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In the quest for maximizing leg hypertrophy lifters often select the trap bar deadlift and the front squat as their exercises of choice.
So, what are the differences between the trap bar deadlift vs front squat? Trap bar deadlifts use a trap (hex) bar, which has the lifter deadlift from the floor in a half-squat-style position using the glute muscles. Front squats use a standard barbell,which requires the lifter to keep the bar on the front of their shoulders and primarily target the quadriceps.
In the article below, I’ll give you the full run-down on both of these lower body exercises. Namely, I’ll explain how and why you should include trap bar deadlifts and front squats into your program. Lastly, I’ll outline how to perform each movement correctly, so you can avoid injury and maximize your results.
Let’s dive in!
What’s The Difference Between a Trap Bar Deadlift and Front Squat?
A common question is: can you replace the trap bar deadlift with the front squat and vice versa?
No, you should not consider the trap bar deadlift and front squat to be interchangeable at all. In addition to the different movement patterns being trained (hip hinge vs squat), the trap bar deadlift and front squat use varying muscle groups, have different technical requirements, and need distinct loading demands.
The 6 main differences between the trap bar deadlift and front squat are:
1. Implement Type
Trap Bar Deadlift
The trap bar deadlift uses a trap bar, which is sometimes also referred to as a “hex bar” due to its hexagonal shape. Usually, this specialty bar is enclosed (requiring the athlete to step inside to lift it) and shorter than a standard barbell but still weighing 45 pounds.
The trap bar typically has two sets of neutral-grip handles: a lower set that are even in height to the trap bar’s loadable sleeves, and upper set that are raised up by a few inches.
The front squat requires the use of a standard barbell that is placed in a power rack or squat rack, so the lifter can easily get the bar into the correct position.
That said, a lifter can simply clean the bar up to their shoulders if they’d prefer to perform the exercise on a deadlift platform.
2. Mobility Demands
Trap Bar Deadlift
In the trap bar deadlift, the mobility demands on the lifter are quite minimal. In fact, athletes will often find it easier to achieve a neutral spine than in the conventional deadlift.
However, there will be a greater challenge to the lifter if required to pull from the lower handles — since it will force a lower starting position.
The front squat requires serious mobility in the upper body. In particular, the mobility of the wrists, arms, and upper back will be of top priority.
Lifters who already struggle with inflexibility in these areas will have great difficulty in pulling off the front squat with the Olympic grip. For many, gripping the bar with straps or performing the cross-grip might be a better choice right from the start — especially if the lifter is not interested in competing in Olympic weightlifting or CrossFit.
Want to use straps on the front squat, but not sure where to start? Check out my article Front Squat With Straps: How And Why You Should Do It
3. Muscles Worked
Trap Bar Deadlift
The trap bar deadlift primarily works the quads. Additionally, it provides a reasonable stimulus to the abdominals, calves, and entire back musculature. Some lifters who start trap bar deadlifting for the first time might experience added soreness in the quads.
Read my complete guide on the Muscles Used In The Deadlift, including different variations of the deadlift.
The front squat focuses mainly on the quads, glutes, and abductors (which falls under the “hamstring” family of muscles). That said, the upper back, abdominals, and biceps are also targeted as supporting muscle groups.
Read my complete guide on the Muscles Used In The Squat, including different variations of the squat.
4. Technical Proficiency
Trap Bar Deadlift
For the trap bar deadlift, the process of lifting the bar is fairly straightforward: step inside the bar, assume a half-squat position, stick out your chest, and lift the bar.
Because of this and the fact that most lifters will default to pulling from the upper handles with the trap bar deadlift, this movement tends to require less technical proficiency.
In other words, most novice lifters can do this exercise rather easily, and in fact, many strength coaches will get their athletes to learn the trap bar deadlift before teaching the conventional or sumo deadlift.
For the front squat, the technical proficiency is quite high.
In addition to excellent mobility and upper back strength, the lifter must have significant kinesthetic awareness (awareness of their body in space). Without these qualities, the athlete won’t be able to front squat without falling over or having the bar roll off their shoulders.
5. Movement Pattern
Trap Bar Deadlift
The trap bar deadlift follows the “hip hinge” pattern, due mostly to the greater amount of hip extension that occurs during the movement when compared to knee extension.
As a result, the trap bar deadlift can be a highly effective deadlift variation for lifters looking to target their glutes more effectively (compared with the front squat), and as we’ll read next, use more weight.
The front squat demonstrates the “squat” pattern, where there is a similar amount of hip extension and knee extension.
Because of this and the emphasis on upper back strength development, the front squat can be an excellent squat accessory to build the strength of your quads and to learn how to coordinate your body using a complex movement pattern..
6. Weight Used
Trap Bar Deadlift
The trap bar deadlift will allow for much heavier weights to be lifted than the front squat.
This is primarily due to the shorter range of motion and more advantageous joint angles that allow the lifter to leverage the muscles of their posterior chain.
The front squat will require much lighter weights to be used, when compared to the trap bar deadlift.
This is mostly because the lifter’s upper back strength and ability to maintain the front rack position acts as the limiting factor — not the lifter’s actual quad strength.
Trap Bar Deadlift: Guide
The trap bar deadlift is a deadlift variation that places the lifter in a more upright torso position and allows them to lift using a neutral grip.
Despite the slightly shorter range of motion (compared to a conventional deadlift) the trap bar deadlift still works the glutes, hamstrings, quads and trunk musculature to a high degree.
How To Do A Trap Bar Deadlift
Here’s how to perform a trap bar deadlift:
- Find a trap bar and ensure the handles you’ll be using are face-up
- Step inside the barbell
- Set your stance in the same way as you would normally deadlift
- Bend forward and grab the handles, ensuring your hands are centered
- Squat down until you’re in a half-squat position
- Stick your chest out hard
- Push the floor away to stand up
- Descend with control by bending simultaneously at your knees and hips
- Stop once the bar as returned to the floor
Check out my article that discusses Are Trap Bar Deadlifts Harder Than Traditional Deadlifts?
Technique Tips For a Trap Bar Deadlift
Here are some trap bar deadlift tips to help you with your technique:
- Incorporate lower and higher reps. As with any compound exercise where you can really load up the weight, the appeal of doing a maximal heavy set of 5 reps or less is tempting. As much as you might want to, don’t neglect doing sets of >5 reps. If you purposefully avoid the higher rep range, you’ll likely miss out on impactful hypertrophy benefits.
- Use the lower handles, too. When you try the trap bar deadlift for the first time, it’s common to get used to the higher handles and only ever use that height until the end of time. While it’s not unforgivable to only use the higher handles, the bottom set will help increase the range of motion by lowering your starting position by a few inches. Yes, this will make the lift harder — and it might just be exactly what you need to drive up your standard deadlift.
- Start with your normal deadlift stance. Since you’ll use a different bar for the trap bar deadlift, it’s common to want to reinvent the wheel and forgo your regular deadlift stance. However, you’ll likely find your ordinary deadlift stance width and toe-angle works quite well for this deadlift variation. You’re welcome to experiment down the line, but at least start off with what you’re used to.
Want to make your deadlift strength skyrocket? Here are 12 Deadlift Accessories To Increase Strength & Technique
Common Mistakes When Doing a Trap Bar Deadlift
The most common faults in the trap bar deadlift are:
- Taking too wide of a stance. Due to the shape of the barbell, you’ll have to take a standard (conventional) deadlift stance. Sumo deadlift stance widths are incompatible with this type of specialty bar, so stick to a hip-width stance or slightly wider only.
- Not staying in your knees. The cue of “staying in your knees” is commonly used with the standard deadlift or squat, especially when a lifter has a habit of allowing their knees to kick backwards on the way up. This action shifts the work off the quads, onto the posterior chain. That said, the quads are a strong muscle group — avoid taking them out of the lift by keeping your knees forward on the way up.
Muscles Used: Trap Bar Deadlift
The muscles used in the trap bar deadlift are the:
- Back Muscles (erector spinae, rhomboids, traps)
Throughout the trap bar deadlift, the lifter is predominantly performing hip and knee extension. Respectively, these actions are carried out by the glutes and hamstrings, and the quadriceps muscle group.
The remaining muscle groups (calves) assist in knee extension, or help to keep the lifter upright throughout the movement (abdominals, back muscles).
Benefits of The Trap Bar Deadlift
Some of the benefits of the trap bar deadlift are:
- It’s a natural movement. The half-squat position that you adopt when you perform the trap bar deadlift is often referred to as the “athletic stance” in most sports (bent knees, hips back, and chest out). Whether you have an athletic background or not, this powerful position will likely come naturally to you and make it easier to become skilled with this exercise.
