Hey,
I had a traumatic experience with using a trunk mount bike rack before...so I've always been leary of getting another rack. I'd like to be able to transport my road bike and my mountain bike at the same time...The reason I'm posting in here is because damage to my Colnago pains me alot more than damage to my Kona MTB.
So, I've done some research and I have two options that I'm entertaining:
I have a 1995 Monte Carlo 2dr car, so keep that in mind.
1) put a hitch on my car and get the sportrack upright carrier...now this option doesn't seem that good since that rack is a bit big for the back of my car I think...but I dont know I don't have experience with it.
2) I emailed this online bike rack shop and I'll paste my reply I received below...I'm leaning towards this, does anyone on here have this rack?
vehicle year: 1995
vehicle manufacturer: Chevy
vehicle model: Monte Carlo 2door
Hello Chad,
Thanks for contacting ORS Racks Direct regarding your gear carrying needs!
MULTI-PURPOSE ROOF RACK BASE SYSTEM
1) The Thule 400XT Aero Complete Roof Rack Base System will fit your vehicle perfectly and is very quick to install (easy-to-follow instructions included). No matter what gear attachments you plan to carry on your roof, you will need a multi-purpose roof rack base system. You will attach the bike, kayak and ski carriers to the 400XT front and rear load bars.
Thule 400XT Aero Complete Roof Rack Base System
http://www.orsracksdirect.com/thule-...oof-racks.html
1b) Note that your vehicle will require the Thule Short Roof Adaptor Kit in combination with the Thule 400XT Aero. The Short Roof Adaptor Kit quickly installs and provides stability and the extra length needed between the front load bar and the rear load bar when transporting any type of gear such as bikes, etc.
http://www.orsracksdirect.com/thule-477.html
2) For security, we recommend getting a Thule One Key System lock cylinder 4 pack to lock the 400XT Aero system to your car roof top.
http://www.orsracksdirect.com/thule-locks.html
BIKE CARRIER ATTACHMENTS
3) You can then choose from any of Thule's excellent roof mount Bike Racks. All connect directly to the 400XT front and rear load bars as well. Your personal preferences will be the primary factor in deciding which Thule bike racks best meet your needs.
http://www.orsracksdirect.com/thule-bike-racks.html
The Thule 598 Criterium is the leading Upright mount bike carrier. No need to take the front wheel off first. Loads and unloads effortlessly. Connects directly to the 400XT front and rear load bars.
598 Criterium
http://www.orsracksdirect.com/thule-598.html
The Thule 599XTR Big Mouth Upright bike carrier is an excellent economical choice if you prefer to carry your bike without taking the front wheel off. Connects directly to the 400XT front and rear load bars.
599XTR Big Mouth
http://www.orsracksdirect.com/thule-599xt.html
For each bike rack above we recommend ordering one Thule lock cylinder for locking your bike inside the rack. Add to your total lock order above.
Thanks in advance!
Chado