Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Rack Recommendation for a Ford Escape
Question:
Can this carrier tilt away from the vehicle fully loaded? Also, Im 49, and drive a Ford Escape, how high am I going to have to raise my bike to get it on this rack?
asked by: Barbara P
Expert Reply:
The Thule Apex XT is a great rack, but you cannot lower the bike rack if there are bikes loaded on it. We have multiple tilting bike racks that tilt, but if you have a 1-1/4 inch hitch, they will require you to remove the bikes before tilting them.
If you have a 2" inch hitch opening, I have two great options for you. Both of these options will tilt with the bikes loaded.
The first option is a swinging rack like the Yakima FullSwing # Y02465. Instead of tilting, this 4-bike rack swings to the side, with the bikes on it, to completely get out of your way so that you will have full access to the back of your vehicle.
Next, ake a look at the Inno Tire Hold Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Tilting # INH142. This rack was designed to tilt out with or without bikes loaded so you can open the rear hatch. It is also very easy to load for you. You would not have to lift your bikes as much with this platform style. This is a premium rack with so many great features. I have linked a video of these racks for you.
Products Referenced in This Question
Inno Tire Hold Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Inno
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Yakima FullSwing Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Swing Away
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Swing-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Yakima
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Thule Apex XT Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Thule
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