- It’s able to be loaded heavier. Within a couple weeks of dedicated training, you’ll almost certainly be able to lift significantly more weight with the trap bar deadlift when compared to your standard deadlift. The decreased range of motion when using the higher handles tends to be the main reason here.
- It’s (a little) easier on your back. When compared to the standard deadlift, the trap bar deadlift elicits greater activation in the quads but less in the hamstrings and erector spinae (lower back muscles). For this reason, the trap bar deadlift is often chosen for those who are performing “back rehab” and still want to do some type of a deadlift variation.
Can’t hold onto the bar due to lagging grip strength? Before you go buy a new set of straps, check out my article Best Lifting Straps in 2020 to find out what the top lifters are using!
Cons of The Trap Bar Deadlift
Some of the cons of the trap bar deadlift are:
- Less specific for powerlifting. In the sport of powerlifting, you compete with a standard (straight) barbell with the conventional or sumo deadlift. Unfortunately, you won’t be competing with the trap bar deadlift as an exercise. For this reason, the trap bar is probably not the best choice when seeking a highly specific deadlift variation.
- Balance issues from grip. When you first try the trap bar deadlift, it’s common to have the barbell tipping forward or backward during your set. As you get more practice, you’ll start to notice when the bar feels off-centre. When this happens, simply place the bar back down on the floor and reposition your hands accordingly before continuing with your set.
Front Squat: Guide
The front squat is a squat variation that places the bar on the front of the lifter’s shoulders throughout the entire exercise.
In the front squat, the barbell’s position on the front of the shoulders requires that the lifter keep their knees farther forward than other squat variations.
This requirement is to stay balanced in their midfoot and avoid having the bar slide off the shoulders. While the front squat will focus mostly on the quads and glutes, it will also put a large amount of work on the trunk musculature to avoid tipping forward.
How To Do A Front Squat
Here’s how to perform a front squat:
- Find a power rack or squat stand
- Ensure the hooks are slightly lower than shoulder height for the barbell
- Approach the bar and put the tips of your fingers just outside shoulder-width apart
- Step directly to the bar as you rotate your elbows forward and up, so your upper arms are parallel to the floor
- Ensure the bar is resting in the nooks behind your front delts
- Stand up fully to unrack the bar
- Step back a couple paces to clear the hooks and set your stance width
- When ready, take a deep breath in and brace your core
- Bend at your knees to descend, trying to sit between your thighs
- Once the tops of your thighs are at or slightly below parallel to the floor, you’ve reached an adequate depth
- Drive the floor away with your feet to stand back up
Technique Tips For a Front Squat
Here are some front squat tips to help you with your technique:
- Vary your rep range. While your front squat strength will respond better to <6 rep sets because you can use heavier weights, don’t neglect the 6-12 rep range. Incorporating higher reps is an excellent method to accumulate enough volume to result in leg growth.
- Experiment with your grip. If you constantly get sore wrists from the Olympic grip, feel free to put straps on the bar and hold them instead of the barbell itself. On the other hand, you can also perform the cross-arm grip if you’d prefer.
- Stretch in between sets. Performing forearms, tricep and lat stretches will go a long way in facilitating your front rack positioning. As you warm-up with the empty bar, add in some light stretches between your sets. If you want a full mobility routine, you can check out my squat warm-up.
Common Mistakes When Doing a Front Squat
The most common faults in the front squat are:
- Not having a quality standard. As you fatigue during the front squat, you’ll start to undergo some tipping forward on the ascent. Even for experienced lifters with impressive upper back strength, your torso will tend to collapse forward no matter what you do. Instead of trying to banish it altogether, have a “quality standard” for your reps to know when to end the set due to technical limitations.
- Stubbornly using the Olympic grip. Unless you’re an Olympic weightlifter or CrossFit athlete, you’re under no obligation to use the Olympic grip. In fact, forcing yourself to do so might be causing more harm than good. As a bare minimum, try to get 2 fingers (usually your index and middle fingers) around the bar to hold it in position on your shoulders instead of attempting to get all 4 fingers around the bar.
Muscles Used: Front Squat
The muscles used in the front squat are the:
- Erector Spinae (lower back muscles)
- Traps (lower, middle, and upper)
As the lifter ascends from the bottom position of the front squat, there are two main actions that occur: knee extension and hip extension.
Knee extension is primarily handled by the quadriceps, with the calves playing a small supporting role. As a result, the quads are the main mover during the front squat.
That said, the posterior chain also plays a role in the front squat — specifically with hip extension. For this action to occur, the glutes, hamstrings must contract to make the hip joint open so the lifter can stand up fully.
The abdominals, erector spinae and traps assist mostly with keeping the lifter’s trunk rigid against the weight of the barbell. By contracting throughout the exercise, these muscle groups prevent the lifter from caving forward and losing the barbell off the shoulders.
Related article: Back Extension vs Deadlift: Differences, Pros, Cons
Benefits of The Front Squat
Some of the benefits of the front squat are:
- It builds your quads. If you thought that you had to lift heavy to build your quads, don’t sleep on the front squat just yet. A study by Gullet et al. (2008) showed that the front squat was comparable to the back squat for recruiting muscle mass in the legs. Neither appears to stimulate hypertrophy better than the other, even though you can lift much more with other squat variations.
- It improves your mobility. After weeks of front squatting, the small act of holding the bar in the front rack position will increase the mobility of your upper body. Although this is most relevant to Olympic weightlifters and CrossFit athletes, almost all lifters could benefit from more flexibility gains.
Want the benefits of the front squat, but also desire more variety? Open my article on 10 Highly Effective Front Squat Alternatives (With Pictures) in a new tab to read it next!
Cons of The Front Squat
Some of the cons of the front squat are:
- Shoulder discomfort. Whether you’re new to front squats or a seasoned veteran, you’ll find that the weight of the bar might cause some discomfort on your shoulders. Luckily, you’ll get more accustomed to the front rack position and the nerves by the front of your shoulders will get used to the pressure of the barbell in just a couple weeks.
- Difficulty getting a full breath. Since the barbell is wedged behind your front delts, this will likely put it in close proximity to your throat. For some lifters, the bar might actually press into your throat despite having the front rack position established correctly. Don’t stress too much; you can alleviate most of the pressure against your windpipe by actively pushing your head backwards — creating a bit more space between your throat and the bar.
Your decision to do trap bar deadlifts will largely depend on what you’re trying to achieve with your training.
Use trap bar deadlifts if you’re looking for a new deadlift variation to try, or you want to focus on developing your posterior chain. Team sport (soccer, football, hockey) athletes might want to prioritize trap bar deadlifts due to the fact that they closely mimic the “athletic stance” used in these sports.
Use front squats if you’re on the hunt for a squat variation, or you want to build your quads. Also, Olympic weightlifters and CrossFit athletes should probably get used to front squatting regularly.
Check out my other exercise comparisons featuring the front squat:
- Front Squat vs Zercher Squat
- Front Squat vs Safety Bar Squat
- Front Squat vs Goblet Squat
- Front Squat Mobility: 17 Must-Do Exercises
About The Author
Kent Nilson is an online strength coach, residing in Calgary (AB). When he’s not training, coaching, or volunteering on the platform at powerlifting meets, you’ll likely find Kent drinking coffee or enjoying his next Eggs Benedict. Connect with him on Facebook or Instagram.


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Can you bend over and touch your toes? If you can’t, you might have tight hamstrings, a common problem among people who sit too much. Hamstring tightness is more than a nuisance. If your hammies are too tight, they can impact your workouts too, especially if you run or sprint.
How do you know if you have tight hamstrings? If you can’t touch your toes, your hamstrings may the limiting factor. Another test you can do at home is called the tripod test. To do this test, sit on a chair with your knees bent at 90 degrees. Straighten one knee as someone observes you. If your pelvis tilts when you straighten your leg, your hamstrings are tight.
Another test that will help you identify hamstring tightness is the straight leg lift. To do this test, lie flat on an exercise mat. Try to raise each leg up without bending your knees. If you have sufficient hamstring flexibility, you should be able to reach 70 degrees without bending at the knee. Any less than this and hamstring tightness is limiting you.
