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Will Saris Freedom 2 Bike Platform Rack Fit Mazda 3 With Class l Hitch  

Updated 03/17/2015 | Published 03/14/2015



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Two years ago i purchased the swagman xtc for my mazda 3. Unfortunately, i backed into a truck, and bent the frame. It didnt seem like much damage at first till it came time to take it off for the winter. the screws were nearly impossible to get out. It was just as difficult putting it back on this spring. So now Im in the market for another bike rack. My local bike shop told me about the saris freedom platform for my mazda 3. Would you recommend this bike rack for this small of car? i have the hatchback model and a class 1 hitch

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Expert Reply:

Sorry to hear about the bike rack being damaged. I hope there was no damage to your Mazda.

The Saris Freedom 2 Bike Platform Rack, part # SA4412B is a great bike rack that will work well for you. This bike rack weighs just 22.5 lbs, has adjustable wheel hoops for different bike wheelbases, and features an 8 inch rise in the shank for added ground clearance.

For added security we offer the Saris Hitch Tite Threaded Anti-Rattle Lock, part # SA3022. To secure the bikes to the rack and help deter theft I recommend the Saris Cable Lock, part # SA981. I have attached a link to a product review video for this bike rack you can check out.

The Swagman XTC-2 2-Bike Platform Rack, part # S64670 is a nice rack as well. You are already familiar with the bike rack, but I attached a product review video for this rack also. The XTC-2 has a 3 inch rise on the shank. A locking threaded hitch pin for this carrier I recommend is part # S64029, or we also offer a cable and hitch pin lock set, part # S64031.

Both bike racks will work with either 1-1/4 or 2 inch receiver openings.

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