There are many car-bike racks on the market, so finding the right one can be tricky. However, here at Telford Towbars  we’ve done the research for you and compiled a list of the top four car bike racks in that we recommend. So, without further ado, here are the best car bike racks on the market! Whether you’re looking for something simple and easy to use or something more robust, we’ve got you covered.
A question to ask yourself is how frequently do you need to carry bikes?
How many bikes?
And…
Which vehicle or vehicles will you be using?
You may require a bike rack for your motorhome?
We are happy to advise you on any of the above here at Telford Towbars.
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Another question before you start looking is how are you planning to carry the bikes?
There are many factors to consider, and one of the most important things is the value of your bike. There is no point in risking a cheap bike car rack if your bike is worth a few thousand pounds!
Bikes vary so much in cost, style, size and weight all these need to be considered.
The main types of bike rack are roof-mounted, boot or trunk-mounted and towbar or hitch-mounted.
This is one of the best bike racks for cars currently in the UK.
The Thule ProrRide is a great choice and is ideal if your bike has mudguards, because rack wont interfere with them which is different to those bike racks that hold the bike by the wheels.
You do have to clamp directly onto the down tube bike, however the jaws have been designed to minimize the risk of damage.
This hauls one bike and requires a base bar system.
If you have a Thule or other base bar system or you have a vehicle that already has factory cross bars. The RockyMounts versatile TomaHawk upright bike rack is really ideal.
This bike rack is very versatile and it can haul all sort of bikes including kids bikes.
Loading a bike onto the rack is quite easy because RockyMounts roof racks include tabs so the wheel straps are kept out of the way.
Loading a bike is relatively easy since RockyMounts includes tabs to keep the rack’s wheel straps out of the way.
A disadvantage maybe that the lock on the base rack doesn’t rate as a top scorer.
Storage wise it folds down well.
Many e-bikes are just too heavy to lift onto a car roof or load into a hatchback. This clever – but very expensive – rack might be the answer to your problems if your car has a tow ball. Being low to the ground it’s a lot easier to lift e-bikes or heavy mountain bikes into place. They are held in position using adjustable and removable arms with clamps which click loudly when at the correct tension, so you won’t damage expensive frames. The whole assembly can be tilted out of the way of your rear tailgate at the press of a foot pedal, so you can still access the boot.
The cleverest feature of the XT 2 is its ability to fold up for easy storage in a garage or shed – there’s even a built-in carrying handle to make it easier to move around. Its big brother, the XT 3, even has a wheel so you don’t even need to lift it. The design includes built-in rear lights and a number plate holder.
Finally, we recommend the Menabo Carriers these are available in various sizes for carrying up to four bikes;
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 That’s it for our list of the best car bike racks in UK. We hope you found this post helpful and that it has given you a good idea of what to look for when purchasing your own bike rack. If you have any questions or would like some help finding the perfect product for your needs, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us here at Telford Towbars. We offer a wide range of car bike carriers and accessories, all of which are available for purchase on our website. Thanks for reading!
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