KUAT Sherpa 2.0 Durable Lightweight Aluminum Compact 2 Bike Transporting Hitch Rack with Cable Lock & Foldable Tire Cradles | Capacity - 40 Lbs per Tray

TEN STARS!!! I'm an over 60 woman. Searched and studied a long while for the right bike rack for my Subaru Outback. I'd hoped to find one I could use for 3 bikes (2 grandkids, was hoping to be able put all our bikes on. Alas, this one does not expand. It does have a two bike maximum.) Realized though that I should be considering the overall weight. This rack at 35# is PERFECTION! I did need to find the best video for assembly (check out Rack Attack and their Sherpa 2.0 video) it's fabulous and that takes you all the way from assembly to putting it on your vehicle's tow hitch and also loading bikes and all the functions. Once I found that it was smooth sailing for the minimal assembly that is required. I was absolutely tickled when I got it put together and carried it out to my car with ease and put it right on the hitch. It tightens down wonderfully with no sway or wiggle. I pick up my bike tomorrow and that should be easy peasy. I plan to take it off when I'm not transporting my bike and that will be absolutely simple. I am thrilled with my purchase! I believe I will come to find it is worth every penny. I'm good about updating as time goes on so if anything changes with my love story, I will post an update.UPDATE: borrowed a bike today from a friend. While I am finishing up my shopping for my bike. I had to drive interstate and it was extremely windy but the bike sat Rock solid in the cradle of the rack. Was fabulous. I'm so happy I bought this rack!!!

Awesome bike rack, it does everything they say it will. Fairly easy to build, but you are probably better off finding a video on YouTube to help you. The best thing about the hitch is how you can tighten the rack in the hitch so that the rack is stable. Even with a bike on the rack it doesn't wobble like all other bike racks that I have owned. I highly recommend it!

This rack is difficult to put together but it’s doable. Thanks to the review by Dan S. I persisted even when things didn’t appear to line up properly. Particularly Step 5 and that darn cross bolt! It truly seemed impossible. I was finally able to get the two long bolts through the column AND have enough of a hole to get the cross bolt started - based on Dan S. review, you just have to start trying to screw it in and it will eventually catch and give you the hole size you need. The installation video was helpful for installing the lever which allowed you to go between a folded rack and a flat rack (for loading bicycles).

Highly recommend watching a YouTube video explaining how to assemble it BEFORE opening the box as the box serves as a platform to piece it together.

Great bike rack. Holds bikes very securely

Excelent and easy

If you're invested in mountain biking, this is a great investment.Rack holds two bikes each up to 50 Lbs recommended. Many bikes today won't weigh 50 lbs unless they're cheaper materials or an Ebike. If you have Ebikes, I recommend getting a heavier duty rack if the weight is close or over 50 lbs each.This rack is light, and just does its job. It's very easy to unlock the hatch and pull the rack out and throwing it in the back of the vehicle if necessary for car washes, auto work, or maybe you're traveling and prefer to keep it safely put up when not in use.It seems pretty sturdy and well made, however the plastic parts do feel flimsy for the price on the wheel attachments. However, I have not had an issue after a months use with them.It's very easy to put bikes on and take them off. The adjustable position of the rack is very useful and seen in my photos. Helpful Hint: When attempting to lower the rack with bikes on, give the rack a little lift before pulling lever. I've noticed some friends struggle with the lever when attempting to lower it, but a slight lift remedies this. The lever should ALWAYS be easy to push. You're doing it wrong if it's not.Bikes have plenty of clearance between eachother. Bikes included in pictures are a red Medium Trance Advanced Pro 27s, The Medium Metallic Blue Talon 27s, and a large grey stance 29s.I highly suggest watching a couple videos on building it. It is very easy to do yourself and tools are provided, however do NOT tighten bolts before lining the entire rack up. The holes DO line up, but thats without tightening it down first. If you tighten it all down before finishing assembly, your bolts will not line up with holes. If you leave it loose, it is very easy to line up all bolts. Assembly did not take long. Did it alone and had it on my vehicle in less than an hour easy.I'm very satisfied with the rack. I love how light and easy it is to adjust, yet quite sturdy and reliable feeling. The hitch tighten feature is very nice, but it does leave the rack tilted slightly which might agitate the OCD. The rack and bikes move very little. The bike lock that comes with it is a nice touch, but in reality most bike locks will only deter small time criminals. A professional thief will be able to remove most locks within minutes including this one. You'll have to invest in a heavy duty one if you prefer to leave the bikes locked out of view, which personally I would never do. If traveling and making frequent gas station stops etc, the lock is useful for a little added security while you run in.Overall, a worthy investment if you're invested in Mountain Biking. Im well invested in multiple bikes and I have full confidence in this rack with my bikes. Definitely recommend if you're on the fence. Your bikes deserve this rack.Vehicle in photos is 2013 Equinox.

Really nice rack. Like how the bend coming from hitch leads to most of rack and bikes sitting higher off ground. Definite plus on low profile sedan. The install was a bit of a challenge as the hinge arm holes didn’t immediately align with inside tray holes. Had to loosen up a number of other bolts to allow enough alignment to thread bolt. Instructions mentioned nothing of this so definitely took longer to install. Hopefully this helps anyone experiencing similar problem.