Hitch and Lightweight Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2014 Subaru Outback
Question:
Im interested in getting a trailer hitch and bike rack for my 2014 Subaru Outback. The strap rack just doesnt cut it and dented my hatchback pretty good. 1 Is there a low profile hitch you recommend? 2 Can this hitch handle a 4 bike rack? Id prefer a 2 bike rack to keep it light and simple but I guess I should consider the wife and kids too...?!?! Thanks,
asked by: JB
Expert Reply:
First let's start with a hitch. For a Class III hitch with a 2 inch opening that would be able to carry a 4 bike rack you would want the Draw-Tite part # 75673. The hitch will be largely out of plain sight. Check out the install video I attached for more info.
For a lightweight 4 bike rack I would go with the Yakima part # Y02458. This rack only weighs 33 lbs so it would be perfect for you. Check out the review video I attached for more info.
If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Swagman Easy-Out Women's and Alternative Frame Bike Adapter # 64005 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video for this product also. This will allow the bikes to be carried more level and will provide more ground clearance.
Products Referenced in This Question
Swagman Bike Frame Adapter Bar - Small - 22-1/2" - 30" - 35 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Adapter Bar
- Frame
- 24-3/8 - 33-3/4 Inch Long
- Swagman
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Yakima RidgeBack Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Yakima
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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