Brand Swagman Bicycle Carriers Model 64665 Details Lowest Price ($299.70)

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Swagman XTC-4 Cross-Country 4-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (2-Inch Receiver Hitch)
Swagman XC 4 Cross Country 4 Bike Hitch Mount Rack (2 Inch Receiver Hitch) – Features
The Swagman(r) 4-bike XTC4 platform hitch rack has adjustable, quick-release tire hoops and a ratcheting top arm that allows you to quickly carry the widest range of bike frames. The top arms fold down and the base folds up to keep this rack out of the way when not in use. It’s designed with a rise to offer more ground clearance and allows for easy loading and unloading of your bikes at ground level.
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

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Swagman XC 4 Cross Country 4 Bike Hitch Mount Rack (2 Inch Receiver Hitch) – Reviews

awesome item. I bought this so that my family could take our bikes camping along with our popup camper. I was concerned that the rack might not clear the propane canisters (we carry two with us). Turns out there was nothing to worry about. Swagman obviously took that problem into consideration for their design because the length of the rack along with the small incline it rests on fit perfectly. Of course to make it all work I had to also buy a dual hitch (Dual 2″ Hitch Bicycle Receiver Adapter Extender Extension 4000lb) but now we are ready and going to have some serious fun this year.

Update: Once the bikes were loaded, we did not have clearance to turn with the propane tanks attached. We have to figure out a better solution, but we do like the rack when not pulling the camper.

AEB

We have four bikes in our family and needed stronger rack to carry them. This is perfect for four bikes. It takes a little practice to figure out which bike goes on in which order. It is pretty easy to adjust as necessary. It is very heavy and therefore a little difficult to take on and off, but a little assistance is all you need. The locking pin does not “lock” in it only screws in, so for security you may need to purchase a locking pin with a key. Do not try to use this without a 2″ hitch, it is so heavy it wobbles and does not look very secure on the back of the car. The clamps that lock the bike hold them in place and do not allow them to move but they do mark up the bikes. I just use a small washcloth to protect the bike frame. For the price, this is a great rack.

AR72704

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.
Sally R. Englund

Just purchased this rack so that I could get back into biking with some friends. I wanted a 4-bike rack since we just had a baby, and I plan to take bikes to the park as a family over the years. I also wanted a platform rack so that I didn’t have to worry about the bikes swinging on a hanging-style rack and marring the back of my car.

So, I actually used it for the first time yesterday (I’ve had it on the car for a few days) to haul my bike, and it was a dream. Once you have the wheel holders in the right place, installing the bike takes 2 minutes, tops. You just set the bike on the rack, push down the ratcheting hook, and put straps through the wheels. I watched the rack in my rear view mirror as I went over bumps. Both the bike and the rack were solid and barely moved.

As far as putting the wheel holders in place, fairly simple – just unscrew the pressure nut, slide, and re-tighten. However, I can see (as I try to put more bikes on) how figuring out ideal positions can tak
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