Advice needed on bike racks.

[Caulk]

I’ve just got a new bike, which I can’t get into the boot of my car.

Can anyone advise me on bike racks? I have a 2 door small peurgot which is tricky for roof racks. Does anyone have experience of the boot racks?

[stickygotstuck]

I have the Saris bones in red - can really recommend it - www.evanscycles.com/saris-bones-3-bike-rack-00120850

I have a small hatchback too, which can only cope with two bikes, but I got the three bike model in case I ever change cars or want to use it with a friend's car for a joint trip etc. It's only marginally longer.

[Caulk]

That’s so helpful, thanks. It would usually just be two bikes but one is enormous.

The stress of getting it into and out of my car today has made me realise I need a new plan.

[hollybarfoot]

If you have a tow bar then I would recommed using that theres some great racks that work on small cars, I've currently got this one which is great for 2 adult bikes and a childs, which fits great on a small ford so guessing it would work well for you too
www.hargrovescycles.co.uk/thule-9503-rideon-3-bike-towball-carrier.html
hope this is kind of helpful

Holly x

[Nix32]

Halfords do a great rack that clamps to the boot. Easy to fit and much more secure than one that uses straps. It's around £100. Takes three bikes.

[QueenDoris]

Get a towbar installed on your car - strap on back racks are notoriously dodgy.

This is great for 2 bikes, and fold up to go in the boot

www.wiggle.co.uk/thule-970-xpress-2-bike-towball-carrier/

[ErrolTheDragon]

Definitely recommend towbar and a Thule rack. Pricey, but the racks are very robust.

[TolstoyAteMyHamster]

I’d recommend the Saris Bones as well - way more robust than a standard rack and easy to attach and remove. Remember you need to have a spare license plate made so you can attach if the license plate is obscured (or so the guy in the bike shop told me!).