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SportRack Escape 3 Bike Hitch Mount Folding Rack w/Frame Mount Cradles for 1-1/4" & 2"

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Code:   A30403

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SportRack Hitch Bike Racks - A30403

Anti-rattle and anti-sway devices make carrying three bikes as enjoyable as possible. This tilting rack allows for quick storage and easy access to cargo areas. Furthermore, soft cradles slide and rotate in order to accommodate various types of bikes and the dual arm design offers three attachment points for more support.

SportRack Tilting Trailer Hitch Mounted 3 Bike Carrier

Features:
  • Carries up to 3 Bikes
  • Works with many alternative and larger tubed frame bikes
  • Dual arm design offers great bike support and three attachment points
    • Anti sway cradle attaches to the upright or angled bar of bike frame to help keep bikes from swaying front to back.
  • Soft cradles slide front to back and rotate to help accommodate many types of bikes
  • Powder coated to resist corrosion
  • Bike rack tilts down allowing access to the rear of the vehicle
  • Top support arm also collapses for travel without bikes or for storage
  • Bike rack includes a anti-rattle threaded hitch pin that prevents bike rack sway
  • Optional Cable Lock (A32022) is available to lock bikes to rack
    • Cable lock also stores inside the left arm of the bike rack when not in use

Specs:
  • Designed for 1-1/4" x 1-1/4" (Class II only) and 2" x 2" trailer hitches
    • Hitch must have class II rating - 3,500 lbs. GTW
  • Measures 12-1/4" from the center of the hitch pin hole to the upright bar of the rack
  • Weight capacity: 132 lbs.
    • Maximum single bike weight is 45 lbs.
  • Accepts bikes with frames up to 1-1/2" in diameter
  • Normal hitch locks are not compatible with this bike rack due to the built-in anti-rattle device.
    • Use A30901LHP hitch lock secure the rack to the hitch or A32022 hitch and cable lock as a keyed-alike option to secure the rack and bikes to the hitch.
shank of bike rack

The shank converts to fit 1-1/4" x 1-1/4" and 2" x 2" trailer hitches.







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Video Transcript for SportRack Escape Tilting 3 Hitch Bike Rack Review

Today we are going to be showing you part number A30403 the folding 3 bike carrier for 1 inch and 1/4 and 2 inch trailer hitches. This is called the Sport Rack Escape 3. The features of this includes that it carriers up to 3 bikes, it works with many alternative and larger tubed frame bikes and it has a dual arm design which offers great bike support and 3 attachment points for each bike. Also it has a anti sway cradle which attaches to the upright or angled bar of the bike frame to help keep bikes from swaying front to back as you are driving down the road. The soft cradles slide front to back and rotate to help accommodate many types of bikes. The carrier is also powder coated to resist corrosion. The bike rack tilts down to allow access to the rear of your vehicle. The top support arms also collapse for travel without bikes or for storage. The bike rack includes a threaded anti rattle hitch pin that prevents the bike rack from swaying back and forth.

It also has the optional cable lock which is part number A32022 which is available to lock bikes to the rack. The measurements for this are designed for 1 inch and 1/4 by 1 inch and 1/4 receiver hitch, which would be a class 2 only. Or you could also use 2 by 2 inch trailer hitches. The weight capacity is 132 pounds and the maximum single bike weight is 45 pounds. It accepts bikes with frames up to 1 inch and 1/2 in diameter and the normal hitch locks are not compatible with this bike rack due to its built in anti rattle device. As stated before you can actually convert this from a 2 inch to a 1 inch and a 1/4 shank. But to do that you will need loosen the screws up on both side, then split it in half and it will open up the plastic outer shell. You just need a phillips head screw driver and a flat head to help split it apart. Just take your flat head, put it in there, and it is ready for a 1 and 1/4 inch. We are going to go ahead and put the shank into the hitch and show you how the anti sway bolt works.

