Crossbar and Bike Rack Recommendation to Fit RetraxPRO MX Tonneau Cover on 2022 Ram 3500

Published 10/11/2022

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RetraxPRO MX Hard Tonneau Cover - Retractable - Aluminum - Matte Black

(46)

$2199.99

Replacement Side Rails for Retrax XR Series Hard Tonneau Cover

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$437.64

Thule ProRide XT Roof Bike Rack - Frame Mount - Clamp On or Channel Mount - Aluminum

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$349.95

Question:

Vehicle 2022 Ram 3500 long bed with a retractable Retrax PRO MX serial number 82233. I am interested in cross bars as well as attachments to carry 2 adult 26 bicycles. What are my options? Thanks in advance

asked by: Scott A

Expert Reply:

Since you have the RetraxPRO MX Hard Tonneau Cover # RT80233 on your 2022 Ram 3500 you'll need to swap out your current rails for the XR Series Rails # RTX45FR. This way you get the T-Slots in the rails so you can mount accessories.

Once we have the XR rails in place I recommend using the Rhino-Rack Vortex Crossbars # RRVA165B-RRRLT600 which come with standard aero-style crossbars so it's compatible with a wide variety of applications, but also features quick releases behind the locked covering for the legs so you can remove just the legs and crossbars for better truck access if the need arises.

Then for a bike rack I recommend checking out the Thule ProRide XT Roof Bike Rack # TH598004 because it secures the bike by the frame which means it's compatible with a wide variety of styles plus you don't have to remove the front wheel to install the bike.

If this rack doesn't seem to fit the bill for your bikes please let me know what bikes you have and I can make a different recommendation!

expert reply by: Jon G