# 1
Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
Great product, as good as advertised. Easy to assemble and shipped and received as promised. Highly recommended.
Ordered Swagman XTC-2 bike carrier. etrailer gave me the best price with a price guarantee and free shipping that was prompt. Product arrive in great shape. We will use this carrier for a bicycling vacation to the northeast this summer.
# 2
Thule Passage Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Hanging Style
The carrier is made well and the bikes are secure when used. We will be using it to go to local parks that have a nice pathway for biking here on Long Island. Delivery took 4 weeks longer than originally stated. The straps that are to go to the side on my car are not possible due to the form of the hatch sides but connecting them to the top keeps it secure, as well.
So far, so good.
# 3
Swagman XC2 Bike Rack for 2 bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
Great bike rack that works well on my 2016 Prius. Easy to use and I can still open the rear door on the Prius with the bike on the rack. I regularly take my bike when I go hiking in the Smokies to ride between trailheads. Quality product at a reasonable price. I highly recommend this product.
I had to trade in my car and was unable to get my Yakima rack out of the receiver. It went with the car but It was OK as I had developed arthritis in my wrists and hands and after careful reading, reviews, etc. , I decided I would opt for the Swagman XC 2 for my Prius C. I had no problem putting it together- it was a breeze. I promptly put my Cannondale on-board- no problem. I headed down back roads to my favorite trail at deliberate speeds of 50-55 mph. Some bounce but not much. This reasonably priced product is perfect for my needs. I did add a bungy around the seat post for my own peace of mind. I may see if I can loosen up one of the top grips as it is super tight and hard for me to squeeze- but that may just be me. Lifting the bike onto the the Swagman was a breeze. Haven't tried it with two bikes yet but I don't anticipate any problem. Thank you etrailer for your excellent service, 2nd time around and for all the available installation tips and product reviews.
# 4
Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier - Trunk Mount
Fits pretty well on our 2014 Prius, although it occasionally needs some extra attention to make sure everything's secure - which is no different than any other carriers of this type. The cradles for the top tube of the bike frame are nice. Sometimes the rubber straps that you pull over a post to secure things in place are a little tight, I wish they were stretchier. But they keep things feeling good and secure. Overall it's convenient and sturdy, works with my car, and is a good value!
This is a solid bike rack that works very well on our Prius. etrailer was an efficient vendor.
# 5
Kuat Beta Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" Hitches - Tilting
We've been using this bike rack with a 1.25" Draw-Tite receiver hitch (also purchased from etrailer) on a 2012 Prius C for a month with no problems. As shown on the pictures, it fits two bikes very well, even one with a baby carrier. I chose this model based on recommendations from etrailer that it can be easily detached from the car without tools. True to their word, it is very easily detachable from the hitch and folds up nicely to fit in your garage/closet/storage area. Basically, it uses a hand tightened ball bearing mechanism to secure itself into the hitch receiver, and then uses a 3/8" hand locked pin as a safety device. You can install and de-install this rack in just a few minutes. During driving, there is little noticeable vibration from this rack, even on rougher roads or speed bumps. The only downside is that the holes on the receiver hitch do not align perfectly with the holes on the bike rack (see picture). I believe a few other reviewers also noted this issue. There is enough room to fit the safety pin, but not quite enough to fit a 1/2" hitch lock. I called Kuat to ask them about this and the rep told me that not all hitches will line up with this rack. Kuat, coincidentally(?), sells a hitch lock that is also 3/8" (same size as the safety pin) and still fits.
I looked at a lot of bike racks and the Kuat was one of the very best. Lightweight and a reasonable price. It folds nearly flat and easy to store in the trunk. I'm using on a Toyota Prius and one pleasant surprise was I can open the hatchback without moving the rack or the bikes.