Now you want to make sure you get the holes lined up just right. Now you have a lock washer and a regular washer that you put on the pin as well before you install. Like with any bolt, it simply screws in. Now to tighten it up you will need a wrench or a ratchet. Get it nice and snug and there is a pin or clip for the other side. Next we are going to show you the tilt feature of this rack and to do that you simply pull the pin and clip out of the bottom near the shank and let it fall towards you. Then you will be able to gain access to the rear of the vehicle, truck, SUV, car, what have you. And you have access to the rear of your vehicle. Next we will show you how to fold down the cradles and the arms themselves. It is a very similar process such as the tilt mechanism. You just pull out a pin and clip and you just let the arms fall down, and repin and clip it so the arms do not move. Now it is ready for storage.

Next we are going to go ahead and show you how a bike fits on there and then we are going to move on to the cradles. Before we put on the bike, we are going to go ahead and loosen up the straps. Once it is on there, go ahead and strap on the anti sway device. Obviously these cradles can move left to right and front to back as needed. Plus they have these convenient rubber straps that are very flexible and are used to fit around your bike. The bike rack also has these anti sway cradles as well, that as you can see attach to the frame of your bike to ensure more security as you travel. There you have it for part number A30403. This is the folding 3 bike carrier for 1 inch and 1/4 and 2 inch trailer hitches, the Sport Rack escape 3.






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SportRack Escape 3 Bike Hitch Mount Folding Rack w/Frame Mount Cradles for 1-1/4 - A30403

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SportRack Escape 3 Bike Hitch Mount Folding Rack w/Frame Mount Cradles for 1-1/4 - A30403

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Jim M.07/19/2009

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Heavy-duty with great features Heavy and solid, as anything for a hitch should be. The adapter for 1.25" and 2" receivers is particularly convenient as I have vehicles with each. No rattles when used with SportRack Hitch and cable lock purchased separately. Holds bicycles securely with no sway and plenty of pedal clearance (2009 RAV4 Sport with rear wheel delete). Highly recommended!2144



SportRack Escape 3 Bike Hitch Mount Folding Rack w/Frame Mount Cradles for 1-1/4 - A30403

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Ufutsnuget10/05/2011

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I just down graded this rack. The cradles move on the support arms when a bike is mounted on it. I tried using bungie cords and straps to keep the bike from moving. I am waiting to hear from Thule to see what their recommendation is. I am very disappointed in this rack.25123



SportRack Escape 3 Bike Hitch Mount Folding Rack w/Frame Mount Cradles for 1-1/4 - A30403

ratingratingratingratingrating by: ufutsnuget09/22/2011

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I would have rated this bike rack higher but here is the issue. The locking bolt for the hitch mount (anti sway bolt) is crap. It is made of white metal. My rack was mounted with only one bike, sitting in the driveway, and all of a sudden, PING, the bolt head snapped off. Thule said they will replace it, but with the same type of bolt. I am not taking any chances as I am replacing several bolts with much stronger ones. Imagine if I was going down the road. Also, this rack does not fit a jeep liberty with a rear tire mounted as listed on another post. 24380



SportRack Escape 3 Bike Hitch Mount Folding Rack w/Frame Mount Cradles for 1-1/4 - A30403

ratingratingratingratingrating by: aby08/02/2011

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Havent installed yet, the instructions look straight forward though. The rack itself seems solid just wish it came with red markers for the ends that point backwards for safety but that can be worked around with some red radium tape For the price this rack offers better value 20927



SportRack Escape 3 Bike Hitch Mount Folding Rack w/Frame Mount Cradles for 1-1/4 - A30403

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Steve C.06/02/2011

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The SportRack Evader is a decent product for the price. Shipping was fast and my product arrived undamaged. During installation the lock bolt sheared off while loading my first bike to test. I called Thule directly (Thule is the manufacturer) and they sent me the wrong part, however after calling them back they sent the right part to which I have had no trouble with multiple trips and fully loaded with 3 bikes.15942



SportRack Escape 3 Bike Hitch Mount Folding Rack w/Frame Mount Cradles for 1-1/4 - A30403

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Clyde03/22/2011

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Perfect fit for me to get the mountain bike to the trails.10105