Now, let’s look at some of the potential downsides of having tight hamstrings:
Increased Risk of Injury
Tight hamstrings increase the risk of sports-related injuries, particularly hamstring strains. In fact, hamstring strains are the second most common injury among football players after knee sprains. Also, once you’ve strained a hamstring muscle, the risk of restraining it is higher due to the scar tissue that forms. When scar tissue builds up in the muscle, it stiffens the muscle and alters the smooth movement of the muscle.
Higher Risk of Lower Back and Knee Pain
Your entire posterior chain is connected. Therefore, it’s not surprising that tight hamstrings can negatively affect other muscles and joints along the posterior chain and the low back and knees are most likely to be impacted. When your hamstrings are tight, your hips shift backward and that places stress on your lower back and knees. You might not think of your hamstrings affecting your knees and lower back, but any weakness or stiffness in the posterior chain will affect structures above and below it.
Tight hamstrings can disrupt your posture too. When your hamstrings are tight, it pulls your pelvis, hips and thighs back into an unnatural position that strains your lower back. One study found that tight hamstrings restricts the natural rhythm of the lower back and pelvis and leads to compensatory posture changes in your posture when you move or stand. Many people walk, stand, and sit with poor posture and don’t even know it, but bad alignment places a strain on your neck all the way down to your lower back.
How to Fix Tight Hamstrings
Once you know your hamstrings are tight, what can you do to fix them? The first impulse is to stretch your tight hamstrings. That’s a good idea, but it isn’t the only one. You also need to strengthen your glutes. If your gluteus maximus, the largest muscle in the lower body and in the entire body, is weak, your hamstrings will have to work harder to take up the slack. When there’s weakness in one muscle group, other muscle groups have to activate more to compensate. You need strong glutes to take some load off your hamstrings when you extend your hips.
Why are your hamstrings weak? One culprit is sitting too much. When you sit too long, your hip flexors shorten and tighten. According to the principle of reciprocal inhibition, shortening of one muscle turns off the opposing muscles, in this case, the glutes. The key is to break the cycle by sitting less and by stretching your tight hamstrings more. At the same time, strengthen your glutes.
The best exercises for glute strengthening are movements like lunges, donkey kicks, hip thrusts, glute bridges and step-ups. Squats are more of a quad-focused exercise, but you can activate your glutes more by doing single-leg squats and using a full range-of-motion when you squat. Also, using a wider squat stance will target your glutes more than using a standard or narrow stance.
If you have tight hamstrings, spend extra time warming up your lower body. Most people warm up for only 5 minutes or so, but double that amount if you have hamstring tightness. Keep your warm-up dynamic by doing exercises like jogging in place and exercises like leg kicks. These movements will lengthen your hamstrings and raise your core body temperature. At the end of a workout session, do a series of hamstring stretches, including toe touches. There are a variety of other ones you can do too. Here’s a simple one:
- Lie on you a mat on the floor.
- Rest your right leg comfortably on the mat with your R knee bent.
- Raise your left leg off the floor and hold it with both hands at knee level.
- Pull your left leg toward your body while keeping it as straight as possible.
- Lower it and switch legs.
- Try the straight leg test at home to see how tight your hamstrings are. If they’re tight, take steps to correct the problem.
- Warm-up thoroughly before each workout and do static hamstrings stretches at the end.
- Have someone assess your alignment and posture and work on correcting alignment issues.
- Spend less time sitting. Get up and walk around and stretch whenever you can.
- Strengthen your glutes to take some load off of your hamstrings.
- Stretch your hamstrings a few minutes every day, even when you’re not working out. Doing this regularly will improve hamstring mobility.
- Strength and Conditioning Research. “How Does Stance Width Affect Muscle Activity in Squats?”
- Saudi Journal of Sports Medicine. Extended sitting can cause hamstring tightness. Ghulam Fatima1, Muhammad Mustafa Qamar2, Jawad Ul Hassan3, Ayesha Basharat. Vol. 17, Issue 2.
- Asian Spine J. 2015 Aug; 9(4): 535–540.Published online 2015 Jul 28. doi: 10.4184/asj.2015.9.4.535.
- Journal of Sport and Health Science. Volume 1, Issue 2, September 2012, Pages 92-101.
- J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 1998;27:295–300.
- Mayo Clinic Staff. “Hamstring injury: Prevention. 3 Ways Tight Hamstrings Can Impact Your Workouts”

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Learn more about the number 1 exercise bike with programs.
Would you willingly workout if you were required to do the same exact workout every single time for the rest of your life?
For most, the answer to this question would be a resounding no.
Just as you wouldn’t willingly eat the same food at every meal for the rest of your life you also wouldn’t want to do the same exact workout day in and day out.
Preset programs are the proverbial spice of exercise bikes, treadmills, and other cardio equipment.
In theory, yes, working out with an upright, recumbent, or spin bike will always include pedaling.
But in practice the person working out is free to do as they choose concerning intensity, length, and variation of workouts.
And this is where preset programs of exercise bikes (as well as other types of cardio machines) can prove to be so beneficial. They are the essence of variation and allow one to break up monotony with ease.
Read on to learn exactly what preset programs bring to the table and the best stationary bikes that include programs as a model feature.
The Logic of Cycling Programming
We mentioned that preset programs of exercise bikes allow you to break up monotony by introducing variation.
How exactly is this achieved? How do programs work?
In most cases programs act as a sort of simulation of a real world physical activity or workout.
The most obvious parallel in the case of stationary bikes would be actual bicycles.
Someone who bikes on roads may pedal at a steady pace on a flat road during one ride, and then introduce burst levels of intensity during hill climbs, and up shifting gears during another.
Many workout programs found on exercise bikes and other cardio machines utilize interval training. A 2017 study found that HIIT (high intensity interval training) provided a similar amount of fat loss when compared to traditional cardio. It’s important to note that the steady state cardio used in the study took almost double the amount of time as HIIT.
On an exercise bike, you aren’t actually experiencing any kind of change in circumstance or terrain which is why simulation is required.
A bike will simulate this by increasing the the resistance level for alternating lengths of time and requiring a certain cadence (speed at which you pedal) during different blocks of time.
With a combination of varying cadence and resistance for different blocks of time the bike can achieve many different programs. And each of these programs is going to tire out the user to varying degrees.
Generally, the higher intensity a program is the more calories it’s going to help you burn, but remember that another awesome benefit of multiple programs is the inherent variation.
An example of a specific type of workout that an exercise bike could potentially simulate is called high intensity interval training or HITT. This type of workout has its own unique set of benefits and calls for short bursts of extreme intensity followed by rest periods.
A HIIT workout is much shorter than low intensity steady state cardio (LISS) but it can actually prove to be more effective at helping you burn fat.
A fair warning though, this type of workout is absolutely true to its name in that it will push you to your limits when done correctly.
So the benefits of this type of feature are absolutely there. Programs can and will help you burn more calories (and subsequently lose more weight), stay consistent with working out, and help keep things fresh.
In the following sections we’ll discuss the top picks for exercise bikes with programs in 2018.
Learn more about the Schwinn 270.
We’ve covered Schwinn stationary bikes quite a bit on Two Parts Health due to their name recognition and propensity for quality. In particular, the Schwinn 270 has come up on numerous occasions on our various exercise bike articles due to it being one of the best recumbent bikes on the market for the money.
You might be interested in: Best Schwinn Exercise Bikes of All Types in 2018
And in terms of preset programs, the Schwinn 270 hardly flounders, offering a total of 29 program variations to choose from.
In tandem with the large amount of resistance levels, preset programs will range from easy going to very challenging in order to create a wide range of difficulty.
Recumbent stationary bikes are a great way to workout while becoming absorbed in entertainment such as video games, Netflix, books, and browsing your phone. It doesn’t hurt that they’re also the most comfortable type of bike!
This is perfect for those who are just starting out with cardio related workouts, and who would like to improve their fitness over time. Just as you wouldn’t dive into a 5k run with no experience, jumping straight into an incredibly intense indoor bike workout isn’t the best idea in the world.
It’s also highly useful for shaping your workout plan with your individual fitness goals in mind. For instance, a workout for beginners trying to get into shape is most likely going to differ from an stationary bike workout designed for losing weight.
The Schwinn 270’s preset workout programs can also be customized for time, making it a great option for individuals who may not always have tons of idle time at their disposal. By default, each program is set for 30 minutes, but if you want to reduce or add time, workouts are automatically resized for whatever allotted time you choose.
Preset workouts can also be customized in real time by changing resistance levels of independent intervals. This makes increasing the intensity in the moment as easy as hitting a button.
And if you find yourself constantly tweaking the preset programs to your liking, there are also custom workout profiles that you can create and use from one workout to the next.
