Interesting idea! Do you thread them through the slot at the top of the plate only? Or cut some new holes?Hose clamps
I have the Thule T2 Pro XT Hitch Carrier which works great in terms of mounting bikes, lifting, lowering and storing (I haven't used the +2 add on though).... but is pricey - the 2+2 option will set you back around $1.5k.. The classic version is slightly cheaper though.In the market for a new bike carrier. 50mm square hitch so that both the ute and the Kluger can use it. Requirements:
What is there in this sort of range? The ISI/Grip hoop racks often don't fit kids bikes, nor do the vertical racks well. The platform style fit the kids bikes but have a terrible footprint.
- 4 bikes, preferably in a 2+2 configuration but 4 permanent is ok
- Fold down to access tailgate
- Minimal footprint when not in use (i.e. fold up)
- Adjustable size from 16" kids bikes through to the 29er
Yeah, all of these options are $1200-1800ish. Big range but buy once.I have the Thule T2 Pro XT Hitch Carrier which works great in terms of mounting bikes, lifting, lowering and storing (I haven't used the +2 add on though).... but is pricey - the 2+2 option will set you back around $1.5k.. The classic version is slightly cheaper though.
I had a towbar and two bike rack on the Clio Towbars for this size of car are not that much different and take the weight of a rack and two mountain bikes just fine.I have a towbar rack, but no towbar. Should I get a towbar or go for a roof rack setup on a Fiesta? Its 1.7 metres wide.
It's amazing how life changes when you've got a bit of spare change. It wasn't long ago when we bouht along our own roof carriers and fit 4 bicycles on a little holden barina with 4 fully grown blokes heading for buller. Did the same with snow gear on a 2 door honda civic (guy had a car pass and we were tight asses ok).Contrary to popular opinion, you don't need a giant fucking 4WD to carry bikes around...
Become a ClubMud member for about $30 and save 10% on a Single Trail.Yeah, all of these options are $1200-1800ish. Big range but buy once.
Single Trail x6 : $1879
Thule T2: $849+499
ISI: $1250
Gripsport: $1200
Decent carrier, sure. $WD, no not really but whatever floats your boat. The Clio/Fiesta (or even the Alfa) is a better two person and their bikes and gear car. More people just requires a bigger car, not a 4WD.It's amazing how life changes when you've got a bit of spare change. It wasn't long ago when we bouht along our own roof carriers and fit 4 bicycles on a little holden barina with 4 fully grown blokes heading for buller. Did the same with snow gear on a 2 door honda civic (guy had a car pass and we were tight asses ok).
Nowadays won't bat an eyelid for $700 for a decent carrier because it does something a bit better of saves a few minutes setting it up in the morning. When I was searching I soon figured out that it was easier to just spend an extra 15 minutes walking around lysterfield carpark to see what everyone else had and get real life experience how they load and unload their bikes and the pros and cons of each.
Sorry, who asserted you need a big four-wheel-drive? Is it to carry the chip on your shoulder? In that case, you may.Decent carrier, sure. $WD, no not really but whatever floats your boat. The Clio/Fiesta (or even the Alfa) is a better two person and their bikes and gear car. More people just requires a bigger car, not a 4WD.