SportRack Escape 3 Bike Hitch Mount Folding Rack w/Frame Mount Cradles for 1-1/4 - A30403

ratingratingratingratingrating by: KarlySue03/25/2009

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One Amazing Bike Rack!!! I Have a 2003 Jeep Liberty and this bike rack fit perfectly behind my spare tire. Easy to put together and get biking!!! It is worth every penny and the bike and hitch lock is an awesome addition. My bikes are going everywhere with now. If your considering this...GO FOR IT! 1684



SportRack Escape 3 Bike Hitch Mount Folding Rack w/Frame Mount Cradles for 1-1/4 - A30403

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Alan C.08/18/2008

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A solid product, a good price Built well. Bikes are held securely without them swinging or banging around even on bumpy roads or at highway speeds. Only time will tell about the reliability but this seems to be solidly built so I expect it to last. 1190



SportRack Escape 3 Bike Hitch Mount Folding Rack w/Frame Mount Cradles for 1-1/4 - A30403

ratingratingratingratingrating by: John03/19/2008

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Good solid construction This hitch is solid, stable, and mounts three bikes easily. Use extra tie down straps to secure the bikes. Locking products help secure the bikes to the hitch..purchased for your purchase. Fits the 2008 Rav4 with clearance required from the spare mounted tire. To protect the factory cover, I removed and installed a black cover instead. The rack still would work with the factory cover installed....your choice.679




