Trunk Mount Bike Rack for 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt With Factory Spoiler
Published 06/24/2015
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Question:
I would like to carry three bikes on a rack on my Chevy Cobalt 2008 with manufacturers spoiler on it. Will this hurt my spoiler? Is this one right for my car? # HRE3 Thank you.
asked by: Jackie
Expert Reply:
The Hollywood Racks Express 3 Bike Rack # HRE3 will not work with the spoilers on you 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, I do have a solution for you. The Thule OutWay # TH56BV is designed to accommodate spoilers, so it will work great with your factory spoiler. The anti-sway cradles on the rack will prevent bike-to-bike and bike-to-vehicle contact. The OutWay attaches with only 2 straps compared to the 4-6 of other racks. This makes it the absolute easiest to use. It also has integrated locks for both the rack and the bikes. I have attached a review video of this bike rack for you.
If you plan on carrying bikes with alternative or step-though frames that lack a tradition top frame bar, I recommend using an adapter bar, like this one by Hollywood Racks # HRBA-PRO. The adapter bar attaches between the seat post and the handlebar stem. This provides a more secure mounting point for the top hook of the platform bike rack. I have attached a product review video of this adapter bar for you.
