I’m considering a towbar for my Cupra TDI, done a search but still need advice…
I know that to some people it’s as socially acceptable as neon undercar lighting kits LOL, but I’m looking for alternative ways of carrying a few bikes on my Ibiza and this seems a good option. At the moment I’ve got roofbars but I’m not happy with them TBH – they keep slipping and don’t feel that secure, plus from searching I’ve heard of issues of roofs being creased/dented.
My two options are:
1/ fit a towbar and get a towbar-mounting bike rack
2/ fit a rear-mounting strap-on (ooo eer!) bike rack (which aren’t as secure)
The towbar might also come in useful if I borrow my mate’s trailer for any reason. I am going to be trying a mate’s Thule raear-mounting bike rack this weekend I hope, fingers crossed if it fits then I’ll get one for myself and won’t need a towbar, but I’m not hopeful because of the spoiler…
I’ve done a bit of searching and am aware that the bumper needs a bit of cutting to fit a towbar. But does anyone have any picture of towbars fitted to Ibizas? (specifically FRs/Cupras with the deeper bumper). I’m keen to see how good/bad they look, plus how much cutting of the bumper is required.
Also, any advice regarding fitment/supply/etc would be much appreciated.
Cheers
Ally
I know that to some people it’s as socially acceptable as neon undercar lighting kits LOL, but I’m looking for alternative ways of carrying a few bikes on my Ibiza and this seems a good option. At the moment I’ve got roofbars but I’m not happy with them TBH – they keep slipping and don’t feel that secure, plus from searching I’ve heard of issues of roofs being creased/dented.
My two options are:
1/ fit a towbar and get a towbar-mounting bike rack
2/ fit a rear-mounting strap-on (ooo eer!) bike rack (which aren’t as secure)
The towbar might also come in useful if I borrow my mate’s trailer for any reason. I am going to be trying a mate’s Thule raear-mounting bike rack this weekend I hope, fingers crossed if it fits then I’ll get one for myself and won’t need a towbar, but I’m not hopeful because of the spoiler…
I’ve done a bit of searching and am aware that the bumper needs a bit of cutting to fit a towbar. But does anyone have any picture of towbars fitted to Ibizas? (specifically FRs/Cupras with the deeper bumper). I’m keen to see how good/bad they look, plus how much cutting of the bumper is required.
Also, any advice regarding fitment/supply/etc would be much appreciated.
Cheers
Ally