Thule 516 Prologue Fork Mount Rooftop Bike Carrier
Product Description
,Allen 102S Premium 2-Bike Trunk Mount Rack,Swagman XC Cross-Country 2-Bike Hitch Mount Rack,Allen Deluxe 4-Bike Hitch Mount Rack,Allen Deluxe 3-Bike Hitch Mount Rack, Tote your ride to and from the trailhead without breaking the bank thanks to the Thule Prologue Bike Mount. This fork-mounting rack features a super-secure, dual-lock mechanism that locks both the bike to the carrier and the carrier to your rack. The sleek design enhances aerodynamics, and the Prologue works with all disc and suspension combinations with a standard 9mm axle.Product Features
- Bike Capacity: 1
- Compatibility: square bars, round bars
- Locks Included: no
- Recommended Use: road trips, driving to the trail
- Manufacturer Warranty: lifetime
Swagman 64600 2″ Sleev 3 Bike Fold Down Hitch Rack
Product Description
,Hollywood Racks E3 Express 3-Bike Trunk Mount Rack,Allen Premium 5-Bike Hitch Mount Rack,Swagman XTC Cross-Country 2-Bike Hitch Mount Rack,Allen Deluxe 5-Bike Hitch Mount Rack,#805 "Bones 2" Bicycle Trunk Rack This Swagman 3-bike towing rack can carry up to 3 bikes while towing a personal watercraft, boat or trailer. Capacity: Up to 3 bikes, Mounting Type: Receiver mount, Compatible With: Towing bar, Dimensions L x H (in.): 40 x 17
Yakima BigHorn 4 Bike Rack
Product Description
,Thule Doubletrack 2 Bike Hitch Carrier,Saris Bones 801 3-Bike Trunk Mount Rack,Thule 480 Fit Kit Clips- Set of 4,Thule 912XT Roadway 2 Bike Hitch Carrier,Hollywood Racks SR1 Spare Tire Rack 2-Bike Spare T The Yakima BigHorn 4 is an easy-to-use, sturdy four-bike hitch mounting rack. The mast folds down conveniently when free of bikes for vehicle access. The BigHorn 4 carries almost all bikes without needing top-tube adaptors. The SwitchBlade anti-sway bike cradles keep your bikes scratch free until you inflict your own damage on the ride. The BigHorn 4 holds up to 4 bikes, and fits a 2" receiver hitch. Optional accessories include the DeadLock System, 1 1/4" adapter, QuickHitch, and PowderHorn ski and snowboard rack.Product Features
- Country of origin: Mexico
This review is from: Yakima BigHorn 4 Bike Rack (Misc.)
I am very pleased with Yakima for creating this rack. We downgraded cars which forced us to have a 1.25" hitch instead of an earlier 2" hitch. Our previous four bike rack was from Reese, which worked very well but was heavy and over built.
Yakima BigHorn 4 is lighter yet very strong. It is the perfect size while supporting four bikes. The assembly instructions were clear. The parts and box were nicely thought out. The bike mounting and straps are as good as any I used. There was not a large selection of four bike hitch racks for 1.25" and I was please Yakima still supported this need. It appears this rack is identical between the 1.25" and 2" hitches with only one part change. Well thought out design.
The only negative and the reason I didn't give it 5 stars relates to a plastic guide when lowering the rack. This plastic guide can pop off and needs to be pushed into placed when lifting the rack in the upright position. I don't anticipate lowering it often and with care it functions fine, but you do need to keep this in mind.
Do note that for 1.25" hitches, you do get more side to side sway compared to a 2" hitch but it is acceptable and the Yakima design is plenty strong enough.
Inno Locking Fork-Mount Rooftop Bike Rack
Product Description
,Kuat 2 Bike NV Rack,Thule 910XT Passage 2 Bike Trunk Mount Carrier,500 lb Heavy Duty Motorcycle Dirt Bike Scooter Car,Thule Raceway 3 Bike Mount,Allen 2 Bike Carrier Hitch Easily carry your bike to the trail or campsite with the Inno fork-mount locking roof rack. 
