Originally Posted by
Korina
We just bought a new (to us) car; a 2000 Toyota Echo two door, and it can take a hitch! We've narrowed our options to
this Yakima 2 bike rack on CraigsList, complete with keys and straps (I asked), or
this Hollywood Destination 2 bike rack on etrailers.com. This is our first rack so we have
no idea. To me, the platform style seems more secure, but the hanging style might work better with our subcompact, and would be easier to take off when not in use.
Thoughts? Opinions? Any would be appreciated. Thanks.
I would keep looking. Because of the sloped top tube on most bikes, mounting them on a top tube rack is not a very good idea. Something like this keeps both wheels locked in place and the top tube attachment keeps it in place.
https://www.morris4x4center.com/yaki...%26%20carriers