OK, I know this is an odd question but I'm sure someone out there is just as crazy as I am.
I plan to take my bicycles (up to 2, 1for me, 1 for companion). with me on certain road trips.
I have Alway's transported my bikes INSIDE the vehicle with me. Of the years / cars I've owned - I've only used 1 rack consistently - but that was for a very specific purpose.
My current Subaru Legacy (and previous Outback, Volvo 740 and 8xx, VW passat....) have all been able to handle 2 road bikes (and mine is BIG) comfortably and safe -- so as crazy as you think I am, I know from experience.
So on to my question:
* Has anyone found a way to comfortably mount their bikes inside the MP.
--- YES I do realize what I'm saying and I do realize I will be restricting access to amenities inside the vehicle....
* Do you have any images you could share.
Details:
* Bikes: Road or Gravel bikes
* I'm comfortable removing both wheels, but NOT pedals or Handle bar
Will I buy a Hitch rack -- NO, NO I do not plan on it unless I can't avoid it --- I can't imagine every buying one, even if you gave me one for free - I can't ever see using it..
1st of all - I don't like how any of the European hitch racks work with bikes
--- I'm sure MANY will explain to me how great the hitch racks are (and safe) - you can NOT sell me on the racks i've seen
--- I have seen 2 hitch racks that I would accept, but I think they are only legal in the USA
2nd I think the hitch racks are extremely bulky and cumbersome
3rd I really HATE placing my bikes behind the vehicle (or on top of such a large vehicle)
4th the two bikes I'll be carrying are valued to me more then any car.
I plan to take my bicycles (up to 2, 1for me, 1 for companion). with me on certain road trips.
I have Alway's transported my bikes INSIDE the vehicle with me. Of the years / cars I've owned - I've only used 1 rack consistently - but that was for a very specific purpose.
My current Subaru Legacy (and previous Outback, Volvo 740 and 8xx, VW passat....) have all been able to handle 2 road bikes (and mine is BIG) comfortably and safe -- so as crazy as you think I am, I know from experience.
So on to my question:
* Has anyone found a way to comfortably mount their bikes inside the MP.
--- YES I do realize what I'm saying and I do realize I will be restricting access to amenities inside the vehicle....
* Do you have any images you could share.
Details:
* Bikes: Road or Gravel bikes
* I'm comfortable removing both wheels, but NOT pedals or Handle bar
Will I buy a Hitch rack -- NO, NO I do not plan on it unless I can't avoid it --- I can't imagine every buying one, even if you gave me one for free - I can't ever see using it..
1st of all - I don't like how any of the European hitch racks work with bikes
--- I'm sure MANY will explain to me how great the hitch racks are (and safe) - you can NOT sell me on the racks i've seen
--- I have seen 2 hitch racks that I would accept, but I think they are only legal in the USA
2nd I think the hitch racks are extremely bulky and cumbersome
3rd I really HATE placing my bikes behind the vehicle (or on top of such a large vehicle)
4th the two bikes I'll be carrying are valued to me more then any car.