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Why struggle with a heavy, oversized rack when you're only hauling one bike? The LittleShift is built for cyclists who want a quick, simple way to transport their ride, without wasted space or a complicated setup. Just load up and head out.
Your ride may change, but your rack doesn't have to. The LittleShift handles road bikes, e-bikes, gravel rigs, and even that funky cycle truck you impulse-bought. Swiveling wheel cradles adjust to fit almost anything, so if you're logging serious miles, bombing down trails, or daydreaming about future beach cruiser rides, this rack will grow with you.
Big rides need a rack that can handle the load. Even if you're rollin' on an e-bike, a beefy downhill rig, or a fully loaded commuter, the LittleShift takes it in stride with an 80 lb weight capacity. And weighing in at just under 25 lbs, it's easy to install, remove, and stash when you don't need it. Heavy-duty where it counts, lightweight where it matters.
Some racks tilt and fold, but all those moving parts can mean more flex, more wear, and less stability. The LittleShift skips the extra joints, keeping the rack itself sturdy and steady no matter what road lies ahead. With a reinforced frame, anti-rattle hitch pin, and three points of contact with your ride, everything stays firmly in place, keeping both the rack and your bike secure from start to finish. From highway cruises to rough backroads, your gear stays locked in so you can focus on the drive.
You just got back from an epic ride, legs burning but grinning ear to ear. The only thing on your mind? Kicking back and reliving the ride, and maybe a hot shower. With the LittleShift, there is no need to wrestle with your rack the second you get home. It's compact enough to stay on your vehicle, even loaded, so you can pull into the garage, shut the door, and save the unloading for later. Or, if you need your hitch free, it's light enough to pop off and stash in your trunk or garage in seconds.
A bike rack shouldn't get in the way when you're not using it. While other racks tilt to give you access to the back of your vehicle, the LittleShift doesn't have to. It sits close to your vehicle with just the right clearance, so you can open your hatch or tailgate without removing it from your receiver. So yeah, the LittleShift skips tilting, but you won't miss it.
The LittleShift's built-in step gives you a boost to grab rooftop gear or a place to rest post-ride. Swap your muddy shoes, load up extra cargo, or just take a breather. And when it's time to step away, integrated slots in the step let you thread a cable lock (sold separately) through, adding a simple layer of security to deter theft.
I love to mountain bike. 99% of the time I am going to the trail to meet buddies and carrying one bike. And usually the challenge is having time in life to do it. So I don't want to spend any time dragging out a rack from the garage. If I have an hour, I want all 60 minutes to be riding. I need a great rack, that can stay on my truck, never get in the way and always be ready.
LittleShift is that rack. It will stay on my truck, be ready to ride when I get a window of time. Doesn't get in the way, can open my hatch. Doesn't stick out, I fit in the garage and parking spaces.
Rack looks great, feels great, super easy to use. Takes less than 5 seconds to load my bike and I am on the way. Rear wheel pivot is awesome. Fits all my bikes with no adjustments needed.
It is solid. No shake and bike is very secure going down the road.
Also, having a tall vehicle and a roof rack it is really common for me to need to adjust a roof box, tie down a kayak or SUP, or put a tent on. The step is appreciated. Actually though it is my sit and enjoy a beverage after the ride seat :)
So far, so good! The unit arrived very quickly from etrailer. I assembled it ASAP per the instructions and could load my ebike and secure it easily to my 2023 Forester. Assembly took about an hour. Next will be a load and drive test. Just waiting for better weather!
Victoria H.
4/12/2025
Sounds like you’re all set up and ready to roll once the weather cooperates David! Keep us in the loop with how it performs!
This bike rack is a great single bike rack. It's easy to use and looks great. The integrate step/seat is a nice thought.
Gwendolyn Y.
4/11/2025
Happy to hear that you love the rack, Scott! I also agree that the added seat is nice to use when you're done with your ride and not ready to load your bike up yet :)
This bicycle rack is awesome! Easy to assemble (30 min.), directions were clear & concise. We have a 3 bike rack but my wife wanted something that she could use when she went out alone. She said that it’s more secure and better made than the Kurt rack that we have. She loves it! She said it’s very easy to get the bike on and off and the straps and front tire retainer work great! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! etrailer was easy to work with & you can’t beat the free shipping!
