billyphatu
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- 2015 CX-5 GS AWD Grey
Has anyone used a trunk-mounted bike rack on their CX-5? I understand there to be some concern with the straps applying pressure to the spoiler and can see why. Is there a way round this, or do we know if there're any racks out there that are proven to work well on the CX-5?
I've been looking at used racks but they all tend to be the cheap ones you get from Canadian Tire/Home Depot. For new, right now I am looking at the Saris Bones line of racks. https://www.etrailer.com/Trunk-Bike-Racks/Mazda/CX-5/2015/SA801BL.html?vehicleid=20151610904 - Thinking if you position it high enough the pressure would be less?
Load will vary from one to three bikes, range will be mostly short trips to the park with a few long road trips. Interior cargo space is not an option due to child seat. Budget is low, otherwise I would just go for hitch and hitch-mount rack. Roof rack is just a pain.
Any advice or tips appreciated.
I've been looking at used racks but they all tend to be the cheap ones you get from Canadian Tire/Home Depot. For new, right now I am looking at the Saris Bones line of racks. https://www.etrailer.com/Trunk-Bike-Racks/Mazda/CX-5/2015/SA801BL.html?vehicleid=20151610904 - Thinking if you position it high enough the pressure would be less?
Load will vary from one to three bikes, range will be mostly short trips to the park with a few long road trips. Interior cargo space is not an option due to child seat. Budget is low, otherwise I would just go for hitch and hitch-mount rack. Roof rack is just a pain.
Any advice or tips appreciated.