Trunk Mount Bike Carrier for a 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek
Question:
Im confused from reading your website...which bike rack is best for Subaru crosstrek 2014... TH9001XT and # TH9001PRO...
asked by: Soulfire
Expert Reply:
The Thule Raceway bike carrier has gone through several generations, TH9001, TH9001XT, # TH9001PRO and now the newest version, # TH45JV. Any of them will fit a 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek but the older versions have all but disappeared so go with the latest and greatest # TH45JV!
However, if your vehicle has a spoiler at the top of the hatch then none of them will fit. The only 2-bike trunk mount carrier I recommend if the vehicle has a spoiler is the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top rack # HRF2. This rack has an additional upper arm piece that moves the top straps up and over that spoiler so no weight is put on it (since the spoiler is not meant to support weight). I have included a link to a video that shows how it works.
If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a typical men's bike would) then I recommend using bike adapter bar # 64005. This will allow you to carry those bikes more level and will provide better ground clearance. I have to use these adapters and without them my wife's bike would be at a severe angle and I would not be able to load my son's bike at all. I have linked a video showing how the adapter works.
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Swagman Bike Frame Adapter Bar - Small - 22-1/2" - 30" - 35 lbs
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Thule OutWay Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Adjustable Arms
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