# 6
Saris Bones 2 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms
Does not fit a 2019 Toyota Prius very well at all. The website says it will fit, but there is no way to hookup position B strap. I put it up at the bottom of the hatchback window, but since it is on such an extreme angle, it's wants to pull away. Plus I don't think the strap will last at this extreme angle. Otherwise, it seems like a nice rack, but just because etrailer says it fits your car doesn't mean it's going too.
Fits a 2017 Prius Two and seems well built.
# 7
Swagman Trailhead Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
Appears well made out of the box. Anxious to see how it holds up to use vs. the bing names in racks.
# 8
Yakima FullBack 3 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms
Performed perfectly on a 140 mile round-trip in my 2017 Acura MDX. It took me a few tries to position the anchors inside the top of the hatch, but I got the hang of it and the rack did not shift at all while driving 50-60 mph on the highway.
After searching for a bike rack for my 2015 Hyundai Sonata, I settled on the Yakima Fullback 3. I initially wanted a roof rack so I could carry my bikes and kayaks, but my options with the panoramic sunroof were limited and expensive. Part of the Sonata trunk lid is plastic so I was very hesitant to use a trunk mounted rack. It seemed that most Sonata owners were using a trunk mount rack, so I placed my order on a Sunday evening. etrailer shipped it the next day and I received the rack on Thursday. It took about 10 minutes to unpack, read the instructions and install it. I put both my mtb and road bike on and went for a test ride. The rack was more stable than the hitch mounted rack I had on my old vehicle, and the best part was it didn't scratch my paint. It keeps the bike pedals far away from my bumper, and it was one of only a few racks that would clear my factory spoiler. It folds up and I can stick it in my trunk while I ride. The only reason for the 4 stars is that the rack is fairly heavy. It would be nice if Yakima could find a way to lighten it up while keeping the rigidity and price where it is now. Otherwise, I'm completely satisfied with the rack and the service from etrailer.
# 9
Kuat Sherpa 2.0 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" Hitches - Wheel Mount - Gray
TLDR: Awesome. Easy. Secure at 80 mph. I have really enjoyed this Kuat rack over the past year. Installation was straightforward (just crank down on that tightening bolt through the hitch!), and I can move the rack on and off the car without too much effort. The rack weighs around ~30 lbs if I recall correctly. This rack keeps my bike safe with no problem going 80 mph down I-10 across west texas or over subpar roads in town. It takes seconds to load and unload the bikes. No fidgeting for 10 minutes to secure the bike. No ratchets to come loose and drop your bike on the road behind you, which I recently saw. :/ Just quickly load up your bike(s) and go. And yes, it can all be operated one-handed while holding a bike or a bag. The tilt down mechanism is great when bikes are loaded on the rack, and I need to access my hatchback area. Otherwise, I can open the hatchback on my Prius without a problem when the rack is folded up. Prius side note: I had a 1-1/4 hitch installed for this rack. Love it! I really appreciate etrailer's videos and pricing. Thanks!
I am so glad I bought the Kuat Sherpa 2.0 hitch bike rack. It looks so good and it fits so good into my Prius. I drove with it this morning and my bike has never been so secured with the integrated locking cable and rattle free design. Assembly was also easy and it took me only thirty minutes to do it. I totally recommend this to any avid biker who is contemplating on buying a decent bike rack.
# 10
Swagman Chinook Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
Works for my fat tire bike. Once it's set up, it's easy to install and remove. I had to cut out some of the plastic cladding on the underside of my bumper on my 2014 Subaru Outback. Good value. I've had no issues.
# 11
Swagman Trailhead Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
This is a replacement as old one was damaged during a deer collision.
