Saris Freedom
Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Saris Freedom. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
5 reasons to buy
- The Saris Freedom secures the bikes at three points. Experts and buyers praise the stability of the bikes during transport.
- Owners appreciate the wide range of bikes the rack can carry, including varied frame shapes, e-bikes, and those with fenders.
- Once assembled, most find the Freedom is easy to install, say owners and testers.
- A plastic adapter (included) adds compatibility with 2” hitch receivers.
- The rubber coating on the frame straps prevents the harder plastic from damaging frame paint.
10 reasons not to buy
- Several owners report missing nuts and bolts upon arrival, delaying assembly and installation.
- Some buyers complain of cracked wheel trays and broken straps.
- The two outer trays of the Freedom 4 have a reduced weight capacity of 35lb per bike.
- Bottle cages obstruct the frame straps, so users must feed them through the cage to tighten.
- Several owners report the tilt lever breaking upon first use.
- Some report the bolt that secures the down tube cradle loosening over time.
- E-bikes with down tube-integrated batteries require Saris’s Long Straps.
- Experts say that preventing bike-on-bike contact requires a lot of shuffling, especially with the third and fourth bikes on the Freedom 4.
- The Freedom isn’t compatible with RVs.
- The hitch doesn’t lock to the vehicles.
Bottom line
The Saris Freedom platform hitch rack comes in two-bike and four-bike versions. Larger wheel holders and longer straps for fat tires are available separately. Reviewers praise the rack’s sturdiness and compatibility with varied frame shapes. Complaints include missing nuts and bolts from the assembly kit, low-quality plastic components, and difficulty loading multiple bikes. Potential buyers should consider weight capacities and hitch compatibility. Most consider the competitively priced Saris Freedom a solid platform rack, but some of the materials are lower quality, which may shorten its lifespan.BikeRide finds and shows you the best prices of the bikes you want to buy. Prices constantly change and it’s impossible to compare them all yourself.
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