Saris Trunk Mounted Bike Fit for 2008 Mazda 3 Hatchback
Question:
I currently drive a 2008 Mazda 3 hatchback. Will the Saris Solo 1 fit this vehicle or what type of bike rack do you recommend?
asked by: Trey J
Expert Reply:
For your 2008 Mazda 3 hatchback the Saris Solo Trunk Rack part # SA102 is a confirmed fit that would work well. But it's not the rack I would recommend. Instead the Bones part # SA805BL would be a much better fit and would carry the bike(s) in a much more stable way due to it's adjustable arms and anti-sway cradles.
If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Kuat Bike Frame Adapter Bar # UB01 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video for this product also. This will allow the bikes to be carried more level and will provide more ground clearance.
Products Referenced in This Question
Saris Solo Bike Carrier - Trunk Mount - Fixed Arms
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Standard
- 1 Bike
- Non-Retractable
- Locks Not Included
- Does Not Fit Spoilers
- 4 Straps
- Non-Adjustable
- Hanging Rack
- Saris
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Kuat Ubar Bike Frame Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Adapter Bar
- Frame
- Kuat
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Saris Bones 2 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
- 2 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Locks Not Included
- Does Not Fit Spoilers
- 6 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Saris
more information >
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