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Swagman XTC Cross-Country 2-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (1.25 and 2-Inch Receiver) |  | Brand: Swagman Bicycle Carriers
Category: Sports
List Price: $214.00
Buy New: $187.24
as of 9/6/2010 18:13 PDT details
You Save: $26.76 (13%)
New (4) from $187.24
Seller: Amazon.com
Rating:  14 reviews
Sales Rank: 4381
Shipping Weight (lbs): 32.7
Dimensions (in): 40.2 x 12.2 x 6.7
MPN: 64670
Model: 64670
UPC: 776214646708
EAN: 0776214646708
ASIN: B001DMJPLO
Release Date: December 1, 2008
Shipping: Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | Transports up to 2 bikes | | • | Fits 2" and 1 1/4" hitch receiver | | • | Built in anti-wobble hitch device | | • | Now with new push button ratcheting arms | | • | Center arm folds down to allow access to the rear of vehicle without removing the rack |
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Product Description
The Swagman(r) XTC2 bike rack can easily accommodate children's and adult bikes, downhill bikes, cruiser bikes, full suspension bikes, BMX bikes, Y frame designs, and much more. There's no need to remove the wheels, and the unique ratchet hooks hold the bikes securely. This model fits both 2-in and 11/4-in hitches.
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 14
 Great bike rack!!!!!! August 20, 2010
Smelly
I will spell it out for you BUY THIS BIKE RACK!!!!! Easy assembly, fantastic design and easy to install on vehicle!!!!!! I did alot of research to make sure I was buying the right bike rack for me and found the bike rack for me. Fits both 2" & 1 1/4" receiver end and no more scratches or hassle putting my bike on my vehicle. No more worries about driving with bikes behind me, no sway, no worries!!!!
Only thing I will tell you is the rack comes with two tiny screws and it does not tell you in the directions but they go on the ends where your bike tires go so the holders don't slide off..
Completely satisfied!!!!!!!!
Now go buy it you will not be disappointed!!!!
I'd give it more than the 5 stars, if possible. June 11, 2010
John W (SAINT CLAIR, MI, US)
I love it, love it, love it . . . what else can I say. Cheaper than the bigger name bike racks and very nice. I have two Sun recumbent bikes, an EZ-1 and a EZ Sport AX. The Sun Sport has a wheel base of 62" and this Swagman XTC 2 will hold up to a 66" wheel base, this is just what I needed. Loading the XTC 2 doesn't get any easier either, put the wheels into the hoops, ratchet the hook down on the frame and secure the wheels to the hoops with the strap. Your bike is in the rack and solid . . it does not move. My son and I have ridden together a couple of times since buying this rack. My son has a small BMX style bike and my Sport AX both fit on the rack with no problem. Believe me when I say this rack will transport some different style bikes!!!
I have also bought locks for this rack, I bought a 4 pack Masterlock (Model 131Q). You can use the 131 lock to lock the anti-sway pin/bolt as well, just replace the cotter pin with the lock (it does fit), actually locking the rack to the car. Very simple way of locking up the bikes to the rack and the rack to the vehicle.
All of the other reviews seem to sum up this rack very well. I really wanted to include the locking of the anti-sway pin and that it will accommodate a long wheel base recumbent. I will also post some pictures in the image gallery with the bikes loaded and locked. Do not hesitate to buy this rack, you will like it.
A follow up review after using it more:
OK, I've now used the Swagman XTC 2 quite a few times and I am completely satisfied. I wouldn't change a thing on this rack. It does wobble a little bit, but what would you expect when attached to a single 1 1/4" receiver? The anti-sway pin does its job and takes a lot of the sway out. As for the construction of the rack, again, I wouldn't change a thing. If it were made any stronger it would be overkill and weigh more (it weighs about 27 lbs.). When the bikes are locked in . . . they aren't going anywhere, secure, rock solid with absolutely no rubbing. I have used the hanging type racks before and have always worried about rubbing, banging and how secure they are on the rack. With this Swagman, I load the bikes and forget about them. I don't even check them in the rear view mirror any more. No worries at all!!! The best rack I have used, heck . . . the best rack I have ever seen for that matter, and I looked at a lot of racks before I bought this one. NO DISAPPOINTMENTS!!!
 An excellent bike rack June 2, 2010
Diane Girl (New York)
I agree with all the reviews that the Swagman is an excellent bike rack; however, I would like to add some cautionary advice.
First of all make sure you chose the XTC model with the wheel tethers. Make sure the bike wheels are sitting completely in the wheel well. This is extremely important. If it isn,t there is a chance the bike can fall off. As an added precaution I would get a rubber strap and tie the bikes together to be super sure. One mishap on the road could prove disastrous.
Great Rack! May 25, 2010
Mike Conyngham (New Kent, Virginia, USA)
I bought this rack to use on two vehicles. I have a full size Ford van and there are no problems with that installation. My other vehicle is a 2006 Jeep Liberty with a spare tire mounted on the back. I had to order a 12in extension for the 2in reciever and this adds another $50 to the cost. I could not find an extension locally. I think that the seller should caution about this need on some vehicles. Other reviews and pictures led me to believe that I would not need an extension. For me, it is not so much that it adds to the cost, but rather the inconvienence of not being able to use the rack until I ordered the extension.
Assembly was simple, no parts were missing, and the rack is sturdy enough with minimal vibration on most roads. I have two Schwinn Comfort bikes that I am using with this rack and its a bit tricky to get the configuration right the first time.
I agree with other comments on here that there is room for improvement to the reciever bolt. This design makes it impossible to effectively lock the bolt and prevent theft. Does anyone have a solution to this problem? I guess I will still have to take my bikes in the elevator at the hotel and lock them in my room while I go to the bar!
Overall, I give this rack a high rating. It is constructed of heavy enough materials to last many years. I like having the weight distributed down through the wheels and balanced better than those racks that I see than just have the bikes hanging from the center bar. If you have very light weight racing bikes, perhaps it does not matter, but with heavier comfort bikes and packs, I would choose this one.
Thanks for reading my review and I hope this helps you make a wise choice.
See you down the road!
Mike C.
A rugged piece of equipment, well worth the price... April 23, 2010
Charles Glendening (Pittsburgh, PA USA)
Having researched platform-style bicycle carriers thoroughly, I went for the Swagman XTC 2 carrier because it appeared to be well-constructed and thought-out... and I have been very satisfied in all respects! It carries two cruisers with minimal shifting around, has good ground clearance and the ratcheting rubberized arms really secure the bikes well. Recommend you visit the Swagman website for their videos.
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