Where can I rent a Van in Europe that can Carry 8-10 bikes on the roof

devashish_paul · July 16, 2005, 2:19pm

I’ve seen the models used by Trek Travel and other tour groups in Europe with a van that carries ~10 folks and gear and a mega roof rack that can carry something like 10 bike. I’m trying to look into transportation for ~8 folks for a future tour that I am trying to get off the ground. Renault has its rental programs, but I am not sure where I can scoop the mega racks.

Other options are a couple of larger vehicles/minivans with the roof racks the pro team cars use. Anyone involved with the logistics of a pro bike team that can guide me the right way ?

thanks

Dev

devashish_paul · July 17, 2005, 1:51am

bump…anyone with some ideas ?

ironclm · July 17, 2005, 1:53am

Remind me in a few weeks and I can put you in touch with my tour guys. They are kinda busy right now.

devashish_paul · July 17, 2005, 2:02am

great…thanks !

l_homme_rouge · July 17, 2005, 5:11am

We looked in to it and figured something like a 9 seater (eg renault traffic) was the go for 4 guys with seats removed so you can put the bikes inside. We didn’t want bikes on the roof for safety, security, low bridge reasons. I think Avis is about 2,000 Euro for 21 days for one of these. Maybe you just doube it for 8? two cars can be handy, but obviously doube the tolls, fuel, drivers, insurance etc