How does the center pole attach to the rack and how much weight can the center pole hold?
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It has an attachment that comes around the side and you use the nut and bolt that comes with it and have to really, really tighten it. I had to use an adjustable wrench to get it super tight. Once I did get it to a point where it would no longer turn any more, and I actually put all my weight on it and jumped up and down on it, I wanted to make sure it was not going to budge. The cheap stuff I bought before broke so I didn't want it to do the same thing. And this has my husband's clothes on it and it holding about 100-125 lbs just on that middle bar. And has been on it now for a couple of months without any slippage. I absolutely LOVE these racks. It has an attachment that comes around the side and you use the nut and bolt that comes with it and have to really, really tighten it. I had to use an adjustable wrench to get it super tight. Once I did get it to a point where it would no longer turn any more, and I actually put all my weight on it and jumped up and down on it, I wanted to make sure it was not going to budge. The cheap stuff I bought before broke so I didn't want it to do the same thing. And this has my husband's clothes on it and it holding about 100-125 lbs just on that middle bar. And has been on it now for a couple of... » Read More It has an attachment that comes around the side and you use the nut and bolt that comes with it and have to really, really tighten it. I had to use an adjustable wrench to get it super tight. Once I did get it to a point where it would no longer turn any more, and I actually put all my weight on it and jumped up and down on it, I wanted to make sure it was not going to budge. The cheap stuff I bought before broke so I didn't want it to do the same thing. And this has my husband's clothes on it and it holding about 100-125 lbs just on that middle bar. And has been on it now for a couple of months without any slippage. I absolutely LOVE these racks. « Show Less
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Hi Frank and other inquirersI am using the middle horizontal and the upper horizontal. I tightened the clamps with a great deal of energy and still it listed on one end. I then wrapped duct tape over the poles and the clamps had a better grip. I use the top horizontal for skirts and the lower one for slacks. The whole outfit holds about 50 skirts above and 30 pairs of slacks below. True to its weight allowances I would say.
807544
Frank, there is a clamp on each end. Simply tighten the clamp bolts down tightly with a crescent wrench. I have two of these racks and each center pole is filled with clothes. My 5 year old girls tried to use it for gymnastics before I put the clothes on and it held up just fine to their abuse as well.
807545
It has an attachment that comes around the side and you use the nut and bolt that comes with it and have to really, really tighten it. I had to use an adjustable wrench to get it super tight. Once I did get it to a point where it would no longer turn any more, and I actually put all my weight on it and jumped up and down on it, I wanted to make sure it was not going to budge. The cheap stuff I bought before broke so I didn't want it to do the same thing. And this has my husband's clothes on it and it holding about 100-125 lbs just on that middle bar. And has been on it now for a couple of months without any slippage. I absolutely LOVE these racks.
2089246
I exchanged emails with them a few years ago about its weight capacity. They said they had dropped 1200 lbs on the spotters and hooks and it didn't budge (I still have the old email). I don't know if it would endure that beat for long or anything would for that matter. I certainly wouldn't drop that kind of load on the front hooks outside the rack without having it bolted on the floor! You could tip the rack. Also the dip bars are rated at 250 lbs a piece.
2260565
My center is 30lbs and it holds pretty well with rubber tacks underneath it. I don't know the specific weight load but the stand is very sturdy.
700045
Hi chuck. The rack doesn't come off. For the Fall/Winter months I take the top portion off and I store it in my garage. The pole stays in the ground 24/7. Hope this helps.
1078984
No way! The weight is no problem. Properly installed it will hold your bike just fine. The rack is very heavy and well made. It does however depend on the additional supports being welded to the frame on either side . The setup is very critical. The side supports must be welded in the same plane as the main hitch. If not it will bind and not slide in and out. I took mine to a welding and machine shop that I trust. It took a whole day to get it exactly right. Cost was about $500 but with the additional supports it was rock solid. John S.
1492428
The rack with weight if contents in the bag would likely shift to the left or right instead of remaining center as mounted regardless how hard you tighten the clamping piece on the seatpost. I can live with it and center the rack after a bumpy ride.
2174375
The rack is not heavy - but it is junk - I threw mine away within 2 weeks - big bulky and flimsy
1317223
The rack currently is stuffed full of cotton clothes. The hanging bars and frame are very solid and if I push down on a rod firmly, there is no bending or loss in stability in the frame. If one hung some type of weights for weight lifting exercises on the rods, I don't know if the attachment between rod and frame would hold, but for any type of clothing, this supreme double rod garment rack is extremely sturdy.
1081456
It is a very sturdy rack, provided you use all four supports. With just two supports, I do not think it would hold heavy cakes.
2142375
The pole is tension mounted. Not sure how much weight it will support, but am sure that it would support at least 250 or more lbs. as an aide for standing up.
1824730
Hi! You have to thread it through the rack and there are side attachments in velcro. It's pretty easy to attach and very stable. I hope this helps!
1699638
We put a large hard shell Sears Cargo holder on it. It held about 100 lbs of more with no issue. The racks were very stable. You can adjust them in spacing.
1175711
Although the rack seems sturdy I would hesitate to put too much weight on it at one time. I don't know of any stand up rack that could handle that much weight.
2129140
please direct question to seller - i am utilizing one of mine for plants and the bottom sheves for baskets holding cat food, dog treats, etc. the other rack holds a radio, some collectibles - i can say that the two i purchased are very sturdy and can hold some weight.
1686863
Hi....and I have no clue as I have never done that. This rack is very well made and I have had no problems with it. Sorry I couldn't help.
1832208
The rack can hold 250 lbs on each shelf. With the wheels, it can 75 lbs on each shelf. Per the manufacturers website. http://www.origamirack.com/frontend/product_R5.asp
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There is 3 racks/shelves so you could put one on each shelf. I would guess you could get 25 pounds in there total, maybe more.