*Fits my car perfectly with my new **Latest.Bike** raker , very easy to set up and take down. Great quality and price, very happy with this purchase!*a*Fits my car perfectly with my new **Latest.Bike** raker , very easy to set up and take down. Great quality and price, very happy with this purchase!*
Great video. I purchased this model a few months ago and absolutely love it. Took it on a trip from St. Louis to California and back with no issues whatsoever while driving thru different terrains at hwy speeds.
I love your videos. I have a Sherpa 2. I find the hitch bolt too skinny, but the rack itself is very nice and study. I will buy the wall mount so I will hang the rack there when I don't plan to bike for a while. I plan to wax the metal part of the rack as well.
I just saw this rack at REI. If you have an XL mountain bike, this one is not for you. The rear wheel will hang off a bit much. You’ll have to go with the NV model. Also, the arms feel flimsy when extended but solidly ratchets down on the wheel. Overall all, it’s a beautiful rack but big guys will have to opt for the NV.
@@mateuscabrera I understand the weight, but you said more versatile. The NV 2.0 has the Bike Stand, which I would use. Why did you say the Serpa is more versatile? Thank you. P.S. I have the older 2015 Thule 2(+2) Rack which switches out from 2 to 4 bikes in 10 minutes. It is really HEAVY, but so durable.
The NV is a bigger rack. You have to be careful with cars that are low to the ground as the rack can bottom out. You're less likely to have that happen with the Sherpa.
When unloaded, in the up position, when just driving around...Is there any play, any rattle noise at all? I have kuat transfer and after 3 years it definitely let's me know it's there when bikes are not loaded. Annoying
Zero rattle with bikes loaded or unloaded. There is no play in the rack when in the stowed position assuming everything is tightened correctly. Other than it blocking my back up camera, I forget it is there.
I have an Evil Calling now and have put my buddy's Evil Wreckoning on it without issue. Not sure how lengthy your are thinking, but the Wreckoning is pretty lengthy as a 29er.
Great Post. Is the platform above the CX5 dual exhaust pipes ? Would the hot emission of the dual exhaust of the CX5 directly hit the plastic part of the rack and the bike tires ? Thanks.
It is the Mazda CX9. The pipes are far enough away and I have had zero issues. It may be the angle of the camera that give the impression it’s sits close. No build up of exhaust emissions on the rack either and I have left it on for extended periods.
Thanks for the video, but I am having trouble finding a video that explains who installs the hitch or how the hitch itself is installed, or how difficult it is to install. All the videos I have seen the hitch is already magically installed. This to me is the hardest part of the install so far since no one seems to explain how it got there. lol
@@knobbynomad1428 Yes, the part attached to the vehicle. I've been told that UHAUL does it buy nobody in these videos mentions that part. I need to get one attached for an electric bike rack for 2 e-bikes.
@@Goldpenny1 Many people can "do it yourself", if you are handy with tools. Order the correct hitch on the internet or go to Harbor Freight. I would probably start with finding the correct one on the internet, search Amazon, and then call around locally to see who stocks it and how much for them to install it. Your Auto Mechanic could make the recommendation. OR - Call U-Haul (but they never answer their phone), or better yet, do a internet search for which branch of U-Haul installs hitches, then mask-up and drive to them, wait 1/2 hour till they get to you and ask how much. They will probably have it in stock and even sell it to you, but at that point I would ask them to install it!!! Hope all that helps.
@@Goldpenny1 I got that hitch receiver from Uhaul actually and installed it myself. I went with the full 2” receiver and you will have to buy one that is built fir your specific vehicle so search by year, make, and model to make sure it will fit.
Dude I bought my vehicle with a hitch already installed like many SUVs, pick up trucks. It’s not magic, it’s just an option we already have on our vehicle, that’s why this type rack is great if you have a hitch, if you don’t there are other type bike carriers.....you don’t need a hitch to transport a bike...
Great review! I'm almost sold but have 2 questions: the max wheelbase is 47" my MTB is 48" do you know the wheel base of your 29er or if I'd have issues? Mine are ebikes also and weigh about 5 lbs over the max of 40, they are 45 lbs each, does it seem strong enough to take a few more pounds?
I have had my Evil Calling (27.5") on it and my buddies Evil Wreckoning (29er) without any issues. I cannot imagine a wider wheelbase than my buddies Wrecking, that thing is like a monster truck.
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*Fits my car perfectly with my new **Latest.Bike** raker , very easy to set up and take down. Great quality and price, very happy with this purchase!*a*Fits my car perfectly with my new **Latest.Bike** raker , very easy to set up and take down. Great quality and price, very happy with this purchase!*
I have this rack and it’s awesome! Very steady as we do Midwest to Colorado several times a year, its not cheap, but worth it!
Great video.
I purchased this model a few months ago and absolutely love it. Took it on a trip from St. Louis to California and back with no issues whatsoever while driving thru different terrains at hwy speeds.
Andy Ayala I just took it up to Colorado and it works like a champ!
Awesome review, awesome camera angles and very clear explanation for everything!
I love your videos. I have a Sherpa 2. I find the hitch bolt too skinny, but the rack itself is very nice and study. I will buy the wall mount so I will hang the rack there when I don't plan to bike for a while. I plan to wax the metal part of the rack as well.
Well done. Good pace and you detailed every feature. Bought one after watching this.
Thanks for thorough video, which explains very well why the price is what it is. Worth every penny.
Thanks for watching!
