Color | Black |
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Brand | Allen |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 28 x 18 x 5 inches |
Load Capacity | 105 Pounds |
Mounting Type | Strap |
Manufacturer | Allen Sports |
Model | 103DB |
Item Weight | 10 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 28 x 18 x 5 inches |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | 103DB |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes |
Manufacturer Part Number | 103DB |
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ALLEN Deluxe 3-Bike Trunk Mount Rack, Blk/ Silver
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Color | Black |
Brand | Allen |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 28 x 18 x 5 inches |
Load Capacity | 105 Pounds |
Mounting Type | Strap |
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About this item
- Model 103D
- Trunk mounted
- Carries up to 3 bikes
- Designed to fit sedans, hatchbacks, minivans, and SUV's
- Patented tie-down system protects bicycles
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Easy to assemble | 4.3 | 5.0 | — | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.4 |
Easy to install | 4.3 | — | — | 4.2 | 3.8 | 4.2 |
Security features | 3.8 | 5.0 | — | 3.8 | — | 3.7 |
Sturdiness | 3.6 | — | — | 3.9 | 3.6 | 4.2 |
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compatible vehicles | Car, Bicycle | Hatchback, Car, Bicycle, Truck, Minivan, SUV, Sedan | Car, Bicycle | Car, Bicycle | Car | Car |
material | Alloy Steel | Alloy Steel, Sponge, PP | Plastic | Alloy Steel | Alloy Steel | Composite |
load capacity | 105 Pounds | 99 Pounds | — | 105 Pounds | 35 pounds | 35 pounds |
foldable | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
weight | 10 pounds | 9 pounds | 9 pounds | 10 pounds | 9.7 pounds | 4 kilograms |
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About Us
Allen Sports is dedicated to making our products simple, so you can spend more time enjoying them. We are constantly developing well designed, easy to use products that are affordable.This is our mission, our passion and our business.Allen Sports, so simple, go ride!
Our Mission
At Allen, our goal is to design and manufacture the finest bicycle carrying, parking, and storage racks available. Ever since Dick Allen started making rear mounted bicycle carriers in his garage in Lincoln, Massachusetts in 1967, our company has been committed to producing the highest quality, easiest to use racks on the market. Allen Sports USA are better for two simple reasons:
1. The quality and versatility of our products ensure that Allen will be the last rack that you will ever have to buy. 2. At every price point, Allen offers better quality and value than just about anything else available.
Allen prides itself in the extremely loyal and satisfied customer base that we have developed over the years with our high quality, easy to use products. We work hard to keep our customers happy.
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This Deluxe Trunk Mounted Bike Carrier by Allen Sports USA holds up to three bikes and is ideal for weekend biking trips with friends and family. Compatible with most sedans, hatchbacks, minivans, and SUVs, this rack features 15 inch long carry arms and a tie down system to securely holds and protect each bicycle. The rack comes fully assembled, so it can be set up and attached quickly.
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This Deluxe Trunk Mounted Bike Carrier by Allen holds up to three bikes and is ideal for weekend biking trips with friends and family. Compatible with most sedans, hatchbacks, minivans, and SUVs, this rack features 15-inch long carry arms and a tie-down system to securely holds and protect each bicycle. The rack comes fully assembled, so it can be set up and attached quickly.
About Allen Bike Racks
Started out of founder Dick Allen's garage in 1967, Allen Sports is committed to producing the highest-quality, easiest-to-use bike, parking, and storage racks on the market. Dick Allen, a onetime aerospace engineer, opened Allen Sports after building a prototype bike carrier in his Lincoln, Massachusetts, shop in his free time. The bike enthusiast tested the trunk-mounted carrier--made of electrical conduit, metal strapping, and fire hose casings (for padding)--on weekend excursions. Shortly afterward, Allen took his design to consumers, moving from local to national sales by 1971. Today, the company owns more than three dozen patents and operates three warehouses nationally, two factories abroad, and sells products in more than a dozen countries around the world.
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ASIN | B000ELQNYM |
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4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #13,179 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #15 in Bicycle Car Racks |
Date First Available | September 29, 2006 |
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Customers are happy with the quality, ease of installation, and value of the transport rack. They mention that it holds the bike incredibly well, it's stable when driving, and it' s 100% assembled when it arrives. They're also satisfied with performance, and size. That said, some disagree on fit, scratching, and stability.
