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  1. 6th January 2016, 09:26 AM #1
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    Bike Rack for Discovery Sport

    I picked up my Discovery Sport (HSE SD4 Corris Grey, almond interior, 20 inch wheels, panoramic roof) on the weekend and so far have been impressed.

    I don't have a tow bar and am looking for a bike rack - one of the ones that 'clip' on to the back of the vehicle - none of the ones I have found yet state they are compatible with the discovery sport (too new??) - does anyone know if there is anything available?
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  2. 29th January 2016, 04:34 PM #2
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    If you've not found one yet take a look at a Saris Bones rack - they fit virtually everything.
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  3. 30th January 2016, 07:55 AM #3
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    Thanks - they look promising but don't list the discovery sport in the 'fit list' - the main issue is the size of the plastic 'spoiler' on the back and the fact it is completely integrated into the rear hatch leaving no metal lip for a rack to hook on to. Will keep looking!
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  4. 19th February 2016, 08:08 PM #4
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    If you don't have any luck, perhaps have a look into roof rack mounting options for carrying bikes.
    Have a look at this thread from a UK forum. There's quite a lot of discussion about options, particularly Thule.
    Discovery Sport Forums - Roof rails vs roof rack

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  5. 25th July 2016, 09:09 PM #5
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    Here's my solution - dealer fitted tow bar and a Thule VeloCompact 924 bike rack. Not a cheap option to be sure, but I plan on using the tow bar for other things...



    One of the nice features of this setup is that the rack can tilt with the bikes on it to allow the rear tailgate to open, so I can keep all my muddy & sweaty gear in the back and still have easy access to it.
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  6. 6th August 2016, 02:59 PM #6
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    And here's a picture of the rack in the tilted position giving access to the boot...

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  7. 9th August 2016, 11:57 PM #7
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    Vauxhall has had an option for a bike rack built into the rear bumper which sld out when you ant to use it, with the lifestyle orientation of the Discovery Sport m surprised this was not built in a n option by Land-River
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