Recommended Two Bike Rack for Carbon Fiber Frame Bikes

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Will this bike rack scratch my bike frame? I have a really expensive carbon fiber mountain bike and Im skeptical that this might scratch the frame.

asked by: Alex V

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In order to carry bikes with delicate carbon fiber frames it is always best to use a wheel mount bike rack as there will be no chance of scratching or damaging the frame that way. For this, I recommend the Kuat Transfer 2 Bike Platform Rack part # KU74FR. The Transfer is one of my favorite bike racks because it's super lightweight at only 37 lbs so it will be easy to get on and off the vehicle. The Transfer also has an open frame design so you can just walk the bikes right into the rack which makes for easy loading.

expert reply by: Conner L

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