Saris

Wisconsin-based manufacturer known for affordable, reliable bike racks.

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About Saris

Saris Cycling Group is the Wisconsin-based bike rack brand that makes the best value in the mid-tier. Founded in 1989 in Madison, Wisconsin, Saris started as Graber Products and has been family-owned the entire time. Everything they ship is built in a solar-powered facility right in Madison.

Saris makes hitch racks (SuperClamp, MHS, Freedom), trunk racks (Bones), roof racks, and indoor bike trainers (H3, M2). The SuperClamp EX 2-Bike at about $380 is one of the best dollar-per-feature hitch racks on the market — tray-style, tilt-away, no frame contact, for about half the price of a Kuat NV.

The catch: Saris had some well-publicized corporate trouble in 2022 and briefly filed Chapter 11. They emerged under new ownership, and existing warranties have been honored, but some enthusiasts stayed away. Worth watching how the new ownership treats quality.

Did you know?

Saris's headquarters in Madison is powered entirely by rooftop solar, and the company used to give employees free bikes as a signing bonus. The original "Bones" trunk rack name came from a Halloween costume contest in 1991.

Top Saris racks compared

	Saris Edge 2-Bike	Saris Bones EX 3-Bike	Saris Bones EX 2-Bike	Saris SuperClamp EX 2-Bike	Saris 2025 SuperClamp 2-Bike
Weight Capacity	70.0	35.0	35.0	120.0	120.0
Weight	65.0	11.0	9.0	35.0	45.0
Length	—	22.0	22.0	49.5	49.5
Width	—	20.0	16.0	15.5	15.5
Height	—	9.0	9.0	11.0	11.0
Material	Steel	Steel	Steel	Steel	Steel
Mounting	Hitch Receiver	Trunk Strap	Trunk Strap	Hitch Receiver	Hitch Receiver
Installation	Basic Tools	Basic Tools	Basic Tools	Basic Tools	Basic Tools
Noise Rating	Silent	Silent	Silent	Silent	Silent
Security	Moderate	None	None	Moderate	Moderate
Value Score	89	92	92	90	87
Ease of Use	92	90	90	90	90
Build Quality	85	85	85	85	85
Score	93/100	91/100	91/100	91/100	91/100

Saris Edge 2-Bike

93/100

Weight Capacity: 70.0
Weight: 65.0
Length: —
Width: —
Height: —
Material: Steel
Mounting: Hitch Receiver
Installation: Basic Tools
Noise Rating: Silent
Security: Moderate
Value Score: 89
Ease of Use: 92
Build Quality: 85

Saris Bones EX 3-Bike

91/100

Weight Capacity: 35.0
Weight: 11.0
Length: 22.0
Width: 20.0
Height: 9.0
Material: Steel
Mounting: Trunk Strap
Installation: Basic Tools
Noise Rating: Silent
Security: None
Value Score: 92
Ease of Use: 90
Build Quality: 85

Saris Bones EX 2-Bike

91/100

Weight Capacity: 35.0
Weight: 9.0
Length: 22.0
Width: 16.0
Height: 9.0
Material: Steel
Mounting: Trunk Strap
Installation: Basic Tools
Noise Rating: Silent
Security: None
Value Score: 92
Ease of Use: 90
Build Quality: 85

Saris SuperClamp EX 2-Bike

91/100

Weight Capacity: 120.0
Weight: 35.0
Length: 49.5
Width: 15.5
Height: 11.0
Material: Steel
Mounting: Hitch Receiver
Installation: Basic Tools
Noise Rating: Silent
Security: Moderate
Value Score: 90
Ease of Use: 90
Build Quality: 85

Saris 2025 SuperClamp 2-Bike

91/100

Weight Capacity: 120.0
Weight: 45.0
Length: 49.5
Width: 15.5
Height: 11.0
Material: Steel
Mounting: Hitch Receiver
Installation: Basic Tools
Noise Rating: Silent
Security: Moderate
Value Score: 87
Ease of Use: 90
Build Quality: 85

All Saris Products(17)

93/100

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Saris Edge 2-Bike

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike

~$1,870MSRP

91/100

Saris

Saris Bones EX 3-Bike

Bike Rackstrunk_mount_bike

~$442MSRP

91/100

Saris

Saris Bones EX 2-Bike

Bike Rackstrunk_mount_bike

~$391MSRP

91/100

Saris

Saris SuperClamp EX 2-Bike

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike

~$986MSRP

91/100

Saris

Saris 2025 SuperClamp 2-Bike

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike

~$1,360MSRP

91/100

Saris

Saris SuperClamp G3 HD 2-Bike

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike

~$1,070MSRP

89/100

Saris

Saris SuperClamp EX 4-Bike

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike

~$1,700MSRP

89/100

Saris

Saris Freedom 2-Bike

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike

~$646MSRP

89/100

Saris

Saris Bones 2-Bike

Bike Rackstrunk_mount_bike

~$340MSRP

89/100

Saris

Saris MHS DUO Tray

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike

~$765MSRP

87/100

Saris

Saris MHS Modular Base

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike

~$425MSRP

87/100

Saris

Saris Freedom 4-Bike

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike

~$1,100MSRP

86/100

Saris

Saris SuperClamp 2-Bike 2025

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike

~$1,360MSRP

84/100

Saris

Saris SuperClamp G3 HD RV

Bike Racksrv_bike_rack

~$1,070MSRP

83/100

Saris

Saris SuperClamp EX 4-Bike

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike

~$1,700MSRP

75/100

Saris

Saris Bones 3-Bike Trunk

Bike Rackstrunk_mount_bike

~$391MSRP

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Saris

Saris SuperClamp EX 2-Bike

Bike Rackshitch_mount_bike

~$986MSRP

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saris

The Saris SuperClamp EX2 handles e-bikes up to 60 lbs per bike. Their budget Bones line maxes at 35 lbs per bike, which excludes most e-bikes. If e-bike compatibility matters, go SuperClamp or look at Kuat NV 2.0. This is the single most important spec to check before buying.

The Saris Bones is one of the most universally compatible trunk racks — it fits more vehicle shapes than most competitors. However, cars with spoilers, deep rear curves, or certain SUV tailgates may not work. Check their online Fit Guide with your exact year/make/model before purchasing.

The Bones is the best-selling trunk rack in America for good reason: it fits almost everything, installs in 5 minutes, folds flat for storage, and costs ~$272–340 for 2-bike capacity. It's molded from recycled materials and has injection-molded arms that won't rust. The trade-off vs. hitch racks: less secure, no lock, and it blocks trunk access while loaded.

Different buyers. Saris (Bones at ~$272–340) is for casual riders who want a simple, affordable rack they can throw on for weekend rides. Kuat (~$510–1,100) is for committed cyclists who load bikes weekly and want integrated locks, tilt access, and e-bike support. If you're debating between the two, ask: do I ride weekly or seasonally?

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