Atera STRADA VARIO 3 bike carrier no. AR2751
Code: AR2751
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As well as many innovations that make this carrier really user friendly it has two big differences.
- It can take a max bike weight of 30kg (up to a maximum load of up to 66kg), great if you have heavier or electric bikes
- It folds for compact storage
As well as many innovations that make this carrier really user friendly it has two big differences.
- It can take a max bike weight of 30kg (up to a maximum load of up to 66kg), great if you have heavier or electric bikes
- It folds for compact storage
We reckon that Atera's STRADA range of carriers are the best designed and best engineered tow ball carriers on the market, bar none. Apart from its all round style, what's so special about the STRADA VARIO? (1) It can take a maximum load of up to 66kg, great if you have heavier or electric bikes (do make sure you are not exceeding your towbar noseweight). (2) Fundamentally, it slides away from the vehicle, rather than tilting, i.e. the bike carrier takes the weight of the bikes, rather than you. The sliding system provides tailgate clearance even for vehicles with vertical tailgates. The VARIO’s sliding and closing system is generally the easiest to use of any sliding or tilting wheel support rack on the market. (3) It fits to 'bolt on' or 'swan neck' tow balls (including detachable tow bars) without any adjustment; you just place it on the tow ball and push down the handle - no spanners or Allen keys are required. (4) It's very easy to carry - it won't bump your shins if carried properly - and as soon as you place it on the tow ball the weight is taken, so you can straighten up and rest your back. Other carriers require you to support the platform with one hand while fiddling with the fixing system with the other. (5) Furthermore, it folds in seconds for compact storage (down to 635mm wide by 470mm high). Whether folded or unfolded it should fit into most, if not all, car boots. This allows you to park safely without risk of the bike carrier being damaged. You only need to fold the wheel holders in then flick up a catch to fold down the upright bike holder support. (6) The removable, lockable bike frame holders are also without a doubt the best available, incorporating a ratchet tightening mechanism. They fit oval and other outsize frames as well as round ones, wrapping a strap right around the frame for safety and security. (This looks like a simple plastic strap, but it is in fact 'sandwiched' around a spring steel core.) All bike holders have swivel joints, and the long holder has a slight curve in the aluminium support rod to increase the opportunities available. The upright is bigger than other carriers, making it even easier to attach your bikes. We haven't yet come across any combination of bike sizes and styles that can't easily be locked into place (using the same key which locks the whole unit to the tow ball). (7) The frame is curved allowing you, when the bikes have been slid out of the way, to stand much closer to the tow ball. This means you can lift items into and out of the boot both safely and easily. This is not a trivial benefit - most other bike carriers have rectangular frames and although you may be able to open the tailgate easily enough, you usually have to lean across the bike carrier frame to reach the boot space, which is definitely not ergonomic. (8) It has smart new lights. These don't just look better, they are clearer too. It makes sense when using this carrier to place a safety strap around all the bikes and the bike holder support frame. We're therefore providing a free strap with each carrier - one strap per carrier! As well as providing peace of mind the strap will also help to minimise vibration. Technical and miscellaneous:
Note for vehicles with a rear mounted spare wheel: You may not be able to fit the STRADA VARIO onto vehicles with a rear mounted spare wheel: in our experience you almost always have to remove the spare wheel. This could be (1) to get the bike carrier onto the vehicle (the upright may hit the spare wheel), (2) to get the bikes to fit on the carrier (the handlebars etc could hit the spare wheel) or (3) take the carrier off the tow bar after use (the handle to remove it could clash with the spare wheel). You'll need a lighting adapter if your vehicle has a standard UK style 7 pin socket - buy a STRADA VARIO 3 from us this season and we'll give you this for free, saving up to £20 at typical prices! Made in Germany. |
Technical specifications at a glance: Max number of bikes: 3 Fits bolt on tow ball: yes Fits swan neck / detachable tow ball: yes Dimensions when flat: 114cm (width) x 73cm (depth) Dimensions when folded: 63.5cm (width) x 73cm (depth) x 47cm (height) Weight: 19.9kg Max load capacity: 66kg* Max bike wheelbase: 125cm Distance between bikes: 19cm Tilting: yes Integral lighting board: yes Lighting board plug type: 13 pin (7 pin adapter available if required; shown below) Bike carrier to tow ball lock: yes Bike carrier to bike lock: yes Possible to tow when in use: no Fits with a spare wheel: no Guarantee: 3 years Useful information: *The maximum permitted load you can carry is also determined by your nose weight; you will need to check you don’t exceed this before using any tow ball mounted bike carrier. |
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