Saris Bones 3 Bike Rack

Review from Cycling Plus

The Saris Bones has been around for a few years, but the design still looks fresh. That's not top priority when choosing a rack, but when most rear-mounted carriers look a bit agricultural, there's no harm in a little bit of style - especially when the performance backs it up.

No assembly is needed - the Bones 3 is ready to use straight out of the box. Fitting it just requires loosening the arms and legs and adjusting them to suit the shape of your car.

The instructions are clear, with an easy-to-follow mix of diagrams, pictures and clearly written steps. Even the hooks (six in total) are labelled so you know if they should attach to the top, the bottom or the side of the boot opening. The Bones 3 can carry three bikes, and a lifetime warranty is included in the price.

In conclusion...

Extremely easy to use, well built and secure. Not cheap, but worth it

Rating: 9/10

Review from What MTB

In conclusion...

Once mounted is very secure and solid

Rating: 9/10 Performance 7/10 Value

Review from 220 Triathlon

This funky and futuristic-looking rear-mounted rack is fully adjustable, both vertically and horizontally, so can be made to fit most cars, vans and hatchbacks. The width can be altered to fit most bikes too, including smaller frames or fancy carbon race numbers.
It has an air of quality and is easy to use, with most adjustments taking place around the splined main beam. It takes a little bit of time to set up but, once sorted, can be left without any worries. Also, being lightweight means you won't need an extra set of hands to set it up. Once fitted the Bones feels incredibly stable. There are three quality mounts for your bikes, all of which have long straps with which to cope with even big aero-tube frames. There are even anti-sway straps underneath to stop the bikes flapping around. It's not cheap but it's a great performer.

In conclusion...

Sturdy, lightweight, simple to use; bikes held seperately

Rating: 9/10

Review from Singletrack

The Bones rack has been around for quite a few years now and yet it remains as distinctive in design now as it did when it first appeared. The seemingly complex and 'art college project' looks belie a very simple design. As each leg can be independently adjusted for position around the central tube this rack can be made to fit a large range of cars from saloons to vans.

In conclusion...

In terms of looks and designs it wins points. In use it also works well for its versatility and stability.

Rating: no rating given