Ask the Experts about this SportRack Hitch Bike Racks


  • What 2 Bike Hitch Mounted Bike Rack will Fit a Class I Trailer Hitch Receiver
  • The SportRack bike rack you are interested in cannot be used in a Class I receiver. Class I and II receivers both are 1-1/4 inch by 1-1/4 inch in size but Class II shanks are longer and will not slide all the way into a Class I hitch. If you tried to slide this bike rack into your Class I receiver it would not go in far enough for the hitch pin holes to line up and you would not be able to insert your pin or lock. The closest rack we offer regarding features is the Thule Roadway, part # TH912
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  • Will SportRack Tilting 3 Bike Rack Work with a Class I Hitch
  • Because of the lower tongue weight capacity that is found with a Class I hitch, the SportRack Tilting 3 Bike Rack will not work. If you were to use it, you would apply too much downward force to your hitch, likely damaging it and your vehicle. For this reason, many hitch manufacturers actually weld in or punch a stop into the receiver, that prevents the shank from a Class II accessory from being used. Because of this weight limitation, a bike rack used with a Class I hitch is limited to a 2 bike
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  • Recommended Bike Rack for a 2003 Jeep Liberty
  • To know if the SportRack Escape 3 Bike Hitch Rack, part # A30403, or the Rola TX-102 2 Bike Carrier, part # 59400, will fit on your 2003 Jeep Liberty you will need to take a measurement. You will want to measure on your hitch from the center of the hitch pin hole out to the furthest rearward portion of the spare tire. This measurement will determine the clearance needed for a hitch bike rack to fit. For the SportRack bike rack to fit, the measurement you took on your Jeep will have to be less
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  • Bike Rack for a 2008 Toyota RAV4
  • This bike Rack has spacing of 12 1/4" from the center of the ball mount hole to the back of the upright bar. While this may work for your vehicle and spare tire combination you need to measure from the center of your hitch pin hole to the farthest back part of the spare tire to be sure. If you find that this will not fit your application we have other options that may work. A spare tire mounted bike rack attaches to the spare tire to carry bikes. We also have extenders that will increase the di
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  • SportRack Escape 3 Bike Rack Arm Dimension
  • The arms on this bike carrier are 13 inch on center. To fit a bike over the bars you need a clearance of 14-1/2 inches in the bike frame. We do have 2 carriers that have smaller arms, the Softride # SR25863 has 8.8 inch outside to outside measurement and will carry up to 4, 40 pound bikes, and the Kuat # A102-BLACK-114 for 1 1/4 inch receiver and #B202-2 for 2 inch receiver has an outside to outside measurement of 11 inches and a weight capacity of 100 pounds. You may also want to loo
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  • Recommendation of Bike Racks for Transporting a Recumbent Bike
  • The SportRack Escape 3 Bike Rack, item # A30403, is not recommended for recumbent bikes. We do have three models that may work for your recumbent bike. These models will certainly carry one recumbent bike, as long as the wheel base is within the limits of the rack, but may not carry two bikes due to the seat width on recumbent models. The Swagman XTC2, item # S64670, has a maximum wheel base of 66 inches and accommodates wheel sizes up to 2-1/2 inches wide. The Softride Versa Tilting and Fol
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  • Will the SportRack Escape 3 Bike Rack Fit Both 1-1/4 and 2 inch Hitches
  • Yes, the SportRack Escape Tilting 3 Bike Rack, item # A30403, will work in both 2 inch and 1-1/4 inch hitches. There is a sleeve that bolts around the 1-1/4 inch shank to adapt the rack to 2 inches. We have a video for you to review that shows how to adapt the rack to Both size hitches.
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  • What are the Hitch and Bumper Clearance Dimensions of SportRack Escape 3 Part # A30403
  • There are 2 hitch pin holes on the bike rack and they are 2 inches apart, center of hole to center of hole. The distance between the front hole and the folding plate is 4-1/8 inches. The distance between the rear hole and the folding plate is 6-1/8 inches. The distance from the center of the front hole to the upright bar is 10 inches. The distance from the rear hole to the upright bar is 12 inches.
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  • Is the SportRack Hitch and Cable Lock Long Enough to Secure All Three Bikes
  • Yes, the 37 inch cable on the SportRack Hitch and Cable Lock - Keyed Alike, item # A32022, is long enough to secure 3 bikes to the SportRack Escape 3 Bike Hitch Mount Folding Rack with Frame Mount Cradles, item # A30403. The included pin will be installed in the end of the drivers side arm and the cable and lock will be routed through the bike frames and secured to the pin in the end of the arm. The hitch lock will be secured to the anti-rattle hitch pin. We have a video which shows the insta
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  • Will SportRack Escape 3 Bike Hitch Mount Rack, # A30403, Fit On VW Passat with Class I Hitch
  • The SportRack Escape 3 Bike Hitch Mount Folding Rack, # A30403, you are interested in cannot be used in a Class I receiver. Class I and II receivers both are 1 1/4 inch by 1 1/4 inch in size but Class II shanks are longer and will not slide all the way into a Class I hitch. If you tried to slide this bike rack into your Class I receiver it would not go in far enough for the hitch pin holes to line up and you would not be able to insert your pin. This rack can only be used in Class II receiver.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack Combination for a 2009 Subaru Impreza
