Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendation for 2007 Subaru Forester

Question:

I have a friend who is an avid cyclists and she is just getting into touring with a car and she is in need of a bike rack from at least two cycles. What racks would you recommend for a 2007 Subaru Forester XS Luxury? Thank you for any insight.

asked by: Joshua B

Expert Reply:

The best bike rack option for a vehicle is a hitch mounted bike rack as it provides the most secure attachment point and doesn't require lifting the vehicle up and down off of the roof. It also keep the bike out of the wind unlike a roof rack option.

So for a hitch for the 2007 Subaru Forester the Draw Tite part # 36311 is the way to go as it does not require the use of a stabilizer strap like the Curt does with bike racks.

I really like the Saris Freedom Superclamp part # SA4025F. This is a lightweight platform rack (which is normally an unheard of combo). That means it'll be easy to install and remove from your vehicle since it's light, but also it'll be very easy to load bikes on since it's a platform rack.

This rack also only touches bikes at the tire so it protects any damage to delicate frame materials or finishes.

expert reply by: Jameson C