Trace Velo - Can I trust this AliExpress bike rack???

Bike racks for cars using suction cups are nothing new, but they have always been very expensive. So can I trust this cheap one from AliExpress?

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I have used a Saris Bones 2 as my go-to bike rack for about 5 years. It’s great, but there are loads of straps and buckles so it takes AGES to set up and get fitted to your car. Plus once fitted you can’t get into the boot or trunk, and it has a tendency to get scratches on both the bike, and the car.

I have always wanted to try a suction cup bike rack, but they are very expensive. SeaSucker makes a great one, but it is around £350 for their basic model. So when I came across this once from a company called RockBros a few months back, I had to try it! It’s around one third the price, so WAY cheaper, and I’ve used a few things from RockBros in the past with success, so picked it up.

I’ve used it on several multi-hour trips down the motorway, and it's worked great! It fits perfectly onto the roof of my car, and holds onto the bike really well, even at very high speeds, and in strong cross-winds.

I did have one slight issue with it, but it was down to some dirt on one of the suction cups. Essentially i didnt clean it properly before install, so it was entirely my fault.

But it is surprisingly well built for the money, works incredibly well, and is SO much quicker to install than a regular bike rack!

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RockBros Bike Rack - AliExpress
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Start
00:23 – Overview
01:18 – Unboxing
03:07 – Initial suction test
04:20 – Sponsor spot
05:32 – Motorway testing
07:41 – Suction cup issue
08:18 – Installation & removal guide
09:05 – Conclusion
10:43 – Bonus clip

Intro roll:
Created by Dev Joshi - http://www.go2dev.co.uk

Instagram:
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Email:
tracevelouk@gmail.com

Please note:
I am not a professionally trained bike mechanic. There can be risks associated with using products that are unbranded, untested, or come from sources where the provenance is unknown. Please talk to a qualified bike mechanic if you are in any doubt.

In essence, be careful, do your research, and cycle safe!!!

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