Recommended 3-Bike Carrier And Trailer Hitch Receiver For 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid
Question:
Weve just bought a 2021 Honda CR-V EX-L Hybrid, and are looking for rack for 3 bikes. I saw this recommendation on your site for Thule TH934XTR and Etrailer e98848 Hitch Receiver. Is that still your best recommendation? I am considering a hitch, but are there any non-hitch options youd consider? Asking for a vacation in 4 weeks! Thank you!
asked by: Guenter W
Expert Reply:
If you are wanting to go the hitch-mounted route, then yes the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver 2" # e98848 and Thule Hitching Post Pro 4 Bike Rack # TH934XTR will work well. If you want a more budget-friendly option, I would look into the Malone RunWay 3 Bike Rack # MPG2130 which holds 3 bikes. The Thule has a weight capacity of 35lbs per bike while the Malone has a similar weight capacity of 33lbs per bike. I recommend going the hitch-mounted route over the trunk-mounted route for a few reasons. Adding a hitch receiver to your vehicle is always a nice add-on that will come in handy if you ever want to mount other accessories like Curt Cargo Carrier # C18152, or even pull a trailer. Also, hitch-mounted bike racks don't reduce rear-window visibility as much as a trunk-mounted carrier obviously would.
If you would like to go with a trunk-mounted bike rack then I highly recommend the Saris Bones EX 3 Bike Rack # SA803. This will safely transport 3 bikes and has a weight capacity of 35lbs per bike. It attaches to the top of your trunk with a vinyl-covered hook that will not scratch your vehicle's paint. It is made to work with vehicles that have rear spoilers, so rest-assured the spoiler will not be an issue. This may be a quicker and easier option for you since it sounds like you need a bike carrier as soon as possible. I have attached demonstration videos for these products.
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24x60 Curt Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Steel - 500 lbs
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Flat Carrier
- Fixed Carrier
- 24 Inch Wide
- Heavy Duty
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 60 Inch Long
- Class III
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Saris Bones EX 3 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms
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- Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
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Thule Hitching Post Pro Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches
- Hitch Bike Racks
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- Locks Not Included
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- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 525 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
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- Concealed Cross Tube
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