The rack fits tires as wide as 2.7 inches. The rack is equipped with an oversized quick-release lever that makes it easy to load and secure your bike every time. Once loaded, the anodized aluminum tray stores the bike's back wheel in the tire holder (which fits tires as wide as 2.7 inches) while holding the front fork in place. The rack is secure, tough, and simple to install, with a design that fits square, round, and most factory crossbars. Compatible with disc brakes, the fork-mount rack even comes with a key and locking system, so you can keep your bike safe on long road trips while you're in a store or restaurant.
About Inno Advanced Car Racks A division of Car Mate USA, Inno has been designing and manufacturing innovative and technologically advanced car racks for more than 30 years. Car Mate was founded in 1966 by Takaaki Murata, the inventor of the car seat headrest, and is today the largest manufacturer of automotive accessories in Japan. The company launched Inno 10 years later, eventually capturing a near-60 percent share of the Japanese car rack market before entering the U.S. market in 2003. Offering lasting appeal to "weekend warriors" everywhere, Inno racks are tested in the most vigorous conditions imaginable, including in the lab with UV-ray and salt spray exposure and on high-speed race tracks. Inno is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
This review is from: Inno Locking Fork-Mount Rooftop Bike Rack (Misc.)
We bought this rack as our 2nd set for our Land Rover LR3 with factory crossbars. Our first one is a hitch mount and we can't use it when we are towing PLUS I want to be able to easily install on my other car's Thule crossbars.
Pros:
- excellent fit on a variety of bikes/forks. Four fork types, four secure bikes.
- mount clips are metal so the racks are on the crossbars tight and sturdy
- locks are included. One lock secures rack to car and bike to rack--brilliant! Also, all 4 racks were keyed identical right out of the box so 1key fits all 4. Don't know if this was a lucky coincidence or a manufacturer oversight (are ALL racks in the same model keyed the same?)
- no noticeable whistling/rack noise without a fairing
Cons:
- installation takes a while--mostly due to the front mount fit configuration.
Overall, this is a high quality and great functioning roof mount rack. It is highly versatile and accomodates all types of crossbars (round, square, aero/elliptical), bike forks and tires. Personally, I was looking for all that AND an easy on/off mounting experience. Because of this last point, I'm giving it 4 instead of 5 stars.
I will be returning these to try the Rocky Mounts Tierod rack. Based on reading other's reviews on this site and watching an installation video, it seems like the Tierods will meet both of my requirements.
However, if you plan on keeping your rack on your car/SUV most of the time and want a fork mount roof rack, I would highly recommend this Inno rack. I did a lot of research and this rack is a better value than both the Yakima and Thule equivalent racks.
Swagman Mighty Rack
Product Description
,Hollywood Racks F4 Heavy Duty 4-Bike Trunk Mount R,Highland 1042000 Hitch Mounted Cargo Carrier,Swagman XC-4 Cross-Country 4-Bike Hitch Mount Rack,Thule Passage 3 Bike Strap Rack w/Cradles,Thule 9001 Raceway Rear Mounted Bike Rack The Around the Spare, Mighty Rack from Swagman makes it possible to transport up to two bikes on the back of your RV even if you already have a spare tire mounted to the bumper. The rack mounts to 4 to 4.5-inch square RV bumpers and wraps around the spare tire so that you can mount your bikes to the rear end of the vehicle. The rack features rugged steel construction and offers a weight capacity of 30 pounds per bike.
The Around the Spare Mighty Rack mounts to the bumper and fits around the spare wheel.
This review is from: Swagman Mighty Rack - Around the Spare (Sports)
Poor quality-not sturdy connection to bumper. If you have bikes with a thick frame you won't be able to get the hooks around the frame. The supplied tie down straps are too smooth and loosen with vibration. Supplied foam padding tears upon first loading. Even with a straight bar purchased seperately you cannot get them on with out stratching our brand new bikes. The bikes sit too close together and they rub against each other and scratch more while transporting them. Even with bungy cords it doesn't work. When I called the manufacturer to ask if there were any other cradles or hooks I could purchase to modify the rack-she said what do you want for a cheap rack! You should have bought a more expensive one-so much for $85. Don't buy it!!!!!!!!
