Bike Mounts and Crossbars

[kurious]

A good 4'x6' tarp (to protect the interior) and quick-release pedals are the game-changer that makes this work for me.
For solo a folding full-size mountain bike like Montague makes and this takes <1 minute for one bike.

 

[DenverLucid]

Any updates on the cross bars and ski racks? I am picking up my new car on Saturday and will have a glass roof. The long term plan is to use this for our mountain trips.

 

[SteveR]

Lucid cross bars installed by Millbrae Svc ctr have been on my car for a year unused, but looking good. I just installed Yakima (via lucid) single road bike rack and completed 400 mile trip to Paso Robles without incident. Solid mounting connection to bike. Mileage was reduced so I slowed down and listened to music.
For local rides I will continue to remove front wheel and lower rear seat to insert bike; bike rack is awkward to keep on crossbars (cover won't fit, looks meh)
I recommend getting the optional Yakima lock which replaces the plug; get bra for bike handlebars if driving through buggy areas