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R-pod Owners Forum : bikes and mirrors http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Introduce Yourself : bikes and mirrors Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 01 May 2026 19:15:48 +0000 Thu, 10 May 2012 01:01:29 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=2441 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ bikes and mirrors : A 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe limited... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=24127#24127 Author: CinRan
Subject: 2441
Posted: 10 May 2012 at 1:01am

A 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe limited with tow package from factory...... PERFECT balance!!!]]> Thu, 10 May 2012 01:01:29 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=24127#24127 bikes and mirrors : What are you pulling with? http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=24104#24104 Author: techntrek
Subject: 2441
Posted: 09 May 2012 at 9:14am

What are you pulling with?]]> Wed, 09 May 2012 09:14:54 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=24104#24104 bikes and mirrors : Well our trip has been fantastic.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=24084#24084 Author: CinRan
Subject: 2441
Posted: 08 May 2012 at 12:48am

Well our trip has been fantastic. We left the Phoenix area last week and are now in Salt Lake City. We are on our way to Yellowstone for the summer!!Our Pod is a Hood River Edition and I have to say it looks COOL! We are averaging 16 mpg!!! The pod doesn'teven know it is gpoing up the mountains!! The 2of us and our Yorkie are finding our rolling home is just right!]]> Tue, 08 May 2012 00:48:41 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=24084#24084 bikes and mirrors : I don't think that there... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23984#23984 Author: TIDALWAVE
Subject: 2441
Posted: 03 May 2012 at 6:58pm

I don't think that there is a commercial bike rack-extender hitch that could handle the Pod tongue weight and/or pod tow weight. I have seen them on tow vehicles towing light weight trailers.
But I doubt that they can handle a Pod. If you buy one, make sure that you get written confirmation that the rack-extender can handle the Pod. You will probably have to have it for the follow-up legal proceedings.
]]> Thu, 03 May 2012 18:58:30 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23984#23984 bikes and mirrors : That's excellent, CinRan!... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23979#23979 Author: tpierce220
Subject: 2441
Posted: 03 May 2012 at 10:53am

That's excellent, CinRan! How was your trip?]]> Thu, 03 May 2012 10:53:01 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23979#23979 bikes and mirrors : We have just done the first... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23975#23975 Author: CinRan
Subject: 2441
Posted: 02 May 2012 at 8:20pm

We have just done the first 400 miles, we put the spare on roof of our car (Hyundai Santa Fe), the put the 2 bikes on a bike rack that goes into the reciever on the back of the Pod... PERFECT!!!!!!!!]]> Wed, 02 May 2012 20:20:40 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23975#23975 bikes and mirrors : Let us know how it goes. http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23949#23949 Author: KayakkrazyUP
Subject: 2441
Posted: 01 May 2012 at 11:03pm

Let us know how it goes.]]> Tue, 01 May 2012 23:03:31 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23949#23949 bikes and mirrors : Welcome. The rear of the pod... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23709#23709 Author: techntrek
Subject: 2441
Posted: 21 Apr 2012 at 2:30pm

Welcome. The rear of the pod isnt rated for more than the weight of two bikes, confirmed by someone here recently.

]]> Sat, 21 Apr 2012 14:30:05 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23709#23709 bikes and mirrors : I've taken my spare off and... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23701#23701 Author: parmstrong
Subject: 2441
Posted: 21 Apr 2012 at 12:58am

I've taken my spare off and replaced the hitch with a cross camper stabilizer with a 2" receiver in order to carry a scooter. The spare will still fit between the scooter and the camper. You can probably do the same with a bike carrier. Be sure to balance the weight on the front of the camper, so it's not too light. I'm considering adding an extra LP bottle. pat]]> Sat, 21 Apr 2012 00:58:16 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23701#23701 bikes and mirrors : I know what you are asking.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23469#23469 Author: CinRan
Subject: 2441
Posted: 10 Apr 2012 at 11:54am

I know what you are asking. We tried that with our new Hyundai Santa Fe and fold down. There was too much space between car and hitch. Now that we have just purchased an R pod, we are going to take the spare tire off the back, put it on top of the car, and put the bikes on the back of the pod using just a hitch bike rack. We are going to check out our theory later this week!

]]> Tue, 10 Apr 2012 11:54:55 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23469#23469 bikes and mirrors : Originally posted by BugsonthegoI... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23429#23429 Author: Butterfly_Lee
Subject: 2441
Posted: 07 Apr 2012 at 8:03pm

Originally posted by Bugsonthego

I just purchased a 172 and will be towing it with a 2009 Honda Pilot and have several questions:

1. I want to try using a dual hitch extension and put a bike rack between the Pilot and the RPod.

Has anyone tried that or had experience with that?

2. Any suggestions for mirror extensions for the Pilot?

3.Leveling equipment: wood or the plastic leggo type?

My previous experience has been with a fifth wheel and a small motor home, so this is a new adventure for me...lookin forward to it.

Bugsonthego.

