1UP USA  is proud to announce the launch of its fully reengineered Recon Rack — a vertical hanging hitch rack now available in 4, 5, and 6-bike configurations.

More than just an update, the 2025 Recon represents a full overhaul from the hitch up. Designed and manufactured entirely in Wisconsin, the new Recon was built around the belief that the best gear should be repaired, not replaced — combining lighter weight, modular design, and user-friendly upgrades that serious riders and weekend warriors will appreciate.

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“We tasked our world-class engineers with reimagining the Recon to embody the durability, serviceability, and versatility that 1UP customers expect,” said Kurt Barclay, Marketing Director at 1UP USA. “The result is a rack that sets a new benchmark for performance and longevity in vertical bike transport.”

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New Highlights of the 2025 Recon:

  • 15% Weight Reduction: The 2025 Recon features a combined aluminum and steel construction that cuts unnecessary weight without sacrificing ruggedness. The 4-bike configuration now weighs just 72 lbs, while the 5- and 6-bike models come in at 80 lbs and 84 lbs, respectively.
  • Fully Bolt-Together Design: Gone are the welds. The new modular frame is fully serviceable and swappable, ensuring every component can be replaced or repaired, not tossed.
  • Wedge-Style Hitch Connection: The newly integrated wedge hitch locks the rack into place, eliminating sway and rattle for a rock-solid ride every time.
  • Upgraded Pivot System: A redesigned tilt mechanism with a heavy-duty pin and easy-access lever makes it simpler than ever to get into the back of your vehicle, even when fully loaded.
  • New Aluminum Baskets: The symmetrical baskets are lighter and compatible with a wider range of bikes—including MTB, gravel, and fat tires—without the need for adapters.
  • Now Available in 4, 5, and 6-Bike Options: For the first time, the Recon is available in a 4-bike configuration, offering more flexibility for families and shuttle crews alike. MSRP (subject to final confirmation):
    • 4-bike: $1,100
    • 5-bike: $1,300
    • 6-bike: $1,500
  • APS Side Panel Compatibility: The Recon works seamlessly with 1UP’s APS (Accessory Panel System) Side Panel, allowing users to mount tools, gas, water, and other essentials right to the rack — ideal for trail builders and overlanders.
 

Like all 1UP products, the new Recon is proudly made in the USA, from design and prototyping to engineering and fabrication.

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Whether you’re headed for the backcountry, hauling a full team’s worth of bikes, or just chasing the weekend, the new Recon delivers a transport solution that’s lighter, tougher, and smarter than ever before.

For more information about the 2025 Recon Rack, visit 1up-usa.com.

 

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