Recommended Four Bike Rack to Carry Electric Townie and Kids Bikes

Question:

I just purchased an Electra townie and we are going camping. I need a bike rack that attaches to a hitch, and it needs to fit my townie and my kids bikes. So I need a 3 or 4 bike carrier. I have no idea if Ill have issues with my townie on just regular racks. Thanks for your help.

asked by: Julie S

Expert Reply:

Given the number of bikes you're wanting to carry, I'd recommend the Thule Hitching Post Pro, part # TH934XTR would be a good economical choice. The bike rack can be used in 1-1/4 or 2 inch receivers, but would be limited to carrying two bikes in a Class I hitch. The Hitching Post Pro combines Thule quality and features like anti-sway cradles and an anti-rattle hitch pin. The rack has a weight capacity of 35 lbs per bike, which should accommodate your Townie with no problem. a locking hitch pin, part # THSTL2 and a cable lock # TH538XT are sold separately.

If you'll be transporting women's bikes or bikes with sharply-angled top tubes, you might also consider a frame adapter bar like part # 64005. The bar spans the distance between the handlebar gooseneck and the seat post, which provides a secondary attachment point for the bike rack. This allows the bike to be carried level, which maximizes ground clearance.

I'm assuming you vehicle has a hitch. If it doesn't, and you'd care to reply with the year, make and model of your vehicle, I'd be happy to make some suggestions for you.

expert reply by: Mike L