How exactly does this hold five bikes? I only see 3 sets of cradles/straps.
632059
Well there are straps under the bottom that adjust. It is very hard to get five on it and we will probably only going to put 4 comfortably.
632060
The Double Down does have five cradles and straps. Need to be creative getting five bikes on tho. The illustration is for three bikes.
632061
The picture shows straps hanging down from the arms, three on one side and two on the other. These are the main straps for five bikes, the secondary straps are wrapped around the arms and hard to see in the picture. I agree with the other posts, four bikes is comfortable while five is a tight squeeze.
632062
They alternate sides so the parts appear strange in the photo, but it does have 5 sets of straps. In reality you can fit 4 comfortably, 5 in a pinch.
320376
I like this bike rack. I don't think it would work well for three bikes. Our two just fit. Once secured, I haven't any problem's with it loosening
352175
Yes, it will accommodate 4 bikes. There are actually 4 mounts shown in the picture but it is difficult to discern. This is an excellent bike rack and we have had 4 mountain bikes on it on occasion, 4 road bikes are easy to carry.
1494918
This carrier has three padded cradles spaced 5-3/4 inches on center that are 8-1/2 inches long. Bikes mount easily and are secured with 2 wide Velcro straps. It takes some artful arrangement to carry three bikes without rub points . . . I've mounted 2 ATBs and a road bike successfully. The carrier is a tad heavy at 30 pounds, but it's easy to install and remove. I am pleased with the price, quality and utility of this product.
320377
I bought the 3 bikes version. I don't really wish that I had bought the 2 bikes version instead tho. It is nice to know that you can carry 3 bikes instead of 2 and that 1 bike space is pretty convenient to me. I always leave a space in between bike because it's easier for me to space them and tie them down instead of having 2 right side by side with a risk of scratching each other (I always tie them down so they don't swing around). Having 3 bikes on them kinda makes me worry because they don't seem to be the most stable rack out there. When I have 3 bikes I made sure to go slow. Most of the time I won't have up to 3 bikes tho. I bought the 3 bikes version. I don't really wish that I had bought the 2 bikes version instead tho. It is nice to know that you can carry 3 bikes instead of 2 and that 1 bike space is pretty convenient to me. I always leave a space in between bike because it's easier for me to space them and tie them down instead of having 2 right side by side with a risk of scratching each other (I always tie them down so they don't swing around). Having 3 bikes on them kinda makes me worry because they don't seem to be the most stable rack out there. When I have 3 bikes I made sure to go slow. Most of... » Read More I bought the 3 bikes version. I don't really wish that I had bought the 2 bikes version instead tho. It is nice to know that you can carry 3 bikes instead of 2 and that 1 bike space is pretty convenient to me. I always leave a space in between bike because it's easier for me to space them and tie them down instead of having 2 right side by side with a risk of scratching each other (I always tie them down so they don't swing around). Having 3 bikes on them kinda makes me worry because they don't seem to be the most stable rack out there. When I have 3 bikes I made sure to go slow. Most of the time I won't have up to 3 bikes tho. « Show Less
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You would have to get an adapter. And I am not sure I would recomment that as this thing flops around pretty good as is. An adapter would magnify the bounce and may cause a failure. That is not specific to this model. 5 bikes are heavy on any carrier. This is a nice rack, but there is a pretty significant amount of bouncing that takes place on bumpy roads.
1766762
It comes with plenty of straps and is very easy to install. The only issue I have is it likes to bounce pretty hard when you hit expansion joints in the road so secure your bikes very well. I've had four bikes on it and haven't lost any yet.
1747332
I've put 3 bikes on my Jeep Wrangler, but they were titanium and only weigh about 20 lbs each. The rack is very solid and would have no problen with any 3 bikes, but your spare tire and tailgate hinges might...
996835
Only for 4 bikes. It will not hold 5 bikes without damaging the bikes and your fingers.
624192
That's a tricky question with no one right answer. The bars are vary strong but how is the weight distributed? The mounts would be of greater concern especially how they attach to the roof. I have had no problems with 4 bikes or two canoes. The bars will do the job, just use good judgement on the rest.
1739740
It has 5 but if your handy you could add more hooks. And probably add another row about half way down to hold more.
1181938
I just used a ratchet strap ( three of them ) to hold them down. This works pretty good, but you need to be careful because they will rub together. This unit does a very good job transporting bikes or anything else you need. I have mine on the back of my camper and used it several times last year.
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I was able to fit 1 men's & 1 women's bike without any problems. Make sure you hang them in opposite directions i.e. handle bars on one bike to rear wheel on the other and I used a small bungy cord on each set of wheels to keep them from moving. Make sure all straps are tight and you will have no problem traveling long distances with your bikes on the rack.
1916027
This is the adapter to hold the bike rack. Your 2, 3 or 4 bike rack goes into it. It is solidly made with heavy duty steel plates top and bottom and should be able to hold any number of bikes.
1274502
Although the bike cradles do rotate, it's not enough to accommodate a typical adult lady's bike. An added adapter bar for the girl's bike does work. The rack does not easily accommodate smaller bikes since the cradle/rack may be to big to fit through the center of the smaller bike without considerable effort.
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I'm really not sure. It certainly seems like it should. I use it on with my Honda Civic and for some reason the side straps seem not to work well; they keep sliding down the groove and then either falling out altogether or so loose the straps aren't doing anything. I'm sure it's just me. My biggest concern: I'm just not sure these are "safe" / "adequate" to hold four adult bikes. I use it for two, maybe three bikes. By the time one gets to four adult bikes one should probably get those heavy duty bike racks that attach to a U-Haul-type hitch.
1593051
This package does not come with anything but the bike holder. Not the entire wrack. Basically it is just the bar that points upward. I do not know what type of bikes the carrier will hold, I bought the item not knowing that it wasn't the entire picture. I kept the item only because I am going to buy the carrier sometime in Jan. or Feb. Good luck I hope this helped.