What is Bike Rack ?
BIKE RACKS ARE BICYCLE ACCESSORIES THAT ATTACH TO VEHICLES AND ARE USED FOR TRANSPORTING BIKES
Many people think of a bike rack when they hear the phrase “bike rack”; however, we also make bicycle parking racks (although we make those too). While these can also be considered bike racks, our bike racks attach to vehicles for convenient transportation of your bikes.
It should not be difficult to transport your two-wheeler from home on the road to the trail, or any other place in between. It doesn’t matter if you use it for commuters or leisure, you will eventually have to transport it on your four-wheeled vehicle. There are many questions that remain unanswered. Is your bike rack blocking traffic? Is it likely to fall from your roof? What happens if your trailer hitch bike rack or roof rack isn’t available? This list will help you find the right bike rack for you. Read More
The Different Kinds of Rack
Roof Mount Bike Racks
Depending on the vehicle, there are many options for bike racks. Roof mount bike racks can be attached to your aftermarket or factory crossbars and can carry one or two bikes. There are many styles to choose from, including the Rhino Rack Roof Mount Hybrid Bike Rack which can hold up to two fully assembled bicycles.
Hitch Mount Bike Racks
Hitch mount bike racks are one of the most simple to use. They simply plug into your hitch receiver, and can be loaded immediately. Although they have a history of being distracting and dangerous, modern technology uses soft cradles as well as anti-sway technology to ensure everyone is safe. Many hitch racks offer swingaway technology, so you can still get to your rear hatch.
Most Hitch Bike Racks can be fitted to universal receiver sizes. Some even allow you to transport up 5 bikes with the Thule Apex.
Trunk Mount Bike Racks
Trunk mount bike racks, which are generally the cheapest style, can fit most cars without any modifications. You can have a fun bike ride with the Thule Getaway Tumble Mount Bike Rack. Simply mount it to your trunk and you are good to go.
It is now much easier to set up trunk mounts and they do a better job protecting paint. Many models also have clever folding designs that allow for compact storage when not in use.
Truck Bed Bike Racks
A truck bed rack like the Advantage SportRack Truck Bed Rack will keep your bikes safe and secure if you have a large truck bed. The rack mounts directly into your bed and keeps your bikes safe. You can also opt for an over-the tailgate mat, which provides a comfortable place to rest your good mountain bikes and protects your paint job.
Truck bed bike carriers can transport up to four bikes. This allows you to easily bring a bike for each member in the family. You can also choose a different type of truck bike rack like the Tailgate Bike Rack.
Conclusion
You can also use your trunk space to store your bike carrier. Even if you have only one or two bikes it will be difficult to move everything around in your trunk. If you have multiple bikes, you will find that the trunk space becomes much smaller. It is easier to store all your bikes together when the rack is secured. This will allow you to place your bike in your garage or driveway, making it easy to find them when you need them.