Saris Bike Porter Trunk Bike Rack
Product Description
,Yakima Hold Up Bike Rack w/ Lock Cable,Rhode Gear Highway 2 Bike Rack,Saris Sentinel 2-Bike Trunk Mount Rack,Thule 594XT Sidearm Roof Mount Bike Rack,Heininger Automotive 2025 Advantage SportsRack Bed The Porter Trunk Bike Rack is designed to fit almost any car and carry up to two bikes securely--at a budget friendly price-point. The Bike Porter's EasyAttach fit system features an intuitive two-position design for easier installation and is equipped with high-density foam mounts at all contact points to protect the finish on your vehicle. The rack is durably constructed with an all-steel frame and is designed to fit a large variety of bike frame sizes and types. Essential features include ratcheting anti-sway straps that hold your bikes securely and keep the frames from rubbing against each other, as well as grooved rubber cradles that separate the bike's shift and brake cables from the bike frame, preventing any en route damage to the bike's vital systems. When you're not using the Bike Porter, it folds down and stores out of the way with a single adjustment. The Bike Porter Trunk Rack is built in Madison, Wisconsin and carries a limited lifetime warranty.
The Porter Trunk Rack attaches securely to a variety of vehicles from hatchbacks and SUVs to sedans.
Graber 1060S Spare Tire Rack 2-Bike
Product Description
,Yakima DoubleDown 4 Bike Rack,Thule 9003 Raceway Platform 2 Bike Carrier,SportRack A90275 Aero XL Roof Box,Thule Traverse Foot Pack,Thule 2 Bike Platform Hitch Rack Saris offers an easy way to carry up to 2 bikes on the spare tire when there is no solid place to mount a roof rack.
- Remove tire cover when using rack
- Remove tire cover when using rack
- Mounts on spare tire up to 12' wheel width
- Holds 2 bikes
Item SpecificationsShip Weight12lbsNumber of Bikes2
Allen 103S Premium 3-Bike Trunk Mount Rack
Product Description
,li>Thule 971XT Helium 3 Bike Hitch Carrier,Yakima Fork Lift Bike Carrier,Yakima Sparetime Spare Tire Mount Bike Rack,Yakima DoubleDown 2-Bike Hitch Mount Rack,Hollywood Racks HR8000 Traveler 4-Bike Hitch Mount Product Description The Allen 103S Premium trunk-mounted, 3-bike carrier snaps easily into place right out of the box and can be folded away with one hand. Featuring 15-inch long carry arms, it also offers added internal clearance to fit most sedans, hatchbacks, minivans, SUVs, and vehicles with rear-mounted deck spoilers. A patented dual compound tie-down cradle system individually secures and protects your bicycles. It comes fully assembled, and it's backed by a lifetime warranty on workmanship and material defects.
About Allen Bike Racks In 1967, after a few years of working on the aerospace technology for the Apollo missions, Dick Allen was out of a job. Government cutbacks led Allen, a Harvard-trained physicist, to transform his garage hobby into a new industry. A cycling enthusiast, inventor, and family man, Allen had a personal need for a bike-carrying device. On weekends, he would take his sons and wife to Cape Cod or the White Mountains of New Hampshire. What proved difficult time and again was the transport of his family’s bicycles. Rather than fight through inconvenience with twine and a dinged car, Allen sought an answer for himself as well as a market in which he foresaw major growth possibilities.