In terms of all other characteristics that make an exercise bike a quality one, the Schwinn 270 still stands as one of the best recumbent bikes for its price range in 2018.
It is well built, comfortable, includes a screen that displays all important information, and even offers novel features, while less important, that help the 270 stand out from the crowded sea of cardio machines.
It is without a doubt one of the best picks for those who prefer the experience offered by a recumbent indoor bike.
Read customer reviews for the Schwinn 270.
Learn more about the LifeCORE Fitness Assault AirBike.
The LifeCORE Fitness Assault AirBike was our top pick for the best air bikes in 2018, and its inclusion of preset programs is only one of many reasons.
If you’re not already familiar with air resistance bikes, they’re main selling point is the potential for unlimited resistance through the use of friction created between fan and air.
They are an incredibly popular option for people who are into high intensity and interval style workouts due to their ability to provide a truly gut punching workout.
Make no mistake, air bikes are hardly a one trick pony, and can offer a compelling workout for beginners and intermediates alike. It’s just that this type of stationary bike can quite literally knock the wind out of you should you be dead set on burning as many calories as possible.
With that said, the included programs on the Assault AirBike are geared towards interval style workouts and, while offering easier interval workouts, should be taken into consideration when choosing between the bikes listed here.
The Assault AirBike is a great bike, an amazing one if you’re okay with high intensity interval style workouts, but the depth of its programs does not match stationary bikes like the Schwinn 270 or Schwinn 170.
This is why we recommend this particular model most to those who are interested in fan bikes as an alternative to traditional upright and recumbent stationary bikes. Truth be told, most air bikes don’t match regular exercise bikes when it comes to preset workout programs, so you can’t go wrong by choosing the Assault AirBike when positioned against other air bikes on the market.
Read customer reviews for the Assault AirBike.
Learn more about the Schwinn 170.
Keen on the workout provided by upright stationary bikes?
Recumbent bikes are are great for both relaxed workouts combined with engrossing entertainment (phone, books, Netlfix, etc.) as well as more vigorous workouts, but upright bikes provide a more engaged workout experience.
It’s the type of experience for those more inclined to burn as many calories as possible and lose weight.
The Schwinn 170 is the upright parallel to the Schwinn 270, and is one of the best mid-range upright bikes on the market in 2018. And as the upright brother to the 270, it features the same fleshed out preset workout programs.
Just like the Schwinn 270, the Schwinn 170 features 29 preset programs including the ability to create custom workout profiles.
You’ll also be able to customize workout programs for time as well as adjust the resistance level while working out on the fly, as you would on the 270.
Overall, you’ll be experiencing the same depth as you would with Schwinn’s popular recumbent bike, the only difference being that you’ll be doing so in an upright position.
Read customer reviews for the Schwinn 170.
Best Budget Exercise Bikes with Preset Programs
If you’re interested in a solid exercise bike with fully realized preset programs, but want something a little cheaper than our picks above, then the following two models are just what you’re after.
How do they stack up?
As far as the Schwinn 130 vs the Schwinn 170 is concerned, the main differences between the 130 and the 170 are that the 170 has an additional 5 levels of resistance and 7 preset programs.
And when taking a look at the Schwinn 230 vs the Schwinn 270, the main difference is the exact same disparity in resistance levels and preset programs.
In most other areas of contention, differences won’t impact the workout experience too significantly.
This is what makes the 130 and 230 great options for those who want to save a little money while still experiencing Schwinn’s pedigree for quality.


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Larry Greene Memorial Scholarship Golf Outing
This year's golf outing will be on Tuesday, June 20th, 2017 at 1:00 pm
Mainland Golf Course
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Harleysville, PA 19438
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Brooklyn Aces Team Bag
Regular price $118.99 USD
This premium bag is a collab between the Brooklyn Aces and ACE. Designed to provide maximum storage capacity and durability for pickleball players of all levels. Crafted from high-quality materials, this bag is built to withstand the rigors of frequent use and keep your gear protected from the elements.


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Race Face Atlas riser handlebar with an anodized, shot-peened finish. - Aonodized, shot-peened finish - Cold-drawn and butted proprietary AirAlloy aluminum tubing - 4 degree upsweep
Mountain bike terrain is bigger and burlier than ever, so why shouldn’t your components be? Our Guide 35.0 Carbon handlebar increases front-end strength and stiffness for more precise handling inputs. The carbon fiber construction keeps weight to a minimum and soaks up trail chatter. Pair these carbon mountain bike handlebars with our Guide Trail 35.0 Stem and carve, drop, pump, and jump your way down the mountain with confidence. - Bar Clamp Diameter: 35.0mm - Color: Carbon - Width: 760/800mm - Rise: 10/20/40mm - Back Sweep (deg): 8 degree - Upsweep: 5 degree - Material: Carbon
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TruVativ's super-tough Hussefelt Riserbar is made from triple-butted AL-66 for a long fatigue life and great strength. The wide bar and high rise gives you an upright position for greater control in technical sections and confidence on steep descents.
An exceptionally strong carbon fiber 35mm riser bar that’s built to descend. The M7 bar is designed for the most aggressive and demanding riders. Carbon fiber is the ideal material for a gravity bar because fiber orientation and bar shape can be controlled independently and developed in unison, resulting in a tuned flex profile that cannot be achieved with aluminum. This bar is tuned to be precise and responsive while absorbing fatigue-inducing chatter and taking the sting out of the biggest hits. The M7 bar features a trail-perfect 8-degree backsweep and 4-degree upsweep for your long-travel 29er, enduro race bike, or downhill machine. - Material: Carbon - Weight: 230g (10mm rise); 240g (25mm rise); 245g (40mm rise) - Bar Width (Max): 800mm - Bar Width (Min): 780mm - Clamp Diameter: 35mm - Backsweep: 8 Degrees - Upsweep: 4 Degrees - Torque Spec: Face Plate: 5.5Nm - Torque Spec: Controls: 5.5Nm
Whatever your adventure, Salsa's Salt Flat Handlebars are lightweight, comfortable, and durable. Whether you are racing, riding laps at your local track, or exploring new trail for the first time, grab hold and let’r rip! - Signature 11° back sweep, 6° up sweep, zero rise - 800mm and 750mm width options - Graduated ends for easy trimming - 31.8mm clamp diameter with 100mm width for use with Salsa Anything Cradle and aerobars - Weight: 189g - Note: Salt Flat bars are not compatible with bar ends
A race-proven handlebar, the M9 bar is ENVE's dedicated downhill option. Designed around a 31.8mm clamp diameter and a downhill-focused flex profile, this bar’s celebrated ride feel defined the potential of a DH carbon fiber bar and realigned performance expectations. The M9 bar features 8-degree backsweep and 4-degree upsweep. - Material: Carbon - Weight: 245g (30mm rise); 265g (50mm rise) - Bar Width (Max): 810mm - Bar Width (Min): 780mm - Clamp Diameter: 31.8mm - Backsweep: 8 Degrees - Upsweep: 4 Degrees - Torque Spec: Face Plate: 5.5Nm - Torque Spec: Controls: 5.5Nm
For cross country and all-mountain riding, Dimension Mountain bars provide generous—but not ridiculous—width, rigorously tested to ISO 4210 Mountain standards. - Shot-peened finish - 6061-T6 Aluminum - 9-deg backsweep - 720mm wide - 35mm rise
Whatever your adventure, Rustler handlebars are tough, durable, and comfortable. Whether you are out exploring a new trail or devouring your favorite descent, they’ll help keep you in control and ready for the terrain ahead. - Signature 11° back sweep, 6° up sweep, 20mm rise - 800mm and 750mm width options - Graduated lines for easy trimming - 31.8mm clamp diameter with 160mm width for use with Salsa Anything Cradle and aerobars - Weight: 221g - Note: Rustler bars are not compatible with bar ends
All Mountain / XC The Cutlass bar crosses categories from XC to Enduro with a 31.8mm diameter and width of 780mm. 220g of premium quality unidirectional carbon fiber ensures that this bar is about reliable strength and durability with a responsive feel. It features a 25mm rise for aggressive rider position tuned with a 5° upsweep, 8° bend orientation. The geometry of this bar now matches our OSX perfectly.
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The day was coming and it finally happened. A 29"er has won a major elite men's XC race. You can check out the report here. This won't be the last time this happens either.
