Yes... we're AVID cyclists! I must admit that we generally use our SUV to transport our road bikes, but I have used the HCHII for this purpose. Last July, our family (three) took the HCHII from So. Cal up to Seattle for the STP ride. I fit BOTH road bikes into the trunk! I first removed the styrofoam spare tire insert and the folding floorboard. That created all the room needed to fit the bikes (as well as helmets, shoes, water bottles and duffle bags with cycling clothing) in there. As for the bikes, I had to remove both wheels and one of the saddles.

Certainly not the most convenient for a quick ride, but if you're going a long distance, it works, and no wind resistance issues, theft issues or bike damage issues! Here are the photos...





In addition, I know of at least one person who installed a Thule hitch rack on their HCHII. They had to have a "hidden hitch" installed first. There are photos of this installation in another thread. If you can't find it, let me know and I'll search for you! Anyway, that is the rack we use on our SUV, and it's GREAT. I don't know what it might do to MPG, but it sure is easy to mount and remove the bikes. I've been thinking about getting the hidden hitch on my HCHII so I can use that rack on both vehicles.

I hate roof mounted racks... they look strange and I think it would be a pain to mount a bike up there. Big chance of dropping something and damaging the roof! There's also the trunk mount ones, but they limit trunk access and can mess up the paint on the mounting points. For a quick transport to the bike trail, though, I guess one of those (Saris?) trunk racks might work.

I've also fit one road bike into the back seat area. Just took off the front wheel and put blankets on the seats to keep dirt away. A pedal did scuff the back of the center console area plastic upon removing the bike once, so you do have to be careful with that!!

Good luck!