Which Hanging 4-Bike Carrier Will Allow Trunk Access Without Unloading The Bikes?

Question:

HI, Many of the tilt away racks do not recommend doing so with bikes loaded! Can you please help me by listing all the hanging, 4-bike racks that allow tilt-away with bikes LOADED? I can then review the list to pick one. Thanks,

asked by: Sujith N

Expert Reply:

The only 4 bike carrier that can be tilted back with the bikes loaded is the Rola TX-104 4-Bike Rack # 59401. This fits a 2" hitch and has a weight capacity of 100lbs total. This versatile bike carrier allows you to safely carry 4 bikes of almost any frame size. The arms can also fold down to save space when bikes are not loaded.

The only other option, which I think is better, is to go with the Thule Apex Swing XT Bike Rack # TH9027XT. This fits a 2" hitch and has a weight capacity of 37.5lbs per bike, which is more than the Rola bike rack mentioned previously. Instead of tilting back, this one will swing out to the side which will then give you access to the trunk of your vehicle. If price isn't a big concern then I would definitely go with this option. This will give you much more trunk access than the Rola tilting bike rack. I have attached demonstration videos for both of these products.

expert reply by: Andrew N