WHICH BIKE RACK SUITS YOU? A GUIDE TO SMART BIKE TRANSPORT

Whether you’re a daily cyclist, e-bike enthusiast, or mountain biker, having a reliable bike rack is key to making your journey smoother. In this guide, we walk you through different models, show you how to choose the right rack for your car, and introduce our best solutions – like the Sarek bike carrier.

WHEN YOUR CAR AND BIKE NEED TO WORK TOGETHER

We’d all like to cycle more, but sometimes the journey doesn’t start until we get to the cabin, race venue, or mountains. That’s when you need a simple and dependable way to bring your bike along. A bike rack is the answer – but which type depends on:

1. How many bikes you want to transport.
2. What kind of car you have (towbar, roof rack, or trunk access).
3. What kind of bike you have (e-bike, road bike, kids’ bike).

THREE WAYS TO TRANSPORT BIKES BY CAR

Towbar-Mounted Bike Racks

The most stable and popular choice. Mounted directly onto the towbar, these racks offer low lift height and high capacity. They’re easy to install and support heavier bikes, like e-bikes. You’ll also have easy access to the bikes, and with a tilt function, you can still access the trunk with the rack mounted.

We recommend: Sarek, TowQuick, or TowVoyage

Roof-Mounted Bike Racks

Great if your trunk is already in use or if your car doesn’t have a towbar. These racks keep the back of your car free and can be combined with a roof rack that fits your vehicle. Ideal for transporting a single bike or multiple bikes, depending on your needs.

We recommend: Roof Sprint or Roof Ride XXL

Trunk-Mounted Bike Racks

These racks are attached directly to the car’s trunk with straps and brackets. A flexible solution for cars without a towbar or for those who don’t want a roof rack. The advantage is that no permanent fittings or roof racks are required. Easy to mount and perfect for smaller cars.

We recommend: Rear Hike, Trail Multi, or Hatch S