The 10 Best Bike Racks For The Jeep Cherokee

The Hollywood F2 Over-The-Top (about $234) is a fairly straightforward model that latches directly on to the back of your vehicle using a series of bumpers and straps. For the price, it benefits from a surprisingly sturdy construction, though it can be somewhat difficult to set up.

If you already have a trailer hitch, the Thule T2 Pro XT 2 (about $600) can be as easy to install as slipping it into place and locking it. It's not that simple for everyone, since its burly frame makes it fairly heavy, but that also adds to its overall durability.

You don't have to worry about thieves nabbing your bikes -- or the rack itself -- with the Yakima FullBack 2 (about $229), which features a full SKS locking package that helps keep everything secure. It can feel somewhat bulky for a trunk-mounted model, but folds up compactly enough.

The single-cycle Allen Sports MT1 (appx. $40) is one of the most compact models out there, making it perfect for commuters or individuals who regularly ride alone. It weighs just over 6 pounds, and folds up so small that it fits in the tiny nylon backpack that is included.

While other tray-style options only tilt down or to the side, the RockyMounts Backstage (about $575) does both, giving you full access to your trunk even when fully loaded. Still, all that utility comes at a cost -- at almost 60 pounds, this is one of the heaviest models available.

Sturdy, secure and compatible with a range of bike types -- including electric ones -- the Saris Superclamp 4 EX is, in many ways, one of the best hitch-mounted models around. The only real drawback is the price, and at just over $800, it's a pretty serious one.

For those who'd prefer to leave the back of their vehicle free of obstruction, the Yakima Highroad (appx. $249) provides the perfect alternative. This singe-bike model attaches easily to the top of your Jeep and incorporates two wheel loops that won't mess up your expensive frame.

Couples looking for a reliable and affordable way to transport their rides from the garage to the park should consider the Swagman XTC2 (around $189). Its lightweight platform-with-grip-arms design makes it easy to load and unload, and disassemble it when the day is done.

At nearly half the weight of similar models, the Thule Helium Aero (about $350) lets you carry up to three cycles without putting unnecessary strain on the rear end of your vehicle. It also remains secure over all kinds of terrain, thanks to padded cradles and a snug hitch attachment.

Achieving an ideal balance of weight, stability and price, the Kuat Sherpa 2.0 (appx. $498) should satisfy any user looking for a quick and painless way to get their bicycles from point A to B. Particularly handy is the pivot mechanism, which lets you lower the unit with one foot.