Will the Thule Gateway Pro Bike Rack fit on a 2014 Subaru Outback with a Factory Spoiler

Question:

Will the TH88VR bike rack fit a 2014 Subaru Outback with a factory spoiler? What bike rack would you suggest works best and safest for the above mentioned vehicle?

asked by: Denise

Expert Reply:

The Thule Gateway Pro Trunk Bike Rack # TH88VR will fit your 2014 Subaru Outback with a factory spoiler. The Gateway has been tested and Thule confirms the rack will fit. Thule is an industry leader in bike racks and this rack would be safe for your vehicle as long as the instructions are followed when installing and using the bike rack. Overloading and over-tightening a trunk mount bike rack could damage the vehicle.

We have tested a similar bike rack, the Thule Passage Trunk Mounted Bike rack # TH910XT on your vehicle with a spoiler. If you are curious to see how the Passage will fit on your Subaru Outback, I have attached a link to a review video so you can see how the rack will fit on your vehicle. The Passage is another great option and is confirmed to fit your vehicle by Thule. This rack is safe for your vehicle and the soft rubber pads located on the rack base help protect your vehicle from damage.

If you are carrying any women's, children's or alternative framed bikes without the top horizontal cross tube, you may want to consider a bike adapter bar similar to # TH982XT to make loading bikes easier.

I have attached images and review videos for the Gateway and Passage bike racks. I have also attached a review video for the bike adapter bar you may want to check out.

expert reply by: Sarah H