Swagman Announces Summit Vertical Rack

Mar 6, 2024
by Evan Wishloff  
Introducing the Swagman Summit

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PRESS RELEASE: Swagman Racks

We're thrilled to announce the Swagman Summit, what we believe to be the peak of user-friendly refined vertical racks.

As one of the oldest bike rack manufacturers in North America, we've channeled those three decades of experience with adventure into the Summit, a vertical rack designed to meet the needs of mountain biking and eMTB enthusiasts.

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The Summit is engineered to be heavy-duty and designed for convenience. Capable of supporting up to 60 lb per bike, this vertical rack accommodates a wide range of mountain bikes and e-mountain bikes. Using zero-frame-contact wheel trays, ratchet straps, and stay-saver straps, it guarantees bikes arrive at their destination in pristine condition, no matter how rough the access road!

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The Swagman Summit comes as a 4-bike vertical rack, but can be expanded to carry up to 6 bikes with the optional Add-On Kit.


Carry Bikes, Not Worries

The Summit carries up to 4 bikes with ease, and with the optional Add-On kit, can carry up to 6 with a reduced weight capacity of 45 lb per bike. It is compatible with 24"-29" wheels with tires up to 5" wide. And the best part? Zero-frame contact means your bike stays as pristine as your favourite trails. No more shuttle rub!

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User-Friendly? Heck Yes!

The Summit is more than just another burly bike rack. It tilts down, allowing easy loading/unloading of bikes and access to the rear of your vehicle. When it comes time to hoist it back into position with up to 240 lbs of bikes mounted, the Easy-Assist gas shock helps lift the rack back into position!

We also included an anti-wobble system to keep the rack rock-solid, and added two anchor points for high-security chain and u-lock combos. Finally, when you've finished your day of shuttling the trails, an integrated bottle opener makes sure you'll never be stuck thirsty - as long as you don't forget the bevies!

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Features:

• Zero-frame contact vertical bike rack
• Fits 2" class 3 or higher hitch receivers
• Carries 4 bikes up to 60 lb per bike
• Fits 24"-29" wheels with tires up to 5" wide
• Cam lever allows rack to tilt down
• Integrated Easy-Assist gas shock helps raise the bike rack after tilting
• Stay-Saver straps grab the pedal to prevent pedal and chainstay contact during transport
• Ratchet straps secure front and rear wheels to rack
• Multiple anchor points for locking bikes to rack with 3rd party chain & u-lock combos
• Locking, threaded hitch pin and integrated anti-wobble bolt keep the rack rock solid and stable once installed
• Expandable to carry up to 6 bikes with the Add-On kit (sold separately)
• Telescoping vertical mast reduces the size of the rack for storage
• Two mounting positions on drawbar allow you to customize how far from your vehicle the rack sits
• Integrated bottle opener for apres drinks
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Pricing

The Summit is available online at www.swagman.ca or at your trusted local bike shop. The Summit 4-bike rack has an MSRP of $1099 CDN/$899 USD, and the 2-bike Add-On Kit is available at $334 CDN/$229 USD.
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Ready to elevate your biking adventures? The Swagman Summit is up for grabs online at www.swagman.ca or at your local bike shop.

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65 Comments
  • 52 1
 Anything can be a bottle opener if you believe in yourself.
  • 14 1
 It's true, also how many people bring glass bottles to the trail these days? Feel like cans are much more common. How about a bike rack with a six pack cooler built in.
  • 3 9
flag moutnbiker FL (Mar 7, 2024 at 5:23) (Below Threshold)
 @mtnjamscott: I only bring bottles. Most people I ride with only bring bottles when its their turn to bring the beer. Beer in alu can suck.
  • 2 0
 @moutnbiker: Gotta disagree mate, the crack sound and then a cold tinnie hitting the lips is a 10/10 feeling
  • 2 0
 @tom666: I guess it depends on the beer, i can sometimes taste a bit of Alu in the cans vs the same beer in the bottle. I'm not saying that I would turn down a beer though, even if it was in a can. Post ride beers are awesome!
  • 42 10
 I know this will be an unpopular opinion and I'm ready to be downvoted to the 9th underworld, but why does so much marketing for mountain bike products have to be intrinsically linked with alcohol? Seems like every product release from smaller brands has to have at least one photo that continues the trend that no ride is complete without a beer. I get that this is true for a lot of people, but it isn't true for everyone, and it adds nothing to the promotion of the product. The video got it right, shots of people riding and using the rack. Take the rack and the bikes out of the photos in the article and not much changes, some people went for a drive and cracked a beer.
  • 6 1
 I think from a photography standpoint it creates a certain laid-back feel to showcase the product with the people in a more relaxed position. It's also a vibe that many riders, as you mentioned, can connect and relate to. I work for an outdoor apparel company and we tend to use a lot of lifestyles images with dogs, almost to an absurd degree. Same kinda deal, showcases the product and maybe catches an emotional response.

