Re: [RBW] Any advice for a Riv-friendly (roof) bicycle rack?
I have the Thule Criterium rack and have used it with a few different Rivs. My wife's Betty has Longboard fenders so this type of rack was a necessity. The rack works great. Very secure. I keep a shop rag in the car to wrap under the shifter cables to avoid paint scratches around the clamp. The only issue is with water bottle cages. With my Ram the clamp wanted to be right in the middle of the Nitto water bottle cage on the DT so I took off the cage. Not a big deal. I am in the Bay Area if you want to check out the rack. Dan -Marin (and Berkeley) On Tue, May 14, 2013 at 7:26 AM, René Sterental wrote: > Hi Pierre, > > The only roof racks that work well with fendered bikes are those that grab > the frame via the downtube. Of the few available, the one I like the most > is the Thule Criterium: > http://www.thule.com/en-us/us/products/bike-carriers/roofcarriers/598-criterium-_-598 > > The other one is the Yakima Raptor Aereo, but its design isn't as refined > as the Criterium. > > I'm assuming you are using long fenders, such as Honjo or Berthoud. If you > are using shorter plastic fenders that don't reach so low behind the front > wheel, then any rack that holds the fork after you remove the front wheel > might do. > > René > > On Saturday, May 11, 2013, Pierre wrote: > >> All, >> >> I have an outstanding hitch bike rack (Thule Euroway G2 923), but this >> option is now gone with our new car. >> >> I am looking to buy a roof bike rack that would accommodate nicely a >> fendered fat-tired bicycle with front rack (Mark's or Mini type), any >> advice? >> >> I've owned in the past a Yakima highroller, it did NOT work well with >> fenders. >> >> Thanks, >> >> Pierre >> >> PS: my Thule Euroway G2 923 is for sale, make an offer off-list if >> interest, in the bay area (bought in Europe in 2011, so it has all the >> wiring for taillights, mandatory over there) >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "RBW Owners Bunch" group. >> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an >> email to [email protected]. >> To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. >> Visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. >> For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. >> >> >> > > > -- > Sent from Gmail Mobile > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to [email protected]. > To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. > Visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Any advice for a Riv-friendly (roof) bicycle rack?
On the warranty question, if you search on etrailer.com there are a few questions answered around this, there is a gray area around the dealer proving that the installation of a hitch caused any issues, it's gray enough i'd be concerned but that's up to you and your dealer. I'd agree that a hitch is the best way for the type of bikes we like, i personally would not be able to lift my SH (with fenders, racks) onto the roof of my car. Thule now make a trunk rack that holds the bikes in a tray like some hitch moutned ones, but it's expensive, it's heavy, and it's trunk mounted so it will scratch up the car. On Tuesday, May 14, 2013 10:26:31 AM UTC-4, René wrote: > > Hi Pierre, > > The only roof racks that work well with fendered bikes are those that grab > the frame via the downtube. Of the few available, the one I like the most > is the Thule Criterium: > http://www.thule.com/en-us/us/products/bike-carriers/roofcarriers/598-criterium-_-598 > > The other one is the Yakima Raptor Aereo, but its design isn't as refined > as the Criterium. > > I'm assuming you are using long fenders, such as Honjo or Berthoud. If you > are using shorter plastic fenders that don't reach so low behind the front > wheel, then any rack that holds the fork after you remove the front wheel > might do. > > René > > On Saturday, May 11, 2013, Pierre wrote: > >> All, >> >> I have an outstanding hitch bike rack (Thule Euroway G2 923), but this >> option is now gone with our new car. >> >> I am looking to buy a roof bike rack that would accommodate nicely a >> fendered fat-tired bicycle with front rack (Mark's or Mini type), any >> advice? >> >> I've owned in the past a Yakima highroller, it did NOT work well with >> fenders. >> >> Thanks, >> >> Pierre >> >> PS: my Thule Euroway G2 923 is for sale, make an offer off-list if >> interest, in the bay area (bought in Europe in 2011, so it has all the >> wiring for taillights, mandatory over there) >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "RBW Owners Bunch" group. >> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an >> email to [email protected]. >> To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. >> Visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. >> For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. >> >> >> > > > -- > Sent from Gmail Mobile > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Any advice for a Riv-friendly (roof) bicycle rack?
