Recommended Bike Rack for Mountain Bike With 49 Inch Wheelbase
Question:
I have a 2018 Trek Fuel EX 8 mountain bike with a 49 inch wheelbase. It is an XXL size. Any chance it could still work with the Thule T1 which has a wheelbase limitation of 48 inches?
asked by: Dave D
Expert Reply:
There is a bike rack that will work with your 2018 Trek Fuel EX 8 mountain bike with a 49 inch wheelbase but the Thule T1 will not; trying to squeeze a bike that has a wheelbase which is too large will result in your bike not being properly secured.
There is not a 1-bike rack that will fit a bike with a 49 inch wheelbase so you will need a 2-bike rack and the best option is the Thule DoubleTrack Pro XT # TH92BJ because it will work with bikes that have a wheelbase up to 50-1/2 inches.
This rack is made in the USA, comes with a lock and anti-rattle hitch pin. It will hold bikes that are up to 35 lbs and can be folded up by using its handy lever.
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Thule DoubleTrack Pro XT Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
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