Date:         Mon, 17 Feb 1997 22:00:44 -0600
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@vanagon.com>
From:         Kenneth Polk <Ken.Polk@worldnet.att.net>
Subject:      Re: Bike Racks

ncarter wrote:
> 
> We have a front mount rack on our Westy...one of those arc shaped jobs
> that clamps to the bumper. Have used this on previous and current
> Westys, long and short trips, smooth and bumpy roads. It has worked for
> us...isn't in the way for access or clearance and no problems from bumpy
> road caused dents. I use those web belt/buckle tie-downs to cinch them
> in place and cables with locks when appropriate. The only down side is
> possible hinderance of the headlights but for us it is minimal (don't do
> that much night driving). Kit Carter 85 Westy GL

I have been thinking of a front mounted carrier myself, one of the
reasons is that I feel more like I can have some control over whether or
not I rear-end somebody than I have over being rear-ended.  I would hate
to have a couple of expensive mountain bikes ruined by some jerk bumping
my rear end, not to mention the damage to the rear hatch.  Does anyone
know where to get a good front mount carrier?

thanks,
Ken Polk
82 Westy
90 Transporter
96 Jetta Trek