I need some help finding a bike rack. I had this type of rack that worked great on my Westy Syncro, but it went when I stupidly sold it. I'm looking for the type that mounts to the bumper, is an inverted U shape of approx 1" tubing. (see 'art' below) The design allows the top hoop to pull off the bumper mount when not needed. I liked it for these reasons: Attaches to front or back bumper- I used it on the back, no bugs on bikes. Easily removable in less than a minute- (take bikes off, pull hoop off) When removed, back hatch can be raised. No additional weight on back hatch. Minimal back window visibility loss. No hitch needed. AND, last but not least- it's incredibly cheap= less than $100 Any help finding this type of rack would be greatly appreciated! I just sold my Land Cruiser and don't want to carry bikes inside the westy- it's perfect and I want to keep it that way.
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Paul Mayfield '87 White Westy 2WD |
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