1. Can't help you with "1".

2. Even though I really don't need them, I like them. (a)Making a left had turn in a gas station keeps the tire in view when the standard mirror is "blind". (b)When backing that little bit of mirror extension really helps. (c) "I" think I have a been view of vehicles coming up behind me. (I just gotta be different). Wink

I suggest you buy a set try them out, if you don't like or need them take them back.

3. I love my leggo blocks. I use two and a cover for each stabilizer, less to crank even with a drill. However I bought one of those cones for the foot in front and it didn't make it though the first trip. Ouch

Back to my 6x6x12 block of wood.

Happy Camping

Lee

]]> Sat, 07 Apr 2012 20:03:02 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23429#23429 bikes and mirrors : #1) I echo techntrek's concern... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23102#23102 Author: Outbound
Subject: 2441
Posted: 21 Mar 2012 at 10:32pm

#1) I echo techntrek's concern about dual hitches seriously impacting your tongue weight. Instead, have a look at a carrier that attaches to the tongue and stores the bikes above the propane tank.

#2) As everyone else has said, you won't need mirror extensions.

#3) I'm a big fan of legos. I've also got lego chocks and find they work really well.]]> Wed, 21 Mar 2012 22:32:14 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23102#23102 bikes and mirrors : Welcome! I agree about the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23064#23064 Author: Guests
Subject: 2441
Posted: 19 Mar 2012 at 6:15pm

Welcome!

I agree about the mirror extensions....you won't need them.

I use the plastic levelers (Lynx) and have been very happy with them. Most all of my camping is in developed campgrounds and I have not had a problem with them sinking in. I do use (about) a 16" scrap piece of treated 4X4 to put under the tongue jack and it has also worked well.

As mentioned, the plastic levelers are light, easy to store and easy to clean.

]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2012 18:15:01 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23064#23064 bikes and mirrors : Wecome Bugs. I use wood,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23062#23062 Author: Goose
Subject: 2441
Posted: 19 Mar 2012 at 6:00pm

Wecome Bugs. I use wood, had plenty around the garage and it was inexpensive. I also put a little 1 1/2 in. x 6 in. x 6 in. square piece under the levelers for a larger base, saves from cranking the levelers down as far. Goose]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2012 18:00:10 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23062#23062 bikes and mirrors : As for #1, you must be very careful... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23054#23054 Author: techntrek
Subject: 2441
Posted: 19 Mar 2012 at 1:04pm

As for #1, you must be very careful with hitch extensions. If you read the fine print they usually say that your max hitch weight will be cut in half by using the extension. Most smaller tow vehicles have a normal hitch weight max of 350. The lightest dry hitch weight of any pod is 225 pounds (171), which will be more when loaded and with battery, propane, etc. So that would make the extension unusable with a pod for your Pilot.

The reason why is due to dynamic load and leverage. A 300 pound hitch weight might go up to 600+ pounds going down the road as it bounces up and down (it will go below 300 pounds on the way up, more than 300 as it comes down). Let's say your ball is 6 inches away from the hitch socket. After applying the extension it is now 12 inches away. Your static load at a stop light will be the same, still 300 pounds. But now it can apply twice the leverage bouncing down the road so 600+ pounds becomes 1200+ pounds. Your entire hitch assembly ends up on the road and you watch your pod pass you because the emergency break-away isn't triggered (unless you attach it directly to your vehicle and not the hitch assembly).

Oops, forgot to add the weight of the bikes, extension and bike rack - they all get added to your hitch weight too.

]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2012 13:04:20 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23054#23054 bikes and mirrors : We like those levelers too... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23051#23051 Author: Snowbound
Subject: 2441
Posted: 19 Mar 2012 at 10:40am

We like those levelers too and have never had to put anything under them but sometimes they need to be rinsed off (lots!)]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2012 10:40:25 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23051#23051 bikes and mirrors : Thanks for the info.Do you put... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23050#23050 Author: Bugsonthego
Subject: 2441
Posted: 19 Mar 2012 at 9:53am

Thanks for the info. Do you put anything under the levelers to keep them from sinking into the ground or is that not usually an issue? I know if you camp in state forest campgrounds etc there may not be a good gravel base.

Bugsonthego

]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2012 09:53:48 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23050#23050 bikes and mirrors : I can't answer #1, but you... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=2441&PID=23046#23046 Author: tpierce220
Subject: 2441
Posted: 19 Mar 2012 at 9:46am

I can't answer #1, but you shouldn't have to worry about mirror extensions as the pod should not be wider than your Pilot. I find that I can see fine with the Outlander, especially if I have my trusty spotter to double check out the passenger side window. I did look at Camping World, and people seem to like this: http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/dual-head-xlr-ratchet-clip-on-mirror/55144

As far as #3 goes, I use the Lego type of levelers. They're portable enough as they come with their own bag and is stackable. I try to be conscious of the amount of space that things take up, and wood blocks can take up more space.

Tim