Saris Trunk Mounted Bike Fit for 2008 Mazda 3 Hatchback

Published 10/06/2016

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Saris Bones 2 Bike Rack - Trunk Mount - Adjustable Arms

(325)

$199.99

Saris Solo Bike Carrier - Trunk Mount - Fixed Arms

(13)

$69.99

Kuat Ubar Bike Frame Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes

(133)

$49.00

Question:

I currently drive a 2008 Mazda 3 hatchback. Will the Saris Solo 1 fit this vehicle or what type of bike rack do you recommend?

asked by: Trey J

Expert Reply:

For your 2008 Mazda 3 hatchback the Saris Solo Trunk Rack part # SA102 is a confirmed fit that would work well. But it's not the rack I would recommend. Instead the Bones part # SA805BL would be a much better fit and would carry the bike(s) in a much more stable way due to it's adjustable arms and anti-sway cradles.

If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Kuat Bike Frame Adapter Bar # UB01 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