Review of Saris Bones 2-Bike Trunk Rack

Saris Bones 2-Bike Trunk Rack
By: Saris Average Rating: 4.5 Total Reviews: 11
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So far so good

On: 2008-06-13

Ive only used the bike rack once but it worked just fine. Easy to mount and steady on a long drive.

Nice rack

On: 2008-01-20

I looked far and wide for a good rack and finally chose this one and am very happy with my decision. Fits my Mazda 3 well. Bike is secure on the rack. Easy set up and folds up for easy storage. Only complaint: no locking mechanism so that either bike or rack is not protected from theft. I put a small towel under the main trunk leg to prevent it from scratching the paint on my car. Overall a great product.

Nice rack

On: 2008-01-19

I looked far and wide for a good rack and finally chose this one and am very happy with my decision. Fits my Mazda 3 well. Bike is secure on the rack. Easy set up and folds up for easy storage. Only complaint: no locking mechanism so that either bike or rack is not protected from theft. I put a small towel under the main trunk leg to prevent it from scratching the paint on my car. Overall a great product.

Can't make it any better

On: 2007-10-04

The rack came today. When I opened the box I couldnt believe it. Made in America, from recycled materials, and it looks great. Holds our bikes better than any rack we have ever used. We have tried a lot of racks over the fifty years we have been riding. This is the best ever. Dont look any further, buy it.

Saris Bones 2

On: 2007-09-16

We love our Bones 2! We know our bikes are secure every time we travel with them.

Best Bike Rack Available

On: 2007-09-08

If you want your bike to be secure and stable on the back of your car, and do it all with a little style, then this is the perfect bike rack available.

The rack is collapsible by rotating the arms around the center cylinder, the feet pivot to adjust to any surface, and the straps hold the bike in place as securely and safely as possible. It is made of solid material and you feel how sturdy it is when holding it in your hands.

The only drawback is the set screws that hold the arms in place are made of plastic, but screw into metal threads! Be careful to thread the screws correctly and avoid being tempted to over-tighten and therefore stripping the threads.

Also, make sure that you read the manual about the carrying arm angle. The arms that carry the bikes should be at an angle to where the outer bike is AT LEAST higher than the inner bike.

Great rack

On: 2007-07-19

Bought it two weeks ago for a vacation. Carried two Trek hybrids for six hours on side roads and Interstate, plus ferry trips. Strong enough to hold the bikes solidly; slight flexing of the molded ABS plastic rack was not a problem, even though it caused us to wonder at first. I recommend you fasten the front tires and pedal cranks with rubber cords, to prevent unwanted spinning motion (these are not included). VERY EASY and FAST to install and remove, and the rack folds up into a very small space, only about 18" x 5" x 15". Well worth the price; only paid slightly more than a hundred at a local bike shop.

Great rack

On: 2007-07-18

Bought it two weeks ago for a vacation. Carried two Trek hybrids for six hours on side roads and Interstate, plus ferry trips. Strong enough to hold the bikes solidly; slight flexing of the molded ABS plastic rack was not a problem, even though it caused us to wonder at first. I recommend you fasten the front tires and pedal cranks with rubber cords, to prevent unwanted spinning motion (these are not included). VERY EASY and FAST to install and remove, and the rack folds up into a very small space, only about 18" x 5" x 15". Well worth the price; only paid slightly more than a hundred at a local bike shop.

great bike rack

On: 2007-05-29

I am using this bike rack at least once per week and I have really gained confidence with this bike rack. This is a great product. Set-up is fairly easy. The bikes feel very secure. Sometimes the straps are slightly difficult to unhook but at least I know that it will be difficult for the bikes to come off.

Solid, except for one thing

On: 2007-04-24

I have one and use it. Overall, I can only say it is beautiful, like they say. That is not really what I want, though. I want easy and functional. It is also both. It is solid and sturdy. The reason I dont give it 5 stars is, the screws that you use to turn and secure the main mounts are made of a kind of plastic. The result for me has been that one of them has already lost its threading (after three uses), and when I turn it, it just rotates, but doesnt connect and secure the mount as well as I would like. I would have expected a bit more from a bike rack that cost me over $ 100. It would have cost the company probably an extra $ 1 or less to make those screws some kind of metal. Thus, I give it four stars.

Solid, except for one thing

On: 2007-04-23

I have one and use it. Overall, I can only say it is beautiful, like they say. That is not really what I want, though. I want easy and functional. It is also both. It is solid and sturdy. The reason I dont give it 5 stars is, the screws that you use to turn and secure the main mounts are made of a kind of plastic. The result for me has been that one of them has already lost its threading (after three uses), and when I turn it, it just rotates, but doesnt connect and secure the mount as well as I would like. I would have expected a bit more from a bike rack that cost me over $ 100. It would have cost the company probably an extra $ 1 or less to make those screws some kind of metal. Thus, I give it four stars.

Excellent Rack

On: 2006-11-03

I have had a few different racks in the same price range. This is by far the BEST rack I have ever bought. The first time I used it, I traveled 600 miles- the bike didnt move. Its not hard to set up and really grips the bike - I highly recommend it.

Excellent Rack

On: 2006-11-02

I have had a few different racks in the same price range. This is by far the BEST rack I have ever bought. The first time I used it, I traveled 600 miles- the bike didnt move. Its not hard to set up and really grips the bike - I highly recommend it.

Worth every penny

On: 2006-09-18

I did a lot of looking before purchasing this rack. I ended up buying it at a local bike shop because I wanted to see it first. I have a Honda Accord coupe - 2 door - and the fit is just right for the car. We also have a van and the abiltiy to work on both is very handy. Setup is easy and the bikes are held firmly. I had used another rack previously that was loaned by a friend. It was very unstable compared to the Saris Bones.....

This sturdy bike rack is easy to use, stylish, and functional

by: lbphoto_dot_net On: 2006-09-07

The Saris Bones 805 2-bike trunk mount rack stylishly mounts on a cars trunk, securely holding two bikes. Made of curved adjustable plastic arms and legs, this rack will mount over most spoilers and holds each bike at slightly different levels. When not in use, the rack will fold up into a compact block.

To secure the rack to the autos trunk, position the arms and legs, and place the largest clip hooked around the top of the trunk. The medium sized clips hook along the sides and the smallest clips hook on the bottom of the trunk. Once in place tighten the straps to secure.

Now the rack is ready for the bikes. Each bike is secured to the rack with three quick fasten ratcheting straps. One strap wraps around the seat tube while the other two secure the top tube. The next bike goes on in the opposite direction with the same fastening straps in reverse. Womens bikes may require a crossbar adapter for proper fastening.

This sturdy bike rack is easy to use, stylish, and functional. Saris is so confident in the quality of this system, that they provide a lifetime warranty.

PROS:
Simple to install and remove
Designed for all weather use
Lifetime warranty

CONS:
Front tire is permitted limited movement
Does not secure to the auto in a way that can deter theft