Hi Pierre, The only roof racks that work well with fendered bikes are those that grab the frame via the downtube. Of the few available, the one I like the most is the Thule Criterium: http://www.thule.com/en-us/us/products/bike-carriers/roofcarriers/598-criterium-_-598 The other one is the Yakima Raptor Aereo, but its design isn't as refined as the Criterium. I'm assuming you are using long fenders, such as Honjo or Berthoud. If you are using shorter plastic fenders that don't reach so low behind the front wheel, then any rack that holds the fork after you remove the front wheel might do. René On Saturday, May 11, 2013, Pierre wrote: > All, > > I have an outstanding hitch bike rack (Thule Euroway G2 923), but this > option is now gone with our new car. > > I am looking to buy a roof bike rack that would accommodate nicely a > fendered fat-tired bicycle with front rack (Mark's or Mini type), any > advice? > > I've owned in the past a Yakima highroller, it did NOT work well with > fenders. > > Thanks, > > Pierre > > PS: my Thule Euroway G2 923 is for sale, make an offer off-list if > interest, in the bay area (bought in Europe in 2011, so it has all the > wiring for taillights, mandatory over there) > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to [email protected] 'cvml', 'rbw-owners-bunch%[email protected]');>. > To post to this group, send email to > [email protected] '[email protected]');> > . > Visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. > > > -- Sent from Gmail Mobile -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Any advice for a Riv-friendly (roof) bicycle rack?
Better ask the dealer on that one. Maybe even get it in writing if you are worried at all. I wouldn't think that would be considered towing though. -Aaron in Vancouver On Sunday, May 12, 2013, Pierre wrote: > Thanks everybody. I've checked out the Thule Criterium at REI, looks very > well designed. > > I consider that hitch mounted bicycle racks are a better solution, by far > (easy loading/unloading, accommodate virtually any bike, most will even > tilt to access trunk, safe...). > > The only downside I found (noted by some above) is that if you have > baskets (even the small Wald wire one), it can get crowded. > > > Anyway, owners manual say towing with our Jetta sportswagen TDI > (automatic) will void warranty. Apparently, this a new restriction with > 2013 models. Lawyer thing probably. > > Wording in unclear to me, is "having a tow bar installed and exclusively > used with a bike rack" (that's 40kg total max). considered "towing". > > > Pierre. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to [email protected] 'cvml', 'rbw-owners-bunch%[email protected]');>. > To post to this group, send email to > [email protected] '[email protected]');> > . > Visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Any advice for a Riv-friendly (roof) bicycle rack?
Better ask the dealer on that one. Maybe even get it in writing if you are worried at all. I wouldn't think that would be considered towing though. -Aaron in Vancouver On Sunday, May 12, 2013, Pierre wrote: > Thanks everybody. I've checked out the Thule Criterium at REI, looks very > well designed. > > I consider that hitch mounted bicycle racks are a better solution, by far > (easy loading/unloading, accommodate virtually any bike, most will even > tilt to access trunk, safe...). > > The only downside I found (noted by some above) is that if you have > baskets (even the small Wald wire one), it can get crowded. > > > Anyway, owners manual say towing with our Jetta sportswagen TDI > (automatic) will void warranty. Apparently, this a new restriction with > 2013 models. Lawyer thing probably. > > Wording in unclear to me, is "having a tow bar installed and exclusively > used with a bike rack" (that's 40kg total max). considered "towing". > > > Pierre. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to [email protected] 'cvml', 'rbw-owners-bunch%[email protected]');>. > To post to this group, send email to > [email protected] '[email protected]');> > . > Visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Any advice for a Riv-friendly (roof) bicycle rack?
Hi Pierre, I have Rivendells with Longboards and Yakima Boa solved my problem: http://www.yakima.com/shop/bike/roof/boa/ FWIW - they work with either Thule or Yakima crossbars. Simple as it is. Cheers, Alex St. Paul On Sat, May 11, 2013 at 12:19 AM, Pierre wrote: > All, > > I have an outstanding hitch bike rack (Thule Euroway G2 923), but this > option is now gone with our new car. > > I am looking to buy a roof bike rack that would accommodate nicely a > fendered fat-tired bicycle with front rack (Mark's or Mini type), any > advice? > > I've owned in the past a Yakima highroller, it did NOT work well with > fenders. > > Thanks, > > Pierre > > PS: my Thule Euroway G2 923 is for sale, make an offer off-list if > interest, in the bay area (bought in Europe in 2011, so it has all the > wiring for taillights, mandatory over there) > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to [email protected]. > To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. > Visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Any advice for a Riv-friendly (roof) bicycle rack?
