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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000ELSSZE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ep_dp_2JkwBb7T1T11C
I am giving serious consideration to buying one of these:
It would be a snap to mount to any of the rear racks I use. And, you know, N+1 happens so it's good to be prepared.
I use this. Seems crazy, but I’ve had no issues so far.
ROCKBROS Sucker Bike Rack for Car Roof Suction Cup Bicycle Carrier Quick Release Aluminium Alloy Roof Rack for 1 Bike https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PPNVHT4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_4ENKB2HVY29K49FW5V71
The kind that have wheel cups or slots would work fine. They are far superior in general. But you need a hitch. It's worth it to have a hitch rack.
Otherwise you can get a bar that goes across the bike. I hate anything touching my paint because it invariably gets dinged or rubbed. The rad rover is pretty heavy though a wheel cup style would be much better.
Downtube could work as long as it has enough clearance for the front wheel. the top tube could work but you might need to add a bar between the seat post and the steering tube (Something like this) for added support. Or you could get one of those rear cargo racks that attach to the seat post (like this) and put the battery on it.
I know everyone is crapping on you for the rack, and screw the haters...
Just for reference sake, the two foam pads sit On the trunk lid, and the bottom two basically sit on your license plate. Make sure you tighten and then half hitch the loops (that hold tension with friction) because those will come lose. That nylon strap is really prone to coming loose. You can also get the length set in place and then sew the strap in place. Cut the extra slack and be done with it.
Allen makes an adapter for mountain bikes. It keeps your bike straight across the back and the tires won't stick out as much (reducing wind drag). Works great, well built, and it's cheap (shockingly).
Lastly, get some bungie cord to keep the bike attached to the rack so it doesn't swing back off the car when wind is pushing against it and then whack the back of your car when you stop (speaking from experience here).
Congrats on the bike, it looks great :)
You need to decide if you are only interested in carrying one kayak or if you might foresee the need to carry two. One kayak can lay flat on top of a car, two will have to be on their sides. For carrying only one, you don't even absolutely have to have bars on top. You can get some of the tie downs that slide under the hood and trunk to tie down the bow and stern and use pool noodles between the roof of the car and the kayak (might want to drive carefully though). They also make pads specifically for this purpose. If you do go with bars (I did) you can use cradles for one canoe or J racks for two. Don't strap it directly to the bars because you can deform the hull. I personally use an older version of this system and it has served me well. I park in a parking garage for work and wanted to be able to fold the rack down without having to remove it every time. I'm using the older square style Thule bars, but wish I had paid more for the round ones because wind noise is definitely noticeable (though I have gotten used to it). The Bass Pro bars are probably fine, just make sure they have good reviews. If you are going to be driving at highway speeds with your kayak, I would strongly recommend finding a way to secure the bow and stern in addition to strapping the kayak to the rack. I recently purchased a couple of tie downs from Amazon that bolt to the fenders under the hood as this seems a bit more secure than the kind that use pressure from the hood to stay in place. They haven't arrived yet, so I can't say how well they work. For the stern I'll probably be tying it to the trailer hitch.
A very inexpensive method for transporting your bike in the bed of your Tacoma is to purchase something this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000AO7GRG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_dp_T2_05dszbQ8H30KX
I bought 2 to transport friends bikes for a big event 4 of us went to. Screwed them to a piece of plywood and set it in the back of my F-150. Worked very very well. These are for traditional quick release axles. Amazon (and I'm sure your LBS) sells a version for through axle.
I definitely recommend a pair of shorts or bibs. For me personally it's bibs 100%. Since I got a set last summer, I haven't rode anything else.
Lock is nice if you plan to leave the bike unattended.
Waterbottles are a must.
A minimal set of tools so you can repair a flat and make adjustments on the road.
You do NOT absolutely need shoes or pedals right now. You can enjoy the bike as is and buy pedals/shoes when you are ready. Some shops will sell the bike with no pedals, others will include them. You can probably get them to throw in some cheap pedals with the sale to get you by for a while.
I also highly suggest a blinking head and tail light - as bright as possible. For day or night riding it'll help others see you.
Which bike did you end up deciding on? Your list in the other post was quite extensive and a very good list. Good luck!
https://smile.amazon.com/RockBros-Rooftop-Release-Upright-Carrier/dp/B073ST3HZ4
RockBros branded suction-cup roof mounted rack. My friend has the SeaSucker version and reviews say this one is just as great. very tempted.
I travel with our Runner1’s up and down the West Coast using the INNO truck bed bike rack. The overall length of the bike is 1” longer than the Ford 5” bed so the INNO just helps keep it in place rather than do the work of holding it there, so YMMV
I’m looking for a bike and plan to get these
My cousin used a trunk mount on her Jetta and it bent her trunk lid. I also don’t want a hitch on my car, I think it looks silly lol. My Genesis Coupe came with one and I uninstalled it myself, it just looks out of place on a “sports” car.
I’ve used a fork mount mounted on the back of my cargo bike. Maybe you could mount one to a standard rear rack, even if it’s high up. Otherwise, maybe you could mount it to a trailer. So you would be towing the trailer and then the bike. I usually just strap the front tire to the bike being towed with voile straps.
