Any durable bike rack suggestion?

[RoadTrailSwim]

I'm starting to enjoy 2 wheels with my son. Well, I'm planning to install a bike rack for our subie ascent. I'm thinking of either hitch type or roof mount. Don't know the pros and cons yet but this one https://parts.subaruonlineparts.com...kes-soa567b041?c=bD0xJm49U2VhcmNoIFJlc3VsdHM= is suggested by my cyclist friend in NY. He's been using it for couple of years and got no problem. Any thoughts?

 

[cparis68]

Well in general, a roof rack has 1 downside, at least for me. Covered parking spots and drive thru's. YES after a year or so, it is easy to forget! Also, mine had extra drag, plus more drag with bikes. I have moved to a trailer hitch mount, and your choice of tray or hanger style. But I would say trailer hitch style hands down.
Happy Riding.
Chip

 

[Dbp05ret]

I started with a roof rack (Thule) on my 2018 OB. Switched over to hitch rack called 1 Up. Had Subaru Dealer install hitch. By having hitch rack, I got better fuel mileage and easier loading and unloading bicycles.

 

[Comiskeybum]

We use the Saris Bones. I got it when I picked up my Trek. It is easy to strap onto the back of my Forester or Ascent and nothing on it scratches the paint or anything like that. I have the 3 bike version.

 

[seh]

I bought the Thule T2 Pro XTR 2-Bike Hitch Rack at REI last year - can't beat it. Easy to put on/take off. Built in security. Easy loading. Great rear lift back access.
https://www.rei.com/product/190985/thule-t2-pro-xtr-2-bike-hitch-rack?sku=1909850002#