That's why I have a receiver hitch carrier. Not to mention that lifting 30+ lbs of bike with my shoulder would definitely not be fun!! Of course as long as my recumbent is I have to be careful about the rear end of the car not coming all the way into the garage before taking the bike off. No accidents yet! My carrier carrys my recumbent and my daughter's hybrid.

I don't get as many bugs on it this way either except on the wheels which stick out a little on each side. But those usually come off with the ride or with a little water.

Donna