Can a 3-Bike Trunk Mount Bike Carrier Fit a 2009 Mazda 3, 5-Door Hatchback with Spoiler

Question:

Will a trunk mount bike rack fit a 2009 mazda3 5-door hatchback with rear spoiler? Thanks!

asked by: John

Expert Reply:

There are trunk mount carriers that will fit the 2009 Mazda 3, 5-door hatchback with the spoiler. Because you do not want to put stress on that spoiler (since it is not designed to hold weight) I recommend using the Hollywood Racks Over-The-Top rack # HRF2-3.

This rack has an additional upper arm piece that moves the top straps up and over that spoiler so no weight is put on it (since the spoiler is not meant to support weight). I have included a link to a video that shows how it works.

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. 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 son's bike at all. I have linked a video showing how the adapter works.

expert reply by: Michael H