Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2013 Ford Escape for Carrying Bike Rack and Cargo Carrier

Question:

I have a 2013 Ford Escape SEL. I am looking for a hitch to use with my hitch-n-haul basket / and a bicycle carrier. Is the Draw-Tite class III Max the best on for this application?

asked by: D S

Helpful Expert Reply:

For your 2013 Ford Escape the Draw Tite part # 75758 would be the hitch I would recommend for carrying bike racks and cargo carriers. It doesn't require a stabilizer strap like the Curt hitch would and doesn't include a ball mount like the Draw Tite would.

I attached an install video for this hitch for you to check out as well.

The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Thule Camber 2 part # TH9058. We asked our demo and install guys to name their favorite, most easy-to-use bike racks and this one showed up in nearly everyone's top three. Check out the review video I attached for more info.

If you plan on carrying any women's or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Kuat Bike Frame Adapter Bar # UB01 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.

expert reply by: Jameson C