Yes, the Thule Hitching Post Pro bike rack # TH934XTR will hold 2 adult bikes and 1 kid bike. Keep in mind that 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. It will also help you to load bikes that are small like some kids bikes. I have linked a video showing how the... view full answer...
The size of the cruiser bike top frame tube is going to necessitate an adapter bar. But going with a rack that has a single arm and rotating cradles, such as # S64940, is a great idea for childrens' bikes.
The alternative is to replace the Class II trailer hitch with a Class III trailer hitch, such as # 75712, and use a platform style bike rack such as # HR1400Z. This rack holds the bikes at the frames so even with an alternative frame it will still fit the rack. The adjustable wheel... view full answer...
There is a great option for a 4-bike rack that can carry both adult and kids' bikes, the Saris Freedom 4 Bike Platform Rack # SA4414B. The reason this will work with the larger wheelbases of adult bikes and smaller wheelbases of kids' bikes is that it has wheel trays which slide independently. I added a photo showing one of the wheel trays up close for you.
This rack also has cradles which adjust independently along its mast to hold bikes of different sizes, another reason it is perfect... view full answer...
For your 2008 Honda Odyssey, I recommend the Thule Apex XT 4 Bike Rack for 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting # TH9025XT. This rack will hold your 2 adult and 2 kids bikes without issue due to the arm outside to outside width to help with the smaller kid bike frame sizes and the arms are long enough to give 7 inches spacing between the bikes. This rack has cradles to support that bikes at 3 points and have built in grooves for brake or gear shift cables. It has an integrated cable lock... view full answer...
Considering that you have a variety of bike styles I recommend a platform style carrier. the most popular option for the 2005 Honda Odyssey is the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider # HR1400Z.
If either of the kids' bikes are smaller than a 20 inch then you would also need adapter # HRSW-ADP-2 to get them to fit the Sport Rider.
If you go with a hanging style carrier like the Parkway # TH956 then for the Trek Neko and possible the kids' bikes, you will need to use an adapter bar # 64005. For... view full answer...
The best way to transport your bikes is with a trailer hitch and hitch mounted bike rack. However, if you are only going to transport the bikes a few times a year then a trunk mounted bike rack will suffice. The advantages of a trailer hitch and hitch mounted bike rack however are that they will be easier to load the bikes onto, there won't be any adapters required most likely in order to carry the kids bikes, there is no surface contact, and the trailer hitch can serve many other purposes... view full answer...
The easiest to load and unload bike racks are platform racks. They allow you to basically set the bike in the wheel trays and then use the wheel or frame mount to hold it in place. Hanging bike racks can be a bit harder to fit bikes on especially if there are several bikes and some are childrens.
The Thule T2 Classic 4 bike rack part # TH69TX is a great option that would work well. It's very versatile so it will fit all of your bikes and it also is very easy to load. Check out the review... view full answer...
For your application a platform rack is going to be best since you have adult bikes and kids bikes with possible training wheels. A hanging rack is already difficult to load kid's bike on but when you add in training wheels it gets even more difficult to do without interference.
I would recommend the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider 4 bike rack part # HR1400Z as it's a very sturdy and stable 4-bike platform bike rack that will work really well. The bikes are held far enough apart there wouldn't... view full answer...
The woman's and kids bike adapter you need is the Hollywood Racks Bike Frame Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes Item # HRBA-PRO view full answer...
The Swagman Semi 2.0 Platform Bike Rack, # S64686, would work well with your carbon fiber framed bike. The bike rack uses a wheel hook arm design to secure the bikes to the rack. These hook arms will not be in contact of the frame of your bike.
The Swagman Semi 2.0 can carry a bike with a wheelbase as large as 50 inches and as small as 37 inches. So, if the wheelbase of the kids bike falls in between these numbers, then the bike can be secured to the bike rack.
If the wheelbase of the... view full answer...
We do have racks that will accommodate for kids bikes but there is no adapter that you can use with the Yakima Highroad # Y02114. The Inno Tire Hold II Roof Bike Rack # INA389 will clamp onto your bed bars just like the Highroad but the Inno Tire Hold II has adjustments for the wheel cradles that will do well with a kids bike!
I've included a video to show you how! view full answer...
Yes, kids bikes can be used with the Detail K2 bike rack part # K2BCR490. I attached a picture that shows the rack carrying a kids bike for you to check out. The adapter bar seen in the picture will make carrying the smaller frame bikes much easier.
The best adapter bar we offer is the part # UB01 which would fit and work well. view full answer...
For a trunk mounted bike rack for your kids bikes, I recommend the Thule OutWay, part # TH56BV. This 3 bike rack includes an integrated bike and rack lock. Its FitDial and ratcheting, retractable mounting straps, make fitting to your vehicle extremely easy and fast. Another great feature is the rubberized straps that help protect the vehicle's finish.
The OutWay has a smaller arm spread, giving you a better fit for kids' bikes. . The front cradles are 6-1/2 inches apart and the rear cradles... view full answer...
If your plan is to carry womens and kids bikes with the Thule Passage 3 part # TH911XT you will want a bike frame adapter bar like part # UB01 for each of them. Even if it's not totally necessary it will make loading the bikes much easier. Sometimes it is possible to fit kids bikes on hanging racks like this but it ends up being pretty challenging and the adapter bar overall makes the process much easier.
See the attached review video for the adapter bar as well. view full answer...
The mountain bike and the woman's bike will not be an issue but the kids bike could be a problem because the frame would be very small. You would have to use an adapter bar like # TH982XT for the woman's bike and the only way to possibly fit the kids bike would be to use another adapter.
Because the distance between the handlebar gooseneck and the seat post is so short on a kids bike, the adapter probably will not fit. You would have to move the adapter to an alternate location like around... view full answer...
Yes. The Yakima Fullback # Y02633 will work and is a great choice to carry your adult mountain bikes and kid's bike. I really like that the Fullback comes with a cable lock to secure the bikes and a lock to keep the rack attached to the car. For the kid's bike you will need a bike frame adapter bar like the # 64005 to allow you to carry the bike, but this is required for any type of hanging bike rack.
I've linked a review video of these two parts for you to check out if you haven't already. view full answer...
For your setup I recommend going with the Hollywood Racks Destination Bike Rack for 4 Bikes # HR4000 for a few reasons; you'll need an adapter bar for each bike if you go with a hanging rack, and the Destination has the perfect combination of features per price so you get the most bang for your buck. It also helps that the carrier only weighs in at 42 lbs which is significantly light for a 4-bike platform rack.
Attached is a review video of this rack for you to check out. The bike on the... view full answer...
For your 2012 Mazda 6, I recommend the Thule Passage 3 Bike Carrier - Trunk Mount, Item # TH911XT. This is a trunk/boot mounted rack that will hold three bikes up to 35 pounds each. The rack is designed to work around spoilers and to be easy to load.
To mount your kids and ladies bikes, you'll need a frame adapter bar for each one, part # 64005 to help the ladies bike ride level and to give the carrier an actual bar to grab onto on the kid's bikes. These telescope, so they'll continue... view full answer...
Yes kids bikes can fit on the Swagman Upright bike rack part # S64720 that you referenced. The two sizes you mentioned would fit perfectly. view full answer...
The best 4 bike rack that is approved for the rougher ride quality at the rear of a fifth wheel trailer is the Yakima LongHaul part # Y02476 that you referenced. It has padded frame cradles a much easier to use zip strip system instead of hard to stretch rubber straps.
To make carrying the kids bikes easier a frame adapter bar like the part # UB01 would be a great option. This attaches to the steering stem and seat post to give a wider area that is more level for the bike rack to attach to. view full answer...
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