Swagman XC-4 Cross-Country 4-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (2-Inch Receiver Hitch)
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Manufacturer: Swagman Bicycle CarriersBrand: Swagman Bicycle Carriers
Model: 64665
Product features:
- Cross-country bike rack that holds up to 4 bikes at once
- Set of easy-to-adjust, quick-release tire hoops
- Center arm folds down for easy access to rear of vehicle
- Powder-coated design protects against rust
- Designed for 2-inch receivers; includes wheel straps
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Sports reviews of Swagman XC-4 Cross-Country 4-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (2-Inch Receiver Hitch)
Customer Review: A good choice
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
5 stars becuase this rack will hold any style bike you have and, once the bike weight is on the rack, you are not worried about anything falling out. So quiet we have to look back to see if it there.
We have a Ford Explorer, 1 Mens Mongoose, 1 Ladies Schwin (very odd design), 1 Girls Mongoose, and 1 small boys bike. All fit great. Tips is to work with the layout to see where the bikes fit with the others, adjust the wheel positions for the bikes to accomodate each other and to be centered behind the vehicle, and then use that position each time for the quickest result. Another tip: We reversed positions for every other bike, had to raise the seat on one to make room for the handlebars on the other, and kept note of where to put the diff hook sizes.
CONS 1st (yep it has CONS but it gets 5 stars because it stands out):
Hitch Pin: The rack comes with with a threaded hitch pin but if you want to add a Master Hitch Lock then you will need to drill out the threads with a 5/8 bit. Home Depot/Lowes only sell up to 1/2 in their sets so the cheapest single bit you can buy is a 5/8 masonry bit - about $7. Once the threads are drilled out then any of the 2 inch receiver locks work great.
Release levers: one comment said you need a hammer to release the bikes. You don't need a hammer. The levers can be tight and you need to push down and then grip/squeeze to release the levers. My 8 year old cannot do it. My 13 year old can but it took a few times for her to get a technique. Adults should have no prob.
Instructions are small and no pics on the wheel mount positions. The new model we got is not flat. TIP - the wheel mounts are positioned up like a bump, not the other way like a dip.
Rack sticks out and can obscure license plate and tailights/turn signals. All racks will do this. Make sure you mark the rack with reflective strips at night for other drivers and the license plate being blocked isn't a ticket in your area. I am looking at a trailer brake/signal combo to attach to it.
PROS:
Heavy and sturdy and folds up out of the way when not needed. It moves around a little when attached but once the bike weight goes one its good. Bikes are not going anywhere with the ratchet down type of hooks and we can transport any bike size or wierd new model shape without an issue. You can use an all bungi wrapped around all the bikes if you want for added security and peace of mind on trips. Note that the master lock is for the hitch and not the bikes. An additional rope lock for all the bikes might be an option.
Once we had this on our vehicle the kids look at everyone else with a bike rack and compare how theirs isn't as good as ours.
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Description of Swagman XC-4 Cross-Country 4-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (2-Inch Receiver Hitch)
The Cross country XC 2-bike rail rack can easily accommodate children and adult bikes, downhill bikes, cruiser bikes, full suspension bikes, BMX bikes, Y frame designs and much more, without the hassle of removing wheels. The XC slides into a 2-Inch receiver and carries up to 2 bikes, with an option to carry up to 4 bikes with another module (4 bikes on Class III hitch only). The XC easily adjusts to different bike frame sizes with the simple movement of the wheel hoops. Frame grip arms have a soft-frame friendly coating to protect your bike's finish. When not in use, the rack folds up for easy storage (on or off vehicle), shipping, etc. The XC carries the widest variety of bike frames in its class.Transport up to four bikes at once whether driving across country or to the campsite with the Swagman XC-4 cross-country bike rack. Designed to fit a two-inch receiver hitch, the bike rack makes it easy to load and unload your bikes from ground level. The rack includes a set of fast-adjustable, quick-release tire hoops and a ratcheting top arm, helping it fit a wide range of bike frames. In addition, the rack's center arm folds down when not in use, making it easy to access the rear of the vehicle without removing the rack. And to ensure that your rack doesn't rust over time, the XC-4 is powder coated. Built to provide more ground clearance than other racks, the cross-country rack comes with new and improved wheel straps for bicycle security.
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