3-wheel bicycle carrier

Gonzo42 wrote:
I have a Hollywood bike rack, which is configured for one trike and one standard. It can be re-configured for other bikes types and sizes.

I went online to look at these racks. They are very nice BUT very expensive. The rack that carries a trike and one regular bike costs $549 and shipping to me was $57 for a grand total of $607.

There is no way I could afford this rack. I think I will go with the option presented earlier by modifying a cargo rack.

Dave

I suggest you use schedule 80 PVC for strength.

golf_bears wrote:
Another thought to make it lighter is to use PVC piping.

Hum? I never though of that. I've got lots of left over PVC pipe, of all sizes. I'll muddle that one over in my head.

THANKS!!!!!!!

Another thought to make it lighter is to use PVC piping.

I have a Hollywood bike rack, which is configured for one trike and one standard. It can be re-configured for other bikes types and sizes.

The receiver-mount carriers for trikes are startingly expensive.
Our Catrike will fit in the truck bed, with fifth wheel hitch and the trailer connected, if we remove the two front wheels.

Thanks for the photos. Can I steal your design for my use? (grin)

This was a temporary quick fix that is ending up being permanent. The basic carrier is just a cargo carrier purchased from Tractor Supply Company. I removed the cage part and built the wood frame for the tires of the tricycle to rest in. I wanted to redo this using aluminum pipes or bars so it would be a bit lighter and easier to handle, but haven't gotten around to doing that yet. Meanwhile, this works well.









Maybe I'll just paint the wood black and call it a day! Why re-invent the wheel when something works?

DutchmenSport just did one for his trailer, ask for a pic.

Hitchrider.com You'll have to add a receiver to your 5th wheel.
Maybe this will give you some ideas for other options?