The Hollywood F1B bike rack is the rack that put this company on the map. This original design is as effective today as it was in 1973, and continues to provide a quality support for up to 3 bikes.
It is made of heavy-duty steel tubing that will stand up to the punishment of travel and storage. The user-friendly design features adjustable hinges that mean the unit is easily attached to any car, mini-van or SUV, and are locked once in place. Extra security is provided by the adjustable tie-down straps. The straps are very long, so once the bikes are secured, you’ll want to tie up the loose ends to keep them from flapping in the wind. The braces are padded to protect your vehicle and your bike.
The F1B comes from Hollywood completely assembled, and the arms fold flat to make save on space when stored.
Who Should Buy the Hollywood F1B Bike Rack?
The F1B 3-Bike Rack will be enjoyed by those who are looking for an affordable bike rack. The F1B lacks the design features of newer models. For instance, it must be removed entirely to get into the trunk or hatch of your vehicle. This may make frequent use inconvenient. However, for a sturdy and secure rack that you only use occasionally, or on long trips, this unit is still hard to beat.
Our original 3 bike folding trunk rack, the F1B, is the virtually indestructible rack we designed back in 1973. Completely user friendly, this models multi-position hinges lock into place to fit practically any car, van or SUV.
Our original 3 bike folding trunk rack
Model is multi-position hinges lock into place to fit practically any car, van and SUV
Comes completely preassembled, folds flat for easy storage
Spoiler version, model F2 available
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Review Date: August 9, 2007
Reviewer: NH, PA
I got this because my 13-years-old son bikes a lot and sometimes I have to pick him and his bike up from wherever or whenever he gets stuck.(bad weather, after dark from his friend's house,etc) I used to simply loaded his bike in cargo area of my minivan. But after switching to Corolla, I needed a different way to transport the bike. So I did some research and came across with this rack. After reading positive reviews I've decided to give it a try and I'm glad I did.
Very first time I used it I had to ask my mechanically competent daughter to help me out since I'm a total klutz. But after that I just attach/detach it to and from my car without any problem.( Bottom latches are bit trickier for me but it's not that a big deal-- remember, I'm a total klutz--probably other people won't find it difficult) One person can load a bike on the wrack(I can do it if I have to.) but since the bike needs to be lifted up off the ground( and since I'm short, 5'1"), I ask my son to lift it up and I maneuver it into place.
The straps that latches are attached are very long and they fliped and flapped all over the place when I drove. So I folded and tied the extra into a knot and it worked. Adjusting length of straps when attaching the wrack to my car is easy once you get used to it.I've used it 10+ times so far and has not left marks on my car. It works for my husband's Saturn, too. You might want to keep a flashlight in your car in case you have to set this up in dark. I once threw this in my car instead of attaching to it before I left to pick up my son after dark. although tail light would have been suffice to help me see what I was doing but having flashlight really made the job easier.
My husband who teaches technology education at local middle school likes this product, too. He says it's very well designed. He likes simple but effective stuff rather than fancy and complicated gadgets.
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I hope my review helped you decide whether or not to get this product. In any case, happy biking!
Best trunk mount bike rack you'll find
Review Date: August 4, 2009
Reviewer: SKondris, Riverton, UT United States
They all should be made like this. I've had two of these bike racks (ended up giving the first one to a friend, then later bought another one). They ARE virtually indestructible compared to other bike racks. This one has NO plastic parts other than the nice black sleeves to protect your bike and car from getting scratched. It's based on an extremely simple and therefore extremely strong design. I've had my latest one for over 10 years, and not a single thing has gone wrong, nor worn out, nor cracked, nor twisted, or anything.
I've been a serious biker for over 12 years and this rack has been through everything: mud, rain, snow, crazy driving w/ fast turns, and I've never had a problem.
No, it won't fit perfectly on literally every car out there, but I haven't found one yet that it won't work on. I've used it on a honda civic (hatchback), an accord, a honda odyssey minivan, a camry, a dodge dynasty, and lots of others and it's worked great on them all.
I can't say enough great things about them. They can be hard to find nowadays, it seems, but are well worth the money, especially since they're one of the cheaper racks you can get, but work way better than the expensive trunk mounts you'll find.
I used to work at a bike shop, so I've had roof mounts and tried out LOTS of different trunk mount racks. This one is by far the best you'll find as far as trunk mount racks go.
I can't say enough good things about this rack.
super rack
Review Date: January 15, 2007
Reviewer: JBO,
Great rack - easy to adjust to any vehicle. Not fancy but does the job. A winner.
Hollywood, 3 bike rack
Review Date: January 27, 2010
Reviewer: Joni R. Franzini, san rafael, Ca
this fit very securely on an 05 Toyota Camry. I actually got it to use as a rack for my mothers wheel chair which weighs 50 lbs.. who would think that no one has cornered that market to make/sell this as, a wheel chair rack. It works perfectly.
It's a rack and it's for bikes...
Review Date: March 13, 2010
Reviewer: Jaredin Pon, United States
From the beginning, I was impressed. From the quality of the actual item, to after I installed it (which was amazingly easy), to using it for the first, second, third, etc. time. My wife and I had grown tired of biking in the same side of town for a while and decided it was time to take it to the conveniently near foothills. So, logically, we needed a bike rack for our car. Here's how it stacks up:
PROS:
Easy to install
Tough build
Holds bikes securely with up to three straps
Padded to prevent scratches (to car or bike)
CONS:
None
BOTTOM LINE: I would recommend this product to anyone with a car (like a sedan or coupe style) who wants to be able to throw a couple bikes on the back and go for a ride somewhere distant. If you have a trailer hitch, you should stick with those styles as they are easier to setup and take down a lot easier.
I just leave mine on my car with the straps and slack secured inside the trunk so you'd have to cut the straps to steal it.
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