The thing about 29"ers and elite XC racers is really all down to one little objection: Wheel weight. You will notice that the majority of elite racers that do use 29"ers, (admittedly, most are Subaru/Gary Fisher riders) use sub 2 inch wide rubber to help keep the rotational weight to a minimum. Of course, the wheels themselves are also very light weight works of art in them selves. Ryan Trebon's race winning set weighed 1350 grams complete with tubeless tape and valves.
This is just the beginning, as I said, though. There are newer developments on the cusp of being used in racing that will transform the 29"er from the odd ball choice in elite XC to a commonly seen sight underneath the fastest pros. Some of these new developments are radical.
Things like tubular mountain bike tires and wheels will become much more common place, and are being used now. For 29"ers, this will help relieve the rim from some of its weight. Another development that will change both 26"er and 29"er racing is the carbon fiber rim. It's been coming, and even I have laced up a couple examples in the past. The new versions will be very light, but extremely strong and will overtake the ranks of pro XC racing in a hurry once they become available. Especially when the carbon fiber tubular mountain bike rims I saw become available.
All of these things will affect choices made by the pros. No longer will wheel weight become the deciding factor against using a 29"er in competition. Courses will dictate what gets used and every pro will start to demand that their sponsors have a race level 29"er in the stable for their use. Not right away, mind you. This is an Olympic year, and many riders will be loathe to switch up components or wheel sizes before such an important event. However: that said, it wouldn't surprise me one bit to see one of the pros pull a 29"er out and use it come race day at the Olympics. After the Olympics is when I expect we'll really notice some equipment choice changes.
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Cross country skiing has been around for centuries but for many recreational skiers it remains a relatively unknown sport. This is especially the case in the large popular ski resorts in the French Alps such as the Three Valleys where downhill Alpine Skiing is the star of the show. Following on from our recent blog post a Beginners’ Guide to Cross Country Skiing we would like to share with you some of the health benefits of cross country skiing. Our aim is to encourage you to give it a try if you haven’t already!
1) It is a total body workout
Cross country skiing uses every major muscle group simultaneously. It is the ultimate full body workout using both the ‘pushing’ and ‘pulling’ muscles. Your arms work hard pushing down through your poles to propel you along at the same time as your legs are pushing and powering you forwards. Other muscles that you may not feel or even know existed are working hard just to keep you balanced and upright. At the centre of all this action is your core (which is why Pilates is such great training for cross country skiing by the way!) The fact that the upper body plays such a big role is one of the main differences between cross country skiing and other endurance sports such as running and cycling.
2) It burns calories (and lots of them!)
Cross country skiing burns more calories than any other type of sport or exercise – anything between 600 and 1,122 (the stats are quite specific!) calories per hour, depending on whether you are going at a recreational pace or vigorous mountaineering pace. This of course means you can enjoy that delicious tartiflette or après-ski hot chocolate completely guilt free!
3) Low Impact for your joints
Cross country skiing is a low impact sport so there is less stress going through your joints, particularly the hips, knees and ankles, compared to many other sports. The gliding action, absence of quick twisting movements and the fact that your heels are free rather than fixed to the skis means there is only a very low risk of traumatic injury to the knees. This is one of the reasons that the sport is suitable for and popular with all age groups from children to octogenarians.
4) Strengthens cardiovascular system
Simply put, it is an excellent aerobic work out. Many muscle groups are involved but no one group is over stressed, hence the activity can be maintained for a long time. This sustained raised heart rate strengthens the heart and improves it’s ability to pump blood around the body and therefore deliver larger amounts of oxygen to the muscles.
5) Improves endurance
Long periods of aerobic exercise are known to improve our endurance. This means everyday activities such as climbing the stairs will feel easier and also leads to raised overall energy levels. You will feel an improvement in your endurance after only a few sessions of cross country skiing.
6) Improves balance
Probably the biggest surprise for alpine skiers when they first try cross country skiing is how challenging it is to remain in balance on the skis. Being much narrower than downhill skis the smaller surface area makes it significantly harder to balance and stay upright. Practising cross country skiing therefore really helps to improve our balance. The benefits of this are many. Good balance and proprioception (knowing where our body is in space) is known as a valuable way to help prevent injuries. Challenging your balance is an excellent way to strengthen your core muscles. Also as we age our sense of balance deteriorates but we can take steps to avoid this – the “use it or lose it” theory. Inactivity leads to a decline in strength and balance but by taking part in forms of exercise that challenge our balance we can help maintain our bodies’ complex balancing systems.
7) Boosts mental health
When we exercise our bodies release endorphins – a type of neurotransmitter (brain chemical) which helps relieve pain and stress. Endorphins can be thought of as a type of feel good chemical which gives us a natural high making us feel happy and positive. This sense of well-being can continue long after you finish skiing, helping you be more focussed, more productive and even get a better night’s sleep. Cross country skiing is also a sociable sport often carried out by groups of friends or families. This social engagement and interaction has many positive effects on our mental health.
8) Green exercise
So called ‘green exercise’ refers to exercise that is undertaken in a natural environment. This links in with the last point of boosting our mental health. Many studies have now shown that green exercise can demonstrate significant benefits to self-esteem and mood. Exercising with a stunning mountain backdrop or in the midst of a pine forest offers peace and tranquillity and acts as a natural form of stress relief. We are lucky that some of our local cross country skiing sites such as Lac Tueda in Meribel or Champagny-le-haut near Bozel are both within or right on the edge of national parks, well known for their stunning natural beauty. We can vouch for the fact that you only need to set foot there to experience a lift in your mood. Add in those endorphins and you cannot beat it!
So what are you waiting for? You now know some of the health benefits of cross country skiing. We are sure there are many more too. If you haven’t already done so, read our Beginners Guide To Cross Country Skiing and get those skis on! Bon ski!


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With years of experience and feedback, Kuat overhauled every feature and streamlined the look while maintaining the spirit of its predecessor. A re-designed pivot system with foot assist will endure a lifetime of abuse. Adjustable cradles allow for fast bike fit adjustments. Individual bike cable locks are longer, more durable, and easier to use. Holds bikes with up to 4.8-inch tires ensure a true fit for any bike in your stable. Updated ratchet arm creates an intuitive release and a more stable tow. The ground-up re-design of the Trail Doc work stand delivers a pro level feel. These are only the highlights, resulting from 3 years of extensive development, making the NV 2.0 the most advanced hitch rack on the planet. - Adjustable front tire cradle system - Re-designed pivot with optional foot assist - Fully integrated cable locks - Trail Doc included - Front tire ratchet design with an intuitive release - Rear tire strap features a co-molded strap to protect wheels - No-tool install with hand tight hitch cam system - Premium gloss metallic powder with water transferred logos - Hitch lock included - 2 Bike capacity up to 60 lbs. each - Holds wheelbases up to 48-inch, and tires as large as 4.8-inch with use of the Phat Bike Kit - Fits 20-inch to 29-inch tires - Wheel adapter needed for 20-24-inch tires - Available in both 2-inch & 1.25-inch hitch sizes - Dedicated 2-inch model is able to carry up to 4 bikes with optional NV 2.0 Add-On
The SplitRail LS goes beyond just a hitch rack with a balance between aesthetics and functionality that is best in class. The SplitRail design puts everything in the right place, while visually creating a clean rack that will not distract from your vehicle's good looks. The largest carrying capacity, up to 4 bikes with Add-Ons, and the deep wheel wells make the SplitRail LS incredibly secure and versatile. Integrated locks keep your bikes safe for those quick trips, while the soft-touch hook arms keep it looking good without frame contact. Product Features: - Carries 2 bikes, up to 60 lbs each - Expandable to 3 or 4 bikes up to 45 lbs each, with Add-Ons - Tire Width: 19mm road bike tires - 3.0-inch mountain bike tires - Wheel Diameter: 20-inch - 29-inch - Wheelbase: 34-inch - 50-inch - Only available for 2-inch hitches. Uses our premium 3-axis anti wobble system - Tray can be adjusted 4-inch side-to-side to avoid bike interference - No contact with frame, secures bicycle by front wheel - Folds flat against the vehicle, and tilts down 30 degrees to allow for hatch access - Only available for 2" hitches. Uses RockyMounts premium 3-axis anti wobble system - Integrated cable locks secure individual bikes to trays, locking hitch pin and premium lock pod secures rack to car, keyed alike - Includes wall hook for easy storage - Not for use with fender equipped bicycles - Rack weight 44 lbs (shipping weight 58 lbs)
