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Re: Bike/cycle carrier
Posted: Wed May 20, 2009 3:42 pm
by jdcuk
Hi
Check out this link, I just found it today, looks like these bars are made to fit the 08 model. There is also a link on there for fitting instructions
http://www.micksgarage.co.uk/ProdDetail ... teID=32475
Jason
Re: Bike/cycle carrier
Posted: Tue Apr 27, 2010 8:28 pm
by ballyboy69
Hey guys I've looked into this issue. I've come across this product which seems to overcome the need for the two straps to lean on the rear spoiler. It is the 'AVENIR high rise 3 bike boot fitting rack', from cyclex for around £100. You'll see that the height of it means it pulls the straps from above the rear window and no from below, as with other racks, including the 'bones' rack already mentioned. Worth a look! Link;
http://www.cyclex.co.uk/product/avr801-cx.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Re: Bike/cycle carrier
Posted: Fri Apr 30, 2010 7:38 am
by Gilez
I have given up with the roof bar/roof rack options and decided to go down the bike bag route and put the seats down and just stick it straight in the boot. Saves on fuel too.
Re: Bike/cycle carrier
Posted: Mon May 03, 2010 1:32 am
by monkeyman
Im keen on the boot mounted rack idea as my bikes has hydrolic brakes, and no dought when I take off the front wheel ill end up pressing the front brake and get brake fluid all over the inside of my car.:-)
Re: Bike/cycle carrier
Posted: Mon May 03, 2010 1:59 pm
by birdster
Has anyone solved the rear bike carrier problem?
I have a bones rack but am concered about the roof catches - the rack clips under the boot door so the rear bumber not a problem....but not sure the roof spoiler will hold?
Re: Bike/cycle carrier
Posted: Tue May 04, 2010 10:41 am
by maisbitt
For anyone wanting to tow or add a roof rack, or cycle carrier....why didn't you buy a Volvo Estate?
Re: Bike/cycle carrier
Posted: Tue May 04, 2010 7:51 pm
by birdster
Ah now why didn't I think of that.......?
Re: Bike/cycle carrier
Posted: Thu May 06, 2010 6:17 pm
by monkeyman
maisbitt wrote:For anyone wanting to tow or add a roof rack, or cycle carrier....why didn't you buy a Volvo Estate?
Or a skoda octavia Vrs. Same engine and gearbox