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Does anyone out there have a sliding or tilting rack fitted (preferably to a T5.1, but I'm not too fussy) which they're using successfully for two up-to-date bikes, i.e. long wheelbase, 2.4" or above tyres, and 780mm-ish handlebars, and which definitely allows the tailgate to open?
We're looking at towbar-mounted bike racks, and I think my head is about to explode from the variety of options and conflicting information out there. We'll be loading two e-bikes, albeit one a lightweight one (17kg). My only requirement is that the rack tilts or slides far enough backwards to enable the tailgate to be opened.
- The Atera Strada looks good, but it's clear from this video that there's no way the tailgate is getting past the handlebars on a modern bike.
- The Atera Genio Pro might do the trick, but isn't available until August at the earliest.
- The Thule Velospace XT 2 looks great, particularly since it explicitly mentions long-wheelbase and fat tyres on current geometries. However, it seems the XT2 doesn't have enough clearance for the tailgate.
- So the general recommendation is to buy the XT 3 and just leave the slot nearest the van unoccupied. This seems a little strange, and rapidly becomes mega-expensive too.
Any alternative suggestions, or clarification/correction on the above, will be gratefully received!
We're looking at towbar-mounted bike racks, and I think my head is about to explode from the variety of options and conflicting information out there. We'll be loading two e-bikes, albeit one a lightweight one (17kg). My only requirement is that the rack tilts or slides far enough backwards to enable the tailgate to be opened.
- The Atera Strada looks good, but it's clear from this video that there's no way the tailgate is getting past the handlebars on a modern bike.
- The Atera Genio Pro might do the trick, but isn't available until August at the earliest.
- The Thule Velospace XT 2 looks great, particularly since it explicitly mentions long-wheelbase and fat tyres on current geometries. However, it seems the XT2 doesn't have enough clearance for the tailgate.
- So the general recommendation is to buy the XT 3 and just leave the slot nearest the van unoccupied. This seems a little strange, and rapidly becomes mega-expensive too.
Any alternative suggestions, or clarification/correction on the above, will be gratefully received!