Absolutely the BEST bike rack on the market hands down. Easy to put together, easy to install, terrific quality, easy to use, reasonable price. The entire rack is top-shelf! Why, I might have to replace my 4-bike XXX brand with the "Benton Shifts&Grins Bike Rack for 2 Bikes" when the old one wears out. Thanks for a great product.
Brooke M.
4/1/2025
That is so great to hear - thank you so much! And if you're asking for an opinion, you should 100 percent upgrade to the Shifts&Grins ;)
I like that it folds down low and out of the way for entry to hatch on my car. I love the step and use it as a bench to change shoes. Rack is very secure and adjusts easily for either my road bike or my mountain bike. Unfortunately my kickbike frame at the back wheel isn't compatible with this racks wheel cup, so won't be able to travel with the kickbike on the rack as it is now. Would've given 5star if it worked for a kickbike too. I'll fiddle with turning the rear cup the other direction and if it works I'll come back and update to 5 star. Only had rack set up on the car for a few weeks so far this spring, time will tell how it performs with repeated use later.
I ride a Yuba Kombi, a 6’, 60lb cargo bike with my two kids under 4 years old. For now we only need a single bike rack since we all ride the same bike. The little shift is PERFECT for us, and would be excellent for anything smaller than what we ride. Fit and finish are tight, simple to install. Very satisfied.
Was easy to put together. Perfect for a rear hitch mount. I bought for front hitch and am buying a drop down hitch so I have better sight clearance.
I was able to load up a heavy ebike (no fender on front side) by myself and rachet system seems solid. Best priced on the market and is solid.
The LittleShift was perfect for my bikes. I have a 26 pound comfort bike and a heavier E bike so I wanted something for both types. This rack was perfect for me! Also, I am not too "handy", but it was easy to assemble and carry around to store it.
Thanks Benton and etrailer!
Good for what it does, hold one bike. A little slop fitting in a 2” hitch, to the point I needed a stabilizer. Jeep people note, you will need an extender. You can fit a bike on but the inner pedal will hit your 5th wheel. The bike will fit with a 7” extender but your trunk will only open about 6”, until it hits the tire cup. Using a 6” drop extender, the rack fits and my trunk opens. Padding on the hook bar is minimal, to the extent I’d worry it mar the finish on a bike over time (can secure to wheel instead).
Very intuitive assembly, very sturdy and with the lockable hitch pin rock solid.
Fantastic bike rack, holds the bike nice and tight, it's on a 2000 mile journey as we speak. Thanks again.
Just received and put together. Very easy assembly. Instructions were easy to follow and concise. Bike was easy to mount and seemed to be very secure. Hint for easier mounting on the car: Use an 18mm deep socket and 3/8” ratchet wrench to tighten the anti-rattle bolt. Much easier and quicker than the supplied flat wrench!
This product is very well constructed & easy to assemble. Was great price & fast & free shipping. Bike mounts perfect. Love it.
The tire straps are a bit flimsy and I hope they don’t break while I’m transporting my bike but everything else seems okay.
Great bike rack
So far so good! The instructions are one of the best I have used. Other company's need to take notes.
I am currently using this rack for my Adventure 2
This is a straightforward rack for a single bicycle. It is sturdy, well-built and wobble free. I have used it to haul my ebike behind my SUV at speeds up to 70 MPH and it does not seem to move. Plus, it is easy to install and load my bike on to.
Brooke M.
5/6/2025
Perfect! Sounds like it's working well :) Do you get to go biking fairly often? Any favorite places you'd recommend?
Simple and easy to install. Good heavy duty bime rack
Very nice. Heavy duty. All that I expected and more
Easy to put together and works great!!
Practicall came over night.
Excellent follow up after delivery!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Gwendolyn Y.
6/4/2025
Woohoo! When's the next bike ride, Jason!?
Gwendolyn Y.
6/4/2025
This rack is awesome! Built very sturdy and is a snap to assemble! Shipping was very fast! Will definitely be buying from them again! Thanks
sturdy and only 25lbs, sits low but high enough for a sharp dip. I wish this model had the add-on option for when the two of us go.
Easy to use. Holds the bike nicely
Quality materials, sturdy, well made. Excellent customer service and fast shipping.
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Victoria H.
2/28/2025
You're so right, scheduling fun things as a responsible adult can be challenging. Sounds like the LittleShift fits your needs to a T, Kevin! Hopefully this rack encourages you to schedule more time on the trails, and helps you enjoy more of that refreshing feeling a post ride hydration gives you on your after-the-ride seat.