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Customers like the quality of the transport rack. For example, they say it's really solid all the way, holds the bike incredibly well, and is stable when driving. Some customers also mention that it'll provide years of reliable service.
"...I think this is a very solid rack and it will provide years of reliable service. Cheers." Read more
"...For $40 you get one of the sturdiest and softest bike racks you could imagine...." Read more
"...- it’s easily set up after the first time figuring it out, it’s stable when driving, and bikes fit in the grooves… but if you have an ebike the..." Read more
"...It is perfect for my needs, and I wouldn't think of having anything else!!..." Read more
Customers find the installation of the transport rack to be easy. They mention that the rack mounts easily, it's 100% assembled when it arrives, and the straps can be done/undone fairly quickly. It takes them about 1 minute to mount/dismount the bike.
"...The rack mounts easily (it took me a few minutes to set up the first time, and it should only take a minute or two in the future) and holds the bike..." Read more
"...It's easy to take on and off of the car, easy to mount bikes on...just a great product all-around. Holds bikes very securely." Read more
"...The straps can be done/undone fairly quickly. It takes me about 1 minute to mount/dismount the bike...." Read more
"...4. It holds the bike securely and is pretty quick to attach to the vehicle...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the transport rack. They mention that it works well, is compact for purposes of storage, and is useful for its price. Some appreciate the rack for its functionality and ease of use, and say it's a good buy.
"...take on and off of the car, easy to mount bikes on...just a great product all-around. Holds bikes very securely." Read more
"...Worked fairly well, although I did get some slippage, and the bikes were definitely bouncing..." Read more
"...I have one of these for my truck and it works great. Easy on, easy off and very secure...." Read more
"I don't often need to travel with my bike but this rack works well and sets up quickly...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the transport rack. They mention that it works well for the money, the quality is good, and it is reliable.
"...It’s good not great but also it’s reliable and worth getting" Read more
"...thus far, I have had the rack for 3 months and it’s the best and affordable product I could find." Read more
"...I would still recommend this product, because it’s not that expensive and it gets the job done I’ve traveled with my bike and ridden over bumps and..." Read more
"...from point A to point B, this is a great, handy little rack for a great price!..." Read more
Customers like the size of the transport rack. They say that it is fully capable of holding two bikes, and is inexpensive. The rack has built-in tie straps for the bikes, making it easier to carry two bikes. It fits a lot of different cars and is versatile enough to use on different vehicles.
"...The bike rack holds 2 bikes quite well. It is secured by 3 metal hooks that attach to your trunk quite easily...." Read more
"...PROS:*Inexpensive*Great for 1 bike..." Read more
"...1. the rack installed as described.2. it easily held the two bikes3. has built in tie straps for the bikes - a bonus4...." Read more
"...straps that are supposed to hold the bike on the rack actually do not hold the bikes unless you flip the them...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the transport rack. Some mention that it fits perfectly with out issue, while others say that it doesn't fit smaller bike frames. The rack is small, stable when driving, and the bikes fit in the grooves. However, some customers say that the rack is not compatible with their vehicle and requires a bit of crafty adjusting.
"...The rack fit well on my 1989 Toyota Corolla All-Trac station wagon, and feels very secure...." Read more
"...It is very small when disassembled...." Read more
"3 bikes fit a bit tight but well. Be careful where the pedals are positioned when mounting the first bike or it can be difficult to remove." Read more
"...the first time figuring it out, it’s stable when driving, and bikes fit in the grooves… but if you have an ebike the thicker frame mean the grips do..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the stability of the transport rack. Some mention that it holds the bike in place securely, while others say that it keeps falling off. The stabilizing bars are a bit challenging to get locked into place, and the rack moves around a lot.
