Both rear mount and roof bike carrier have excellent advantages, but it should be noted that they have their own issues as well. To be a more informed buyer, here are somethings you’ll want to be wary about.
Roof Bike Carrier
One of the concerns though of many people who make use of a roof bike carrier is cleanliness. Sometimes, after going for a bike ride in the woods or trail, it is only normal for dirt and soil to stick to the bike. Although many people clean their bikes before heading home, they aren’t able to clean it completely, and when it rains, the dirt and mud starts to drip onto the roof and the sides of the car. This doesn’t happen very often, but when it does, it can be a real bummer as they drip onto the wind shield and makes it harder to see the road.
Another problem that people have with a roof bike carrier is parking or driving through places with height restrictions. Say for example you’d like to pick up some food before going to the trails. You may find that you will have a hard time entering the drive through (though most drive-through have high tolerances). You may also find that your garage will have a low entry, so you need to take down the bikes first before you are able to park your car in your garage.
Rear Mount Bike Carrier
Perhaps the biggest advantage of using rear mount bike carrier (and also the main reason which makes them more popular than a roof bike carrier) is the ease of use. It is much easier to mount bikes onto a rear bike carrier as opposed to a roof bike carrier, especially for not so tall person or one who isn’t strong enough to lift bikes onto a vehicles roof.
One of the biggest concerns that people using rear mount bike carriers as opposed to roof bike carrier is the visibility on the rear. Because the bikes set on a rear mount carrier will typically cover much of the view from the rear, it can cause several issues with regards to backing up in parking spaces or any tight space for that matter.
Buy Quality Bike Carriers and Roof Rack Accessories from BC Autos
In all cases, whether you choose to go for a rear mount or roof bike carrier, what’s important is that you only buy high quality items to ensure that you don’t experience any problem while using it. Doing so ensures that both your bike and your vehicle, as well as the people along with your during the ride, will arrive at your destination safe and sound. If you are looking for such items, please feel free to get in touch with us through our telephone line at (02) 9723 3555 or leave message in our contact page. If you happen to be in the vicinity, you can also drop by our facility at Alfred Road, Chipping Norton, NSW so you can personally see our range of products.