Bike Rack Recommendation for 2010 Mazda 3 Carrying Carbon Frame Bike
Question:
Hello, I am interested in purchasing the Thule Raceway Pro 2 trunk bike rack. I own a 2010 Mazda 3, and the bike is a 2017 Trek FX 5 Sport. Since it has a carbon frame, I was wondering if you had any further recommendations or suggestions. Thank you so much for your advice.
asked by: Patrick K
Expert Reply:
For a carbon frame bike a hitch bike rack that holds the bike by just the tires is the only safe option. Trunk racks all touch the frame which is something you need to avoid with carbon frame bikes. So for a hitch you'd need the Draw Tite # 24843 if you have a hatchback or the Curt # C11393 if you have a sedan.
For a bike rack I really like the Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack for 1 Bike # KU64FR.
This is a platform bike rack that only touches the bike at the tires and only weighs 26 lbs. The biggest drawback to platform bike racks has always been the weight of them, but with this rack you get the best of both worlds. The preferred attachment style with the lighter weight. Platform racks like this are also very easy to load and unload.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
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Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack for 1 Bike - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
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- Class 1
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- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
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Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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