"...and holds the bike in place securely...." Read more
"...Corolla S which has a spoiler on the back - this greatly interferes with the mount rack. In fact, it actually places all the weight on the spoiler!!!..." Read more
"...Holds bikes very securely." Read more
"...A very difficult maneuver for a person to do on their own. Did the designers even test the product out?!Comparison -..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the scratching of the transport rack. Some mention that it hasn't left a single scratch on their car, while others say that it either scratches their spoiler or puts so much weight on their cars. The bungee hooks were starting to scratch the bike paint and were a bit of a hastle to find. Some say that the metal caused no damaged to their car.
"...I did notice that it seemed to leave a mark on top of my trunk where the foam pad rests...." Read more
"...Boulder, CO with this thing on the entire time, and it did no damage to my car whatsoever...." Read more
"...We should have brought some cushioning as one side rubbed a bit and created a very small paint chip that was easily covered with touch up paint but..." Read more
"...I noticed recently that the leading edge of the spoiler had some paint scratched off on both sides but for me was not a big deal since my car is old..." Read more
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I purchased this rack to aid me in moving from Oregon to Colorado. I'll update the review as time goes on.
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2011-June: First impressions (duration of ownership: 1 day; driven around town with one bike to test it):
The rack fit well on my 1989 Toyota Corolla All-Trac station wagon, and feels very secure. I am using it for a single bike (on the innermost mount), and using the additional mounts for a spare wheel and tires, since I don't need the extra capacity at the moment. The rack feels sturdy, and I believe its stated 100 pound load capacity. The rack mounts easily (it took me a few minutes to set up the first time, and it should only take a minute or two in the future) and holds the bike in place securely. I very strongly recommend putting some sort of protection (see photos on the product page) between the metal hooks and the paint of your car (obviously) since the metal could scrape it off.
Mounting the rack works well if you first fit the top hooks, then (while the rack dangles from the top straps) mount the bottom hooks. Don't forget padding (I used an old rag)! The horizontal bars that make contact with the car are very well padded (with ~3/4 inch thick foam rubber), and have a bend in the middle such that the bar *should* avoid contacting the paint of your car. Still, if you're worried: padding is a good idea. I hooked everything onto my back hatch (both the bottom and top hooks), and I am not able to open and close it when the rack is in place. Also, the rack slightly impairs visibility (see photo) when in reverse, as one would expect.
Overall, it seems sturdy and mounts easily. See the photos I've uploaded for more info.
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2011-July: 1200 Miles later
I wholeheartedly approve of this rack's performance. I drove from Portland, OR to Boulder, CO with this thing on the entire time, and it did no damage to my car whatsoever. It held my bike and some tires very securely for the entire trip - three days of HOT weather (as in Moab, UT in mid-July hot... so very hot). I kept checking it out of paranoia, but I never needed to tighten it. Thus I give the rack 5 stars.
Caveats: I haven't used it with more than two bikes at a time as of now. I'll keep this review up to date as I own and use the rack longer. For now, it's stored in my closet with no signs of damage from the trip... save for a little dust :)
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Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2011
I purchased this rack to aid me in moving from Oregon to Colorado. I'll update the review as time goes on.
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2011-June: First impressions (duration of ownership: 1 day; driven around town with one bike to test it):
The rack fit well on my 1989 Toyota Corolla All-Trac station wagon, and feels very secure. I am using it for a single bike (on the innermost mount), and using the additional mounts for a spare wheel and tires, since I don't need the extra capacity at the moment. The rack feels sturdy, and I believe its stated 100 pound load capacity. The rack mounts easily (it took me a few minutes to set up the first time, and it should only take a minute or two in the future) and holds the bike in place securely. I very strongly recommend putting some sort of protection (see photos on the product page) between the metal hooks and the paint of your car (obviously) since the metal could scrape it off.
Mounting the rack works well if you first fit the top hooks, then (while the rack dangles from the top straps) mount the bottom hooks. Don't forget padding (I used an old rag)! The horizontal bars that make contact with the car are very well padded (with ~3/4 inch thick foam rubber), and have a bend in the middle such that the bar *should* avoid contacting the paint of your car. Still, if you're worried: padding is a good idea. I hooked everything onto my back hatch (both the bottom and top hooks), and I am not able to open and close it when the rack is in place. Also, the rack slightly impairs visibility (see photo) when in reverse, as one would expect.
Overall, it seems sturdy and mounts easily. See the photos I've uploaded for more info.