I use a cheap bike mount like the one in the following link:
I use a mount similar to the ones in this link to attach them to the crossbar:
I have these attached to the cross bar and use two toe straps to strap the rear wheel to the other cross bar. It’s super simply and cheap. And sturdy. I only have two of these, but I bet you could get four on top of your Outback. It’s not going to have that Thule badge for everyone to see but it will get your bikes to trail head.
(These were recommended in another thread)[https://www.bakkiecycles.fr/fr/bakkies/2-sacoche-velo-porte-bagage-bakkie-light-3770010131137.html]
The idea being you put the wheel In the sling and tow it that way.
I have also contemplated bolting one of (these)[MBP Alloy Quick Release Fork Mount Bike Block (9x100mm) Truck Bed / Rack / Storage https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MDXZGMB/] to my Mundo running boards and then tossing the front wheel in a pannier.
I’ll offer an alternative, if you have the long bed and only are mainly concerned about transporting one bike… this has been fantastic so far. It even latches to the channels on my truxedo roll up. Holds my mtb in place ready well. I’m sure it works with regular bed as well with the tailgate down or front wheel turned.
INNO RT201 Truck Bed Bike Rack - Bike Mount for Standard Pickup Truck https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002MZQTL0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_3Q2VY3J31J1P927QCJVW
There's zero problem with the grease on the axle--it really doesn't need much grease and it doesn't really matter (the moving parts of hte hub don't actually touch the axle).
That said, you could buy one of these which might let you use your existing rack: https://us.amazon.com/Swagman-64005-Deluxe-Bar-Adapter/dp/B000YZG8JS/ref=pd_lpo_2?pd_rd_i=B000YZG8JS&psc=1 Lots of different options available, I just picked this one because it was cheap.
You have two options. The most expensive option possible is a receiver hitch mounted rack with a flat bottom where the bike rests on the wheels. The budget friendly option is an adapter bar to use with a hanging rack.
Example of an adapter:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000ELSSZE/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_2B6TNV9TAT4SNZB81RFP
My Runner1s are 1” longer than the length of my bed, so I use Inno Truck rail clamps and the pressure of closing the tailgate to drive all over the West Coast -2.5k miles and counting. I also thread a cable between all the tie downs with some combo locks for security.
Quick release delta cycle screwed into homemade 4x4 stand: solid and easily removable. Was also super cheap.
Delta Cycle & Home Bike Hitch Lockable Truck Bed Bike Mount - Bike Fork Mount for 9 x 100mm Road, Mountain, and Hybrid Bicycles - Lockable Quick Release Skewer Bike Mount https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000ACAM9C/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_TMWPFPFYR6YVESA4FNRC
they call it a “wind fairing.” i got it here: YAKIMA - WindShield Fairing for Roof Racks, Quiet Noise, Reduce Drag https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0171A6KKU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_JY7MF9N357ZCHTAJ9W9H?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I have a 5.5’ bed (67” to be exact). Runners are 68”, so the tires compress slightly and I use INNO side mount rack to keep them upright. Ran 2500 miles with them in the bed last summer and they didn’t move an inch even when cruising at 80.
YAKIMA - WindShield Fairing for Roof Racks, Quiet Noise, Reduce Drag https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0171A6KKU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_8ZE42MW324JGE3X2B14P?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I got the 46” one and it fits nicely. Although it honestly makes the wind noise louder unless you have the sunroof open, weirdly
I made a little wood platform using something like this. I guess I forgot to factor that into my price. I just had one laying around again and I was too lazy to keep pumping up my front tire.
https://www.amazon.com/MBP-Alloy-Release-9x100mm-Storage/dp/B07MDXZGMB
If you aren't super concerned with your bed, just attach a $15 quick release fork to it.
MBP Alloy Quick Release Fork Mount Bike Block (9x100mm) Truck Bed / Rack / Storage https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MDXZGMB/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_0HR3KQTGRPZX46XBQC4X?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
ROCKBROS Suction Cup Bike Rack for Car Roof Top Sucker Bike Rack Quick Release Aluminium Alloy Bike Carrier with Sucker for 1 Bike https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073ST3HZ4/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_HECFW535T2YN1TA8GN0J?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
And you will need adapter depending on fork like the Sea Sucker
I don’t want to take off the front wheel everytime, it’s a paid with disc brakes. I am planning on getting these
INNO RT201 Truck Bed Bike Rack - Bike Mount for Standard Pickup Truck https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002MZQTL0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_H73X6R4HNDN6TNY9VVGX?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
In an F-150 5’ (67” total length) bed, both of our runners fit inside snug when closing the gate. A runner is 68” long, so they are lightly sandwiched and I use these on the down tube to lock them in. Drove them around 3k miles this summer and they never budged, even while doing 80+ up and down I-5. The wagon would have to go over the tailgate, but the runner would be snug as a bug
Fork mount:
MBP Alloy Quick Release Fork Mount Bike Block (9x100mm) Truck Bed / Rack / Storage https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MDXZGMB/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_G5S3GV4Z236MNRPWD03N?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Get a top tube adapter.
Swagman DELUXE BAR ADAPTER https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000YZG8JS/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_N74H0H3BF9G7G3T2MKWQ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I can even fit a dh bike in my trunk with this by clamping the steerer between the upper and lower crown.