Recommended Trunk-Mount Bike Rack for 2006 Audi A3 5-door Sportback
Question:
Looking for a bike rack to fit my 2006 Audi A3 Sportwagon.
asked by: Nogui
Expert Reply:
Trunk-mount bike racks for your 2006 Audi A3 5-door Sportback are shown on the linked page. These are available in both 2- and 3-bike capacity, but even if you only have two bikes to transport a 3-bike rack can be preferred for the extra space you'll have. This is something to keep in mind especially if you have wide bikes like beach cruisers.
A quality feature-packed rack I like is the Thule OutWay 3-Bike Rack # TH56BV. It comes with all the integrated locking features to keep your bikes and the rack itself secure to your vehicle. This rack is rated for bikes up to 33 lbs each. It is the absolute easiest to install and remove from the car.
If you prefer a more cost-effective choice then I suggest their Passage 3 Bike Carrier # TH911XT which skips the locks and some of the advanced features of the Archway but still delivers a quality rack.
Videos for both racks are linked for you. Please feel free to tell me about how many bikes you have and if any have special features like wide bars (beach cruisers) or if any does not have a horizontal top frame tube. For such bikes an adapter bar like # UB01 can make mounting them on the rack a little easier.
Products Referenced in This Question
Thule OutWay Trunk Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - Adjustable Arms
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Standard
- 3 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Bike and Rack Lock
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
- 2 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Thule
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Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier - Trunk Mount
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
- 3 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Locks Not Included
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
- 6 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Thule
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Kuat Ubar Bike Frame Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Adapter Bar
- Frame
- Kuat
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Thule Passage Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Hanging Style
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
- 2 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Locks Not Included
- 6 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Thule
more information >
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