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Comments about Yakima SuperJoe Pro 3 Trunk Bike Rack:
I haven't even used the rack yet, and am extremely frustrated with the installation. I specifically purchased this model to transport 3 bikes (2 adult and 1 child), and the salesperson did tell me that because I have a van that I would have to use the glass hatch adaptor. No problem...the kit came with the adaptor. However, when I tried to install, the manual warns that if you use the glass hatch adaptor, you can only transport 2 bikes. If I had known this, I may have purchased another rack. I still may take it back, but what a hassle when the information should have been more clear upfront. As well, there are several inconsistencies with the manual. Hope the thing works when/if I finally get it installed!
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Comments about Yakima SuperJoe Pro 3 Trunk Bike Rack:
The rack is relatively simple to install, although the graphic guide and measurements in my case (VW Touareg and Honda Element) were not quite right - so I simply adjusted it to fit while on the vehicle(s). It proved to be a challenge trying to get a women's bike on the rack. I ended up having to remove the front wheel as well as the seat in order to get another (men's) bike on the rack next to the women's mountain bike. Without the luxury of quick release wheels or seat on a women's BEACH CRUISER you have to resort to gymnastics get it on with (2) more bikes - not to mention the strength needed to hold it up and maneuver it past all the hardware. Yakima evidently makes a cross-bar tube accessory you can purchase separately to add to, and use with women's bikes - I need to get a couple of these to see if they will help. It would have been nice to have known about the accessory up front though. All said, (1) women's beach cruiser, (1) men's mountain bike, (1) women's mountain bike - it handled them all together safely!
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Comments about Yakima SuperJoe Pro 3 Trunk Bike Rack:
I can put it on by myself in 5 minutes. It is very stable. It also has rubber straps that you just hook in around your bike. Extremely easy. Make sure to find the correct measurement for your car from the Yakima manual.
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Comments about Yakima SuperJoe Pro 3 Trunk Bike Rack:
The hooks/straps are prelabeled to where they should be placed. It took me about 35 minutes to secure this rack to my Volvo V50 wagon. Driving 20mi at highway speed immediately after initial install through a evening downpour didn't dislodge or shift the rack system. The straps take a moment to ensure they're securely fastened, but I'd rather be safe than sorry. The only disadvantage is to resist the urge to turn on the rear wiper during a downpour since the upper arm of this rack system will sit right above the rear wiper (yes, I learned this lesson firsthand).
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Comments about Yakima SuperJoe Pro 3 Trunk Bike Rack:
I wrestled with it during its first use, but I got the hang of it and couldnt love it more now. The rubber straps that secure the bikes are tight to attach at first, but again seem easier now, and fitting it on the trunk is really fast and easy. I would recommend the 3 bike rack rather than the 2. I had a tough time squeezing 2 bikes onto the smaller rack. Anyway, I use it frequently, and have full confidence in it.
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Comments about Yakima SuperJoe Pro 3 Trunk Bike Rack:
This is the first car rack that I have owned/used and I was nervous, but I installed it easily and if feel confident that my bike is secure. Some of the instructions in the manual are incorrect when it came to my specific model of car, but I just used some common sense and got a second opinion. Also, the straps that secure the bikes, while they feel really secure, are not that easy to get on.
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