Trunk Mount Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2010 Ford Edge

Question:

Will the Thule TH65JV platform rack work on 2010 Ford Edge?

asked by: James S

Expert Reply:

I only recommend the Thule Raceway platform rack # TH65JV for vehicles that have a metal bumper though technically it does fit your 2010 Ford Edge. The issue is that the rack is heavy and when loaded with bikes it can damage the vehicle.

So I recommend the regular OutWay, # TH45JV, which is significantly lighter which will dramatically decrease the possibility of a dented bumper.

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 # TH982XT. 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.

expert reply by: Michael H