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Whether you need to safely transport your bike to and from your local bike shop or annual charity ride all while keeping the inside of your car clean solo is a convenient solution. Just place it, tighten the straps, secure your bike, and go. Its compact uni-body frame fits a variety of vehicle makes and models, just like bigger bike racks do, minus the adjustments. It also fits neatly in a trunk or closet, making solo as easy to store as it is to use. Solo delivers the simple experience that so many cyclists are looking for from a rack. Low cost, so you can invest more in a bike. Easy installation, so you can grab and go. Compact size, so you can store it almost anywhere. Stability, with reliable straps and hold-downs designed to keep both the bike and the rack right where you want them. It should come as no surprise that the idea for solo came from innovative designer Fabio Pedrini, the genius behind legendary Saris racks like bones and Thelma. Solo features the same heavy duty, 100% recyclable plastic found in our bones rack, making solo as strong as it is . The injection molded uni-body frame won't rust and can carry the same kinds of bikes other racks can. And like other Saris racks, solo is built in Madison, WI, and carries a limited lifetime warranty. So no matter how often you use solo, you know you're covered. Features weighs 2-Pounds. Bike weight limit 35-Pounds. Uni-body frame requires no frame adjustment for fast, easy installation. Ratcheting straps keep the bike stable and secure. Compatible with most vehicles consult the Saris fit guide for approved fits. Low cost, easy installation, convenient size. Built with 100% recyclable, non-rusting materials. Carries 1 bike up to 35-Pounds. Warranty limited lifetime warranties product instructions Saris fit guide.

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The Solo Single Bike Rack from Saris was created to make it simple and affordable to get your bike from point A to B. With a compact, uni-body frame, the Solo mounts on a large variety of vehicle types with zero mechanical adjustments needed for a secure fit. As easy to store as it is to use, the Solo fits neatly in a trunk or closet. When you're ready to carry your bike on the car, just place it, tighten the straps, secure your bike, and go. The Solo Bike Rack is built in Madison, Wisconsin and carries a limited lifetime warranty.

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Technical Details

Item Package Dimensions L x W x H

‎19.4 x 14.5 x 9.2 inches

Package Weight

‎2.4 Pounds

Item Dimensions LxWxH

‎15 x 20 x 30 inches

Item Weight

‎2.3 Pounds

Brand Name

‎Saris

Color

‎Grey

Material

‎plastic

Suggested Users

‎Cycling

Manufacturer

‎Saris

Part Number

‎102

Size

‎false

Additional Information

ASIN

B003COAZ7O

Customer Reviews

3.6 104 ratings

3.6 out of 5 stars

Best Sellers Rank

#1,070,977 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
#1,199 in Bicycle Car Racks
#8,447 in Cargo Management Products

Date First Available

January 19, 2010

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3.6 out of 5

104 global ratings

5 star		47%
4 star		16%
3 star		9%
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Saris Solo

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on February 23, 2012

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I am writing this review after using the rack consistently for more than a month. Was looking for a cheap rack for to and from college. It was initially hard to figure out how to position my specific bike on the rack. Took me several trips before i learned how it worked best with my car. The rack stays on the car exactly where I put it the problem was my bike a mid 80s road with small top tube. The securing straps for the bike to stay on the rack would not prevent the bike from sliding back and forth. THe straps could not cinch down completely on the frame. So I used a second strap to keep the seat post strapped to one of the plastic arms on the rack. It would work better with a mountain bike or a newer road bike with a top tube larger than 1.5-2" in diameter. I would recommend this rack to a friend

2 people found this helpful

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Cat Lover

35 lbs Max Weight

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 23, 2011

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Product does not fit my car correctly because I have a spoiler on my trunk. I was hoping it would fit underneath the spoiler but the pieces resting on the car is bigger than I thought it would be. I was also disappointed that there is no specifications on what the max weight is... 35 lbs. My commuter bike is at least 35 lbs if not more. The plastic rack really doesn't support the bike so all the pressure is on the straps. Cautions on the pamphlet says to view vehicle compatibility first before use, at [...].