  • A better bike rack for your needs would be the Kuat Alpha 3 bike rack # A102-BLACK-114. Typically, you are only able to carry 2 bikes on a class I hitch, but the Kuat Alpha bike rack is made of lightweight aluminum, and would allow you to carry 3 bikes as long as their combined weight is less than 100 pounds. This bike rack also includes the anti-sway cradles you liked in the # A30403 model. The Kuat bike rack also includes a hitch lock and a built in cable lock, so you would not need to pu
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  • Can the SportRack Escape 3 Bike Rack be used on Highways at Highway Speeds
  • Yes, the SportRack Escape Bike Rack can be used at normal highway speeds. It cannot be used off road. I have added a link to the instructions below that go over assembly and proper use of the rack.
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  • Which Trailer Hitch and Three Bike Rack Is Recommended On 2010 Nissan Murano
  • I would recommend the Hidden Hitch Trailer Hitch, # 87486, for your 2010 Nissan Murano. It has the low profile design and will be mostly hidden underneath the vehicle. It is a bolt-on installation with no drilling required. The Dual-Arm design bike racks seem to work good for long distance highway traveling because it gives two attachment points to strap the bike down. That will help give the bikes better support if you encounter any crosswinds when driving on the highway. One of our mo
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  • Can the SportRack Escape Bike Rack be Used with the Curt Multi Purpose Drawbar on a 2006 GMC Envoy
  • The best I can do without having the bikes and camper here to install everything on is to give you some dimensions. This way you can measure and determine whether your bikes and the pop up will work together with the SportRack Escape 3 Bike Rack, item # A30403 and the Curt Multipurpose Ball Mount, item # D210. From the center of the hitch pin hole on your 2006 Envoy to the center of the hitch pin hole on the upper ball mount on the # D210 ball mount the distance is 7-1/2 inches. Then, from th
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  • Which Hitch Mounted Bike Racks will Fit a 2008 Ford Edge and Carry 2 Womens Beach Cruisers
  • With the SportRack Escape 3, you would have to use their lock. They have the shank threaded for their specific pins and locks. To use the same lock that you use for your drawbar, you will need a bike rack that is not threaded for a specific pin. The 1-1/4 inch hitches for your 2008 Edge are Class II, so you have good selection of racks to choose from. Beach cruisers can be pretty heavy, so keep an eye on the weight capacity of the rack. The Kuat Beta, part # B202-114 uses a standard, non-t
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  • Is SportRack Bike Frame Adapter Bar, # A34500, Needed For Womens Bikes On The SportRack, # A30403
  • Yes, you will want to use the SportRack Bike Frame Adapter Bar, # A34500, on bikes that will not have the horizontal bar that goes from the seat post to the handlebar post. When attaching the bikes to the SportRack Hitch Bike Rack, # A30403, the horizontal bar on the bike is attached to the bike rack cradles and allows the bike to be transported in a level position. On womens bikes and some alternative bikes there is no horizontal bar that allows you to attach the bike to the bike rack. T
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  • Which 3 BikeTilting Hitch Bike Rack Will Fit A 2010 Toyota Prius
  • You will want to check the hitch you have on your 2010 Toyota Prius for the tongue weight capacity. All of the hitches I have for the Prius are Class I 1-1/4 inch hitches that have a 200 lb. tongue weight capacity. The SportRack Hitch Bike Rack, # A30403, can only be used on a Class II 1-1/4 inch hitch. The difference is that a Class II hitch has a tongue weight capacity of either 300 lbs. or 350 lbs. There is also a physical difference with the hitches. A Class I hitch has a stopper in the b
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  • How Can I Tow a Camper and Use a Hitch Mounted Bike Rack Together at the Same Time
  • If your hitch is a 2 inch hitch, the best option would be a dual-purpose ball mount, like Curt part # D210 or Valley part # V75090, that would provide a ball mount for the trailer coupler ball as well as a secondary tube for a 2 inch bike rack. With either of these, you should be able to use the SportRack Escape 3 that you were looking at, or any other 2 inch hitch mounted bike rack. You must take extra caution though and keep a careful eye on the tongue weight of the trailer and the combined
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  • Is SportRack Escape 3 Bike Rack # A30403 Compatible With Thule Bike Rack Ski Carrier Adapter TH987XT
  • I contacted our representative at Thule and he informed me that the Thule Hitch Mounted Bike Rack Ski Carrier Adapter, part # TH987XT, will work with your SportRack Escape 3 Bike Rack, part # A30403. Yes, we carry the Thule Hitch Mounted Bike Rack Ski Carrier Adapter, part # TH987XT. I have linked a video review of the Thule Hitch Mounted Bike Rack Ski Carrier Adapter, part # TH987XT, that you may find as a good reference.
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  • What Class Trailer Hitch is on a 2010 Toyota Highlander with Hitch Rated for 5,000 Pounds
  • The trailer hitch on your 2010 Toyota Highlander is probably a Class III trailer hitch. The weight capacity of 5,000 pounds is 1 indication of the class. If it also has a 2 inch square receiver opening then it is certainly a Class III hitch. The SportRack Escape 3 Bike Hitch Mount Folding Rack, # A30403, will fit a Class III trailer hitch as described above. I recommend measuring from the center of the hitch pin hole back to the distance required to clear the rear of the vehicle. If that dis
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