My previous bike rack was a hitch mounted Yakima. It was sturdy but not well suited for my low Subaru Impreza. It stuck out too far and hung too low so that I had to inch my way down the driveway or over speed bumps for fear of it bottoming out. A roof rack or a rear window mounted rack was not suitable since I wanted to be able to also carry two kayaks. First, I tried to modify my rack by shortening the part that sticks out of the hitch. I tried to saw off about 6 inches so it wouldn't stick out so far but the steel was much too hard. I ended up ruining several metal-cutting blades on my power saw before I gave up. I looked for other rack options. There weren't many out there. But eventually, I found something that met my needs. I purchased the "Swagman Trailhead 3 Bike Fold Down Bicycle Hitch Rack" in 2013 from eTrailer.com. The part that enters the hitch curves up to increase clearance from the ground. It is sturdy and sticks out far enough so I can still open my trunk hatch without having to lower the main vertical bar on the hitch (though I could if I wanted to). It isn't often I am really excited about a piece of gear but this hitch rack has made me worry-free when I transport my bicycle(s) via car. The only thing I don't like is that it is advertised as being a 3 bike carrier but it only fits 2 hybrid bikes. Maybe it will fit 3 skinny racing bikes but for the average rider, don't expect to fit on more than 2. But my experience is that is the case for all bicycle racks.
DIY 2011 Toyota Prius Installation for the Thule Helium Bike Rack for 2 Bikes
Hey everybody. Ryan here at etrailer 00:06:13. Today on our 2011 Toyota Prius we're going to be taking a look at the Thule Helium platform style bike rack. So one of the big things that really separates this platform style rack from a lot of the others out there is how it's going to secure your bike. So it's going to use two wheel hooks. So one in the back and one here in the front, and that's not the case with a lot of them.
Thule Big Mouth Roof Bike Rack Review - 2011 Toyota Prius
Today on our 2011 Toyota Prius, we're going to be test-fitting the Thule Big Mouth. This is a frame clamp style, roof bike rack. It's part number is TH599XTR. We have our Thule Traverse Roof Rack System already installed on the Prius, so we'll begin our test-fit by placing our bike rack right up on to our load bars. Here at the front we've got two clamps that come down. We'll remove the T-bolt from the clamps.
Thule Raceway Trunk Bike Rack Review - 2011 Toyota Prius
Today on our 2011 Toyota Prius, we'll be test fitting the Thule Raceway 2 Bike Carrier Trunk Mounted, part number TH9001. To begin our test fit, we'll need to fit our dial according to the instructions or the Thule Fit Guide. In this case, we need to set our fit dial to dial number 7. We'll place our carrier directly onto the rear of our Prius. We need to make sure that the lower arm of our carrier sits on the bottom well of our licensed plate. We'll go ahead and fit our top hooks at the top part of our rear hatch.
Thule Vertex 4 Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2011 Toyota Prius
Today on our 2011 Toyota Prius we'll be test fitting the Thule Vertex Four Bike Carrier for 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitches, part number th9029. Please keep in mind that when using a class one hitch you can carry a maximum of two bicycles. To begin our test fit we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch.Line up the pin hole and thread in our anti-rattle bolt. Now we'll go over some key measurements. We have about 10 inches of ground clearance. The closest point of the carrier to the rear of our Prius is about five inches.
How to Install: Thule Hitching Post Pro Bike Rack for 4 Bikes on your 2011 Toyota Prius
Today on our 2011 Toyota Prius we'll be test fitting the Thule Hitching Post Pro Folding/Tilting Four Bike Rack with Anti-Sway fitting 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitches, part number th934xtr. To begin our test fit we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Line up the pin hole and thread in our anti-rattle bolt.Now we'll go over some key measurements. We have about nine inches of ground clearance. The closest point of the carrier to the rear of our vehicle is about eight inches. We've added about 18 inches to the overall length of our Toyota Prius.
Thule Helium Aero Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2011 Toyota Prius
Today on our 2011 Toyota Prius we'll be test fitting the Thule Helium Aero Two Bike Carrier for 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitches, part number th9042. To begin our test fit we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Line up the pin hole and allow the attached pin to fall into place. We'll then move to the rear of the shank and use the hand knob to secure our bike rack to our vehicle and engage our anti-rattle device.Now we'll go over some clearance measurements. We have about 13 inches of ground clearance. The closest point of the carrier to the rear of our vehicle is about three inches.
