Recommended Roof Mounted Bike Rack for BMX Bikes on Thule Aero Roof Rack
Updated 08/24/2017 | Published 08/23/2017
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Question:
We have just ordered the following with Etrailer.com Thule AeroBlade Podium Aero Bar Roof Rack - 2011 BMW 3 Series For 4 door that has no existing rails or crossbars. 1 - Can I order the Thule Big Mouth Bike Rack and if so , what other parts do I need. This is for my sons bmw to transport his BMX bikes. Thule 599XTR Big Mouth Upright Rooftop Bicycle Carrier Thanks
asked by: Kathy P
Expert Reply:
For your Thule AeroBlade roof rack, I recommend the Thule ProRide XT Roof Bike Rack - Frame Mount - Clamp On or Channel Mount # TH598004 to transport the BMX bikes. The Big Mouth Bike rack you mentioned has been discontinued and although we have some replacement parts, we don't have the bike rack itself. The ProRide is similar in design but has some upgraded features. The wheel holders slide and have ratcheting straps to secure the front and rear wheels to the tray. The pivoting arm folds down flush when not in use. It has a torque-limiting dial to prevent frame damage from over-tightening. The padded clamp has pads to protect from scratches and the lower jaw holds your bike in place while you finish loading it. This carrier can mount into the channels of your crossbars. I've attached a video to assist.
