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Review by BikingjbolkHitch 'Em Up~! by BikingjbolkCycling EnthusiastPortland, OR Such an elegant and super light weight rack. Tired of hefting rigs up top the SUV after a long day of riding and or too dirty to toss in the back of the SUV after graveling, entering this awesome lightweight solution. Lightest in its class, minimalist does not block or obstruct, at least my, rear camera. Super light to lug to rig, means on and off far more likely than its heavier brethren. And miles saved in MPG from no longer having the top rack and no longer a worry about the car wash... so many wins in such a simple package.
Reviewed 10/29/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Bikingjbolk was helpful/No, review by Bikingjbolk was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Such an elegant and super light weight rack. Tired of hefting rigs up top the SUV after a long day of riding and or too dirty to toss in the back of the SUV after graveling, entering this awesome lightweight solution. Lightest in its class, minimalist does not block or obstruct, at least my, rear camera. Super light to lug to rig, means on and off far more likely than its heavier brethren. And miles saved in MPG from no longer having the top rack and no longer a worry about the car wash... so many wins in such a simple package.
Review by TomLook no further and choose this 2-bike rack!by TomCycling EnthusiastCollingswood, NJBought this rack a few months ago and am wholly impressed with the style, function, safety, and sturdiness. I was forced into the 1.25" version which I expected to be not as sturdy as the 2", but I was pleasantly surprised. The integrated hitch stabilizer makes it super sturdy and can be tightened with the provided 8mm hex. I wish the lock was integrated, but it also comes with a lock that doesn't make any noise despite it being a bit oversized and loose when installed. There is some small movement while holding two 30lb mtb's but overall very sturdy. The profile is perfect. I can see straight out my hatchback window without any obstruction from the rack. It folds down easily with a push of the lever and you get a very audible click when it's in place. Bikes go on quickly and secure tightly with the arm and rear wheel strap.
Reviewed 8/2/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Tom was helpful/No, review by Tom was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Bought this rack a few months ago and am wholly impressed with the style, function, safety, and sturdiness. I was forced into the 1.25" version which I expected to be not as sturdy as the 2", but I was pleasantly surprised. The integrated hitch stabilizer makes it super sturdy and can be tightened with the provided 8mm hex. I wish the lock was integrated, but it also comes with a lock that doesn't make any noise despite it being a bit oversized and loose when installed. There is some small movement while holding two 30lb mtb's but overall very sturdy. The profile is perfect. I can see straight out my hatchback window without any obstruction from the rack. It folds down easily with a push of the lever and you get a very audible click when it's in place. Bikes go on quickly and secure tightly with the arm and rear wheel strap.
Review by lennylentinExcellent light weight rack with exceptional stability.by lennylentinCompetitive RacerOwings Mills, MDI am an average senior competitive cyclist. I do mostly timed trial events nationally. I use this rack primarily to transport my bike to cycling events. There are no issues that I seem to have problems with other than attaching the safety lock. It appears that there is something preventing the bolt from being inserted. I have not had time to figure out what the issue is, but my car and rack is in the garage most of the time so, that level of security has not been an issue for my part. I love the design as well as the ability to get into the trunk of my car with the bikes loaded onto the rack. Before purchasing this Kuat, this was always a problem with packing gear. But that rack was trunk mounted and not storage friendly. Finally the only downside that I had was the length of time I waited to get the rack. I believe I ordered it in November 2020 and did not get the rack until February or March 2021. I was told that the racks were back ordered. I refused to cancel the order because the reviews were great and the cost was $100.00 cheaper at the time I placed the order. If I had canceled and ordered from a different company, I was looking at an addition fee tacked on to the increased cost of the rack. So I just prayed that I would get it sooner than later......Thank you Western Bike Works for finally coming through. I am a happy cyclist for sure...
Reviewed 5/7/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by lennylentin was helpful/No, review by lennylentin was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I am an average senior competitive cyclist. I do mostly timed trial events nationally. I use this rack primarily to transport my bike to cycling events. There are no issues that I seem to have problems with other than attaching the safety lock. It appears that there is something preventing the bolt from being inserted. I have not had time to figure out what the issue is, but my car and rack is in the garage most of the time so, that level of security has not been an issue for my part. I love the design as well as the ability to get into the trunk of my car with the bikes loaded onto the rack. Before purchasing this Kuat, this was always a problem with packing gear. But that rack was trunk mounted and not storage friendly. Finally the only downside that I had was the length of time I waited to get the rack. I believe I ordered it in November 2020 and did not get the rack until February or March 2021. I was told that the racks were back ordered. I refused to cancel the order because the reviews were great and the cost was $100.00 cheaper at the time I placed the order. If I had canceled and ordered from a different company, I was looking at an addition fee tacked on to the increased cost of the rack. So I just prayed that I would get it sooner than later......Thank you Western Bike Works for finally coming through. I am a happy cyclist for sure...
