Loading 4 bikes shouldn't be a puzzle. Most racks force a specific order, but the Shifts&Grins lets you load your way. Plans change? Drop to 2 bikes in seconds - just loosen the knob and slide off the add-on. No tools, no hassle, just ride.
Some days, it's a full group ride. Other days, it's just you and your bike chasing the sunrise. Wherever the ride takes you, this rack keeps up. Go from 4 to 2 bikes in seconds - just loosen the knob, remove the add-on, and hit the road. No tools, no extra hassle - just seamless adjustments for whatever kind of ride you're on.
No more swapping bikes around to make them fit. The Shifts&Grins adapts to any setup, so you don't have to force a perfect order. Ratcheting hooks grab your bikes by the wheel or frame, while sliding wheel cradles move independently to match any combination of sizes and styles. Just set, secure, and go.
Reaching your gear shouldn't mean unloading your bikes or wrestling with a clunky mechanism. With the push-button tilt, just tap it with your leg and keep both hands on the rack as it smoothly lowers out of the way. No awkward balancing, no hassle - just quick, easy access to your trunk so you can grab what you need and get back on the road.
Bumpy roads, tight turns, high speeds - none of it matters when your rack holds steady. With a rugged, no-wobble design and an anti-rattle hitch pin, this rack locks in place so you can focus on the ride, not on whether your bikes are shifting behind you.
Wrestling a full 4-bike rack into place is a hassle. With Shifts&Grins, you don't have to. Install just the 2-bike base first, then slide on the add-on when you need it. The hitch alignment collar guides the shank in place, and the D-shaped anti-rattle hitch pin tightens down with one hand, so you're locked in and ready to roll in seconds.
When the ride's over, the Shifts & Grins practically disappears. Keep the 2-bike base on your hitch and store the add-on separately or remove the entire rack and store it as one piece or two. The shank folds against the base, letting it stand upright, while the add-on's flat design keeps it stable on its own - no extra stands, no awkward angles, just a rack that knows when to step aside. That means no more tripping over a bulky 4-bike setup in your garage or wrestling to find space for it.
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Everything about this product feels rock solid. So far, my assessment is that this is great value for price!
Just as advertised on Bike Sauce. (YOUT UBE)
Unfortunately it’s not the products fault. ETrailer can’t seem to be able to handle simple task like filling an order correctly.. 48$cable not included with order. Box for bike rack came in as an order in faith. Only to be left with the same wrong problems as before. Box was received covered in tape and all the factory staples pulled out and folded backwards. This didn’t happen during shipping. It’s obvious that it was shipped in this condition. Then it on you to pack it up take to ups. Hope it make it back to shipper. Then wait and hope that they reciprocate with a refund and all the blame games because it’s a 500$ bike rack.
It is a little heavier than I thought it would be.
easy assembly
Received yesterday, pretty simple to assemble. Like how compact it folds up for storage, like the flexibility to place the arms on the wheel or frame to secure the bike. It is heavy, but I was able to lift and attach it by myself. I was initially excited that it cleared my 2015 Jeep Wrangler JK's stock spare tire when folded up. But, my bike's pedal hits the spare tire (XL-sized MTB with 29" tires) so I had to use my hitch extension (already owned). No horizontal sway, but has some vertical sway at the hitch (with and without the extender) - but test drove it (bumps and hard braking) with no issues - but this is just my day 1 test. Thanks etrailer for all of the detailed videos on your bike racks - really helped me with the decision!
Great rack. Excellent quality. Good instructions. Love it.
Solid rack, easy install (2021 Kia Soul) and exceptional value! Would recommend!
slightest bit of difficulty with a few parts, but overall very good qualtiy. very easy to use, I am very pleased.I will note that this rack does not incorporate any locking ability, but that is fine for my purposes
The ordering process was quick and easy. The shipping was pretty fast and the bike rack was just what I wanted.
Awesome product for the price. I would recommend this product. The only thing I would like to see is an option to order replacement straps. I don’t need them yet but want to be proactive in the event one breaks during a hauling experience.
Delivery was quick and the item well packaged.
Products look well made and durable but I have not installed the hitch yet. Your speed on getting them here was noteworthy. I must comment on your shipping packaging. Both packages arrived with several tears and punctures on multiple sides. A regular occurrence according to the UPS driver as he struggled to wrestle the box to the door. The problem seemed pretty obvious to me. You package a heavy, unbalanced weight in a box that is way oversized. The off center weight shifts and moves in transit every time it is handled. The larger box also makes it harder for those who have to move the box manually, UPS personal and the consumer.
Love the videos , very helpful.
Things I like ….It is significantly less expensive than other racks. The frame and connectors are very stout. It goes together easy.
Things that surprised me …very heavy. I have concerns about the durability of the spring mechanisms on the sliding hold down arms and how long they will endure. We will see.
Service and shipping was smooth and on time.
Suggestion… product vides were great covered 99% of concerns and measurements. One stat missing…the approx. distance/clearence between a rack mounted bikes handle bar and vehicle with a strait vertical plumb rear end (like a van). I am not saying it’s a problem but I will soon find out.
I had no idea how to proceed getting a bicycle hitch and rack. The folks at Etrailer were very responsive, gave me links to the exact products that would fit my vehicle and were patient with all my questions. Products arrived sooner than I expected, and we can't wait to get everything installed and start using our bike rack. Thanks so much.
A very solid bike rack that has performed well on short and long trips. And, just as important, the staff of etrailer, were most helpful and responsive in helping us select this Bike rack
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