Trunk-Mount Bike Rack Recommendation for 2008 Nissan Altima With Factory Spoiler

Question:

Need a bycicle rack trunk for a Nissan Altima 2008 with a factory spoiler. Which one i can buy that doesnt damage my spoiler? Thx

asked by: Claudia B

Expert Reply:

Vehicles like your 2008 Nissan Altima with a trunk- or roof-level spoiler can pose a challenge to the fit of many otherwise excellent trunk-mount bike racks such as the Yakima King Joe 3 # Y02620 that you referenced. Fortunately there are specialty racks available that are designed specifically to deal with the vehicle feature.

For a 2-bike capacity rack you can use the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top 2 Bike Carrier # HRF2, or for 3 bikes you can use # HRF2-3. I have linked a video to show the features of these carriers.

If you need a lock to secure your bikes to the carrier you can use # e98891. If you'd like to add a theft-deterrent measure you can use the Thule Passive Security Strap # TH533.

If you will be carrying women's, kids' or alternative design bikes that lack a main horizontal top frame tube (as found on a typical man's bike) you might consider an adapter bar such as the Hollywood Racks Bike Frame Adapter Bar # HRBA-PRO. This simple device connects between the seat and handlebar posts to provide a level mounting surface to mate with the carrier's arms. This will help keep such bikes level on the carrier to maintain safe ground clearance.

expert reply by: Adam R