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Bike rack for a forester

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PULSEofdaNATION
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I just picked up a 98 forester and I am trying to get a bike rack for it. It does not have hitch, so i need to get a bike rack for the top. The more bikes I could fit on it the better. and the less it costs the better as well.

I have looked on craigslist a little, but did not find anything really that would work.

Anyone have any experience with some quality yet inexpensive bike racks?

let me know
Jul 14 2011 9:10PM
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potato_man
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shouldnt your life-partner in combat boots and cargo shorts named Jen be doing this kind of research?

sorry had to throw that in...but getting a htich installed is your best bet its not a huge cost either you just have to pick what size hitch you want to use...its an extra expense but nothing beats a hitch-rack
Jul 14 2011 9:14PM
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captainEMERICA
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Saris bones RS. It is built around a aluminum fram v. a plastic one. Also it is not based off of your "classic" car rack design. Rather than have two straps on top, two on the sides and two on the bottom, there are just two hooks that go under the mouth of the trunk, then two straps that ratchet, rather than strap down. Also with this system because of the ratchet, there is zero possibility of the straps slipping. So on longer drives when the bike is on the back you do not need to worry about checking the straps every time you hit a bump. Additionally, after the initial setup, putting the rack on the car takes seconds rather than 5 to ten minuets with a more classic design. It offers the stability of a hitch or a roof rack without having to invest in a roof system or install a hitch. Also it is made in the USA and has a lifetime warranty with the best warranty team I have ever had the pleasure to work with. I work in a bike shop if you have not already guessed.

Here is the link to the Bones RS on saris's site, scroll down to see the options:

Jul 14 2011 9:21PM
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toominator
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Yeah, get a strap-on

lots of good options available these days
Jul 14 2011 9:26PM
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