Review by [email protected] I love itCentral Valley CAThis rack delivers wverything it promises. Light, secure, stylish. Easy to operate one handed. Hitch and cable locks make it easy to secure.
Reviewed 1/25/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by [email protected] was helpful/No, review by [email protected] was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This rack delivers wverything it promises. Light, secure, stylish. Easy to operate one handed. Hitch and cable locks make it easy to secure.
Review by AnonymousGreatby Anonymousportland OregonIve used this rack many times now and find it easy to operate. It has a very snug fit and leaves me feeling comfortable that my bike is safe. It also has a very clean finish that looks sharp. This is the best rack that Ive ever owned and Ive had several.
Reviewed 10/8/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Ive used this rack many times now and find it easy to operate. It has a very snug fit and leaves me feeling comfortable that my bike is safe. It also has a very clean finish that looks sharp. This is the best rack that Ive ever owned and Ive had several.
Review by Darryl E.Stable and reliable!by Darryl E.San Diego, CAI�ve always wanted a kuat hitch rack for how beautiful it looks compared to other brand bike racks. Love that my bikes sit on the stand as opposed to a previous rack I had that had the bikes hanging by the frame. I feel like it is more safer to have a fork mounted raiser bar and the cable seems pretty reliable. It�s all one system. Assembly was pretty easy too!
Reviewed 5/27/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Darryl E. was helpful/No, review by Darryl E. was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I�ve always wanted a kuat hitch rack for how beautiful it looks compared to other brand bike racks. Love that my bikes sit on the stand as opposed to a previous rack I had that had the bikes hanging by the frame. I feel like it is more safer to have a fork mounted raiser bar and the cable seems pretty reliable. It�s all one system. Assembly was pretty easy too!
Review by NCRIDER101Great Rack, slim, sleek..not the easiest to put togetherby NCRIDER101Cycling EnthusiastRaleigh, NC3 of 4 customers found this review helpful.In theory the build it in the box sounded like a great idea. The one I received however had a major flow in one small piece which made it impossible to instal in box. It required me to mount it to the hitch and then loosen every bolt so I could install the tray rods and subsequent back plate. The product its self is easy to use for the most part, secures the bike snuggly and is very sleek, slim and lighter then the Thule. However, if it wasn't for the astronomical return fee I would have returned it and purchased another Thule XTR.
Reviewed 1/17/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by NCRIDER101 was helpful/No, review by NCRIDER101 was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
In theory the build it in the box sounded like a great idea. The one I received however had a major flow in one small piece which made it impossible to instal in box. It required me to mount it to the hitch and then loosen every bolt so I could install the tray rods and subsequent back plate. The product its self is easy to use for the most part, secures the bike snuggly and is very sleek, slim and lighter then the Thule. However, if it wasn't for the astronomical return fee I would have returned it and purchased another Thule XTR.
Review by DaleFantastic!!!by DaleWhat a great rack!! Very easy to assemble and use. Both bikes feel safe!!!
Reviewed 10/13/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Dale was helpful/No, review by Dale was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
What a great rack!! Very easy to assemble and use. Both bikes feel safe!!!
Review by AnonymousBest Bike Rack Ever!!by AnonymousI've tried a few different bike racks and this by far is the best in my opinion. I love the fact that you can tighten the hitch so there is no movement play or vibration. It really makes you feel that much more secure to your vehicle. It also has its owe security mechanism as well which you put around your bike/bikes and lock it to the bike rack itself. This is just a really amazing product.
Reviewed 3/24/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I've tried a few different bike racks and this by far is the best in my opinion. I love the fact that you can tighten the hitch so there is no movement play or vibration. It really makes you feel that much more secure to your vehicle. It also has its owe security mechanism as well which you put around your bike/bikes and lock it to the bike rack itself. This is just a really amazing product.
Review by AnonymousBest bike rack. Light, easy to install, easy to use. No better out there. by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastUse the bike rack every day for either mountain bike (29" tires) or road bike.
Reviewed 8/17/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Use the bike rack every day for either mountain bike (29" tires) or road bike.
Review by AnonymousExcellent. Light weight and easy to remove from the hitch and easy to install on a hitch. Durable. Easy to lower the rack with bikes on and still able to open the trunk of my vehicle. Great lockinby AnonymousGresham Excellent. Light weight and easy to remove from the hitch and easy to install on a hitch. Durable. Easy to lower the rack with bikes on and still able to open the trunk of my vehicle. Great locking system.
Reviewed 8/21/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Excellent. Light weight and easy to remove from the hitch and easy to install on a hitch. Durable. Easy to lower the rack with bikes on and still able to open the trunk of my vehicle. Great locking system.
Review by David WardLove it. So easy and secure when traveling. Takes secs to load your bike and to top it off I love the way it looks on my SUV by David WardNiagara Falls NYPrice is Right. Great deal
Reviewed 1/21/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by David Ward was helpful/No, review by David Ward was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Price is Right. Great deal
Review by gregNice Upgradeby gregCycling EnthusiastGAI like everything about it.It is very easy to set up and use.