Going the Full Monty, some rationalizations of multi-sport use and general utility need necessary : http://www.etrailer.com/tv-Review-Yakima-Rack-and-Roll-Trailer-Y08107.aspx Cuts rooftop drag of fixed rack systems all the times you are not carrying bikes or gear, and more aero under way when loaded with bikes and gear than on top. I do not enjoy putting the tandem on the roof rack and this would really improve that (making a list so I can justify; maybe REI will let me do the 20% off one time purchase of one THIS year?) Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh On Sunday, May 12, 2013 12:18:26 AM UTC-4, [email protected] wrote: > > These people, of course being http://www.etrailer.com/ > > Cheers, > David > > > > On Sat, May 11, 2013 at 9:18 PM, cyclotourist > > > wrote: > >> What Aaron said. These people are HIGHLY recommended. All their >> installations are viewable on youtube and it's really straightforward. >> That's presuming your vehicle isn't an outlier that doesn't have the >> capacity, or a work vehicle or similar. >> >> Re roof racks: If you have the choice between clamp on or hard-mount >> screw on type, definitely going with the screw on. The clamp on ones are >> incredibly easy to pull off. There has been a rash of rack thefts at one of >> our local trailheads. >> >> Cheers, >> David >> >> >> >> On Sat, May 11, 2013 at 8:57 PM, Aaron Young <[email protected] >> > wrote: >> >>> If indeed the problem is no hitch in the new car, then I would suggest >>> considering getting a hitch installed or doing it yourself. I put a >>> hitch on my minivan and it was really pretty easy. I got the hitch from >>> Amazon and found an install video on YouTube. Cost was about $150. I'm not >>> sure what a roof rack costs, but if you still have the bike rack a hitch >>> install might be cheaper than a new roof rack. Also, if you don't want to >>> do it yourself I think Uhaul will install a hitch for about $200. >>> >>> Aaron Young in Vancouver, WA >>> >>> >>> On Saturday, May 11, 2013, Kelly wrote: >>> Check this one out.. Just what your looking for http://www.atoc.com/biketopper.php Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- >>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>> Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. >>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send >>> an email to [email protected] . >>> To post to this group, send email to >>> [email protected] >>> . >>> Visit this group at >>> http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. >>> For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. >>> >>> >>> >> >> > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Any advice for a Riv-friendly (roof) bicycle rack?
There are other options too Rocks for Tandems attach the front fork elevated above the rail, giving clearance for fenders. There are also the old style two piece systems that have a tray for the rebar wheel attaching to the rear cross bar, and a separate mounting point on the front cross bar for the front fork Ted On Saturday, May 11, 2013, René Sterental wrote: > Hi Pierre, > > The only roof racks that work well with fendered bikes are those that grab > the frame via the downtube. Of the few available, the one I like the most > is the Thule Criterium: > http://www.thule.com/en-us/us/products/bike-carriers/roofcarriers/598-criterium-_-598 > > The other one is the Yakima Raptor Aereo, but its design isn't as refined > as the Criterium. > > I'm assuming you are using long fenders, such as Honjo or Berthoud. If you > are using shorter plastic fenders that don't reach so low behind the front > wheel, then any rack that holds the fork after you remove the front wheel > might do. > > René > > On Saturday, May 11, 2013, Pierre wrote: > >> All, >> >> I have an outstanding hitch bike rack (Thule Euroway G2 923), but this >> option is now gone with our new car. >> >> I am looking to buy a roof bike rack that would accommodate nicely a >> fendered fat-tired bicycle with front rack (Mark's or Mini type), any >> advice? >> >> I've owned in the past a Yakima highroller, it did NOT work well with >> fenders. >> >> Thanks, >> >> Pierre >> >> PS: my Thule Euroway G2 923 is for sale, make an offer off-list if >> interest, in the bay area (bought in Europe in 2011, so it has all the >> wiring for taillights, mandatory over there) >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "RBW Owners Bunch" group. >> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an >> email to [email protected]. >> To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. >> Visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. >> For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. >> >> >> > > > -- > Sent from Gmail Mobile > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to [email protected] 'cvml', 'rbw-owners-bunch%[email protected]');>. > To post to this group, send email to > [email protected] '[email protected]');> > . > Visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Any advice for a Riv-friendly (roof) bicycle rack?
