Recommendation for Cargo Carrier Bag and Bike Rack For Curt 20x60 Railed Cargo Carrier

Question:

Do you think I could use this to haul two bikes around? I need this for hauling stuff I dont wont inside the suv. Do you have a bag that fits aswell?

asked by: Tim C

Expert Reply:

I would not recommend to use the Curt 20x60 Railed Cargo Carrier, part # C18150, to transport bikes. There is no way to safely attach the bikes to the cargo carrier. To carry two bikes I would recommend to use a hitch bike rack like the Thule Camber Bike Carrier, part # TH9058. It can carry 2 bikes and has a weight capacity of 75 lbs.

If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a typical men's bike would) then I recommend using bike adapter bar # 64005. This will allow you to carry those bikes more level and will provide better ground clearance. I have to use these adapters and without them my wife's bike would be at a severe angle and I would not be able to load my son's bike at all. I have linked a video showing how the adapter works.

If you are wanting to use the cargo carrier on the hitch and carry bikes and the same time, you can use a roof bike rack along with the hitch cargo carrier. If you let me know the vehicle you have and what is on your roof now I can help you get the correct parts you will need if you decide to carry bikes on your roof.

For a cargo bag that will fit the Curt cargo carrier I recommend etrailer Cargo Bag, part # e98990. Both of these bags will fit a 20 x 60 cargo carrier and keep your items dry and free from road debris. I am including a link to a video review on the etrailer cargo bag.