Reviewed 12/31/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by greg was helpful/No, review by greg was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I like everything about it.It is very easy to set up and use.
Review by EdVery nice and compact by Edanaheim Perfect size for my truck not too big and not too small.
Reviewed 6/17/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Ed was helpful/No, review by Ed was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Perfect size for my truck not too big and not too small.
Review by EdVery nice and compact by Edanaheim Perfect size for my truck not too big and not too small.
Reviewed 6/17/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Ed was helpful/No, review by Ed was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Perfect size for my truck not too big and not too small.
Review by CurtEverything I had hoped forby CurtCycling EnthusiastMassachusetts 3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.This is a terrific rack. I was easy to assemble and even easier to use. The rack is especially easy to mount on my car's hitch. It's also relatively light (32 lbs.) so I have no trouble getting it from the garage on to my car's hitch even though I am 70 years old and not nearly as strong as I once was. I can get my bike on or off the rack in less than 30 seconds and, when mounted, my bike is safe and secure. I especially like the fact that nothing touches my bike's frame. In sum, I am more than satisfied with this rack and I would recommend it to anyone who seeks a safe, secure and lightweight hitch rack.
Reviewed 8/4/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Curt was helpful/No, review by Curt was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This is a terrific rack. I was easy to assemble and even easier to use. The rack is especially easy to mount on my car's hitch. It's also relatively light (32 lbs.) so I have no trouble getting it from the garage on to my car's hitch even though I am 70 years old and not nearly as strong as I once was. I can get my bike on or off the rack in less than 30 seconds and, when mounted, my bike is safe and secure. I especially like the fact that nothing touches my bike's frame. In sum, I am more than satisfied with this rack and I would recommend it to anyone who seeks a safe, secure and lightweight hitch rack.
Review by MercadoBest carrier in the market.by MercadoSanford, FL1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.We are happy to say we have the best carrier so far, easy and quick assembly. For us most of all it was important to have a light weight yet Sturdy carrier, with tilt options that secured to the hitch without moving or bouncing while driving. Kat is a Home run in every aspect, highly recommended!
Reviewed 2/17/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Mercado was helpful/No, review by Mercado was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
We are happy to say we have the best carrier so far, easy and quick assembly. For us most of all it was important to have a light weight yet Sturdy carrier, with tilt options that secured to the hitch without moving or bouncing while driving. Kat is a Home run in every aspect, highly recommended!
Review by cjwillsSturdy yet lightweight - Excellentby cjwillsCycling EnthusiastElk Grove, CAEffective and secure bike rack. Easily assembled and easy to attach/remove from receiver hitch. On my 2020 Rav4, effectively carried road and TT bikes. Bikes stay very secure and. properly placed, don't move much. Still, on the inner rack, my MTB (29'er) bars were a little close to the rear window on my vehicle. A little shim of some sort in the wheel well (I used a shop towel) raised it enough to make it work.
Overall, an excellent product.
Reviewed 3/7/2024Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by cjwills was helpful/No, review by cjwills was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Effective and secure bike rack. Easily assembled and easy to attach/remove from receiver hitch. On my 2020 Rav4, effectively carried road and TT bikes. Bikes stay very secure and. properly placed, don't move much. Still, on the inner rack, my MTB (29'er) bars were a little close to the rear window on my vehicle. A little shim of some sort in the wheel well (I used a shop towel) raised it enough to make it work.
Overall, an excellent product.
Review by DaveMacA quality, well thought out rack, in a lightweight packageby DaveMacCycling EnthusiastNew England`I'm very happy with the purchase of this rack . I don't generally keep the rack on my SUV, storing it in garage when not in use. What drew me to the Sherpa 2.0 is the 32 lb weight. This rack is 17 lbs lighter than the similar one it replaced...which makes installation and removal a breeze. The knob that takes the rattle out of the hitch connection is a great feature. Assembly was straightforward. My road and gravel bike quickly attach, and are very secure.
Reviewed 5/1/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by DaveMac was helpful/No, review by DaveMac was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
`I'm very happy with the purchase of this rack . I don't generally keep the rack on my SUV, storing it in garage when not in use. What drew me to the Sherpa 2.0 is the 32 lb weight. This rack is 17 lbs lighter than the similar one it replaced...which makes installation and removal a breeze. The knob that takes the rattle out of the hitch connection is a great feature. Assembly was straightforward. My road and gravel bike quickly attach, and are very secure.
Review by TimeToBikeLight and Easy to Use on my small carby TimeToBikeCompetitive RacerUpper Peninsula of MichiganBought this one to replace the heavier version that was just too heavy for my Hyundai Sonata. This rack does the trick. Easy to take off and on the car and easier to use. Highly recommend.
Reviewed 10/6/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by TimeToBike was helpful/No, review by TimeToBike was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Bought this one to replace the heavier version that was just too heavy for my Hyundai Sonata. This rack does the trick. Easy to take off and on the car and easier to use. Highly recommend.