| Re: Adding rails to factory Roof Rack for bikes
The owner's manual should specify the weight rating of the roof rack. If it
is 100 lb, that is three mountain bikes or four road bikes.
Another down side to a rear rack is that it may be in the way when you want
to open the trunk or tailgate. I HAVE wiped off a bike on a low overhanging
roof, and it's disgusting. But, having done it once, I doubt that I will
ever let it happen again.
As to reaching high and dropping a bike: Costco has a little folding
stepladder for about $20 that is perfect for this. Also, I hang a piece of
carpet down the side of my wagon while I'm loading/unloading.
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