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Old 12-05-2001, 02:10 PM
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I want to buy a rack for my Avant, but I need it to be easy to put on and take off. Otherwise, I'll probably end up not using it. Do any of you use racks, and if so, what kind? Thanks.
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Get the factory one from Audi, it's not that $$ and it's made for the Avant!
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Default no rack for me... that's why I bought an S4 with a big rear trunk. :)

1. fold rear seats down
2. load bike
3. close back
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Does anyone know if the Audi racks can be used with standard Thule attachments?
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Default Re: Get the factory one from Audi, it's not that $$ and it's made for the Avant!

Do you have one? Is it easy to put on and take off? The only time I want to use it is when I'm hauling bikes, and the rest of the time I want it off the car. I'm heading off to races a lot, though, so that's why I want it to be easy to put on and remove.
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Default I've a Yakima on my Avant, works great & is easy to remove when needed.

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no, I have a silver sedan in Seattle I just put my snowboard in the back.
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Default Got pics at home.. But mine always stays up there.

Because of the type of clamps needed for our rails, I don't think anyone is easier then the other. :-\

I have two bike channels., basketcase and 2 wheel forks. All Yakima.
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what's their silly phrase? "the sports sedan w/ a fanny pack"?
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Nice car. Mine will be here in 13 1/2 days.


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