How Much Space Between Top and Bottom Crossbars on Malone MicroSport LowBed 2 Tier Trailer?

Question

Question:

How much clearance is there between the bottom bars and the the top bars? I want to carry four bikes on the bottom bars and paddle boards on top. Is there enough clearance to mount the bikes on the bottom?

asked by: Earl P

0

Expert Reply:

The Malone MicroSport LowBed 2 # MPG464-LBT has 36" between the top and bottom crossbars. This trailer is the perfect solution for carrying kayaks, paddleboards, bikes, cargo carriers and any other outdoor gear that can be mounted on roof rack style crossbars, all on one trailer. This trailer comes equipped with anchor points on both sets of bars to allow you to secure your gear.
With that being said, you may encounter 2 issues that could be prohibitive in carrying your bikes on the bottom bars and kayaks on the top bars. First, the upper crossbars have a 100-lbs capacity and may not be able to hold heavy paddleboards (500-lbs on the bottom crossbars) and; second, the bottom crossbars have a minimum spread of 44" wide, which will be too wide for most bike carriers.

With that being said, I have the perfect solution that would allow you to carry at least some of the bikes on the bottom crossbars. The Malone Pilot TC ST Bike Rack # MPG2100 is designed with the MicroSport trailer in mind and would be the perfect bike carrier for this trailer since it will fit on the spread of both the bottom and the top crossbars on your MicroSport trailer. This bike rack will provide you with a durable, quality crossbar mounted bike carrier at a good price.

I believe you can make this work by storing 2 of the bikes on the bottom bars with paddleboards on one side and then carrying the other 2 bikes on the top crossbars with any other gear that you might have. If you need any ratchet straps for this setup, you can use the Ratchet Tie Down Straps # 288-05852, which have a push button release and 800-lbs capacity. These straps come with a handy carrying case, as well, which will allow you to keep them stored when not in use.

expert reply by: Erik B

0

Answer 1

The only trailer component that determines the speed rating of the trailer is the tires. All you have to do is simply replace your current tires with one that is rated for highway use, like the Kenda Loadstar #AM3S120 that you referenced, and you are…

view full answer...

Answer 2

Since you are looking for a trailer that has a retractable tongue for easier storage the best trailer is the Malone Trailer part #MPG460XT. You can use the retractable tongue kit part #MPG494 to convert the part #MPG460G to basically the part…

view full answer...

Answer 3

Yes, your 14' Long Hobie Pro Angler Kayak will fit on the Malone MicroSport LowBed 2 Tier Trailer #MPG464-LBT. If you're needing a kayak carrier then I recommend the Malone MegaWing Fishing Kayak Carrier with Tie-Downs #MPG207 which fits…

view full answer...

Answer 4

We do have a tire in the size of 4.80-12 that has a higher speed rating of 81 with the part #TT48012C which is same tire size as what is on your Malone trailer part #MPG464-LBT. We don't have this mounted to a wheel already but the tire mentioned…

view full answer...

Answer 5

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

view full answer...

Answer 6

Yes, I have listed for your below the roof rack systems from Rhino-Rack, Thule, and Yakima that will fit the RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Covers like part #RTT-80243 for your 2019 Ram 1500. Rhino-Rack Vortex Crossbar System part #RRVA180B-RRRLT600…

view full answer...

Answer 7

Yakima's Skyline towers part #Y53TR can fit the tracks of the Retrax XR that you have with the landing pad 1 part #Y00221 but there isn't a way with the Baseline towers. Your Yakima Corebar or Jetstream bars will work with the Skyline towers…

view full answer...

Answer 8

Don't worry Dave, we have everything you need. The Malone LowBed MicroSport Trailer #MPG464-LB will allow you to carry boats up to 20' long and can support up to 500lbs on the crossbars. So with the Bunk Kit #MPG561 and 2 Bike Racks #MPG2100…

view full answer...

Answer 9

According to Rhino Rack, if you were to go with the shorter bars, you'll only have 1-1/4 inch of leeway on each side which isn't enough in their opinion. I'd recommend going with the 71 inch bars so you'll be certain of a good fit. As…

view full answer...

Answer 10

For your setup I recommend the TrackTowers for Yakima Crossbars and Platforms - Track Mount #Y52AV which includes everything you need to mount Yakima crossbars to your Retrax cover (unless you plan on using the Round or HD bars - then you'll need…

view full answer...

Answer 11

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

view full answer...

Answer 12

I have a Yakima crossbar setup that is compatible with the Retrax Pro XR Tonneau Cover on your 2021 Toyota Tacoma, however, the Yakima Bedrock is not compatible and the 60" crossbars would be too short anyways. I recommend going with the…

view full answer...