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Title: Cycle Carrier for F/L Saloon ?
Post by: Proz on 02 September 2012, 21:44:52

Hi peoples
So as above now that me and swtsmbo have the cycling bug can anyone recommend a good carrier for 2 bikes .
Mine was a tad expensive so preferably something that isnt going to scratch my new Boardman baby  :y

TIA

Title: Re: Cycle Carrier for F/L Saloon ?
Post by: Proz on 03 September 2012, 11:37:04

No many cyclists on here then  ;D ;D ;D
Was just incase anyone had had a good cycle carrier and had any recommendations.
I see there are a few that go on a tow bar so maybe I'll have to fit one of these  :)

Title: Re: Cycle Carrier for F/L Saloon ?
Post by: albitz on 03 September 2012, 11:45:16

There may be some useful info in this thread Proz. ;)
http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/index.php?topic=106721.0;all

Title: Re: Cycle Carrier for F/L Saloon ?
Post by: YZ250 on 03 September 2012, 12:42:00

As discussed in Tunnie's thread, I prefer the roof carrying method.
Much to my wifes annoyance, I have tried three methods.

1. The Thule boot carrier for two bikes =  One of the straps came off the boot edge on a bouncy road surface and was dangling loose. I did notice it in time but never trusted it after that. I had to made up special brackets and reverse the hook to make it safer. If you do the straps up too tight it can lift the boot off the seal. The bikes tend to rub against each other as well and it's additional nose weight if towing.

2. Towbar flange mounted for two bikes =  Additional rear end weight with an already full boot, especially if you are towing. Pain in the arse if you need to get anything out of the boot or need to hook up a caravan. Again, the bikes tend to rub against each other

3. Roof mounted for up to four bikes =  Never had any issues with these. Can be a bit awkward being up high but you get used to it. Wheels are strapped to the channel and the sloping down-tube is clamped. You could put a bit of cloth around the down-tube to minimise scratching. Downside is the height for car parks and ferries but I certainly found this method the least intrusive. Bike direction can be reversed to get four bikes on.

HTH

Regards
Alan

Title: Re: Cycle Carrier for F/L Saloon ?
Post by: tunnie on 03 September 2012, 14:43:34

I'm looking to go roof option, should have it all setup by weekend.  :)

As above really, not keen on more weight on back, especially when camping as the boot will be full!

Title: Re: Cycle Carrier for F/L Saloon ?
Post by: YZ250 on 03 September 2012, 17:17:54

Important note that I forgot to add to the above, carrying bikes on the roof does away with the need to fit a trailer lighting board if your number plate is obscured by bikes.  :y

Title: Re: Cycle Carrier for F/L Saloon ?
Post by: Proz on 03 September 2012, 20:32:12

Thanks all ... i never noticed Tunnies thread  :-[
Think the roof method may be the way ahead  :y