Can I put a bike rack on my Toyota Prius? Rear hitch and bike rack is the way to go for Toyota Prius owners!

Prius installation of rear hitch and rear bike rack: prius-bike-rack-instructions

Have you been thinking about getting a Toyota Prius but have wondered how you will be able to carry my bike around?

There is an answer! Why not have the best of both worlds; great gas mileage and the ease of carrying two bikes around. A rear hitch-mounted bike rack is one of the best option for Toyota Prius owners or shoppers looking into buying a Prius.

Although the Toyota dealerships will install the trailer hitch for you, installation is easy and something you can do on your own. You can install the hitch in about 30 minutes or less.Things You Will Need That Are Necessary:

• Trailer hitch Curt Model 11468
• Socket wrench with a 14m and 17m socket
• Hand socket wrench with a 10m socket
• Flat head screw driver for releasing the plastic rivets holding the underbody fascia in place
• Heavy scissors or tin snips to trim the plastic under-body fascia
• Extra set of hands to help you lift the trailer hitch into place

Things That Are NOT Necessary But Helpful:

• Mechanic’s Creeper
• Drive-on Ramps

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Dooit Activity Trailer – TriFest Best of Show

This past weekend was TriFest in Tucson, Arizona. There were tons of exhibitors at the TriFest expo. There were a lot of cool new products but one that really stood out was the new Dooit Activity Trailer.

The Dooit Activity Trailer is a lightweight sport trailer that allows you to haul all your outdoor gear with safety and style and still economize on fuel.

You no  longer need to drive an environmentally UNFRIENDLY vehicle all week just to have room for all your weekend or vacation necessities, nor do you have to strain to mount your gear on your vehicles roof and suffer the reduced fuel economy that results.

The reason the Activity Trailer jumped out at me is because I drive a Toyota Prius and the Dooit Activity Trailer can be pulled behind a Prius.

TriSports.com is now carrying the Dooit Activity Trailer.

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