Love it

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Easy, light, simple, durable

Thomas M.

Fantastic Design and Durability

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Fit:

True to size

Purchased this several months ago for transporting two bikes locally. Love the design! It is easy to use and very aesthetically pleasing as well. Easy for me (50 yr old female) to load onto my hitch and secure. Easy to load the bikes and secure these as well. Appears to be well made and durable. Good purchase.

Tania R.

Great rack

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

This is my second Kuat Sherpa, it is perfect, bike goes on totally secure, the other Kuat was damaged in a traffic accident, this work great, very easy to open

Emilio Escartin PTY 13384

Perfect 10

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Easy to maneuver, extremely well made, secure fit. No problem w different tire sizes, seems to hold just about anything (although I do not have a fat tire bike). Wouldn’t trust just any bike rack w my brand new MTB! Fully satisfied.

Corrina B.

TWD

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

So far so good, I love my new bike rack. Very sturdy and so far has weathered the rain.

Timeki Dennis

Is this approved for use with a motorhomes?

Joseph DeChatelets

Doesn't work well for long/modern bikes

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Fit:

Runs small

I've had this rack for several years and it's not holding up well. My bikes (medium Pivot Firebird and medium Scott Genius) each have a wheelbase of nearly 48" (not super long, but definitely not short). The rear wheel hangs somewhat off the rack and stresses the front tire cradle. This seems to be causing stress on all pivots on the rack. I looked up the capacity of the Sherpa 2.0 and apparently it is only designed to hold bikes with a wheelbase up to 47", so I guess it's not good for modern/large bikes. I noticed that Kuat's other racks (NV and Transfer) hold bikes with a wheelbase up to 50". Perhaps those would be a better option.

eph4781464

Nice Rack!

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

2 inch receiver

Took 15 minutes to install taking the tips from other reviews to follow unpacking instructions. Only thing I didn't like was the hitch pin is small for my Ram. Will use master lock in its place. Other than that it's super easy to use and great tilting feature. Easy load and unload.

tbone_56301399789

Just buy it….

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

2” receiver

While you’re sitting here reading reviews, the price of this rack may go up again. I purchased it when it was only $499. Just buy it already! It’s the best bang for buck with ease of use, and super light to take off when necessary. I pretty much keep my rack on except during the winter months. I store it in the garage when not in use as it’s footprint is very minimal. When bikes are loaded, it’s a solid ride and feels extremely secure even when going over bumps. As long as your ratchet arm is as close to fork when securing the bike, you won’t have any problems with movement. I have noticed that one of my arms has gotten a little harder to move back and forth, but it probably needs a little lubricant. Like I said, I practically leave it on most of the year. Again, it has great reviews for a reason. It’s not a rack that will leave you scratching your head trying to figure out. It’s easy to set up, load your bikes and off you go! Just buy it!

Heather L.

What size do I need for a 2021 Nissan Rogue?

David Winters

Great Carrier

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Absolutely love this carrier. Great design, great features, easy to assemble, easy to operate, strong and sturdy. I especially like the knob feature that easily tightens the hitch inside the receiver making it rock solid. No bounce. No vibration.

Joe Gonzalez

Great Carrier

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Absolutely love this carrier. Great design, great features, easy to assemble, easy to operate, strong and sturdy. I especially like the knob feature that easily tightens the hitch inside the receiver making it rock solid. No bounce. No vibration.

Joe Gonzalez

Perfect Rack

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Fit:

True to size

I could not be happier with my purchase! I bought my Sherpa 2 rack several months ago. I have used it for several long trips (more than 300 miles roundtrip). For now, I keep it on my Subaru Forester but plan to purchase the wall mount device and store it in my garage. The rack is easily assembled from the box and is a high-quality product. I am impressed by how easy it is to keep clean. The rack holds my wife's e-bike (50 pounds) and my carbon fiber bike. Easy to use. I am very pleased with the product and have helped sell my friends on purchasing them for their vehicles. While the cable lock supplied is good for short periods of time (making a quick trip inside a store or fuel center), I purchased a much stronger lock to use for overnight periods. I encourage you NOT TO USE A BIKE COVER WITH THIS RACK or it may act as a sail, catch the wind and bend the support bars. Instead, I cover my bikes with a tarp after stopping for the evening and remove it the following day. I will not hesitate to purchase another Sherpa when the time comes!

MICHAEL W.

Cable lock is just for show.

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

The rack itself is excellent. The cable however is just for show. It is soft as butter and can be cut easily. I've had two cables cut and my son has had his cable cut. Buy a good chain lock to use with this rack.

BIFL warranty!

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

First review of any product (ever). I’ve had this rack for 4 years. In the last year, the ratchet arms have been sticky when fully compressed. I use it all seasons taking it on and off the car for an average of 100 days per year. This week I tried to move the outer arm for the first time in several months and it was fully seized. After serious yanking and copious solvent it came loose but was still sticking when approaching full compression. Took it apart (not recommended) and found major corrosion on the tube. Emailed Kuat for warranty claim late last night (no proof of purchase just contact info and serial #). This morning received a friendly email that they would ship me two new complete arm assemblies. No charge for parts, free shipping. Later today they shipped, arrive next Wednesday. ARE YOU SERIOUS! Nobody comes close to this type of no questions asked warranty and service. I will recommend this company to everyone. Simply the best.

Matt N.

Great rack from a great store

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Kuat makes great racks, and this one is no exception. Competitive Cyclist/Backcountry make the order process so easy and give you peace of mind that the order will actually be fulfilled and shipped in a timely manner. Highly recommend both!

T G

Easy set up! No hassle

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

Runs small

I finally pulled the trigger on the Sherpa 2.0 after years of having a Thule and fighting with that darn bike rack and my bikes getting scratch up! I said no more!! This past Memorial Day weekend 2020 I made the Kuat purchase. This weekend I drove from NYC to Cape Cod for 4th of July. Two Bikes were SECURE and easy to unload. No fighting and dealing with extra straps!!! Don’t think about it. Bikes don’t move at all!!! Only negative on it I say is that I have an SQ5 Audi and it does get in the way of opening the trunk. I’m okay with that because it has an easy latch for clearance. Make sure you have the right hitch!

Joanne G.

LOVE THIS RACK

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

Runs small

I had one of those crappy hanging racks before and it was a nightmare on long trips. I was always scared someone would steal my bikes when i stopped for gas/food, and my bikes were rocking around even though they were secure. This has been life changing. My bikes are completely secure. Don't move around at all now and I can securely lock them if I stop for food/gas. One pro tip though! Make sure you have the right hitch type when you purchase this. I got the wrong kind at first.

Joshua T.

Love it

fits exactly how you would expect it to. I get extra discount from here: coupon-bird.com

Liz L.

Oh Wow!

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

It's as close to perfect as you'll get. The fit and finish are exceptional. It doesn't creak, wobble, rock loose, clank, bang, or secure the bikes in a dangerous way. It fits every frame I have and is easy to install or remove. I had it together and on the car in a matter of minutes. After a quick wax, I was riding around with it proudly displayed. It's footprint is so narrow I can't see it behind my Civic Si. The bikes sit fairly high & away from my car compared to my last rack by BV meaning I have to open my garage to load bikes. I love having a lock at the hitch and for the bikes. I never leave my bikes on the car, but it's nice to have a deterrent option. I've never left my rack on between rides until now, and only remove it for rainy days.

Jeffery D