Always a pathfinder, Allen took to work in his Lincoln, Massachusetts garage in search of a more efficient way to transport bikes. Drafting designs during the day and constructing them throughout the night, he put together a model made of electrical conduit, metal strapping, and fire hose casings (for padding). At first, the Allens tested the prototype on weekend excursions. Finding the first trunk-mounted rack to be a success, Dick started Allen Bike Racks. Dealer acceptance came quickly, and by 1971 Allen Bike Racks were sold nationally through a number of major bicycle distributors. Today, the company owns over three dozen patents and offers a versatile product line of bike racks while Dick’s son Alex now owns and operates the business. What started out as a small garage run operation now operates three warehouses nationally, two factories abroad, and has products sold in more than a dozen countries around the world.
This review is from: Allen 103S Premium 3-Bike Trunk Mount Rack (Sports)
This product was exactly what I wanted and more. I've had no problems whatsoever. It is extremely easy to set up, even for a girl like me. I keep my bike rack in the trunk. It folds and unfolds easily. I have a Mazda Protege hatchback and yes, the bottom rubberized bar of the bike rack does rest on my license plate and cover it up, but so what. Even if it didn't the bikes would be in the way and the cops wouldn't be able to see my plate anyway.
I would like to address some gripes other users had. Some said it was hard to put a girls bike on it and they had to buy some bar to make it like a guys bike. I have put two different types of girls bikes on this rack with no problem. You see, the strap rests where you set the bike turn. If you need it at an angle for a female bike, turn it at an angle. It's very easy. Also, some have complained of the slack of the straps and that they hang down too far. I use these and tie them through the bike wheels. That way my wheels don't turn while I'm driving. This bike rack also hasn't scratched my car nor the bikes on it. Really, if you have any sense this rack shouldn't cause you a problem.
I have driven long distances with multiple bikes on my rack. If I drive over pot holes the bikes do bounce around and cause me a little scare, but they have never come close to falling off or loosening on the rack. It's only my paranoia that gives me jitters, not an actual experience with them coming off. If you are parked in a shady area with your bikes on the rack, please secure them one way or another because they can be tempting for a thief.
I would recommend this bike rack to everyone.
Thule 970XT Helium 2 Bike Hitch Carrier
Product Description
,SportRack A30901 2EZ Hitch Platform 2 Bike Rack,Thule Parkway Hitch Bike Carrier - 4 Bike,Yakima Super Joe 2 Bike Mount,Allen Ultra Compact Folding 2-Bike Carrier,Hoover Enhanced Clean Disinfecting Canister Steam Product Description
The Thule 970XT Helium 2-Bike Hitch Carrier is a hitch carrier capable of supporting and transporting up to two bicycles weighing up to 35 lbs each conveniently at the rear of your vehicle using your trailer hitch receiver. It is tailor-made for small vehicles with limited towing capacity, as well as young cycling families with limited space and those that may be new to bike carriers and/or inexperienced with more elaborate installations of them.
Full-featured 2-Bike carrier functionality via your hitch receiver. View larger. 
Hitch Switch folds arms up when not in use or tilts carrier away from vehicle for access to hatchbacks View larger. 
Retractable locking cable secures bikes to carrier, with an additional lock securing carrier to vehicle. View larger. Ultra-light but Heavy on Features
Designed with compatibility in mind, the Helium 2-Bike Hitch Carrier works with either 1¼ inch, or 2 inch hitch receivers by means of an included adapter. It is also incredibly strong, stable and full featured, as seen in its varied standard components, including: top-of-the-line T3 cradles set along the carrier arms for holding bikes in place for maximum frame protection and stability, patented No-Sway Cage technology that, working together with the cradles, dramatically reduces the chance of bike-to-bike and/or bike-to-vehicle contact that could result in scratches, an integrated locking cable that secures bikes to the carrier and lock functionality that can be installed in the ergonomic lock knob that secures the hitch to the hitch receiver.
In addition, by way of its easy-to-use Hitch Switch lever, the Helium 2-Bike Hitch Carrier has the ability to fold its carrier arms down at the push of a button when not in use and even tilt the carrier away from vehicle allowing for trunk, hatch or tailgate access (bikes must be removed first). This means that you can get to every corner of your vehicle when you want to and makes it unnecessary to remove the unloaded carrier in order to perform everyday driving tasks like parking. Also impressive though is that the unit's aluminum based body makes it just half the weight of traditional hitch mounted bike carriers. This along with its virtually tool-free assembly make its installation a breeze and removal just as fast when need be.
