Difference of Wheel Cradles on Swagman Bike Racks

Published 01/19/2017

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Swagman Chinook Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount

(445)

$318.09

Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount

(1633)

$197.86

Question:

When looking at the Swagman Hitch Bike Racks tell me why would one want the plastic wheel cradles over the metal loop type?

asked by: Lee

Helpful Expert Reply:

The scoops of the Swagman Chinook # S64683 are actually made of metal as well as the loops on the XTC-2 # S64670.

The real advantage you get from the scoop style is that they will hold the wheels over a larger area. There are tiered grooves inside the cradle that fit around the bike's tires holding it more secure. The picture I attached shows this although it's kind of hard to see. The loops of the XTC-2 only make contact with the tires in two locations and not on the sides of the tires at all so they allow the bikes to vibrate more than the scoops.

expert reply by: Charles S