Recommended 3-Bike Trunk Rack for 2018 Ford Focus Sedan

Question:

We need a bike rack for 3 bikes that will work on our 2018 Ford Focus sedan. Two bikes are lightweight adult road bikes and one is a smaller child's bike that will not always be carried along with ours. We'd rather not spend a fortune but we'd also like to Buy American.

asked by: Roy

Expert Reply:

Since you told me so much helpful information about your needs and preferences for a bike rack I instantly knew what to recommend for you. Thank you!

I recommend the USA-made Saris Bones 3 Bike Carrier # SA801BL. The rack is shown in the linked video.

The Saris offers some unique engineering that gives it several advantages over other racks. First it is very lightweight at only 11-lbs thanks to its use of injection-molded plastic construction for the rack arms and legs. This light construction means less overall weight on your Focus' trunk. The Bones 3 handles three bikes of up to 35-lbs each and it is built with 100% recyclable materials.

We even have additional color versions of the Bones if you're feeling stylish. These brightly-colored versions not only make it easier to find your car at the trailhead but they increase the visibility of your car on the road. I suggest you add Saris cable lock # SA981 which at 8-feet is plenty long to lock all three bikes to the rack.

When loading your bikes always load the heaviest bikes first so that their weight is closer to the car. You'll also want to be sure the trunk lid is clean before installing the rack.

expert reply by: Adam R