Kuat Sherpa v3 Single-Bike Rack With Add-On for Adult and Kids Bikes

Published 11/12/2026

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Kuat Sherpa v3 Bike Rack for 1 Bike - 2" Hitches - Sandy Black - Preorder

$598.00

Kuat Sherpa v3 1-Bike Add-On for 1-Bike Racks - Sandy Black - Preorder

$349.00

Question:

I'm looking at the new Kuat Sherpa v3 single-bike rack for my 29" mountain bike, but I'd like to bring my daughter along sometimes. She has a 20" bike. Can I add the second bike tray when we ride together, and will it work with both wheel sizes or do I need an adapter?

asked by: Matt R

Expert Reply:

Hey Matt! You can definitely add the 2nd bike tray, and you don't need an additional adapter. What you need is the Kuat Sherpa v3 Single Bike Rack # KU39HR along with the Sherpa v3 Add-On # KU49HR. This gives you a compact rack for your 29" mountain bike when you're riding alone, with the option to add a second tray whenever your daughter comes along.

The Sherpa v3 accommodates wheel sizes from 20" to 32", so both bikes will fit. Kuat also includes a 20"-24" wheel adapter for smaller bikes, so you won't need to purchase a separate adapter for your daughter's bike. Each bike position supports up to 50 lbs, and the rack secures the bikes by their wheels without contacting the frames.

Where do you and your daughter typically ride?

expert reply by: Robin H

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Matt

11/12/2026

We usually ride the paved trails around our local parks, but my daughter is getting more interested in mountain biking. If she moves up to a 24" bike next year, will we still be able to use the same setup?

Robin H.

11/12/2026

@Matt absolutely! The Sherpa v3 accommodates wheels from 20" to 32", so her next bike will work with the same # KU49HR add-on. You can continue using the included small-wheel adapter with a 24" bike, so there's nothing else you'll need to purchase.