Bike Rack Recommendation for 2008 Volkswagen Eos Carrying Mountain Bike or Road Bike
Question:
I have a 2008 VW Eos and need a bike rack for my mountain bike and occasionally my road bike. What are my options, pricing and the process for getting it installed?
asked by: Lisa
Expert Reply:
When it comes to a bike rack for your 2008 Volkswagen Eos, the quickest, most economical, route would be to go with a trunk mounted rack like the Yakima HangOut 3, # Y02638. Just attach it to your vehicle using the integrated 6 strap system and you are ready to go.
Please keep in mind that any time something is mounted directly to the surface of a vehicle there is potential for damage. Here are a few tips that can considerably reduce the risk of damage to your vehicle when using a trunk mounted bike rack. 1) Make sure the surface of the rack and vehicle are clean and free of any debris. A good coat of quality car wax applied to the vehicles finish will also provide extra protection. 2) Installation instructions should be precisely followed. 3) Rack should be removed when not in use. 4) Rack weight capacity should be strictly adhered to.
The other option would be to install a hitch like the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver, # C11090, and use a hitch mounted rack like the Swagman Trailhead, # S63360. Depending on your mechanical ability, you could install the hitch yourself or check with your local mechanic for installation prices.
In either case, when carrying women's, children's or alternative framed bikes, you may find it easier to secure the bikes by using an adapter bar like the Swagman Easy-Out, # 64005. This bar attaches between the seat post and the handlebar stem on your bike to give you a horizontal surface to secure to.
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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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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 100 lbs TW
- 1000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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Swagman Trailhead Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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Yakima HangOut 3 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
- 3 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Locks Not Included
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
- 6 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Yakima
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