Thule Trunk Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2011 Ford Edge

Question:

Hi - I am looking for a trunk mount bike rack only needs to hold 2 bikes - one mens one womens, but could hold more that would work well with a 2011 Ford Edge. Would the Thule Venture 3-Bike Trunk Vehicle Rack work? Any other recommendations? Thanks so much!

asked by: Briana

Expert Reply:

The rack I would recommend that would do well to carry 2 bikes with the option of carrying a third that has been confirmed to fit your 2011 Ford Edge would be the Thule Raceway 3 Bike Rack part # TH9002XT.

What makes this rack far superior to the others is the attachment system. It uses 4 retractable coated steel cables to attach to the vehicle rather than 6 nylon straps like other racks. This makes installation quick and easy and the cables also last longer.

The cables store inside the rack so there are no loose straps ends to flap around. The cables can also be locked into position to deter theft of the rack. And there is also an integrated cable lock in the last bike position to deter bike theft.

This rack also features the latest and greatest in cradles. The cradles have road dampening technology which protects bike frames better than other cradles.

Since you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Swagman Easy-Out Women's and Alternative Frame Bike Adapter # 64005 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video for this product also. This will allow the bikes to be carried more level and will provide more ground clearance.

Check out the review videos I attached.

expert reply by: Jameson C