Protect your rides during transport and save your back, too, with Hollywood's Sport Rider rack that carries up to 2 bicycles. Simply set any bike into the wheel holders (that are nice and low for easy bike mounting), then slide the padded universal clamp over the frames to secure the bikes. This great rack also includes Hollywood's No-Wobble system that prevents rack sway and holds your bikes steady even when the road is less than ideal. The Sport Rider folds for easy storage, too, and comes with Velcro wheel straps for top-notch safety. - Max weight capacity: 45 lbs per bike - Hitch Size: fits both 1 ¼ and 2-inch - Not to be used on any trailer, fifth wheel, or towed vehicle
Transport your recumbents and save your back, too, with Hollywood's Sport Rider Recumbent rack that carries up to 2 'bents. Simply set your recumbent into the wheel holders (that are nice and low for easy mounting), then slide the padded universal clamp over the frames to secure them in place. This great rack fits recumbents with up to 74-inch wheelbases and includes small wheel adapters and extra tie downs to keep your rig in place. And, the Sport Rider folds up when not in use for easy storage and transportation. - Hitch Size: fits both 1 ¼ and 2-inch - Space between bikes: 18-inches - Not to be used on any trailer, fifth wheel or towed vehicle - Max weight capacity: 45 lbs per bike
For around-town jaunts and cross-country excursions, Hollywood's Road Runner 3 is a great solution for carrying three bikes. Hollywood's rubber separators with integrated straps and a lower tie-down bar hold the bikes fast and ensure they won't bump each other. And, even when loaded, this rack easily tilts out of the way for rear access, and it folds down when not in use. Plus, Hollywood's No-Wobble system eliminates slack between the hitch and rack for extra stability. The Road Runner 3 also includes a keyed-alike locking hitch pin and 8-foot locking cable for total security and convenience. • Weight: 31 lbs • Max weight capacity: 35 lbs per bike • Not to be used on any trailer, fifth wheel, or towed vehicle
Light, strong, and always ready to roll, the SingleSpeed hitch rack is built for solo travel. Ready for any kind of bike – road, mountain, fat, or BMX – the StrongArm hook ensures your bike is secure and protected, holding the bike tight by the wheels, and babying those carbon frames and painted surfaces. The locking SpeedKnob makes install a breeze & an integrated SKS bike lock is included to keep your two wheeler secure. - Light, compact, and built for one bike, this hitch rack makes for quick & easy solo travel - Lightweight, hitch mounted tray rack that carries one bike without frame contact - StrongArm hook secures bike at wheels, protecting painted surfaces and carbon frames - Tool-free locking SpeedKnob makes installation and removal fast, easy and secure - Folding wheel cup and compact design keeps the rack out of your way when not in use - Fits most bikes, including fat-tire, mountain, road, hybrid, women’s specific, & BMX - Accommodates disc brakes, through axles, boost hubs, and full suspension bikes - Fits 20” to 29” wheel sizes and tires up to 5-inch wide - Integrated SKS (Same Key System) lock included for added bike security - Fits both 1.25-inch & 2-inch hitch receivers right out of the box
Nothing beats Hollywood's Trail Rider for fast, simple loading/unloading of bikes. It fits almost any style of bike using a padded universal top clamp and adjustable wheel holders. Simply drop the bike into the wheel holders, then slide the self-locking clamp down onto the frame to secure the bike. Plus, this rack folds into a thin profile for garage storage and includes Velcro wheel straps that also fold easily when not in use. - Hitch Size: fits both 1-¼ and 2-inch - Max bike wheel base: 60 inches - Max tire width: 3 inches - Not to be used on any trailer, fifth wheel or towed vehicle - Max weight capacity: 50 lbs per bike - Optional locking hitch pin and cable sold separately
Choose your own adventure with the MTR 1-bike hitch rack. Whether you’re feeling me-time or party time, the MTR can adjust for any occasion. The secret is in the MTR’s modular design (after all, MTR stands for “Modular Tray Rack”). Simply add or remove trays to securely haul between one and three bikes to wherever the trail may lead. When you’re ready to hit the road, feel free to take the scenic route. Rugged enough to handle the harshest of environments, the MTR is built with American-made steel and aluminum. Complete with versatile and sleek nesting trays with dual-arm wheel holders, the MTR can carry nearly any rig – from Junior’s MTB to downhill to your favorite eBike – securely, in style and without ever coming into contact with your bike’s frame. The Saris MTR also available in a 2-Bike version. Product Features - Modular: carries 1 bike, up to 60 lbs, and can be customized with Add-On to transport up to three bikes. - Pivot Away: unique wheel trays pivot and nest for easy loading and compact storage. - Dual-arm holders are compatible with a wide range of tire sizes and never touch the bike's frame. - Full Tilt: tilting feature allows easy hatch access without removing bikes. - Complete Integrated Security: locks the rack to the car and the bikes to the rack. - Tray-style hitch bike rack. - Carries 1 bike, up to 60 lb. - Customizable to carry more bikes with 1-Bike Add-On and 2-Bike Add-On - No assembly needed. - Tool-free installation. - Rack weight: 35 lb - Adjustable wheel block to accommodate wheel sizes from 20 inches up to 29 inches and tire sizes as wide as 5 inches. - Easily folds up when not in use. - Integrated locking cable secures bikes to the rack. - Locking hitch pin secures rack to the car. - Accommodates wheel bases up to 53 inches. - Universal hitch: fits 1 ¼” and 2” hitches out of the box. - Constructed from American-made aluminum and steel, and tested to outlive the elements.
Thule's T1 is a rugged single-platform rack with frame-free clamping security for all types of bikes. - Fits both 2" and 1.25" receivers with STL2 bolt included to lock carrier to vehicle - Secure bike quickly without frame contact with ratcheting arm - Carrier easily folds up when not in use with HitchSwitch lever - Ideal for carbon frames, mountain, downhill, fat bikes, and ebikes fitting 20–29" wheels and up to 5" tires without adapters - Lock bike to the rack with the integrated cable lock - Secure rack to the hitch receiver with STL2 lock
The TRS hitch rack will carry two 50 lb. bikes with up to 4.5" tires. It uses our new quick release spring system to tilt the rack down and fold it up flat against the car. The two bikes will sit on anodized aluminum trays with a rotating tire cage and multiple ratcheting wheel straps integrated. A uniquely designed hook is used to hold the bikes by the front tire. Max wheelbase is 48". Fits both 1-1/4" and 2" hitches.
The Freedom EX can securely carry two bikes, up to 60 lb each, and accommodates bikes with tires up to 4 inches wide. - Versatility is its middle name. Carries the widest variety of bike combinations. - Lightest tilting 2-bike hitch rack around, 27 lb total weight, thanks to compact, single-bar design. - Hauling machine. Can transport 2 bikes, up to 60 lb each. - Open Sesame! Tilting feature allows hatch access, even when fully loaded. - Features integrated locks and reflectors for extra security and visibility, day and night. - Platform style hitch rack - Carries 2 bikes, up to 60 lb/each. - Wheel trays with straps plus a Cuscino encased down-tube cradle securely holds bikes. - Sleek, compact and lightweight build transports two bikes on a single bar. - Accommodating bike space and design fits nearly every type and combination of bicycle, including those with fenders, mountain bikes, eBikes, balance bikes and unicycles. - Integrated locking cable secures bikes to the rack. - Locking hitch pin secures rack to the car - Tilting feature allows access to rear of vehicle, even when fully loaded, and folds up when not in use. - Reflectors on outside wheel trays ensure extra visibility in low light. - Built and tested to outlive the elements. - Universal hitch works with 1¼" and 2" hitch receivers. - Rack weight: 27 lb - This rack fits a wheelbase of up to 48".If your bike has a longer wheelbase, you will need Saris' long wheelbase bar (sold separately). - Universal wheel trays accommodate a wide variety of bikes and wheel sizes (up to 4" tires). - For use with tires wider than 4", add the Fat Tire Wheel Holders (sold separately)
This add-on to Thule's premium T2 Pro XT platform hitch rack allows 4 bike capacity (2"/50mm receivers only). - Lock bikes to the rack with the integrated cable lock - Eliminate bike interference by adjusting side to side to create generous spacing between bike mounts - Secure bikes quickly without frame contact with the frame free ratcheting arm - Ideal for carbon frames, mountain, downhill, and fat bikes as it fits 20 - 29” wheels and up to 5” tires without adapters
With its robust construction, eye-catching style and compact design that carries both bikes on a single bar, the SuperClamp is your bike’s new BFF. This lightweight – yet mighty – platform hitch rack is ready to hit the road at a moment’s notice. Whether you’re hauling eBikes, beefy mountain bikes, your prized TT rig, or an assortment of bicycles, the SuperClamp’s dual shepherd’s hooks promise all bikes a truly secure ride without touching the bike’s frame. And thanks to the SuperClamp’s tilting feature, no more unloading bikes to let the dog out of the back. Simply tilt down and release the hounds. Top it all off with integrated locks, a built-in bottle opener and head-turning reflectors, the SuperClamp 2-bike is proof that you can have your cake and eat it too. - Fastest loading bike rack around thanks to the dual wheel-clamping hooks (bonus: no frame contact). - Lightweight, yet mighty! Weighs only 35 lb, and is rugged enough to carry 2 bikes, up to 60 lb each. - Features integrated locks and reflectors for extra security and visibility, day and night. - Open Sesame! Tilting feature allows hatch access, even when fully loaded, and folds up when not in use. - Sleek and compact design holds 2 bikes on a single bar.
