BIKE CAR RACKS
After bikes, the auto rack is the next biggest purchase of equipment for a biking family. Ease of use and protecting those expensive bikes is the ticket. Don't cheap out here as it will lead to bike loading/unloading frustrations and damaged bikes.
Khyber Rack
If you appreciate quality things and lifetime warranties, this is the rack for you. Absolutely bomber construction and the ability to off-road rally and keep your bikes secure, there is a reason why this rack is everywhere over the sea to sky. Available in 2-7 packs, these are heavy racks for the SUV and trucks out there that spend a lot of time on shuttle roads.
Where to buy: Kyber Racks | $1299-2200 CAD
VelociRAX
This style of rack makes sense on SUV's, Vans, and trucks where you are hauling 3 or more bikes. Available in 3-7 bike configurations bike spacing can be tight so grab an "X" model if available (wider bike spacing). What sets this rack apart is the sum of the features. Anti-sway hitch mech, ability to take up to 55 lb ebikes, and the hydraulic lowering dampers are the stand outs. We both use this rack for our family hauls but due to its weight it tends to stay on the vehicle rather than come off.
Where to buy: VelociRAX | $799-985
Kuat NV 2.0 and Add on
We both have used this rack and like it a lot. It carries everything from road bikes to Fat bikes with up to 4.8 inch wide tires. Kids bikes are also accommodated with a 20 inch adapter (takes a minute to put on). We have even squeezed on 16 inch kids bikes with a few mods. The tool free cam system keeps the rack super secure with no sway or movement, even with the add-on which increases the capacity to four bikes. It takes only five minutes to attach the add-on for family outings so we keep the 2 rack platform for the majority of the time and install the add-on only when necessary. The bike stand feature has also come in handy for road trip repairs.