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2011-July: 1200 Miles later
I wholeheartedly approve of this rack's performance. I drove from Portland, OR to Boulder, CO with this thing on the entire time, and it did no damage to my car whatsoever. It held my bike and some tires very securely for the entire trip - three days of HOT weather (as in Moab, UT in mid-July hot... so very hot). I kept checking it out of paranoia, but I never needed to tighten it. Thus I give the rack 5 stars.
Caveats: I haven't used it with more than two bikes at a time as of now. I'll keep this review up to date as I own and use the rack longer. For now, it's stored in my closet with no signs of damage from the trip... save for a little dust :)
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I purchased this to be able to combine car (97 Saturn SL1) and bike commuting. So far, so good. 4 days/week, I drive near work, then bike into (and around) my workplace. My commute is about 20 minutes, with about 10 minutes of freeway driving.
In the few months I have used this, I have had no major issues. The bike does not move much, except the front wheel. I have not found a good way of securing this. Currently, I use my U-lock to lock the wheel and bike frame to the rack frame. This keeps the tire from hitting the car, but there is some motion. I've used bungee cords, which kept the wheel very stable, but the bungees were slowly getting shredded. Otherwise very little motion. So little that it has twice stayed in place when I forgot to strap it down (including once where I drove for 2 - 3 miles on the freeway)!
The straps can be done/undone fairly quickly. It takes me about 1 minute to mount/dismount the bike. A clasp, or something similar, might be quicker, but these do work fine.
It takes a little bit to mount/dismount the rack, but really, not all that long (I've only done it once ... it's fairly intuitive). The short straps for clamping bikes do flap in the wind, and that is occasionally a little distracting when I look in the rear-view mirror, but overall I do not find the rack or rack with bike to be much of a visual issue.
Have not used it on a long trek yet, or with multiple bikes (I will try to remember to update when I do).
I did notice that it seemed to leave a mark on top of my trunk where the foam pad rests. I did not try to remove it, so it could be a non-permanent mark.
UPDATE 4/28/09: Definitely leaving a mark from the middle of the bar on the trunk. Would encourage folks to add some protection in that location.
I still mostly use this for short trips. Did two slightly longer trips (~100 miles each way) without removing the bike in between, and it needed no tightening. This was also through the giant wind tunnel that is the San Gorgonio Mountain Pass in Southern California near Palm Springs ... and the wind was RAGING on the way back.
UPDATE 9/7/09: Mark on the car: it is due to the trunk curving, but the bike-rack bar being straight and with padding only at the ends. I would strongly encourage adding padding in the middle.
Used it for a camping trip with two full-sized bicycles and one child bicycle. Worked fairly well, although I did get some slippage, and the bikes were definitely bouncing (even on the way back, when I was more careful about tightening straps).
UPDATE 6/10/10: My bike rack broke today. One of the straps connected to the trunk just broke, about two inches from the hook. A couple of things to note with this ... I have been using this rack for a year and a half, and about 99% of the time it is outside on my car in a desert-like environment (lots of heat and sun, a little bit of water). Today, I arrived at work and one of the straps had broken. The good news: the bike did not fall off. The one side that broke had slipped to the back of the trunk, but it all stayed on. Also, there is enough strap that I can just tie the strap to the hook, and that held for the drive home, even under 70 MPH strain.
Also, all of the rubber elements on the rack look like crap now. They have sort of "bubbled" in the sun. It doesn't have a lot, so not a big deal. This happened probably in about the first 6 months or so.
FINAL UPDATE 8/18/10: Well, within another month of the first strap breaking, two more did. Honestly, all of the straps were seeming a little brittle. Probably,this was caused by continued exposure to the elements. So, if this is a bike rack you plan to leave on your car, 1.5 years might be it's effective life use. I had thought about contacting Allen to see if I could get new straps under their warranty, but the day after the third strap broke i found a nive replacement rack for $5 at a garage sale.
OKAY - ONE MORE UPDATE 10/3/11: In looking at teh picture, it appears the design may have changed. My rack had a straight bar across the trunk, and this one appears to be curved. I did not have issues with the small metal rods coming out, but given some of the recent reviews, it's certainly something I'd look into if I was purchasing this.