Key Features
- Carries up to 2 bikes
- Ultra-light aluminum construction for easy handling, installation and removal
- No-tool installation � simply load into hitch and tighten receiver knob
- Narrow cradle arms hold a wider range of bike frames including smaller child frames
- T3 Cradles hold bikes in place for maximum frame protection and stability
- Patented No-Sway Cage prevents bike-to-bike contact
- Hitch Switch folds arms down when not in use and tilts carrier away from vehicle for trunk, hatch or tailgate access
- Integrated locking cable that stores conveniently in hitch rack and Snug-Tite Receiver Lock (#STL2) are included
- Hitch adapter included to accommodate 1¼ inch or 2 inch receivers with one product
Specifications
- Load Capacity - 2 bikes
- Fits 1¼ inch Hitch Receivers - Yes
- Fits 2 inch Hitch Receivers - 1
- One-Key System Compatible - Yes
- Fits Most Bikes with Disc Brakes - Yes
- For Tandem Bikes - No
What's in the Box
1-Thule Helium 2-Bike Hitch Rack, 2-lock cylinders with keys, all necessary straps and mounting hardware, and instruction guide and warranty information.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Thule will warranty all Thule brand car rack systems and its accessories manufactured by Thule during the time that an original retail purchaser owns the product. This warranty terminates if a purchaser transfers the product to any other person. No warranty is given for defects caused by normal wear and tear, cosmetic rust, scratches, accidents, unlawful vehicle operation, or modification of, or any types of repair of a load carrier system other than those authorized by Thule.
About Thule
Thule was founded in 1942 by the Thulin family, when Eric Thulin, a true lover of the outdoors, put the Thule name on a pike trap he designed and began to sell in Scandinavia. It wasn't long before he added other practical items to the company's portfolio. By the 1960s, the company began to concentrate on car-related products, including its first roof rack. The Thulin family sold Thule to the publicly listed company Eldon in 1979, and it has continued to grow both organically and through acquisitions ever since. The Thule Group is a world leader in providing transport solutions for an active life.
This review is from: Thule 970XT Helium 2 Bike Hitch Carrier (Sports)
I purchased Thule Helium 970 in July of 2009. I like the bike carrier because it is light and very convenient for every day use.
I just unsure about the rack anti - theft protection. You can't lock the receiver pin like on previous Thule models. And in locked position the Thule Stinger Swinger hitch knob will spin freely but you could easy release the hitch rotating the tighten bolt using a fine plumbing pliers at the open bolt space next to the knob.
I think the stinger assembly needs better anti - theft protection or Thule should design a lockable receiver pin for the model.
Thule 918XTR 2 Bike Add-On Hitch Rack
Product Description
,Thule 958 Parkway 2-Bike Hitch Mount Rack,Rhode Gear Super Shuttle 2 Bike Rack,Yakima DoubleDown 5 Bike Rack,Thule Insta-Gator Truck Mount,Thule 914XT Roadway 4 Bike Hitch Carrier
The Thule 918XTR T2 2-Inch Receiver 2-Bike Add-on Hitch Rack is an add-on accessory designed to extend the carrying capacity of an existing Thule 916XTR T2 2-bike hitch carrier to four bikes by slipping onto the backbone assembly of the 916XTR T2. This add-on is an update of the 916XT T2 add-on release. It contains improved bike to carrier cable locking abilities and maintains all the functionality of the 916XTR T2 carrier including: quick-loading bike trays, SecureHook ratcheting support arms, tilt down functionality for rear vehicle access and the ability to fold up towards the vehicle when not loaded.
