Choppie Posted March 19, 2021 Share I'm in the market for a new towball bike carrier. I require something that could carry 3 MTB's. Will the Thule Euroway G2 3 bike carrier actually fit 3 MTB's or is there something else from Thule that would work better? Anyone with experience with these... would appreciate your feedback before I make a decision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rorydewet Posted March 19, 2021 Share Most Thule bike carriers can manage the number of bikes that they are stated for. I have a Thule velocompact, which is a 3 bike carrier. however you can buy an adaptor for adding a 4th bike. I have added the adaptor and its all works. You just need to stagger bikes. Big bike, small bike, big bike , small bike. We also alternate direction. Front wheel left then next bike front wheel right, and repeat Im sure you can make it work lots of ways , but that works for us in terms of 4 bikes. OVERDRIVE 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Sywurm Posted March 19, 2021 Share This might not be the case for the Thule, but I have a hang on Buzzrack for three bikes. There is no way I would ever considder loading three bikes on that and I don't think is possible. Two is easy. I will always buy a rack for one bike more than I need, just in case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steady Spin Posted March 19, 2021 Share My Thule VeloCompact 2 bike fits 2 29er boost spacing bikes but it is tight and i need to place a small spacer between the the fork and rear stays of the two bikes. I’m sure you’ll be fine. Pool noodles time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darko Posted March 19, 2021 Share I have the Thule HangOn 3. It's a struggle with 2 bikes. I am also in the market for a EuroWay, so keen to see what others that have one have to say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted March 19, 2021 Share I'm in the market for a new towball bike carrier. I require something that could carry 3 MTB's. Will the Thule Euroway G2 3 bike carrier actually fit 3 MTB's or is there something else from Thule that would work better? Anyone with experience with these... would appreciate your feedback before I make a decision.I've got the Thule Euroway G2 3 bike rack. With some practice and fiddling I can fit three 29er MTBs. Dropper posts / removing seatposts makes it a bit easier. Depending on bike sizes and positioning there is generally some contact so something like the Imbi or a pool noodle is useful. If find the main challenge is with dual suspension bikes and ensuring that the arm for the 2nd and 3rd bike each has a clear path through the frames to clip onto the bike. There are ways it works best and once I got used to laying out the bikes accordingly it works fine. Steady Spin and Wane Rossouw 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steady Spin Posted March 19, 2021 Share This is what I use between the frame and fork. Fits a Fox 34 and Rockshox Pike perfectly https://4x4direct.co.za/cargo-tracks-and-fittings/9711-quickfist-bracket-892402000104.html At the time I couldn't find stock of the Imbi anywhere (It is now a Thuli product I believe) and pool noodles are messy and they don't always stay in place. ChrisF 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Choppie Posted March 19, 2021 Share Thanks for the replies. I'll get some pool noodles as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OVERDRIVE Posted March 19, 2021 Share Big fan of Thule. Fear nothing and buy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kranswurm Posted March 19, 2021 Share I have had two of these,different generations of course...The 3 bike takes two 29ers and 3 road bikes,and not at the same time Edited March 19, 2021 by Kranswurm ChrisF 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LazyTrailRider Posted March 19, 2021 Share I have a Euroway G2 3-bike. Technically: Yes, I guess you can fit 3 bikes with tons of fiddling and scratching. Practically: I wouldn’t even consider it, 2 bikes only just don’t make contact. If you don’t mind removing seatposts and turning bars, I guess it’s workable. If you want a load-and-go within 2 minutes setup, you’ll be disappointed. Overall: As a 2-bike carrier, the 3-bike version is a dream to use. Edited March 19, 2021 by Martin Hattingh ChrisF 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
droo Posted March 23, 2021 Share As a general rule, for road bikes it'll take the stated capacity. Mountain bikes if non-Boost will fit with some high level Tetris. Boost you'll only fit 3 bikes on if you don't like your paintwork. Velospace and Easyfold are the two that'll have the best chance of doing the job. ChrisF and Kuys 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headshot Posted March 23, 2021 Share I love my roof mount bike racks. Over the weekend we had hassles with the 2 bike Thule version and one bike was a 26er... OVERDRIVE 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OVERDRIVE Posted March 23, 2021 Share I love my roof mount bike racks. Over the weekend we had hassles with the 2 bike Thule version and one bike was a 26er...I’m in awe of you. After a 106km trail ride I’ll never have the power to lift a bike on a roof, I once tried with a friend and it didn’t end well ???? Headshot 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuys Posted March 23, 2021 Share I refrain from putting 3 bikes on my 3 x bike Thule. Even with 1 x large full sus, 1x 20" and 1 x 24" When I do, I always have to turn the handlebars of at least one of them and take a pedal or 2 off. As Droo pointed out, its high level Tetris, and you need some level of frame protection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headshot Posted March 23, 2021 Share I’m in awe of you. After a 106km trail ride I’ll never have the power to lift a bike on a roof, I once tried with a friend and it didn’t end well The secret is to never do 106km rides like me. I do battle at times, especially with the higher roof racks on my SUV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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