4X4 Labs Bike carrier with Single Jerry Can

[thecriscokid]

I just wanted to share the bike rack that Luke at 4X4Labs built me. 2 Bike carrier with a single can holder. :sombrero:

[/IMG]

[/IMG]

 

[Schattenjager]

Great looking setup! Sweet rig!

 

[Flagster]

how stable?...any rocking/motion

 

[thecriscokid]

Great looking setup! Sweet rig!

Thanks, Coming along

how stable?...any rocking/motion

A little. I think most of the bounce is coming from the tire attachment. I only have a toe clip strap on there now. I think a nice Yak/thule ratchet would cinch it down nicely. I have noticed (since I remounted my spare tire carrier back there) some spare tire motion too. I guess thats the nature of the beast though

 

[Flagster]

Just curious why did you choose rear mount for bikes as opposed to top...other than drastically reducing your vehicles height...
I am trying to determine where to carry bikes and they are most likely going to go on top since I want to carry a canoe/kayaks also...

 

[thecriscokid]

Just curious why did you choose rear mount for bikes as opposed to top...other than drastically reducing your vehicles height...
I am trying to determine where to carry bikes and they are most likely going to go on top since I want to carry a canoe/kayaks also...

I guess it came down to:
#1 being able to drive tight trails/roads with bikes
#2 wind drag when not in use (no crossbar noise)
#3 Still able to use a RTT (If I go that way) without too much hastle
#3 easy to load/un-load

 

[coax]

Nice bike I've got the non-carbon model. I've been looking at the 4x4 labs setup, but just don't think I can spring for it right now. Super nice though!

 

[ChuckB]

Very cool!