FAQ/Patents
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Current Shipping and Payment Questions
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2023
We are currently focusing on meeting demand for the hitch model, but we will keep you posted on other product developments via our emails, blog posts, Facebook, and Instagram.
UPDATED NOVEMBER 2024
The Quik Rack Mach2 does not fit into a 2.5′ or 3″ receiver. We are in the process of designing and testing adapters and will eventually sell them on our website.
In the meantime, you may choose use a third-party product, but know that doing so will void the warranty on the rack. The reason is because our rack has not been tested with any products from other companies.
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2023
Not as of now. This is something that we hope to create and market in the future (along with many other things!).
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2023
We are researching a lighting solution for the rack and the license plate.
At this time, it is not a high priority compared to other customer wants and needs, but we will be addressing it.
Specs and Fitment Questions
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2023
We are currently focusing on meeting demand for the hitch model, but we will keep you posted on other product developments via our emails, blog posts, Facebook, and Instagram.
UPDATED NOVEMBER 2024
The Quik Rack Mach2 does not fit into a 2.5′ or 3″ receiver. We are in the process of designing and testing adapters and will eventually sell them on our website.
In the meantime, you may choose use a third-party product, but know that doing so will void the warranty on the rack. The reason is because our rack has not been tested with any products from other companies.
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2023
Not as of now. This is something that we hope to create and market in the future (along with many other things!).
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2023
We are researching a lighting solution for the rack and the license plate.
At this time, it is not a high priority compared to other customer wants and needs, but we will be addressing it.
Features
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2023
We are currently focusing on meeting demand for the hitch model, but we will keep you posted on other product developments via our emails, blog posts, Facebook, and Instagram.
UPDATED NOVEMBER 2024
The Quik Rack Mach2 does not fit into a 2.5′ or 3″ receiver. We are in the process of designing and testing adapters and will eventually sell them on our website.
In the meantime, you may choose use a third-party product, but know that doing so will void the warranty on the rack. The reason is because our rack has not been tested with any products from other companies.
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2023
Not as of now. This is something that we hope to create and market in the future (along with many other things!).
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2023
We are researching a lighting solution for the rack and the license plate.
At this time, it is not a high priority compared to other customer wants and needs, but we will be addressing it.
General Quik-Rack Questions
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2023
We are currently focusing on meeting demand for the hitch model, but we will keep you posted on other product developments via our emails, blog posts, Facebook, and Instagram.
UPDATED NOVEMBER 2024
The Quik Rack Mach2 does not fit into a 2.5′ or 3″ receiver. We are in the process of designing and testing adapters and will eventually sell them on our website.
In the meantime, you may choose use a third-party product, but know that doing so will void the warranty on the rack. The reason is because our rack has not been tested with any products from other companies.
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2023
Not as of now. This is something that we hope to create and market in the future (along with many other things!).
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2023
We are researching a lighting solution for the rack and the license plate.
At this time, it is not a high priority compared to other customer wants and needs, but we will be addressing it.
Usage and Troubleshooting
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2023
We are currently focusing on meeting demand for the hitch model, but we will keep you posted on other product developments via our emails, blog posts, Facebook, and Instagram.
UPDATED NOVEMBER 2024
The Quik Rack Mach2 does not fit into a 2.5′ or 3″ receiver. We are in the process of designing and testing adapters and will eventually sell them on our website.
In the meantime, you may choose use a third-party product, but know that doing so will void the warranty on the rack. The reason is because our rack has not been tested with any products from other companies.
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2023
Not as of now. This is something that we hope to create and market in the future (along with many other things!).
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2023
We are researching a lighting solution for the rack and the license plate.
At this time, it is not a high priority compared to other customer wants and needs, but we will be addressing it.
Future Plans Questions
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2023
We are currently focusing on meeting demand for the hitch model, but we will keep you posted on other product developments via our emails, blog posts, Facebook, and Instagram.
UPDATED NOVEMBER 2024
The Quik Rack Mach2 does not fit into a 2.5′ or 3″ receiver. We are in the process of designing and testing adapters and will eventually sell them on our website.
In the meantime, you may choose use a third-party product, but know that doing so will void the warranty on the rack. The reason is because our rack has not been tested with any products from other companies.
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2023
Not as of now. This is something that we hope to create and market in the future (along with many other things!).
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2023
We are researching a lighting solution for the rack and the license plate.
At this time, it is not a high priority compared to other customer wants and needs, but we will be addressing it.
Current Patents
Quik Rack Mach2 founder/designer Cal M. Phillips owns these 14 patents covering the new Quik Rack Mach2 design:
Canada Patent 2956005: Carrier for a two-wheeled vehicle
U.S. Patent 9902222: Captive pin apparatus for retention of a drawbar in a trailer hitch receiver
U.S. Patent 9956922: Carrier for a two-wheeled vehicle
U.S. Patent 10005329: Captive pin apparatus for retention of a drawbar in a trailer hitch receiver (continuation in part)
U.S. Patent 10011237: Bike carrier pivot mechanism division patent
U.S. Patent 10059276: Carrier for a two-wheeled vehicle
U.S. Patent 10065568: Bike carrier tray assembly with automatic tray position lock
U.S. Patent 10071695: Sliding pawl on a ratchet bar
U.S. Patent 10086769: Bike carrier tray assembly with automatic tray position lock
U.S. Patent 10099525: Trailer hitch draw-bar tightening mechanism
U.S. Patent 10106100: Secure latch for coupled assemblies
U.S. Patent 10124740: Bike carrier with automatic tray position lock
U.S. Patent 10150424: Adjustable retention arm for a bike carrier
U.S. Patent 10167887: Beam joining apparatus with bolt and threaded wedge
Also:
U.S. Patent 5833074: Fast-loading, protective bicycle rack (Patent for the original Quik-Rack) **Now expired**
U.S. Patent 6620081: Exercise stand and centrifugal resistance unit for a bicycle. **Notice of infringement filed**
Cal Phillips has 19 other patents that cover bicycle-related products.
