Will Smaller Kids Bike Fit the Freedom SuperClamp EX # SA4026F

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Hi Jon, Thanks for the reply! Will the Saris Freedom fit and fold?

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I do have a solution for you but when I spoke with my contact at Saris he said that the smallest diameter tire that the Freedom SuperClamp EX # SA4026F can accommodate is a 20" wheel. Since your kids bike is smaller than that you wouldn't be able to use this bike rack.

Instead you would want to use a frame mount bike rack like the Saris Freedom # SA4414B. Since this rack doesn't secure the bikes by their wheels the cradles can be moved closer to accommodate the smaller bike. This bike rack does not come a hitch lock or bike lock, but to add some security to your rack and bikes you need the locks # SA3022 and # SA981.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Andrew

5/21/2018

Hi Jon, Thanks for the reply! Will the Saris Freedom fit and fold?

Jon G.

5/21/2018

The Saris Freedom # SA4414B is a great option to use to transport your bikes! When I was looking for different options I was trying to search for bike racks that had all of the same features as the Freedom SuperClamp EX # SA4026F. The Saris Freedom # SA4414B has most of the same features just minus the locks. You can easily add those with the 8' Cable Lock and Anti-Rattle Hitch Lock # SA984 that come keyed alike. Or purchase them separately with # SA3022 and # SA981. As far as the folding features of this bike rack when you don't have bikes loaded, the answer is maybe. From the center of the hitch pin hole to the closest part of the bike rack is a mere 10" when folded up. You will need to measure center of the hitch pin hole to where you would clear the bumper on your Odyssey. If that measure is more than 10 inches it would be able to fold it out of the way when the bikes are unloaded.

Answer 1

Great News! The Saris #SA4414B Freedom 4 bike rack will accommodate all four of your bikes, even the small 12" bike. The wheel baskets can be adjusted toward the center to fit bikes with a smaller wheelbase. I have attached a picture of the…

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Answer 2

I have the perfect rack for you. The Saris SuperClamp EX part #SA4025F can fit fat bike tires, can fit small kid sized tires like what you have and also only touches the bikes at the tires. It's also very lightweight at 35 lbs. Check out the…

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Answer 3

Those are a couple of great options you mentioned, but between the RockyMounts WestSlope 3-Bike Rack #RKY10223 and the Kuat Transfer V2 3-Bike Rack #KU24FR, I would definitely go with the Kuat Transfer V2 #KU24FR. There are a number of reasons for…

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Answer 4

There is a great option for a 4-bike rack that can carry both adult and kids' bikes, the Saris Freedom 4 Bike Platform Rack #SA4414B. The reason this will work with the larger wheelbases of adult bikes and smaller wheelbases of kids' bikes is…

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Answer 5

The RockyMounts MonoRail 2 Bike Platform Rack #RKY10003 that you referenced is a great bike rack but it can only accommodate wheel diameters between 20" - 29" so we'll need to find you a different bike rack that is compatible with your…

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Answer 6

Yes, you can use the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C11416 on your 2021 Honda HR-V LX, to be able to carry 2 bikes. This receiver will fit all trim levels and both the FWD and AWD drive types. As you are going to be carrying a bike rack an important…

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Answer 7

The SportRack Ridge Swing 4 Bike Rack part #SR2415 will work with kid's bikes as well as most adult bikes. That said, if any of these bikes have an alternative frame type which is common on kid's and women's bikes then you will need an…

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Answer 8

For your 2018 Buick Enclave, I recommend the Hollywood Racks Destination 4 Bike Platform Rack - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount #HR4000 is the most versatile. It holds each bike by the frame and has cradles for the wheels. I've attached a video…

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Answer 9

Hello Chris, For so many small bikes and your desire to not use adapter bars, I recommend the Curt 4 Bike Platform Rack - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount - Tilting #C18087. This has adjustable wheel hoops for various size bikes along with the…

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Answer 10

The Yakima HoldUp 4 Bike Platform Rack part #Y02443-2 will accommodate kid's bikes with wheels as small as 20 inches. According to Yakima, they do not recommend using the Yakima HoldUp with kid's bikes that have smaller than 20" wheels.…

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Answer 11

Platform bike racks do offer several advantages like the one you mentioned of not needing adapter for kids or women's bikes. They also are much easier to load and hold the bikes in a more stable way. The Transfer part #KU24FR that you referenced…

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Answer 12

I have a couple reasons Anthony, that I feel like makes the Kuat Transfer #KU24FR much nicer to use than the RockyMounts MonoRail Bike Rack #RKY10004-10005. With as deep as the 3 bike racks are I like on the Kuat you do not have the full length trays…

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