MeanDorris
Member Since: 12 Apr 2010
Location: Herts
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Sorry, there seems to be a fair bit of info on here regards these subjects but I'm a bit of a novice in this area and have got a tad confused.
I'm looking for a bike rack that is easy to mount/dismount and can take 4 bikes, would prefer it to fold up when against the rear when not in use.
First question:
Do I need a tow bar and a rack that fits to one or are there solutions that don't require a tow bar (for rear mounting, I'm not keen on the roof mounting idea).
If I need to retrofit a tow bar what do I need to get and how easy to fit?
What bike rack should I go for?
Thanks and apologies for my ignorance!
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 10th Jun 2010 12:53 pm |
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wilsonmg
Member Since: 16 Apr 2008
Location: Wigan
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for four bikes, then I would say you need a tow ball rack (I have the LR detachable tow bar). I use a THULE and it is a solid as a rock, takes about 5 mins to attach.
as for getting a tow bar... look on ebay for a 'detachable' LR towbar... there are always loads on there for sale (£120 -£250)... you take the red cap out of the rear and hey presto... to bar fitted in under a minute  Still miss my D3 
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| 10th Jun 2010 4:22 pm |
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MeanDorris
Member Since: 12 Apr 2010
Location: Herts
Posts: 132
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Thanks for the reply, I'll take a look. 
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| 11th Jun 2010 7:08 pm |
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wiggs
Member Since: 03 Sep 2006
Location: Manchester
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Take a peek at Bak-Rak ..they do some interesting products
http://www.bak-rak.com/bikestuff.htm
I have the basic rack ..great product and 1001 uses ...i also have the vice mount G4 Gone ...but not forgotten
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| 11th Jun 2010 7:12 pm |
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