Bike Rack Advice
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I had the Thule spare me rack but am changing over to a hitch up right mount soon as I find one in my price range. My tri back has to be worked a certain way to fit and the bikes do hit going down the road
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Two Bike Hitch Mount Bike Rack
I upgraded all the hardware and use a handful of bungee cords. I have been using this about a year quite often and has not given me any issues. I use this for downhill bikes and on multiple times i have had 2 60+LB bikes on it on rough roads. No problems. Sure it isnt the nicest, but no stress on tailgate, can still open back no problem, clears a 35" tire, and gets you're bike from A-B.
I upgraded all the hardware and use a handful of bungee cords. I have been using this about a year quite often and has not given me any issues. I use this for downhill bikes and on multiple times i have had 2 60+LB bikes on it on rough roads. No problems. Sure it isnt the nicest, but no stress on tailgate, can still open back no problem, clears a 35" tire, and gets you're bike from A-B.
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That's what I have too and I leave it on all the time. I put locktite on the carrier bolt to stop it from loosening up and rattling.
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I tried 3 other cheaper ones before finally going out and getting a good one from a bike shop.
Swagman, 4 bike carrier, works great. Usually haul 2 bikes only but once in a while 3. The extra length is great 'just in case'. For BMX or the wife's bike which has an easy entry frame configuration we use a ubar adapter. it fits between and just under the seat and handle bar posts, allows for easier mounting to the rack. Lots of clearance, should take a 35".
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Swagman, 4 bike carrier, works great. Usually haul 2 bikes only but once in a while 3. The extra length is great 'just in case'. For BMX or the wife's bike which has an easy entry frame configuration we use a ubar adapter. it fits between and just under the seat and handle bar posts, allows for easier mounting to the rack. Lots of clearance, should take a 35".
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I have the Thule Spare Me rack and it works great! I haven't had any issues with the bikes hitting or rubbing up against each other though and I've hauled them between California and Arizona - high wind and no wind.