These people, of course being http://www.etrailer.com/ Cheers, David On Sat, May 11, 2013 at 9:18 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > What Aaron said. These people are HIGHLY recommended. All their > installations are viewable on youtube and it's really straightforward. > That's presuming your vehicle isn't an outlier that doesn't have the > capacity, or a work vehicle or similar. > > Re roof racks: If you have the choice between clamp on or hard-mount screw > on type, definitely going with the screw on. The clamp on ones are > incredibly easy to pull off. There has been a rash of rack thefts at one of > our local trailheads. > > Cheers, > David > > > > On Sat, May 11, 2013 at 8:57 PM, Aaron Young <[email protected]> wrote: > >> If indeed the problem is no hitch in the new car, then I would suggest >> considering getting a hitch installed or doing it yourself. I put a >> hitch on my minivan and it was really pretty easy. I got the hitch from >> Amazon and found an install video on YouTube. Cost was about $150. I'm not >> sure what a roof rack costs, but if you still have the bike rack a hitch >> install might be cheaper than a new roof rack. Also, if you don't want to >> do it yourself I think Uhaul will install a hitch for about $200. >> >> Aaron Young in Vancouver, WA >> >> >> On Saturday, May 11, 2013, Kelly wrote: >> >>> Check this one out.. Just what your looking for >>> >>> http://www.atoc.com/biketopper.php >>> >>> Kelly >>> >>> -- >>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>> Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. >>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send >>> an email to [email protected]. >>> To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. >>> Visit this group at >>> http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. >>> For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. >>> >>> >>> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "RBW Owners Bunch" group. >> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an >> email to [email protected]. >> To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. >> Visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. >> For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. >> >> >> > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Any advice for a Riv-friendly (roof) bicycle rack?
What Aaron said. These people are HIGHLY recommended. All their installations are viewable on youtube and it's really straightforward. That's presuming your vehicle isn't an outlier that doesn't have the capacity, or a work vehicle or similar. Re roof racks: If you have the choice between clamp on or hard-mount screw on type, definitely going with the screw on. The clamp on ones are incredibly easy to pull off. There has been a rash of rack thefts at one of our local trailheads. Cheers, David On Sat, May 11, 2013 at 8:57 PM, Aaron Young <[email protected]> wrote: > If indeed the problem is no hitch in the new car, then I would suggest > considering getting a hitch installed or doing it yourself. I put a hitch > on my minivan and it was really pretty easy. I got the hitch from Amazon > and found an install video on YouTube. Cost was about $150. I'm not sure > what a roof rack costs, but if you still have the bike rack a hitch install > might be cheaper than a new roof rack. Also, if you don't want to do it > yourself I think Uhaul will install a hitch for about $200. > > Aaron Young in Vancouver, WA > > > On Saturday, May 11, 2013, Kelly wrote: > >> Check this one out.. Just what your looking for >> >> http://www.atoc.com/biketopper.php >> >> Kelly >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "RBW Owners Bunch" group. >> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an >> email to [email protected]. >> To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. >> Visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. >> For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. >> >> >> -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to [email protected]. > To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. > Visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Any advice for a Riv-friendly (roof) bicycle rack?
If indeed the problem is no hitch in the new car, then I would suggest considering getting a hitch installed or doing it yourself. I put a hitch on my minivan and it was really pretty easy. I got the hitch from Amazon and found an install video on YouTube. Cost was about $150. I'm not sure what a roof rack costs, but if you still have the bike rack a hitch install might be cheaper than a new roof rack. Also, if you don't want to do it yourself I think Uhaul will install a hitch for about $200. Aaron Young in Vancouver, WA On Saturday, May 11, 2013, Kelly wrote: > Check this one out.. Just what your looking for > > http://www.atoc.com/biketopper.php > > Kelly > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to [email protected] . > To post to this group, send email to > [email protected] > . > Visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Any advice for a Riv-friendly (roof) bicycle rack?
Hi Pierre, The only roof racks that work well with fendered bikes are those that grab the frame via the downtube. Of the few available, the one I like the most is the Thule Criterium: http://www.thule.com/en-us/us/products/bike-carriers/roofcarriers/598-criterium-_-598 The other one is the Yakima Raptor Aereo, but its design isn't as refined as the Criterium. I'm assuming you are using long fenders, such as Honjo or Berthoud. If you are using shorter plastic fenders that don't reach so low behind the front wheel, then any rack that holds the fork after you remove the front wheel might do. René On Saturday, May 11, 2013, Pierre wrote: > All, > > I have an outstanding hitch bike rack (Thule Euroway G2 923), but this > option is now gone with our new car. > > I am looking to buy a roof bike rack that would accommodate nicely a > fendered fat-tired bicycle with front rack (Mark's or Mini type), any > advice? > > I've owned in the past a Yakima highroller, it did NOT work well with > fenders. > > Thanks, > > Pierre > > PS: my Thule Euroway G2 923 is for sale, make an offer off-list if > interest, in the bay area (bought in Europe in 2011, so it has all the > wiring for taillights, mandatory over there) > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to [email protected] 'cvml', 'rbw-owners-bunch%[email protected]');>. > To post to this group, send email to > [email protected] '[email protected]');> > . > Visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. > > > -- Sent from Gmail Mobile -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
