Saris Bones 2 or 3?
03-28-07, 07:05 PM
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Saris Bones 2 or 3?
My LBS has the Saris Bones 2 and 3 on sale this weekend, and I was wondering...should I get the 2 or 3? I'm carrying two Trek hardtails on the back of my car and don't know if I'll need room for the third. Any suggestions or should I go with something else. (I have no hitch....)
03-29-07, 09:27 AM
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I have the Bones 3. Before that I had some POS no-name 3-bike rack.
I have only once in my life intentionally planned on using the rack to transport 3 bikes; most of the time I use it to carry 2 bikes, one in the first position & one in the third position, w/ the middle empty.
But on at least 3 different other occasions I have *had* to carry a 3rd bike. (well, I guess I didn't *have* to; I suppose I could have been a selfish dick. Let's say I've been in a position where my generously offering to carry a 3rd bike made someone else extremely happy.) If I only had the 2-bike model, I wouldn't have been able to spread such good karma. So I like having the Bones 3.
If you're concerned about bikes banging in to one another when they're on a trunk rack, get some high density foam rubber cubes about 3" on a side, bore a bikeframe-sized cylindrical hole through them, and then split one side through to that hole. Slap these on the bikes to act as cushions/spacers.
I have only once in my life intentionally planned on using the rack to transport 3 bikes; most of the time I use it to carry 2 bikes, one in the first position & one in the third position, w/ the middle empty.
But on at least 3 different other occasions I have *had* to carry a 3rd bike. (well, I guess I didn't *have* to; I suppose I could have been a selfish dick. Let's say I've been in a position where my generously offering to carry a 3rd bike made someone else extremely happy.) If I only had the 2-bike model, I wouldn't have been able to spread such good karma. So I like having the Bones 3.
If you're concerned about bikes banging in to one another when they're on a trunk rack, get some high density foam rubber cubes about 3" on a side, bore a bikeframe-sized cylindrical hole through them, and then split one side through to that hole. Slap these on the bikes to act as cushions/spacers.
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03-29-07, 09:38 AM
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Originally Posted by Bob Ross
I have the Bones 3. Before that I had some POS no-name 3-bike rack.
What the upgrade worth the price gap? Why? I am considering the Saris but they are relatively expensive....
03-29-07, 11:40 AM
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Originally Posted by MIN
What the upgrade worth the price gap? Why? I am considering the Saris but they are relatively expensive....
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Originally Posted by MIN
What the upgrade worth the price gap? Why? I am considering the Saris but they are relatively expensive....
I got my Saris used for $85; the no-name POS cost me $50 11 years ago.
Definitely worth it. As Rev.Chuck pointed out, it has a much more solid/stable mounting platform to the car. Also, it's a bit easier to get bikes onto the Saris, it's more accomodating of unusual (i.e., non-round) frame shapes, and it's *MUCH* easier to collapse the Saris for storage when it's not being used.
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Picked up the Bones 3 from my LBS. It was $5 cheaper than the Bones 2 rack. I'm really impressed with it, it was very easy to set up and feels like it's glued to the car. So far so good. Thanks for the advice!
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I have the bones 3. Recently, like an idiot I backed into a dumpster and and ripped one of teh straps. A call to 'em and they sent a new set at no charge. Gotta like the service.
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Originally Posted by Bob Ross
If you're concerned about bikes banging in to one another when they're on a trunk rack, get some high density foam rubber cubes about 3" on a side, bore a bikeframe-sized cylindrical hole through them, and then split one side through to that hole. Slap these on the bikes to act as cushions/spacers.
...or just buy them from Nashbar:
https://www.nashbar.com/profile.cfm?c...All%20Products
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Originally Posted by Bob Ross
...or just buy them from Nashbar:
https://www.nashbar.com/profile.cfm?c...All%20Products
https://www.nashbar.com/profile.cfm?c...All%20Products
Or even your local bike shop. We sell them for the the same price, with no shipping and no wait.
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Go for the 3. You may not always have three bikes but that extra space is really handy when you do.
BTW, does anyone know where I can get a replacements black plastic srews that hold the armns in place, ONLINE? I tried Saris... not reply.
BTW, does anyone know where I can get a replacements black plastic srews that hold the armns in place, ONLINE? I tried Saris... not reply.
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03-31-07, 10:09 PM
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i have the 2, and what bothers me, is that my stumpjumper fsr doesnt fit too well, the rack seems more for a hardtail design bike. i cant even get the bike on the back slot, so i put my wifes rockhopper on the back, and mine in the front, but the front tires must come off to fit both no matter what. so i might go for the 3, i would, if i could do it all over again.
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The thread is from 2007 and hasn't been active since April Fools Day 2007 no need to post here. Also keep in mind for anyone reading this ancient thread make sure the rack will fit on the car Saris has a fit my car part on their website don't just guess or assume it will fit as that is not always the case and if it does it is usually a poorer fit.
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