Hi
Check out this link, I just found it today, looks like these bars are made to fit the 08 model. There is also a link on there for fitting instructions
http://www.micksgarage.co.uk/ProdDetail ... teID=32475
Jason
Bike/cycle carrier
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Re: Bike/cycle carrier
Hey guys I've looked into this issue. I've come across this product which seems to overcome the need for the two straps to lean on the rear spoiler. It is the 'AVENIR high rise 3 bike boot fitting rack', from cyclex for around £100. You'll see that the height of it means it pulls the straps from above the rear window and no from below, as with other racks, including the 'bones' rack already mentioned. Worth a look! Link; http://www.cyclex.co.uk/product/avr801-cx.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Re: Bike/cycle carrier
I have given up with the roof bar/roof rack options and decided to go down the bike bag route and put the seats down and just stick it straight in the boot. Saves on fuel too.
I can rely on my car, it's my Roc!!!
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Re: Bike/cycle carrier
Im keen on the boot mounted rack idea as my bikes has hydrolic brakes, and no dought when I take off the front wheel ill end up pressing the front brake and get brake fluid all over the inside of my car.:-)
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Re: Bike/cycle carrier
Has anyone solved the rear bike carrier problem?
I have a bones rack but am concered about the roof catches - the rack clips under the boot door so the rear bumber not a problem....but not sure the roof spoiler will hold?
I have a bones rack but am concered about the roof catches - the rack clips under the boot door so the rear bumber not a problem....but not sure the roof spoiler will hold?
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Re: Bike/cycle carrier
For anyone wanting to tow or add a roof rack, or cycle carrier....why didn't you buy a Volvo Estate?
2013 - Tornado Red MK7 Golf GTD on order
2011-2013 - Rising Blue 170GT
2009-2011 - Pewter Roc 140GT
2007-2009 - Tornado Red Golf 170TDI GT
2005-2007 - Black Pearl Golf 140TDI GT
2003-2005 - Black Pearl Polo 1.9TDI
2011-2013 - Rising Blue 170GT
2009-2011 - Pewter Roc 140GT
2007-2009 - Tornado Red Golf 170TDI GT
2005-2007 - Black Pearl Golf 140TDI GT
2003-2005 - Black Pearl Polo 1.9TDI
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Re: Bike/cycle carrier
Ah now why didn't I think of that.......?
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Re: Bike/cycle carrier
Or a skoda octavia Vrs. Same engine and gearboxmaisbitt wrote:For anyone wanting to tow or add a roof rack, or cycle carrier....why didn't you buy a Volvo Estate?