Carries up to 4 bikes perfect for riding with friends and family
Fits both 1 ¼" and 2" hitch receivers with the included adaptor
FEATURES:
Grants superior bike stability with integrated anti-sway technology that prevents bike-to-bike contact
Attach bikes securely with ratcheting cradle straps on the rack
Bikes are safe and secure during transport with 7 inch spacing between bikes
Compact cradle design offers versatility to fit most bikes no matter frame size or style
Cable lock (included) keeps your bikes safely tied to the rack while on-the-go or just storage
Easy folding bike arms to consolidate space when not in use
HitchSwitch offers convenient access to rear trunk with a lever to tile down the rack
The tool- free SnugTite stinger (lock included) makes installation fast and locking the rack simple
Easy carry grab handle constructed to help you move the rack
Brand : Thule
Country of Origin : United States of America
Web ID: 19THUAPXXT4BKXXXXHTC
SKU: 19973254
REVIEWS
3.7
70%
Recommended
74 Reviews
Kfam
8 months ago
Arms Holding Bikes Broke Off
We bought this with confidence after having sturdy Thule products in the past. After only four uses on our passenger van, an arm completely broke off, nearly totaling four of our kids bikes. All well below the weight limits for the arms. Tons of bounce in the arms for the bikes from the get go, straps worked fine. Was told it likely wasn’t the right hitch for our vehicle type so nothing covered by warranty.
Bikingwfriends
Verified Purchase
8 months ago
Better Than Expected.
Perfect size and feature set for me. Very well constructed and I expect to get years of enjoyment from the rack. So great to be able to ride with friends.
GXAssis
9 months ago
Solid Rack, One Concern About Hitch Mount System
The rack is sturdy, well-built, and kept my bikes secure on the road. I was initially frustrated with the straps, but it turned out I was using them incorrectly. (If you don’t properly fit the ratcheting strap into the cradle, they can be difficult to loosen.) Now, onto my main concern: I’m still learning to fully trust the hitch mounting system. Since there’s no pin going through the parts, the rack is essentially held in place by "pressure." After the first use (around 100 miles), I noticed some wear marks on the 2-inch adapter, likely caused by wobbling. It also looks like the bolt rubbed against the “L” piece in the locking system, which has caused damage to the thread (see pictures). I came across another review where a damaged bolt was mentioned, and the knob was no longer tightening properly. In my case, the knob is still functioning, but I’m unsure how long it will last. For the price I paid, I honestly wasn’t expecting an issue like this.
D_Mac
Verified Purchase
10 months ago
Excellent!
Very happy with the Thule Apex XT. Solid construction. Quick and easy to install on vehicle. Easily load bikes and carry them securely.
Markeg
1 year ago
Sturdy And Easy To Use
Been using this for a couple of years, including PA to FL trips as well as local. Very sturdy and solid. Easy to use. I don’t understand the difficulties others are having.
Joe Bob Jim John
1 year ago
Great For 2 Bikes Not 4
Got four new mountain bikes, adult size, regular tires. No way in H I can fit more than 2 on this thing. To fit 3 or 4, I'd have to take off the tires. The zip tie downs also suck. They're a pain to use. I'm chucking them and will use regular zip ties and just cut them when done, assuming I don't take this back.
Twinsrock
Verified Purchase
1 year ago
Love It
We just did over 1000 miles last week as we went to Zion from So Cal with our 4 bikes on it. I would highly recommend it although I’d change the strapping system as the oversized zip ties are kind of a nuisance to instead compared to the other belt style
Pharatelle
Verified Purchase
1 year ago
Great Product
This rack is well built and easy to assemble out of the box. Our first use was a 1000 km car ride which included two ferry crossings and all went well. The bikes are solidly secured to the rack which is solidly secured to the car. I followed the recommendations to verify the car connection after about 300 km but there was no need to adjust it. It's very easy and quick to get the bikes on and off the rack with no risks of scratching them (we did three rides during the trip). In our case (Chrysler 300), there is no need to tilt it to get to the trunk. And once we got back home, it took less than a minute to get it off the vehicle. Overall, I'm very happy with this product and would highly recommend it.
Barend
Verified Purchase
1 year ago
Solid Product
I like the product, a bit expensive, but I couldn’t find something for much less and I had confidence in it. The straps are tricky, and that’s probably why I’ve seen a lot of complaints about them not working. They do work, but the instructions aren’t great, I basic and stumbled onto the trick to get them to work fully. The few I installed incorrectly were super difficult to get off, but after that I knew and it was easy. So maybe worth reviewing you manuals wrt to the straps.
gatineau biker
Verified Purchase
2 years ago
So Easy To Use
Bought this specifically for ease of use - can install on and off very easily without tools or any trouble. Bikes are easy to mount. Locking features are great as well. Look forward to getting out and about with this trailer this season.
Cghughes
2 years ago
No Pin- Fell Of Car With 3 Bikes On It
This seems like it should be great. However, there is no on that goes through the hitch, just one that clamps on the side. When we went on vacation with 3 bikes on the rack, and drove on a bumpy road, the whole hitch just fell off, with all the bikes. We had to have my kids ride back out 8 miles so we could get out without it falling off again. And we are positive that we secured and locked the hitch correctly.
John456
Verified Purchase
2 years ago
Well Made
Good and sturdy, the only thing missing is a front wheel stabilizer . Also beware with the space between the rods, kids bikes dont fit. In general very good product
Biscuit 68
2 years ago
Great For Adult.bikes ,Not For Kids Size Bikes
Do not think you can put a small adult size or a childs bike on there because you cannot. We bought it to make it easy to transport our FAMILY bikes everywhere we go. Found out we could not fit them all. Disappointing.
Leo
Verified Purchase
2 years ago
Good Product
We've been out for several times with 3 bikes mounted. The longest trip is 20km one way with the max speed around 70km/h. It feels like very sturdy. One problem for me is the frames of my wife and son's bikes (20' and 24') are seems a bit tight for it. The paint is scraped a bit. Other than that, it needs a bit of effort when you try to mount two bikes onto adjacent cradle. But it should be a common problem for all cradle racks. Overall, I'm happy with this product.
hdog
Verified Purchase
2 years ago
Great Quality
We have already used it a few times and really enjoy it. Seems really good quality and user friendly.
