About Us
Our Story
For the past three years, we've been on a journey to revolutionize the way you transport your outdoor gear with PivotRacks. Fueled by a passion for engineering, adventure, and a desire to make life easier, PivotRacks is the creation of a dedicated team of engineers. With Mike at the helm, a lifelong handyman and outdoor enthusiast, John's design magic (a CAD wizard and avid mountain biker), and Graham, Mike's son who inherits his father's passion for innovation and the outdoors, the PivotRacks team is ready to change the world of roof racks.
We can all relate to the struggle of loading gear onto a car roof. It's an awkward ballet of lifting, precarious balancing, and jammed fingers reaching for a rack you can barely touch. To top it all off, you risk ruining your seats with mud-caked shoes just to gain a few precious inches. Even Mike's partner, Robyn, swore off putting anything on her roof because it’s simply too hard to do. Never mind frequently asking for help when loading objects that are just too heavy and awkward to secure safely. After struggling for the last 30 years, Mike finally created a way to make the roof of your car accessible with two feet on the ground.
With a patent secured and initial prototypes in hand, Mike initially envisioned selling the design to a larger rack company. However, we couldn't bear to see our hard work relegated to a mere acquisition. Recognizing the potential of ecommerce and driven by our shared determination, we pivoted. (See what we did there?) Together, we embarked on a mission to bring PivotRacks directly to you, the adventurous souls who deserve a hassle-free way to transport your gear.
Today, PivotRacks stands as a testament to our collective dedication to simplicity, accessibility, and innovation. While we continue to learn and grow, our commitment remains unwavering - to provide you with a solution that streamlines your outdoor adventures, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: the journey ahead.
Join us as we redefine convenience in outdoor gear transportation. Welcome to PivotRacks - where every adventure begins with ease.
From Our Garage....
Started in our garage in the small town of Merrimac, Massachusetts.
... To Your Car
We are eager to perfect the best accessible roof rack out there!
Who We Are
At PivotRacks, we're a team of outdoor enthusiasts committed to making adventure accessible to all. Our passion for nature drives us to create innovative solutions that simplify gear transportation, so you can spend less time struggling and more time enjoying the outdoors. We wish to eliminate the hassle of transporting your gear as a barrier to your next adventure. Join us in our mission to connect people with nature and make outdoor activities hassle-free and unforgettable.