Can a Trailer be Towed and Bike Rack be Carried at Same Time

Updated 04/16/2019 | Published 04/15/2019

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Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter, 2" or 10" Drop/Rise

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Stromberg Carlson Bike Bunk Trailer-Mounted Bike Rack Carrier for A-Frame Trailers - 2"-100 lbs

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Curt Multipurpose Ball Mount with 2" Receiver for Bike Racks and Cargo Carriers - 7,500 lbs

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Question:

Can I use this on my tow vehicles Mazda CX-5 hitch so that I can pull my small travel trailer Aliner Ranger 12 and hold a bike rack at the same time? Why does the note say do not use to tow a trailer?

asked by: Paul B

Expert Reply:

We have great solutions to allow you to tow a small trailer and carry a bike rack but the Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter # RM-077-10 that you referenced was designed for applications where a vehicle is being flat towed behind an RV. The most similar adapter that might work for you is the Curt # D210 which has a ball mount platform and a hitch opening above it.

Another great option is the Stromberg Bike Bunk part # CC-275 which attaches to the a-frame of your camper and gives you a hitch opening above the coupler for a bike rack. Or we have bike racks that are designed to attach to a ball mount shank like the # S64664.

expert reply by: Jameson C