Pendle’s Strap on rack has a satisfyingly engineered feel. The upper arm of the frame can be locked at one of three angles, allowing the rack to sit in different positions, and adjustable-height arms should keep bikes well above the lights and registration plate. Tough straps hold everything steady, and the boot can still be opened.
Three bikes – up to 40.5kg – can be strapped onto the plastic sleeved arms, which allow for flexible positioning. You might need to put some padding between the bikes though, to prevent damage. Surprisingly, the rack’s supplementary rubber protective strip wore through after one journey.
