Berlingo Cyclerack/carrier

[Guest LOVEMYLINGO]

hi to you all

 

is there anyone out there who can recommend the safest sturdiest type of cycle carrier for about 3/4

 

bikes, I dont want to transport via the roof, i wanted to know how good are the tow ball type? or are

 

the tailgates strong enough to carry them, do the damage the tailgate?

 

thanks

[oofmeister]

I've got a mate who uses a Thule towbar-mounted rack behind a Zafira. It takes 3 bikes and he's pretty pleased with it. He's a serious bike-addict, and the total value of bikes on the back is often greater than that of the car, so I trust his opinion. I'm planning on getting one myself, but have to get the 'Lingo to attatch it to first!

[Guest LOVEMYLINGO]

Thanks i have been looking at thule towball racks since writing the first post, cheers for the advice

[oofmeister]

Thanks i have been looking at thule towball racks since writing the first post, cheers for the advice

 

Halfrauds have got one on offer at £99 at the moment I think.

[Dingoinda]

I have used a cycle rack on the back of my Berlingo to carry two bikes. I had it from two previous estate cars with no problems. It was a halfords item about £60.00 at the time (probably 3 years ago). The bikes go high enough to clear lights and numberplate and I have also permanently installed an additional high vis brake light just above the wiper motor cover. The rack can carry 3 bikes max. The last time the bikes were transported I put them straight in the back without dismantling !!! Not many estate cars can do that!!!