Best Truck Bed Bike Rack for a 2012 Honda Ridgeline
Question:
We have a 2012 Honda Ridgeline truck. Could you recommend a truck bed bike pad/bike rack for this model of truck. It sounds like from the reviews the soft padded rack that goes over the tailgate works well. Thanks so much for your help!!
asked by: Jean H
Expert Reply:
I actually agree with the crowd here-- The Thule Gate Mate, part # TH823PRO is probably the king of the crop for this type of bike rack. Being able to carry four bikes easily with the added side-bumpers to keep the bikes on the tailgate is the best features available for this rack.
I also recommend a few extras to make your life a little easier when using this rack. First, the Thule Load straps, part # TH521 to secure the bikes together. This will let you worry less about them sliding around by letting you connect them together through the included bumper strap.
I've included a video of this particular rack in action on a 2017 Honda Ridgeline so you can get an idea of how it works in practice, as well as a more complete review that includes video of it out on the road towards the end.
Products Referenced in This Question
Thule Load Strap Cinch Straps w/ Padded Cam Buckles - 9' - 750 lbs - Qty 2
- ATV-UTV Tie Downs
- Truck Bed
- Padded Buckles
- 2 Straps
- Manual
- 6 - 10 Feet Long
- Cinch Strap
- 501 - 850 lbs
- Thule
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Thule GateMate Pro Tailgate Pad for Full-Size Trucks - Up to 7 Bikes - 53" Wide
- Truck Bed Bike Racks
- Tailgate Pad
- 7 Bikes
- Tailgate Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 15mm Thru-Axle
- 20mm Thru-Axle
- 9mm Axle
- Compact Trucks
- Thule
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