Trunk Mount Bike Rack Recommendations for a 2005 Subaru Legacy Outback Wagon

Question:

Im looking for a relatively inexpensive trunk/hatchback mount 2-bike bike rack for my 2005 Subaru Legacy Outback Wagon. Can you make a few recommendations of basic racks that will fit my car? Thank you!

asked by: Karin

Expert Reply:

I will be happy to make some recommendations. First, we do have several options available for your 2005 Subaru Legacy Outback Wagon. As a Legacy, if you enter Legacy through our fit guide and then click on trunk mount bike racks, there is an option to select Wagon. I have included a link to these bike racks for you.

For an economical bike rack, the Passage 2, # TH910XT, is the way to go. This rack features anti-sway cradles, padded feet, and it is light weight (under 12 pounds).

The next step up from there in both price and features is the Gateway, # TH9006XT. This rack also has anti-sway cradles, padded feet, and is light weight but it also has arms spaced closer together to handle a wider variety of bikes. The arms can also move up or down independently to get the bikes level.

I have included some informational links on each of these bike racks for you. If you will be carrying womens, childrens, or alternative frame bikes, I recommend using the bike adapter bar # TH982XT to carry the bikes so that they are level. I have included a link to a video that shows how the adapter works.

expert reply by: Michael H