I'm currently stationed overseas and unfortunately can't check this out for myself until I return to the States. My first purchase after coming home (following a Chipotle burrito, of course!) will be a Mini but I need to be able to attach a rear-mounted bike rack. I can't stand roof racks and I don't like the idea of expensive and time-consuming modifications like the Minidomore.
Has anyone tried to use the Thule Raceway Rack on their Clubman? (I would include a link but cannot until I've submitted more posts)
Here's how I envision this working:
-You open the right rear door fully and the left partially
-Slide the top and bottom hooks onto the left door (with the rack's cables fully extended) and then shut it
-Now move the right door towards the closed position with just an inch or two of space before it closes completely
-Slide the hooks onto the right side door and then shut it
-Ratchet down the clamps
-Viola!
What sets this rack apart from other options is that it doesn't require stabilizing straps to the sides. Does anyone out there have experience with matching this rack with a Clubman? If not, what do the Clubman owners think? Is this an workable solution or is there an aspect of the Clubman's rear doors that I am overlooking that makes this impossible?
Has anyone tried to use the Thule Raceway Rack on their Clubman? (I would include a link but cannot until I've submitted more posts)
Here's how I envision this working:
-You open the right rear door fully and the left partially
-Slide the top and bottom hooks onto the left door (with the rack's cables fully extended) and then shut it
-Now move the right door towards the closed position with just an inch or two of space before it closes completely
-Slide the hooks onto the right side door and then shut it
-Ratchet down the clamps
-Viola!
What sets this rack apart from other options is that it doesn't require stabilizing straps to the sides. Does anyone out there have experience with matching this rack with a Clubman? If not, what do the Clubman owners think? Is this an workable solution or is there an aspect of the Clubman's rear doors that I am overlooking that makes this impossible?