3 people found this helpful

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da ah '00

Inexpensive, functional.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 4, 2013

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First non-roof or truck box rail mounted rack purchased. Was in need for an inexpensive rack to put on the old Chevy Prism(Toyota Corolla) to carry a single bicycle. When unboxing I had some serious doubts. Chunk of light weight plastic. Nothing substantial like the Thules & Gorge Racks owned. Gave it a try. After a few uses I'm happy.

Set up is pretty much idiot proof. I leave the lower straps adjusted to fit the vehicle length. Loosening or tightening the top straps to remove or attach the rack. Take less than a minute. Rack when not used sits inside the trunk. Compact size takes little space in the Chevy's small trunk. No loose parts to lose.

My private driveway and mile of "gravel" township road traveled to reach pavement are by any standards poor. Pot holes, dips, bumps, washouts and rumble strip sections make for a harsh ride. Concern for the bike's paint job & my trunk door resulted in couple additions to the rack. 2 sections of foam pipe insulation to protect the top tube where the bike attaches to the rack and a velcro strap to keep the front wheel from flopping around. Saris incorporates a strap to keep the crankarms from rotating and pedal bumping your vehicle. Rack so far has functioned as advertised. Securely attached bike to the rack. Rack securely attached to your vehicle on smooth paved highways to bumpy gravel roads.

Only couple issue so far. 1st is more due to the road conditions & type of (trunk mount system). Dust & mud kicked up by the vehicle's backwash ends up on the bike more so than a roof system. 2nd is bike security. The rack to be removed at least on my car requires opening the trunk ~1" to release the lower mounting clips. Bending the clip with a small pry bar or just cutting the poly straps would allow for quick thief of the rack. Locking the bike to the rack requires some form of aftermarket cable & lock system. But then the thief could just take the rack with bike attached. Will need to think of some form of locking system to reduce the chance of this situation from happening.

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M. R. Poole

does not fit 2002 nissan sentra gxe with spoiler

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on February 12, 2011

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The Saris Solo is a simple light weight bike rack. I like it's design a lot, but it doesn't get along with the spoiler on my car (2002 Nissan Sentra Gxe), I only used mine once. The strap has to go over my spoiler putting much more pressure on my spoiler than I am comfortable with. Too bad, I really like it's simple design.

Update: I know longer drive a Sentra but I used this rack with my Nissan Versa Hatchback for the first time and I have to say I don't trust it at all. I tried to make it to the bike shop about 3 miles from my house and I was a nervous wreck the whole time. My bike weighs 32LBS and was apparently too much for it. Less than a mile down the road the rack was slipping and bending, a lot! One of the feet wasn't even making contact anymore because the bike was pulling too hard on the plastic. I pulled over to fix it and it seemed the straps we tight enough so I don't know why it was flexing so much. I am changing my rating to 2 stars because I don't trust it at all anymore.

6 people found this helpful

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Mackenzie Kriss

Fits my car even though the website says it won't, and is very stable!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 16, 2013

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I started riding bikes with me dad, and he bought the Saris Bones 3 for his car (which is also a great rack) and I decided I wanted to buy a single rack for my own car. This is great! I went to the Saris website to see if it would fit my car (which is something I don't think a lot of people do) and it said it wouldn't fit my '94 Chrysler LeBaron 2DR. I went ahead and ordered it anyway since my mom also wanted a rack and it could fit her car. When I put it on, I realized why it wouldn't "fit." There are two straps on top that have wide hooks that slip in the top crack of your trunk, and the bottom two straps hook at the bottom of the trunk. My car has reflective lights all across the bottom of my trunk, making it too wide for the hook. However, I could slip the hooks under the bumper, so problem solved! I tightened the straps, put my bike on, checked and tightened the straps again, and it was super stable! I don't know why people said it's unstable. The roads to my town's bike trail are covered with potholes and bumps, and not once did I see the rack move. I didn't take the highway so I hit max speeds of about 50mph, but everything stayed still and was fine! Plus, there is no adjusting of cranks like the Bones, so it's easy to loosen the bottom straps and pop it in the trunk when you're riding! I'm glad I bought this rack, and I'm very confident in it!

