Apex XT Bike Rack - 4 Bike
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Why We Like The Apex XT Bike Rack
Constructed for smooth, luxurious bike transportation, the Thule Apex XT Bike Rack provides improved ground and bumper clearance than its predecessors, and makes loading and unloading your bikes easier than ever before. The SnugTite stinger system allows for easy and secure installation without tools, while the the HideAway anti-sway cradles keep your bikes stable when you're on the road.
The compact cradle design accommodates a wide variety of bike sizes and frame styles, meaning there's room for the whole family, and all four bikes sit seven inches apart on the arms to provide optimal spacing and eliminate contact. The reinforced cradle straps are now 25% stronger than the previous version, and Thule even included an Integrated Locking Cable to secure your bikes to the rack. The Hitch-Switch design allows the carriers arms to fold down and the entire carrier rack to fold away when it's not loaded, giving you easy access to the rear of your vehicle.
Details
- Reliable and convenient hitch bike rack carries up to 4 bikes
- Easy, tool-free installation with SnugTite stinger and hand knob
- HideAway cradles with ratcheting straps makes loading a breeze
- Fold up design makes it easy to slide bike frames over cradles
- Spacing of seven inches offer optimal spacing between bikes
- Carries bikes at 3 points to prevent bike-to-bike and bike-to-car contact
- HitchSwitch levers let you fold down arms and rack for rear access
- Built-in cable lock secures your bikes to the rack during pit stops
- Item #THU008X
- Bike Capacity
- 4
- Compatibility
- [hitch] 1.25in, 2in
- Locks Included
- yes
- Part Number
- 9025XT
- Claimed Weight
- 35lb
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited lifetime
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Overall Rating
3.5 based on 59 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageJuly 6, 2024
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.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
July 2, 2024
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
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
June 13, 2024
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.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
May 31, 2024
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.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
April 24, 2024
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.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
April 23, 2024
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.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
April 4, 2024
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
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
January 5, 2024
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.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
October 3, 2023
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.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
August 3, 2023
Great quality
We have already used it a few times and really enjoy it. Seems really good quality and user friendly.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
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