Trunk Mount Bike Rack for a 2004 Scion xA and 2005 Saturn Ion Sedan
Question:
Would like to use the rack on a 2004 scion xa and a 2005 Saturn ion 4 door. Prefer trunk mounted because I am very short! We have 2 bikesone mens mountain bike and one womens mountain bike. What would you recommend?
asked by: Kim P
Expert Reply:
The Thule OutWay # TH45JV is definitely the bike rack I recommend and it will fit both your 2004 Scion xA and 2005 Saturn Ion sedan. I actually own the 3-bike version of this rack and it is the best trunk mount I have used, hands down.
My favorite feature is the retractable cables. They make installation fast and easy. My wife is on the short side (5 foot 3) and she does not have a problem using this rack. I have included a link to a video review of this bike rack for you to view.
Since you will be carrying at least one bike that doe not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a typical men's bike would) then I recommend using bike adapter bar # TH982XT. 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 sons bike at all.
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Thule Bike Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes
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- 16 - 31-1/2 Inch Long
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Thule OutWay Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Adjustable Arms
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Standard
- 2 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Bike and Rack Lock
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- 2 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
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