DrTray is the ultimate tray rack for your hitch. It can easily handle road, mountain, and fat-tire bikes with up to 5” tires. Bike clearance is top notch, with 18” between the trays. To make it even better, the bike tray spacing can be adjusted tool-free while the bikes are loaded, virtually eliminating any issues with bike-to-bike interference. The ergonomic remote tilt lever is intuitive to use and allows quick access to the rear of the vehicle as well as a convenient carrying handle. Its locking SpeedKnob delivers simple and secure vehicle attachment, and exceptional bike theft protection is built in with a burly SKS cable lock system. Plus, DrTray is adaptable – add an EZ+1 to carry a third bike! - Weighs in at only 34 pounds– the lightest rack in its class. (2” receiver Model only) - Securely carries 26” to 29” wheels and tires up to 5” wide - Unrivaled spacing between bikes - up to 18” between each bike - Tool-free adjustment while bikes are loaded minimizes the potential for bike-to-bike interference - Easy-to-use remote tilt lever and lightweight, aluminum design makes raising and lowering the rack a breeze - Tool-free locking SpeedKnob for a secure and easy install to your vehicle - Extra burly SKS cable lock system for each bike secures both wheels and frame - Add the EZ+1 and carry a third bike (2” receiver model only, sold separately) TECHNICAL SPECS - Weight: 34.00 lbs - Dimensions: L 16.00” x W 54.00” x H 11.50”
Saris' Bike Porter Hitch 4-Bike has room for all your bikes. The durable T-design steel frame hauls four bikes of up to 35 pounds each and fits both standard hitch sizes. Ratcheting anti–sway straps secure and stabilize your bikes, while grooved rubber cradles separate the bike's shift and brake cables from the frame. The rack folds down to the ground so you can access the back hatch of your car, plus the top bar folds down out of the way when not in use.
Want all the innovations of our revolutionary Glide rack, but only need to transport a couple of rides? This 2-bike hanging hitch rack has you covered. The Glide EX 2-bike features the same noteworthy and one-handed glide action of its Glide brethren, plus a beefed-up bike spec: the ability to carry 50 lb per bike. Yep, that's right - this hanging hitch bike rack is eBike compatible. Simply push the trigger to release the rack, glide away and boom – hatch access. When you’re done, the same amount of (non) effort glides the rack upright and you’re good to go. It’s the same one-button, one-step, one-motion movement for when the hitch rack is fully loaded and when it’s not. Product Features - eBike Friendly: this hanging hitch bike rack transports 2-bikes, up to 50 lb each. - Convenient, one-step access to the back of the car - fully loaded with bikes or not. - Innovative four-bar linkage system controls the center of mass, creating a smooth, glide-action away from the vehicle. - Complete integrated security: locks the rack to the car and the bikes to the rack. - Hanging hitch style bike rack. - Carries 2 bikes, up to 50 lb. each. - One-button glide action provides instant access to rear of vehicle, both with bikes loaded and without. - No assembly needed. - Rack weight: 37 lb. - Bike hold downs are easy to use and quick to load. - Best-in-class ratchet straps speedily fasten bike to the rack. - Integrated locking cable secures bikes to the rack. - Locking hitch pin secures rack to the car. - Universal hitch: fits 1 ¼” and 2” hitches out of the box. For use with receiver hitches Class II or higher. - Built and tested to outlive the elements.
Kuat's Beta is a lean, mean rack that carries two bikes (up to 80 lbs. total capacity) and weighs in at just under 14 lbs. - Carries 2 bikes (up to 40 lbs. each) - Total carrying capacity of up to 80 lbs. - Folds up quickly for storage - Tilts down for easy vehicle access - Enhance the Beta with hitch lock system (sold separately) - Hand-tight cam system - no need for additional tools! - Anti-sway carriages for a smooth ride - Aluminum construction is lightweight and extremely durable - Gun Metal Gray powder coat finish - 2-inch weighs only 12 lbs. (lightest weight on the market) - 1.25-inch weighs only 14 lbs. (additional 2lbs due to steel lower end) - Available for 2-inch OR 1.25-inch receivers. The 1.25-inch Beta can fit either hitch size with the 1.25-inch to 2-inch adapter.
The WestSlope 3 is a wallet-friendly, feature-filled and clean platform hitch rack. The big brother to the WestSlope, just with the capacity for an extra bike. The frame body is sloped to create a tiered mounting arrangement that eliminates handlebar interference between the bikes. By using a soft-touch wheel hook and a ratcheted swing arm, the WestSlope provides a secure fit with zero frame contact. - Carries 3 bikes, up to 40 lbs each - Tiered mounting eliminates handlebar interference between bikes - No contact with frame, secures bicycle by front wheel - Carries road tires up to 3.0” wide mountain bike tires, and diameters from 20” to 29” - Compatible with bicycles’ wheelbases from 34” to 48” - Folds flat against the vehicle, and tilts down 30 degrees to allow for hatch access - Fits 2” hitches only, with anti wobble bolt - Not for use with fender-equipped bicycles - Rack weight 43 lbs (Shipping weight 47 lbs) - WestSlope Lock Kit sold separately
Yakima's HitchSki is an attachment for your hitch-mounted rack (sold separately) that enables you to carry skis and snowboards. Simply swap the HitchSki for your bike attachment and you now have a rack that can be used year-round. It hauls up to six pairs of skis or four snowboards without the risk of damage thanks to rubber-padded arms. And, Yakima's SKS locks are included to prevent theft.
Premium aluminum platform bike rack is fully lockable, easy to use, and holds bikes without frame contact. Features - Securely holds bikes in place without frame contact - Quickly attach bikes and easily secure them to the rack using the ratcheting wheel loops - Aluminum construction makes it easy to use, install and remove - Effortlessly fold down bike arms when rack is not in use - Convenient access to the rear of the vehicle using the HitchSwitch lever to tilt the rack down, even with bikes on it - Lock bikes to the rack using the integrated cable lock (lock included) - Fits 26”-29” wheel sizes up to a 3” wide tire - Quick to install and easy to lock the rack to the vehicle due to the tool-free, SnugTite stinger (lock included) Technical specifications - Max number of bikes: 1 - Load capacity: 37.5 lb - Max bike weight: 37.5 lb - Dimensions: 20.8 x 59.7 x 33.4 in - Folded dimensions: 12 x 59.7 x 17.8 in - Weight: 23 lb - Distance between bikes: 10 in - Carbon frame compatible - Tilt function (with bikes) - Fits 1.25" receivers - Fits 2" receivers - One Key System compatible - Bike lock included - Receiver lock included
The only thing left to do is answer. No matter where the call beckons, the MTR can get you and your ride there. Designed with versatility at its core, the MTR (aka: modular tray rack) can transport a variety of bikes and can be easily customizable with add-on trays to bring your whole collection of shredders or ride-share with friends. Each MTR rack is built from American-made steel and aluminum for maximum durability. Roomy wheel trays swallow bike tires up to 5 inches wide for a stable hold, while dual-arm wheel holders keep bikes locked in position – and keep the paint chip-free. It’s all built on a rugged hitch-based foundation that can be tilted away, when fully loaded with bikes and without, for fast and easy vehicle access – because after all, those snacks aren’t going to pass themselves. Plus, the MTR’s nesting bike trays make for easy-on, easy-off loading. No more lifting bikes over the rack – simply flip the trays out of the way as needed to get you from parking lot to trailhead in record time. The Saris MTR also available in a 1-Bike version. Product Features - Modular: carries 2 bikes, up to 60 lbs, and can be customized with Add-On to transport up to four bikes. - Pivot away: unique wheel trays pivot and nest for easy loading and compact storage. - Dual-arm holders are compatible with a wide range of tire sizes, and never touch the bike's frame. - Full Tilt: tilting mechanism for easy hatch access. - Complete Integrated Security: locks the rack to the car and the bikes to the rack. - Designed to be used with 2" hitch receivers only. - Tray-style hitch bike rack - Carries 2 bikes, up to 60 lb. each - Customizable to carry more bikes with 1-Bike Add-On and 2-Bike Add-On - No assembly needed - Rack folds up for compact storage when not in use. - Tool-free installation - Rack weight: 55 lb - Adjustable wheel block to accommodate wheel sizes from 20 inches up to 29 inches and tire sizes as wide as 5 inches - Integrated locking cable secures bikes to the rack - Locking hitch pin secures rack to the car - Accommodates wheel bases up to 53 inches - 2" hitch compatible - Constructed from American-made aluminum and steel, and tested to outlive the elements
Expand your Yakima HoldUp hitch rack (sold separately) to carry 4 bikes by adding their HoldUp Plus 2 Add-On Kit. With it, you can haul 4 bikes of any size, from stout BMX bikes to long cruisers and heavy DH bikes with no need for adapters. Side-to-side adjustability ensures a perfect fit and minimizes bike-to-bike interference. This sturdy rack sports heavy cast wheel trays and Yakima's adjustable StrongArm retainers that hold the bikes by the wheels for superior stability and super-quick loading.
