Will Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE 4-Bike Platform Rack Work with Step Through Bike Frame

Question:

One of our bikes is the schwinn fremont hybrid bike from Dicks Sporting Goods, it has a step through design. Im wanting to make sure this bike rack would be a good fit for this bike as well.

asked by: Kadie

Expert Reply:

The Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE 4-Bike Platform Rack # HR1400Z referenced in your question is a great rack that can handle 4 bikes of up to 50 pounds each. It uses cushioned hooks that slide along upright masts to secure to the frames on your bikes. Depending on how far down the frame drops on your Schwinn (based on the pictures I found, there appears to be a variety of styles that can differ based on the specific model), you may just need to add an adapter bar like the Kuat # UB01. This will clamp to the bike's seat post and handlebar stem post to provide a horizontal attachment point for level transport. This will allow the rack to work perfectly with your Schwinn Hybrid, regardless of its frame style.

I have attached a short video demonstration on this adapter so you can see exactly how it works.

expert reply by: Chris R