Car Bike Racks

Car bike racks carry bikes, kayaks, canoes, skis and boards on hitch, trunk, roof and suction-cup mounts, along with crossbar feet, load stops, straps and replacement parts. Start with your vehicle: hitch racks need a matching receiver size, trunk racks must suit the hatch shape, and roof systems need feet that fit your rails or bare roof. Next consider bike frames, as carbon frames may need wheel-mount racks or frame protectors. Thule, Kuat and Allen racks and accessories feature here. Rear racks can hide your licence plate, which Ontario's Highway Traffic Act requires to be plainly visible. For boats and boards, see kayak, canoe and SUP racks.

Brands include Thule, Allen and Youlvy.

In this range: car rack parts & accessories, rooftop racks, surfboard & windsurfing racks, ski & snowboard racks and foam block rooftop carriers.

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Car Bike Racks: frequently asked questions

Can a rear bike rack block my licence plate in Canada?

In Ontario, the Highway Traffic Act requires the number plate to be plainly visible and not obscured by attachments or loads, which includes bike racks. Rules differ by province, so check before driving with a loaded rear rack.

Which type of bike rack suits my car?

Hitch racks are easiest to load and need a receiver, usually 1.25 or 2 inches. Trunk racks such as the Thule Gateway Pro fit many cars without a hitch, and roof racks need crossbars but keep the rear clear.

Can I carry a carbon bike on a car rack?

Yes, but avoid clamping a carbon frame unless the maker approves it. Use a wheel-mount or fork-mount rack, or add a frame protector such as the Thule Carbon Frame Protector to spread clamp pressure.

Sources: ontario.ca · theglobeandmail.com

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