Customize Your Hauling Capacity No ride or trail is exactly alike – so why is your rack setup the same no matter what? Put the MTR’s “modular” moniker to use with the 2-bike Add-On. The 2-bike Add-On is made from the same rugged, American-made aluminum and steel, which are tested to outlive the elements. It’s compatible with both 1-bike and 2-bike models and lets you haul more bikes to fit the day’s adventure – and maybe bring some friends along for the ride. Product Features - Bike tray add-on for MTR 1-bike or 2-bike tray-style hitch rack. - Built with American-made aluminum and steel. - Nesting wheel trays speed up bike loading and unloading process. - Wheel trays and dual-arm wheel holders securely transport variety of bikes. - Hauls bikes up to 60 lb if used as first two trays closest to vehicle; or up to 35 lb if used as third or fourth tray. - Bike tray add-on for the MTR platform hitch rack. Compatible with both the 1-bike and 2-bike base. - Carries 2 bikes, up to 60 lb each when used in the first two positions closest to the vehicle. When used in positions furthest from the vehicle, trays can hold bikes up to 35 lb. - Minimal assembly required. - Rack weight: 50 lb. - Adjustable wheel block to accommodate wheel sizes from 20 inches up to 29 inches and tire sizes as wide as 5 inches. - Integrated locking cable secures bikes to the rack. - Hitch compatibility will depend on MTR base unit. - Built and tested to outlive the elements.
Transport your recumbents and save your back, too, with Hollywood's Sport Rider Heavy Duty Recumbent rack that carries up to 2 'bents. Simply set your recumbent into the wheel holders (that are nice and low for easy mounting), then slide the padded universal clamp over the frames to secure them in place. This great rack fits recumbents with up to 74-inch wheelbases and includes small wheel adapters and extra tie downs to keep your rig in place. Plus, the Sport Rider folds up when not in use for easy storage and tilts down so you can access the rear car door. - Hitch Size: 2 inches - Space between bikes: 18 inches - Not to be used on any trailer, fifth wheel, or towed vehicle - Max weight capacity: 45 lbs per bike - Includes a keyed alike locking hitch pin and security cable
This is perfect for the commuter or rider who only needs to carry one bike. It is light at 25lbs, compact, easy to store & easy to use. RockyMounts includes both 1.25" and 2" components in the box, so it will work with either hitch receiver sizes, as well as their anti-wobble locking hitch bolt to keep the rack both tight and secure. The rack includes locks for locking the rack to the car and the bike to the rack with the convenience of one key. It folds flat against the car with a quick release handle and the bike easily loads with our platform wheel trays and ratcheting arms. If you do need to carry a second bike down the road, RockyMounts' MonoRail Add-on can be installed by removing the end cap and attaching with two bolts. It is simple to go back and forth between 1 & 2 bike configurations. Carries kids bike with 20" wheels up to adult 29" wheels up to 48" wheelbase. Carries Fat Bikes up to 5" tires providing enough clearance for RockShox Blutos & the new 197mm rear axles.
The Rack Valet is the first mobile bike rack storage and transportation system. Easily attach your bike rack into either the 1-1/4" or 2" slot on the rack valet and then roll it out to your vehicle. Some bike Racks can weight up to 90 pounds, so save yourself the trouble (and back pain) and roll your rack right out to your car.
RockyMounts employed components from their SplitRail to develop the MonoRail. The MonoRail carries two bikes with an option for a third bike (2-inch model only) for up to three-bike capacity. It holds everything from kids, road, mountain and fat bikes without missing a beat. - 39 lbs assembled weight - Simple 5 minute assembly - Fits bikes 20-inch to 29-inch wheels, road to fat bike tires 5-inch wide and 197mm rear spacing - 13-inch spacing between bikes and 3" side-to-side adjustment provides plenty of room between bikes - Handle located at end of rack for use, stowed and folded away positions - Max weight 60 lbs per bike, 120 lbs per rack - No bike frame contact, hook clamps front wheel - CRMO hitch tube is light weight and corrosion resistant - Included locks, bike to rack, rack to car with same key - Anti-wobble hitch pin keeps the rack solid and secure
The WestSlope is a wallet-friendly, feature-filled and clean platform hitch rack. The frame body is sloped to create a tiered mounting arrangement that eliminates handlebar interference between the bikes. By using a soft-touch wheel hook and a ratcheted swing arm, the WestSlope provides a secure fit with zero frame contact. - Carries 2 bikes, up to 40 lbs each - Tire Width: 19mm road bike tires - 3.0-inch mountain bike tires - Wheel Diameter: 20-inch - 29-inch - Wheelbase: 34-inch - 48-inch - Fits both 1.25-inch and 2-inch hitches with adapter sleeve & anti wobble bolt - Tiered mounting eliminates handlebar interference between bikes - No contact with frame, secures bicycle by front wheel - Folds flat against the vehicle, and tilts down 30 degrees to allow for hatch access - WestSlope Lock Kit sold separately
Whether you’ve invited more friends for an epic ride or can’t decide which rig to take to the trails, the MTR 1-Bike Add-On has you covered. Compatible with both the MTR 1-bike and 2-bike hitch rack, these add-on trays save you the hassle of buying a new rack to haul more bikes. Built with the same robust materials as the MTR rack, these add-on trays are ready to roll out of the box and are the soul of the Modular Tray Rack (MTR) functionality. Product Features - Bike tray add-on for MTR 1-bike or 2-bike tray-style hitch rack. - Built with American-made aluminum and steel. - Nesting wheel trays speed up bike loading and unloading process. - Wheel trays and dual-arm wheel holders securely transport variety of bikes. - Hauls bikes up to 60 lb if used as first two trays closest to vehicle; or up to 35 lb if used as third or fourth tray. - Bike tray add-on for the MTR platform hitch rack. Compatible with both the 1-bike and 2-bike base. - Carries 1 bike, up to 60 lb when used in the first two positions closest to the vehicle. When used in positions furthest from the vehicle, tray can hold a bike up to 35 lb. - Minimal assembly required. - Rack weight: 30 lb. - Adjustable wheel block to accommodate wheel sizes from 20 inches up to 29 inches and tire sizes as wide as 5 inches. - Integrated locking cable secures bikes to the rack. - Hitch compatibility will depend on MTR base unit. - Built and tested to outlive the elements.
The BackStage is the first platform rack that offers full access to the rear of the vehicle. Either empty or with one or two bikes loaded, the rack can be swung to the passenger side for full access to the rear of the car. Perfect for camping, #vanlife, dog owners or anyone that needs full access to the back of the car. RockyMounts tested on RVs, Sprinters, and Chevy Suburbans — the cantilevered arm swings out 41" so it works with all cars and trucks. - Fits tires up to 5.0”, bikes up to 48” wheelbase, wheel diameter 20”-29” - 3” of side-to-side tray adjustment avoids seat to handlebar interference - 13” spacing between bikes allows clearance for all fat bikes, including those with Bluto forks and 197mm rear spacing - 50lb max weight per bike with Add On (150lb max) - No bike frame contact - Compatible with MonoRail Swing and 2” MonoRail - Lifetime warranty
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