Review: Saris Freedom EX 2 Hitch Rack

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[andrewfreeman]

The greatest thing about this rack is the LIGHTWEIGHT. At 27 pounds, the freedom ex is the lightest tilting 2-bike hitch rack on the market, most racks like these are 45-55lbs.

[biking]

Something
I have just thought about is that the good thing about exterior racks whether it be on the roof or like this one on a hitch, when you have been out on the bike and it has been wet and muddy you keep the mud on the outside of the vehicle rather than tracking the mud inside.

[ZekeYount]

I've been contemplating this rack for a few weeks so was happy to see your review. I have hitches on both the front and rear of my Ford F150 and use an older model Saris T-Rex (I think) rack where the bikes hang off of a central bar. I have been unhappy with the amount of wobble in the rack when loaded and have to use straps to make the rack more secure when moving. Does the EX 2 have any degree of wobble when moving? Thanks again for your VERY timely review!

[elliottmorris]

Thanks for the review. I understand the struggle to find a rack compatible with racks/fenders, etc. Which brings up a related question -- would this clampy cradle work if you had, say, a frame bag? Or a 3rd water bottle cage??

[adamgtrap]

My car doesn't have a hitch, though I have thought about getting one installed. Right now I have a Saris Bones 2 racks, and I like it. It doesn't have any built in lock mechanism, so I don't leave my bike or rack on my car too much when I can't keep an eye on it.

[biking]

Thule make a rack like this with a lights board, not used one personally but their stuff is very well made.

[kyotokat]

How was visibility out the back of the vehicle when reversing? My friends have a rack on the back of their SUV and the camera that is usually helpful when reversing is rendered useless and even normal visibility is impaired so someone usually gets out of the vehicle to help when parallel parking.

[CL-dhmf]

I really like your content and the way you present it, but find your own advertisement at the beginning a bit annoying. I dont think you need it!😊
Greetings from germany
Chris

[JPurontong]

I see more of your face than the bike rack so I’m wondering which one are you really reviewing here.

[keithandrews]

The reason for having a vehicle such as your Toyota mini van is to put your expensive bikes inside and secure them from being damaged. Sorry, but my automobiles have always been used to protect my bikes