Allen 102AB Rack
If you're looking for a user-friendly bike carrier, Allen's 102AB is a great choice. Since you can only configure it one way there's no possibility of screwing up. In fact, it only takes seconds to mount the 102AB to your car. Allen's 9.5-pound rack will fit most cars, and it folds up for easy storage. Padded supports protect your finish, but you'll need to strap the front wheel to keep it away from your car. Allen's limited lifetime warranty and $50 retail price make this rack an amazing value.
Hollywood Baja Rack
Hollywood builds great racks, and the Baja is no exception. With five straps that secure it to your car it isn't going anywhere and neither are your bikes since they're separated by anti-sway blocks. Patented Micro-Adjust hubs make installing the Baja a breeze, and everything folds flat when it's not in use. Hollywood's triumph is reflected by a 4.5 star rating from happy Amazon owners. It lists for $100 and fits all types of vehicles.
Yakima KingJoe Rack
If ease of use is important to you, the KingJoe is a good choice. It installs quickly with a quick-trigger hub and will fit most cars and bikes. Heavy pads on its feet and buckles protect your finish, and the arms fold up for easy storage. You can lock down three bikes in the KingJoe's StableCradles, but a bungee should be added to the front wheels to keep them from moving. All things considered, it's not surprising that Amazon buyers rate it 4.5 stars. If you can afford its $155 price tag, you'll definitely get what you paid for.
Saris Bones Rack
If you want a rack that's functional and attractive, you'll love Saris Bone's Italian design. Its magical blend of form and function makes it the world's best-selling rear rack (according to saris.com). The staff at "Bicycling Magazine" were impressed enough to rate it 4.5 out of 5 stars. It also scored a solid 4.16 out of 5 points in a separate review by 55 mountain bike enthusiasts at mtbr.com. With seven injection-molded colors to match your car, coated latches and padded supports to protect your finish and a list price of $130, it's one tough act to follow.
Article Written By Dan Eash
Dan Eash began writing professionally in 1989, with articles in LaHabra's "Daily Star Progress" and the "Fullerton College Magazine." Since then, he's created scripts for doctor and dentist offices and published manuals, help files and a training video. His freelance efforts also include a book. Eash has a Fullerton College Associate of Arts in music/recording production and a Nova Institute multimedia production certificate.
