction boards mounted. Looks like a convenient location. If you could make a short about that I would appreciate it.

Great review!!

Love the videos. I have the same set up. What load bars did you go with?

Hi, do you still have this smartcap? Where did you purchase it from?

Which model is this? Super duty or heavy?

Awesome review! The real-world demonstration of the rack's usability, combined with the anecodotes around off-road use, were both super helpful. Thanks! That's a sweet looking squat/deadlift platform as well.

I sleep in the back of my ranger but i sleep diagonally and can shut the back door and tailgate.

Best review yet. And thanks for the tips and demonstration of off road capability.

I got the EVOa adventure on my 2021 Ranger Tremor. Didn't need the windows and preferred the added security. I've had it since October 2023. Mine came with the rubber latch covers in the box. I added them right before winter here in VA. They were super easy to add on after you do one. Never had any issues opening up the cap during freezing weather. I added some rubber protection to help them last against the sunrays. A con is it does add another step on opening the cap. But I lock mine anyways so it's not that big of a deal. It does hide the latches so less likely someone might test to see if they're unlocked. Oh, on the cap brake light wiring. From SmartCap they had the wiring harness going towards the driver's side. I had to actually feed it to the passenger side down underneath the truck. Not sure it's because I have the tow package. But definitely take a look underneath before running the cable. Ask me how I know. 😂 I believe there's plenty of slack you can test before running it.

Great channel! Thank you for your review. I have a 2022 Ranger Tremor and just ordered this same cap. Your previous videos sold me on this. Yes, they now have covers for the locks. Hoping mine came with them otherwise you can get them separate under warranty.

Nicely done video, very thorough. Do you know the distance from the back of your tail gate to the bike as I have a full size rear spare tire mount?

Sheeeet it looked white coming out the driveway 😅😅

Thanks for sharing these trips, they’re fantastic - been learning a lot

Great review, really helpful! I think I’m going to order the exact same setup: the single rack with the add-on rack for flexibility. One question for you. Have you used any of their additional lock sets (either the 1/4 turn wheel lock or the add-on lock to secure the add-on extension)? Both seem like nice features but at $25 each I’m not sure if it’s worth it. How do you secure your bike to the rack when on a road trip? Just wondering what your thoughts are given your experience with this rack. Thanks!

My current saris weighs 70lbs. I'm looking into this or the Equip D

Get rid of the dogs

Is easy some one Stealing the bike from the rack

Will the bike's handle touch your truck? Looks close.

Show off your favorite rack loading bikes with fenders and a rear trunk rack!

I own a tremor 2021 cactus gray, with warn 10k winch, RCV front shafts, ARB front locker, KC fog and clear lights, Mishimoto, can catch, bigger intercool, and radiator with more cooling capacity, Roof top tent from Freespirit model High Country. It's a very nice truck and comfortable for 2 big guys, and economical to drive.

Only one strap on items on a hitch haul is a mistake

What cam straps are those to secure the cargo?

Maybe integrate a metal screen or grate where license plate is?

New suv have back up sensors does it affect backing y blocks license plate when vertical position

Is it legal in your country to hide the number plate with cargo? in EU it would be illegal and you would have to mount another plate on that cargo rack. In addition, in EU you would have to hang a warning flag onto that rack for extenden length or have another full set of back lights on that thing. How is it over at your place?

if you dog has issues it’s cus you failed to train him lmao

Great review, thanks for being so thorough.

Wish I had a full garage to store the rack. Until then, gotta store my bike inside the car 😭

So when you put the holders in place against the bike wheels can you lock it in place to avoid theft?

Any updates on your topper?

I have always wanted a 1up... but my $250 rockymounts solo rack is 4 years old and had zero issues. If it ever fails, I'm going for a 1up,!