Saris is continuing to update their rack lineup for 2025. We brought you news about the Edge rack from the Philly Bike Expo, but we now have news on the updated SuperClamp and Freedom racks. “At Saris, our mission has always been to create products that make it easier and safer for cyclists to ride more and worry less,” says Darren Snyder. “We continue to invest in the cycling space by designing racks that not only meet the evolving needs of riders but also support the independent bike shops that keep the cycling community thriving.”
SuperClamp
The SuperClamp name has been around for a number of years for Saris. It’s been a two bike, Shepard’s hook rack that was great for lower clearance vehicles due to it’s J-bend stinger, allowing it to hug the bumper. It has been my go-to rack when not reviewing other racks, due to the clearance for my Subaru Impreza.
The updated SuperClamp adds a little more polish and convenience to the rack. It still uses a Shepard’s hook on the front wheel and ratchet strap for the rear wheel for zero contact on the frame, but the hook has a spring loaded arm, similar to the new Edge rack. This means that even if you lose pressure in your tire while the bike is on the rack, the arm will automatcally adjust and stay tight on the wheel. It also takes the guess work out of where the hook should be. Just fold it out until it stops, pull the arm out, put the bike on the rack, let the arm slide down into place on the tire, and lock the arm for security if needed (there is also an integrated lock loop for even more security). The adjustable front wheel block works with wheels from 20″ to 29″.
The rack is now completely made from aluminum, upgrading the plastic wheel trays, keeping it light, strong (holds up to 60lbs per tray), and rust-resistant. The tool-free Anti-Wobble System, also similar to the Edge, provides a solid connection with no tools required. A locking hitch pin is also included. When not in use, it folds forward to reduce the rear length. When bikes are installed, it has a tilt feature that allows you to access your trunk.
Freedom 2025
The Freedom also gets an update for 2025. The redesign moves the arms from the center where frames would attach at the downtube using a padded cradle to Shepard’s hooks at the front wheel, making it a zero frame contact design. The arms fold up from the tray and lock into a fixed, upright position to take the guesswork out of fitting your bike. The rear wheel tray pivots to make loading easier and allows the rack to fit various sized bikes. Both wheel trays have ratchet straps to hold the wheels in place.
The frame of the rack is made from aluminum to be strong, rust resistant, and light, making it easy to load and unload from your vehicle. To keep it steady, the Freedom uses a threaded hitch pin to hold it tight in the hitch. For security, Saris included locks at the hooks and a loop for a cable lock, along with a lock for the hitch pin.
Edge
Finally, we have the new Edge rack. This is going to be Saris’ premium rack for those looking for security and simplicity. There is only one configuration for the Edge, unlike the MHS rack system that lets you mix and match between two different bike trays and a cargo tray, or even add an additional bike. The two-bike rack uses spring loaded Shepard’s hooks on the front wheels and a ratchet strap at the back with a block you can uses as a wheel block or riser block to help with interference between bikes. It can hold up to 80lbs per tray, making it great for e-bikes or heavy mountain bikes. For security, it has locking cables for each bike and a locking hitch pin, all using the same key. When not in use, the Edge folds up vertically to save space, or can be tilted downwards when loaded to allow access to the back of the vehicle. It also uses the tool-free design that Saris added to the SuperClamp to make installation extremely easy.
The Edge is available now through Saris’ website and dealers at $999.99. The updated SuperClamp and Freedom will be added later this spring, and prices will be $799.99 and $499.99 respectively.
Based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Scott joined Bike World News as the Cyclocross Editor in 2012 before taking over as Tech Editor in 2016. He has also worked as a photographer for various pro teams and shoot races along the east coast of the US, including the 2012 US MTB National Championships, 2013 UCI Cyclocross World Championships, and 2016 UCI Road World Championships. Scott has a passion for performance and technology, with 35 years of riding and mechanic experience. He also enjoys soccer, running, teaching group fitness classes, and is the founder of Lancaster Beard Company.
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