Bike Rack for Front Hitch....Experiences?
I have put a front hitch on my 2011 Dodge 3500 with the intention of hauling bikes, firewood, etc. I am looking into bike racks, but would like to carry 4 bikes (2 adult, 2 child). Does anyone do th...
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iwski wrote:
Thanks for the responses so far. I had not thought about the headlights reflecting back into your eyes from the rims of the bikes. My Dodge's headlights are down somewhat low compared to a truck like billtex's older Chevy cat-eye headlights. Not sure if that would help or not.
Our truck has the OE "driving lights" which are down low...this helps a lot.
The only time we have any glare is with the high beams...which I don't like anyway...the driving lights give a nice broad light path on our truck.
Never had any problems with heat/airflow...even driving for days in 100* temps.
We find the front rack very convenient...it is easy to get bikes on/off.
I agree some Folks might find it unsettling having the bikes up front...both DW and I are used to it now...it is the best solution for us.
I like the bikes where I can see them, I would not trust a ladder rack, and anything in the back gets filthy from the backdraft.
It's one of those things you'll have to try yourself and see if it works for you...
Bill