Excellent...thanks for the time and effort to put this together!
I like how stable the rack is when you tried moving it. I wonder if the v2 transfer is stable also.
Great video thank you for taking the time and sharing your review
No problem 👍
I just saw this rack at REI. If you have an XL mountain bike, this one is not for you. The rear wheel will hang off a bit much. You’ll have to go with the NV model. Also, the arms feel flimsy when extended but solidly ratchets down on the wheel. Overall all, it’s a beautiful rack but big guys will have to opt for the NV.
Did you compare this with the Kuat NV 2.0? And if you did, why did you choose the Kuat Sherpa 2.0?
Thank you.
Half the weight
More versatile
@@mateuscabrera
I understand the weight, but you said more versatile. The NV 2.0 has the Bike Stand, which I would use. Why did you say the Serpa is more versatile? Thank you.
P.S. I have the older 2015 Thule 2(+2) Rack which switches out from 2 to 4 bikes in 10 minutes. It is really HEAVY, but so durable.
Honestly, I just went with the Sherpa because it was more compact and affordable.
The NV is a bigger rack. You have to be careful with cars that are low to the ground as the rack can bottom out. You're less likely to have that happen with the Sherpa.
Great video sir. Extremely helpful.
Thank you!
There a way to know how the ball bearing measure? my friend lost his Rack Ball Sherpa 2.0!
Love my Sherpa!!
When unloaded, in the up position, when just driving around...Is there any play, any rattle noise at all? I have kuat transfer and after 3 years it definitely let's me know it's there when bikes are not loaded. Annoying
Zero rattle with bikes loaded or unloaded. There is no play in the rack when in the stowed position assuming everything is tightened correctly. Other than it blocking my back up camera, I forget it is there.
Is the back tire supposed to hang off that much? Would it even work with a bigger and lengthier bike?
I have an Evil Calling now and have put my buddy's Evil Wreckoning on it without issue. Not sure how lengthy your are thinking, but the Wreckoning is pretty lengthy as a 29er.
@@knobbynomad1428 what’s the wheelbase for your evil bike? My stumpy evo is 1228mm/48.2in.
@@danskiex my evil calling wheelbase is 47” and my buddies evil Wreckoning is 49”
Both fit with no issues.
Hi
Can you fit 20 inches wheel bmx bike?
My son has a small 16" and it is not close to fitting. I can test it when he upgrades... he won't stop growing!
Great Post. Is the platform above the CX5 dual exhaust pipes ? Would the hot emission of the dual exhaust of the CX5 directly hit the plastic part of the rack and the bike tires ? Thanks.
It is the Mazda CX9. The pipes are far enough away and I have had zero issues. It may be the angle of the camera that give the impression it’s sits close.
No build up of exhaust emissions on the rack either and I have left it on for extended periods.
Thanks for the video, but I am having trouble finding a video that explains who installs the hitch or how the hitch itself is installed, or how difficult it is to install. All the videos I have seen the hitch is already magically installed. This to me is the hardest part of the install so far since no one seems to explain how it got there. lol
The hitch receiver attached to the vehicle?
@@knobbynomad1428 Yes, the part attached to the vehicle. I've been told that UHAUL does it buy nobody in these videos mentions that part. I need to get one attached for an electric bike rack for 2 e-bikes.
@@Goldpenny1
Many people can "do it yourself", if you are handy with tools. Order the correct hitch on the internet or go to Harbor Freight. I would probably start with finding the correct one on the internet, search Amazon, and then call around locally to see who stocks it and how much for them to install it. Your Auto Mechanic could make the recommendation.
OR - Call U-Haul (but they never answer their phone), or better yet, do a internet search for which branch of U-Haul installs hitches, then mask-up and drive to them, wait 1/2 hour till they get to you and ask how much. They will probably have it in stock and even sell it to you, but at that point I would ask them to install it!!!
Hope all that helps.
@@Goldpenny1 I got that hitch receiver from Uhaul actually and installed it myself. I went with the full 2” receiver and you will have to buy one that is built fir your specific vehicle so search by year, make, and model to make sure it will fit.
Dude I bought my vehicle with a hitch already installed like many SUVs, pick up trucks. It’s not magic, it’s just an option we already have on our vehicle, that’s why this type rack is great if you have a hitch, if you don’t there are other type bike carriers.....you don’t need a hitch to transport a bike...
Will the Sherpa 2.0 fit a fat tire mountain bike (4X26), and does it support a 65lb. ebike?
I cannot answer that question for certain, my 27.5s are 2.5 but that is not even close to a fat tire! :)
Very helpful. Thx!
Glad it helped, hope it makes the decision easier.
I am considering getting this, are you still happy with this rack?
thomas hudson I have driven to Colorado, Arkansas, and New Mexico with it... NO ISSUES! Best rack I have owned.
Just received mine yesterday and put it together. Looking fwd to using it once all the cancelled rides are up and running again!
Great review! I'm almost sold but have 2 questions: the max wheelbase is 47" my MTB is 48" do you know the wheel base of your 29er or if I'd have issues? Mine are ebikes also and weigh about 5 lbs over the max of 40, they are 45 lbs each, does it seem strong enough to take a few more pounds?
I have had my Evil Calling (27.5") on it and my buddies Evil Wreckoning (29er) without any issues. I cannot imagine a wider wheelbase than my buddies Wrecking, that thing is like a monster truck.
just ordered mine
I am certain you will be more than happy!
I guess you need to make video 3, measurements. Haha.