Extend the capacity of your Thule 916XTR T2 2-bike hitch rack to 4-bikes. View larger. Extend the Functionality of Your Thule 916XTR T2 Hitch Rack
Although the ability to carry two bikes is good - four bikes is sometimes simply better, and better yet is the ability to choose between one or the other in a single rack configuration, depending on the number of bikes on hand. This is just what the Thule 918XTR provides. Perfect for growing families and/or ride coordinators who have a varying number or companions from ride to ride, the Thule 918XTR T2 2-Inch Receiver 2-Bike Add-on Hitch Rack is designed for cyclists/drivers who already own and enjoy the functionality of their Thule 916XTR T2 2-Bike Platform Hitch Rack, but want to extend their carrying capacity to four bikes.
The same functionality as the 916XTR T2 including SecureHook support arms, Hitch Switch folding forward and more. View larger. 
Improved locking functionality over earlier hitch mount rack modular add-ons that now includes cable lock for each bike. View larger.
The thule 918XTR is a seamless add-on, allowing for all the functionality of the base Thule 916XTR T2 hitch rack. This includes: quick-loading bike trays; SecureHook ratcheting technology that secures bikes to trays via independent heavy-duty foldable support arms that clamp down on front wheels; adjustable rear wheel straps that hold the rear of bikes to the tray; tilt down functionality -- even when loaded -- for rear vehicle access; and the ability to fold up all four bike trays towards the vehicle when not loaded.
Easy Modular Installation
The 918XTR T2's modular design ensures easy installation and removal as the number of riders changes. To install simply insert the 2-inch backbone add-on assembly of the 918XTR T2 inline with that of your existing and installed 916XTR T2 rack, and tighten. (The 918XTR T2 is only compatible with the 2-inch hitch configuration of the Thule 916XTR T2 carrier.) The longer platform created allows for the mounting of the two bike tray assemblies -- each with independent SecureHook support arms -- that are provided. Only minimal tools and measuring equipment are required for spacing and installation of trays. Once this has been done, owners can also utilize the retractable locks that attach bikes to the ratcheting heads of the SecureHook support arms, to provide protection against bike theft when away from your loaded vehicle. This is a significant security upgrade from the earlier 918XT T2 model.
Key Features
- SecureHook support arms hold bikes by grabbing their front wheels � no frame contact is made
- Hitch Switch lever folds and stores platform when not in use or tilts platform down for rear of vehicle access, even when loaded
- Reinforced tray provides maximum strength and rust-free protection
- Allows for up to 4 bikes with the 916XTR T2 carrier (sold separately, 2" receiver only)
- Adjustable wheel straps quickly secures bikes rear wheels to trays
- Fits 20-29 inch wheel diameter bicycles supporting tires up to 3-inches wide
- Accommodates bicycles with disc brakes, thru-axles and other nontraditional frame designs
- Supports up to 60 lbs per tray with a 2-inch hitch, and 160 lbs total with a 2-bike add-on (4-bike max)
- Upgrades earlier 918XTR T2 2-Inch Receiver 2-Bike Add-on Hitch Rack product with new retractable cable locks that connect bikes directly to the SecureHook support arms
What's in the Box
Thule 918XTR T2 2-Inch Receiver 2-Bike Add-on Hitch Rack for the Thule 916XTR T2 rack, all necessary mounting hardware, instruction guide and warranty information.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Thule will warranty all Thule brand car rack systems and its accessories manufactured by Thule during the time that an original retail purchaser owns the product. This warranty terminates if a purchaser transfers the product to any other person. No warranty is given for defects caused by normal wear and tear, cosmetic rust, scratches, accidents, unlawful vehicle operation, or modification of, or any types of repair of a load carrier system other than those authorized by Thule.
About Thule
Thule was founded in 1942 by the Thulin family, when Eric Thulin, a true lover of the outdoors, put the Thule name on a pike trap he designed and began to sell in Scandinavia. It wasn't long before he added other practical items to the company's portfolio. By the 1960s, the company began to concentrate on car-related products, including its first roof rack. The Thulin family sold Thule to the publicly listed company Eldon in 1979, and it has continued to grow both organically and through acquisitions ever since. The Thule Group is a world leader in providing transport solutions for an active life.