Saris T-bones 3 Bike Universal Hitch Review

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(More customer reviews)OK... I haven't seen any reviews for this rack, so I thought I would write one and spare you all the hassle of owning it and going through what I went through...
Let me start off by saying that this is a really cool design, and it would def be a nice rack IF it worked as shown in the video, BUT it doesn't!! Every time the temp would get above the 80s my rack would NOT "slide" on and off the base. In fact, it was very hard to get on and off... and was often stuck for an extended period of time and I could not get into my trunk! Talk about a PAIN!! I actually had the company I ordered it from send out a new receiver part thinking mine was defective... It worked fine for about a week UNTIL the temp went up again. I'm not a scientist, but I'm guessing the plastic expands in the heat???
If you buy this rack and you live anywhere that experiences a humid summer season be prepared to 'fight' with it to get it on and off. I'm talking full body weight leaning on it practically jumping up and down to get it on... and then not even being able to get it off. IT'S MORE OF A WORKOUT THAN RIDING THE BIKE!
I eventually returned it (fully assembled because I could not get it apart) for a new rack. BUMMER!!

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The T-Bones is the first and only bike carrier versatile enough to work beyond the car. T-Bones makes it easy to convert your rack into a bike storage system for your home or office. And when it's on the car, the integrated lock system and adjustmable set-back keep your car, rack and bikes all safe and secure. T-Bones even slips conveniently into a trasport bag so you can throw it over your shoulder to help you reach your final destination. And because it's light-as little as 10 pounds-it won't slow you down. A Saris rack is designed to mount easier, last longer, and keep your bikes safer than anything else out there. It's why we back each product we make with a lifetime warranty.

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Thule 599XTR Big Mouth Upright Rooftop Bicycle Carrier Review

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(More customer reviews)This bike rack works well once it is mounted. The description of the item did not mention that it needed to be mounted on the Thule roof rack adapter. I ordered only the bike rack. I hoped that the rack would mount directly to my Toyota Rav4's factory roof rack. I've since been looking at other factory roof racks, and have noticed that most of them have airplane wing-like bars which go from side to side. These bars are about three inches in width, and the hardware on the Big Mouth Bike Rack is set up to fit the Thule adapter, which has bars little more than an inch in width. Instead of ordering the adapter, I spent a day tooling my own mounting hardware. This gives the bike rack a much cleaner look, and sets the rack and bike closer to the roof, making it easier to load and unload. The second problem is that the end caps come off much too easily. Other than these problems, the rack works well, and is easy to load and unload.

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The Thule 599XTR Big Mouth Upright Rooftop Bicycle Carrier sets the standard for bike carrying flexibility and ease of use. The 599XTR is an updated version of Thule's 599XT, but still requires the Xadapt2 to be used with an Aero bar.
The easy-to-mount Thule Big Mouth Upright has a convenient, rack-level bike clamping feature, and worry-free, automatic self-adjusting jaws for perfect bike clamping every time. The Thule Big Mouth accommodates bike frames up to 3.125-inches in diameter, fits both Thule and Yakima load bars, and features a dual-locking design that simultaneously locks the bike to the carrier and the carrier to the rack. This bicycle carrier system is constructed with a black anodized aluminum wheel tray that is built to last, and can be customized with 790 Tray skins. The 599XTR weighs 10.5 pounds in total, and is compatible with the Thule One-Key System (not included), and can be locked securely with a single lock cylinder.
What's in the Box? 599XTR bicycle carrier, all the necessary mounting hardware, and instruction guide
Manufacturer's Warranty Limited lifetime warranty

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Saris T-RAX Basic 2 Bike Hitch Mount Rack Review

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(More customer reviews)Just got this rack at LBS on sale for $125. I got the 212 which is the 1-1/4" supplied version. Basically the same as the 222 without the 2" hitch gizmo. All the 200 series have 1-1/4" frames. I have a 2" receiver on my trailblazer, so went to harbor freight and bought a 2" - 1-1/4" adapter ($9.99), then to home depot for a 1/2" X 3" bolt ($0.70) to replace the hitch bolt that comes with it (I was afraid I wouldn't have enough thread on the supplied bolt to engage the nut inside the rack tube). Drilled a 7/32" hole in the end of the bolt for the cotter pin, but will be putting a small masterlock in there for security.
I'm carrying (2) 700C hybrids on this puppy and she's solid as a rock. With a little ingenuity, I now have a formidable rack for under $150.00 that includes anti-sway.
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HitchTite base connects easily and can tilt for rear access,1-1/4-inch receiver accommodates 2 bikes of any bike size, Made from 2-1/2-inch steel tube frame. Features folding arms with QuickTite knobs

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