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Thule Apex XT Swing Hitch Mount 4-Bike Rack

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About This Item

SPECS:

    Max Number of Bikes4
    Load Capacity150 lbs.
    Max Bike Weight37.5 lbs.
    Rack Weight42 lbs.
    Dimensions42.2” x 11” x 40.2”
    Folded Dimensions15.2” x 11” x 40.2”
    Tilt Function With BikesYes
    Receiver CompatibilityFits 2” receivers
    Accessories IncludedBike lock and receiver lock
    Carbon Frame and One Key System CompatibleYes

DESIGN:

  • Carries up to 4 bikes perfect for riding with friends and family
  • Fits 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
  • Swing-away design provides convenient access to rear of vehicle even when loaded
  • The tool- free SnugTite stinger (lock included) makes installation fast and locking the rack simple
  • Opens easily and closes with a pull of a pin
  • Brand : Thule
  • Country of Origin : United States of America
  • Style : 9027XT
  • DSG Pro Tips
  • Web ID: 19THUAPXXTSWNGXXXHTC
  • SKU: 19973256

REVIEWS

3.5
66%
Recommended

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Verified Purchase

Strong

I bought this a few monthes ago. The Straps are lower quality then the ones that are on my Thule outway hanging bike rack. Its difficult to release the straps with the current ratching straps, my Thule outway hanging bike rack has more durable ratching straps and areceasier to release. Its hard to get bike on with all the straps in the way and the drop down stap that locks in the frame under the bike seat just dangles all the time if not in-use. I feel engineering could have made it so that it clicked back in with the strap installed. It is very strong, swing arm works very well. Easy to operate. Allows access to trunk with bikes mounted.

Love My Thule Swing Out Bike Rack

I’ve. Been using his rack for 7 years and it’s still works great, it’s very cumbersome and heavy so it takes 2 people to guide it in the receiver, but once you do it’s there for the season, which is April -October here in New England. I love how I can still have access to the trunk by swinging it out, with or without bikes loaded on it. It’s very sturdy and comes with excellent straps to hold the bike, they easily pop in,. We are looking to get fat tire bikes so we will defintelt go with the Thule brand as it’s trusted cabs well made.

Poor Execution To A Great Concept

I have had this bike rack for a year now and have used it to carry 1-4 bikes over many many miles on the road. This has been one of the most disappointing products Thule has made due to how much potential it has and how difficult it is to live with on a day to day basis. I had high expectations that I would be able to keep the rack on day to day and carry bikes easily. Both expectations were not met. Two major flaws with the design doom it from the start. The strap system when carrying bikes and the locking system of the arms. The straps system is a disaster and there isn't any way around it. I have yet to find a way to release the straps without using two hands, ton of pain to my fingers and a ton of time. I've worked on a single trap for 3 minutes before I was able to release it. I've read and reread the instructions to see if there is something I'm doing wrong. Nope. The plastic straps just don't let you depress the release mechanisms. I can't even imagine doing this in cold weather. The second flaw is that the swing arm locks with a screw that is accessed down near the bottom between the hitch and the rack. this means every time you want to swing the rack out you got to get down and unscrew the swing arms. This can take a while if the rack is loaded with bikes. Every other mechanism on this rack is a simple latch placee in a easily accessible and ergonomic position. For what it's worth the plastic alignment piece also broke within the first 2 months. I will give credit where it is due and say there are no sagging issues with the swing arm and the locking cable is a nice touch. I also haven't had a bike fall off either. 1 Star there i guess. Buyer beware. This product is hard to live with day to day with bikes, it's even harder to use when putting bikes on the rack. For the price I was expecting much better and regret buying this product.

Verified Purchase

Solid Bike Rack!

This is a solid rack that once tightened in the hitch doesn't move, rattle or squeak. The rachets take a bit of breaking in but once used are tight and the bikes don't move. Use the strap for the tires. A huge convenience. The rack weighs a little bit but the compact nature when folded makes it easy to move around or on and off the hitch mount. Way less weight than a 4 bike bottom tray carrier and the Apex minimally obscures the rear camera. Not a huge deal you can still use the rear camera feature of the vehicle, unlike some other racks. Overall I'm very satisfied with the Apex rack.

Verified Purchase

Good Product

I bought this a few months ago and used multiple times. I have a Infinity QX80 and when I extend the arm with the bikes on I can't open the trunk. I guess this product is designed more for small and medium SUV not for a big one. But so far I'm happy with this product.

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