Best Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2006 Volvo S60  

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I would go with the Saris Bone part # SA805BL over the Thule Gateway # TH88VR.

The Bones weighs less, costs less, and contacts the vehicle in fewer places. Check out the review video I attached for more info.

The nicest trunk rack we offer that has been confirmed to fit your vehicle is the Thule OutWay # TH45JV though.

What makes this rack far superior to the others is the attachment system. It uses 2 rubber coated straps to attach to the vehicle rather than 6 nylon straps like other racks. This makes installation quick and easy. This rack also comes with locks for the rack and the bikes.

The cables store inside the rack so there are no loose straps ends to flap around. The cables can also be locked into position to deter theft of the rack. And there is also an integrated cable lock in the last bike position to deter bike theft.

This rack also features the latest and greatest in cradles. The cradles have road dampening technology which protects bike frames better than other cradles.

If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Swagman Easy-Out Women's and Alternative Frame Bike Adapter # 64005 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video for this product also. This will allow the bikes to be carried more level and will provide more ground clearance.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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