That being said it does seem to be a bit overkill here, the last few images feel a bit forced/ repetitive. Have an upvote !
  • 4 0
 @Kvision: I kinda agree. There's the whole "post ride trailhead celebratory beer" think in mountain bike and while I certainly do partake sometimes, I know a lot of people who don't, or opt for NA drinks.

That being said. there's only one photo here where you can easily and clearly tell its a beer. the others could be NA beers/cider/sparkling water/kombucha/soda/etc. I think the intent is to show that they rack will not be a pain and be in the way for anything else you need with your truck.
  • 4 0
 I have an old Recon rack. I don't drink, but have actually found the bottle opener it includes to be handy.

Also these look like the old Recon and the new Recon/1-Up rack got merged in a strange way.
  • 17 2
 an integrated bong would really catch my attention
  • 10 4
 I am with you. The same thing exists in fly fishing and it annoys me to no end.

Dear person reading this, don't fall for the marketing. Booze will not enhance your life and you will not get more out of it than you pay for, physically or financially.

The alcohol industry attaches itself to the "outdoor lifestyle" solely to capture your dollars, so just preserve your health and your wallet and say no. Alcohol is a poison that is probably affecting you more than you realize if you are a regular consumer.

Sincerely,

RN who has seen the ugly end of drinking far too many times.
  • 1 0
 @arandomJohn: With a dose of Velocirax gas shocks (with that rack itself a bit of a Recon knock off) thrown in for good measure. Not sure how this adds much to the conversation, but then again, everyone went out and copied from the 1UP tray racks as well.
  • 12 0
 Swagman gotta be so hyped Fezzari’s taking the name discussions this week.
  • 22 0
 Don't you dare speak ill of the SwagDaddy
  • 7 0
 There is 4x wwww on the website link, so it's crashing. Good people behind this brand, and they took the time to release this one, nice work! Would love to see some images of mixed bikes on it (DJ, Gravel, Road with MTB), that's to me the goal of a 6 rack bikes is how well can you bring all the bikes you want to have for a road trip.
  • 1 0
 Does it support other bikes like road/gravel? Other vert racks do not.
  • 3 0
 Great people run this company and they are based in Penticton BC if that matters to you. They are passionate about their products and have amazing customer service. I have their Sitka 2 at the moment and one of their roof rack singles for those days. They have made some great upgrades in materials and finishes over the last couple of years. My next rack will be a Swagman.
  • 1 0
 I meant I have a Skaha 2 Plus. The new finish is more hardwearing and the lock is now built into the arms instead of the pull-out cables that are too easy to cut through. Mine doesn't have a bottle opener so it is not perfect. Actually, I would prefer a blender attachment for a much better post-ride drink than a beer. Maybe that will be the next time around.

www.swagman.ca/collections/hitch-mount-racks/products/skaha-2-plus
  • 5 1
 I know swagman has been around a long time, but I gotta think people assume it's another weird made up brand name for an Amazon seller. SWAGMAN
  • 3 0
 I own a Swagman and I basically assumed that for years. I bought the XTC2 when I started mountain biking, telling myself I'd buy a nice rack if I really got into the sport. A decade later, the thing is still going for occasional use. It's simple, but has worked very well for both local stuff and a few long, cross country adventures.
  • 7 2
 props on understanding your audience with the vintage tacoma
  • 3 0
 "Vintage Tacoma" makes me feel old.
  • 4 1
 Great company with great people - value pricing on their products, I had a great experience with a no questions asked warranty replacement on a swagman rack
  • 4 0
 Someone needs to make a rack that comes with a Widdle Wadder for when its on a TRD Pro
  • 3 0
 Still rocking my rusty $199 4 bike swagman xtc4, can't beat 'em for the price.
  • 2 2
 No weight listed for the rack which is important for tongue weight calcs. At 1099CAD +35 for the heavy weight strut + the cost of the 2 bike extender (not listed), you are up to probably $1400 all said and done. Not cheap but some nice features. the solid ratchet straps are a good choice over bungee or rubber straps that let the bike jump around way more.