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Wilkovian

Good rack but with a few minor drawbacks

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on September 22, 2013

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Brand new to cycling so can't really compare it with other bike racks but my experience of it is as follows;

Pros:
Really, really quickly and easily fitted to the car. Four straps with smooth metal hooks that fit to the top and bottom of the rear door (I drive a Suzuki Swift 2010 model hatchback). Big rubber feet mean it easily fits the back door of most vehicles without risking the paint work and is easily removed upon arrival.

Cons:
The anti-roll strap at the base could be better as even tightened fully it still allows the bike some movement.

The bike is held quite close to the car and with that movement it could potentially rub pedals against the paintwork; I supplement by padding the pedal with bubble-wrap or similar, but this means you must remember bubble wrap and tape whenever you travel.

There is no place on the rack that allows the steering on the bike to be fixed to hold the front wheel still. I've tried several ways and struggled. Because of where the bike then sits this means the bottom of the front wheel is free to swing around. To be fair; it doesn't much and hasn't caused a problem for me as yet after several 20 minute journeys, but on a longer drive I'd be concerned by it much more.

Overall: I'd definitely recommend it. For the money it's excellent. I bought mine as mountain biking is a new hobby and I wanted something cheap, cheerful and easy to use. I got slightly more than I bargained for with this rack, but it's not without some concerns. That being said, I'm impressed enough that my next rack is likely to be the Saris Bones which obviously is made by the same company, so they've obviously done a reasonably good job with this one!

9 people found this helpful

Mrs. Catherine Hodgetts

Pleased with rack and pleasantly surprised

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on July 23, 2012

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I wanted a rack that would hold just one bike. All the racks I found were for two or more and I dont need one that holds more than one bike. Also I wanted a rack that was which to fit to the back of the car. This works on both accounts.

I was concerned whether this would work on my Kia Picanto (08 model) as I couldnt find anything that said it would fit onto it. I risked it anyway as, looking at the various pictures, it looked like it should work ok. The rack fits just great. So long as the straps are adjusted and tightened properly there is no problem at all.

I was also surprised to see how well it worked. Once on the car I did wonder if the rack would take the weight of my bike. After a practice drive round and a few slight adjustments to strap positions on the car I found the rack to be very sturdy. If the straps arent tightened the rack does move a bit but that, I would imagine, could be said for all bike racks that are held on with straps.

All in all pleased with this. And it has the bonus of fitting into the boot of my car too (anyone who has seen the size of the boot on the Picanto will appreciate that the boot is actually quite small so may understand why its difficult to find things that actually do fit in there!)

13 people found this helpful

jeffwil

good product

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on June 1, 2014

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ok first thing first this review is based on the seller, as the product did not fit my vehicle. Fast quick delivery well packaged but as stated the rack did not fit my vehicle which had a small spoiler on it. it did fit my partners vehicle perfectly. I contacted the seller for a return and refund which was processed promptly. I have no complaints. the rack does its job perfectly when fitted to a car it works with, please check before buying. I have gone onto by a Saris sentinel which fits my vehicles and is extremely easy to fit and remove.

JM

Does the Job It Says

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on August 9, 2012

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This product is easy to attached to the car and is light weight making it easy for the weaker person. If I had a bad point to say about this product it would be that I cannot tighten the straps as much as I would like and the carrier moves slightly up at oneside but I think it is more of me not getting the balance correct with my bike. I have only used it a few times and can now master a technique where I put cables round the bottom staps and the bike to make the bike more secure and solid.

Its a good carrier for the price.

4 people found this helpful

Shungle

It works well

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on August 23, 2013

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So I tested this rack by taking my mountain bike to the local bike shop 15 miles away along a windy country road.
It took no more than five minutes to attach the rack to the car (literally couldn't be easier) and get the bike onto the rack.
I have to admit that when I put the bike on I wasn't convinced that it was going to be stable. The rack was secure to the car but I didn't feel the bike was strapped on right. I had visions of it bumping around and slipping.
I was totally wrong. Drove all the way there and back and the bike never moved. It didn't bump against the car although I did have a cover over the pedal just in case it made contact with the boot.
I used one extra bungee cord and used the excess on the straps to tie the bike on.
It was surprisingly secure and the rack never moved.
I re-positioned the rack on the second trip so the upper feet were above my windscreen wiper and it made it even more secure.
I am now delighted with this rack. It lives in the boot of the car, ready to be used at a moment's notice.

2 people found this helpful

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