Toyota Prius User Manual page 40

Strap-On Rack
Prius User-Guide
Inside is the ideal method of transporting bikes. But if you require that room for carrying people or
cargo instead, a strap-on rack can be used.
If you desire an extremely secure connection, for extra support of very heavy loads, there is a little
known option available. The metal anchors for the hatch itself are outside of the waterseal, which
makes them the ideal location for tying a rope to. Just open the hatch, the hinges are part of those
anchors. Extend a rope from there to the strap-on rack or the bikes themselves.
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The photo on the left shows the 3
bike model of the Saris Bones rack.
It straps on very securely with only
a minimal amount of pressure on
the glass. Most of the bike weight
is supported legs on the bumper.
The photo above shows how even
an odd shaped recumbent bike can
be carried along with a traditional
12-speed bike.
Last Updated: 9/30/2006