North shore racks need a next gen rack that adds a pivot bearing or gas strut and maybe some baskets...fix the rusting issues too....
  • 4 0
 Looks extremely similar to an OG Recon Rack
  • 1 0
 Does anyone know where to get individual wheel baskets? Looking to make a custom DIY solution and only need a couple baskets.
  • 3 0
 Wheel baskets are a PIA in my opinion. Have you looked at these?
loloracks.com/products/diy-bike-rack-carrier-hook

So easy for DIY or in home storage, nice and out of the way, cheaper, lighter, and in my opinion a superior way for storing/carrying bikes.
  • 1 0
 @ppp9911: Those look like a solid option- unfortunately with my setup having to flip your bike around would be a huge pain. I have a kei truck that im trying to setup similar to this guy: www.reddit.com/r/keitruck/comments/v026t7/mtb_rack_for_the_minicab
  • 1 0
 @AlexBroach: small world that is actually my post. Shoot me a DM and I can give more details if you want
  • 1 0
 Not sure where you are from, but these guys in Edmonton have them for sale separately. www.rivercityracks.com/product-page/regular-tire-hoop
  • 1 0
 @ajdthe1st: no way! too funny, your image and the pic of three bikes in a diy bed rack are pretty much the only pics i could find if people hauling bikes in a kei with the wheels on.
  • 1 0
 @Andykmn: thank you! that’s exactly what i was looking for. found these in the meantime (which are cheaper and look a little more legit) jbracks.com/products/wheel-holder
  • 2 0
 @ppp9911: thanks for the props
  • 2 0
 @Lolo-Racks: Just assembled my 6-spot FRP, and thanks for the awesome customer support!
  • 2 1
 Sounds like a great rack and the tacoma in the add really sold the vibe, but can you put the tailgate down on a full-size pickup without interference with the rack?
  • 3 0
 Yes, I had the Summit on my Tundra, when bolted in the outer of the two positions on the drawbar I was able to drop the tailgate without having to tilt the rack. While in the inner position, I have to tilt the rack to drop it!
  • 2 2
 there has to be enough 6 rack options at this point right? fairly niche market and it isnt like these racks are getting replaced frequently
  • 19 2
 This is just MTB consumerism. These photos look like old cigarette ads with people enjoying themselves in proximity to a certain product. "Enjoy the smooth, full flavor of the swagman bike rack, perfect for a day in wide open country"

Just another rack in the milieu of products.
  • 6 1
 @Rexuis-Twin: and it doesn't even have kashima!
  • 3 1
 @Rexuis-Twin: try Lolo Racks. Its just photos of me and my friends faking smiles wishing we were riding
  • 1 0
 @Lolo-Racks: Hey now, they might not even be your real friends.
  • 3 2
 Yes this is cool but why buy it over similar racks that have been tested for years and hold up? And that are cheaper
  • 8 1
 please list the ones with same features that are cheaper -
  • 1 1
 Don't get these painted steel racks. Why not stainless? Wouldn't cost that much more to make and won't rust after 12 months. (And galv just makes your hands dirty).
  • 3 0
 Stainless would cost way more, aside from the higher material cost, the fabrication costs are a lot higher.
  • 4 0
 Stainless is at least double the material costs
  • 1 2
 It’s funny to me a company would copy someone’s design like this. I’ve got the same pictures on my phone from 10 years ago with a recon rack. Can’t blame them for copying the best rack system in the world
  • 1 1
 Vertical racks are the new CNCed stems. Everyone's making on, and they're all basically the same.
  • 2 1
 There are big differences. The old Recon racks hold up. New ones are not nearly as rugged. Velocirax are pretty solid. I have seen Alta racks fail. You want quality if you are loading up 6 or even 7 bikes on one of these.
  • 1 0
 @arandomJohn: I've got an OG 6x Recon. The pivot is getting a little wobbly and the paint has pealed on parts of the baskets. I'm hoping the the retaining ring on the pivot doesn't fail catastrophically...
  • 1 0
 For me and all five of my friends. Lol.
  • 1 1
 $1000 rack, people in $1k outfit with $5k bikes and old takoma? There was no car rental around for those photos?
  • 3 0
 it must be upsetting to see people with their priorities straight, but you'll be okay
  • 1 1
 Just crack open those beers and leave the bottle caps on the ground. SWAGMAN
  • 3 5
 Personally I like my Lolorack more because the bikes hang by the bars instead of the wheels. We also use it to hang the bikes on in the garage in the winter.
  • 3 0
 I use the Lolo hooks off the ladder on my van. Coming from a Recon, I thought I'd hate loading it, but it's really not a big deal, and it sure makes for a smaller footprint. Plus it keeps me from being stupid and buying a carbon handlebar.
  • 1 1
 Lolo lack almost impossible to lift /lower when 6 bikes loaded, other then that i like their design as mor compared and light.

For me major selling point on vertical racks is pivot, and how safety u can lower/rise , then basket type.

Owner of velociraxx
  • 4 0
 @nickmalysh: they got the best swingout and foot pedal kit now
  • 1 0
 
  • 1 0
 @fastback570: maybe, however at the moment of purchase they have not
  • 1 0
 I like idea of lolo and would consider their product as a next rack, just sharing my experience from few years back
  • 2 1
 cool tacomas
  • 2 2
 Looks like a Recon expect not American made







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