Thule Doubletrack Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2011 Toyota Prius
Today on our 2011 Toyota Prius we'll be test fitting the Thule Doubletrack Platform-Style Two Bike Carrier for 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitches, part number th990xt. To begin our test fit we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Line up the pin hole and thread in our anti-rattle bolt tightening with a wrench.Now we'll go over some clearance measurements. We have about nine inches of ground clearance. The closest part of the carrier to the rear of our Prius is about six inches. We've added about 13 inches to the overall length of our vehicle.
Setting up the Swagman Titan Bike Rack for 4 Bikes on your 2011 Toyota Prius
Today on our 2011 Toyota Prius we'll be test fitting the Swagman Titan Four Bike Carrier for 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitches, part number s63410. Please keep in mind that when using a class one hitch you can carry a maximum of two bicycles. To begin our test fit we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch.Line up the pin hole and install our anti-rattle bolt tightening it with a wrench. Now we'll go over some key measurements. We have about 12-1/2 inches of ground clearance. The closest point of the carrier to the rear of the Prius is about three inches.
Kuat Sherpa Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2011 Toyota Prius
Today on our 2011 Toyota Prius we'll be test fitting the Kuat Sherpa Aluminum Platform-Style Hitch Mounted Two Bike Rack, part number s102. To begin our test fit we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Line up the pin hole and install our pin and lock. We'll move to the rear of the shank and use the hank knob to secure our bike rack to our vehicle and engage our anti-rattle device.Now we'll go over some clearance measurements. We have about 12 inches of ground clearance. The closest point of the carrier to the rear of our Prius is about 3-1/2 inches.
DIY Install: Kuat Beta Bike Rack for 2 Bikes on your 2011 Toyota Prius
Today, on our 2011 Toyota Prius, well be test fitting the Kuat Beta Folding 2-Bike Aluminum Rack for 1-3/4 hitches, Part Number B202-114.To begin our test fit, well slide the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch, line up the pinhole; and install our pin and lock. Well move to the rear of the shank and use the hand knob to secure our bike rack to the vehicle and engage our anti-rattle device.Now, well go over some key measurements. We have about 12 inches of ground clearance. The closest point of the carrier to the rear of the Prius is about 3 inches. Weve added about 14 inches to the overall length of our Toyota Prius.We can open our rear hatch without tilting the bike rack, but if we have some larger items we want to load, well just pull the pin at the base of the carrier to allow our carrier to tilt away from the vehicle.With our mast back in its upright position, well pull the pin at the top of the mast to swing out our dual arms. With these out, weve added about 25 inches to the overall length of our Toyota Prius.Well undo the cradle straps just swing our cradles and place our bike on to the frame cradles.
Kuat Alpha Hitch Bike Rack Review - 2011 Toyota Prius
Today, on our 2011 Toyota Prius, well be test fitting the Kuat Alpha Aluminum Folding Locking 3-Bike Rack for 1-3/4 hitches, Part Number A103-white-114.To begin our test fit, well slide the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch, line up the pinhole; and install our pin and lock. Well tighten the hand knob to secure our bike rack to our vehicle and engage our anti-rattle device.Well go ahead and pull the pin at the base of the mast to allow our carrier to tilt away from the vehicle. This allows us to have access to our cargo area by opening our rear hatch.With our mast back in its upright position and the pin reinstalled, well go ahead and go over4 a few clearance measurements. We have about 11-1/2 inches of ground clearance. The closest point of the carrier to the rear of the Prius is about 4 inches. Weve added about 15 inches to the overall length of our Toyota Prius.Now, well pull the pin at the top of the mast to swing out our dual arms.
What our customers are saying:
"great experience!!! I've been looking for a hitch. With the experience I just had with the bike rack, I;kk definitely come back and order the hitch when I have a little more $$$. delivery was quick! the product was awesome!!! Frank"