Apex XT Bike Rack - 2 Bike
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The Thule Apex XT Bike Rack is a premium hitch rack that provides exceptional ground and bumper clearance, 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, and the 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
- Premium hitch bike rack made with security and convenience
- Easy, tool-free installation with SnugTite stinger and hand knob
- HideAway cradles with ratcheting straps make 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 contact between bikes and car
- 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 #THU008Y
- Bike Capacity
- 2
- Compatibility
- [hitch] 1.25in, 2in
- Locks Included
- yes
- Part Number
- 9024XT
- Recommended Use
- travel
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited lifetime
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4.5 based on 32 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageAugust 15, 2024
Hard to set up but super secure
I bought this so I can bike more after work before I have to pick up my kids - trying to juggle being a working parent and staying in shape. It was pretty hard to assemble, I won’t lie. But several YouTube videos later (the instructions were all pictures, no words - not very helpful), it’s on and I love it. Some reviews have complained of wobble, I haven’t found that to be an issue at all! Doesn’t move at all even when I put 70 on the highway. Keeps my bike super secure and has really helped me exercise more :) I love the feature to tilt the bike rack and base down so I can still access my trunk easily, too. I would definitely recommend but plan to spend a few hours putting it together.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
August 12, 2024
Great upgrade from older Thule model
My original Thule lasted about 20+ years. The new one is a little heavier, but much more durable and easier to use. Love it.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
July 31, 2024
Excellent design, still needed work to install
I bought the two-bike rack to hold two E-road bikes (Trek Domane+, 32 lbs each). Fortunately, I had a couple of hitch extenders to choose the shortest one to clear the bumper. The harder problem was that the bikes conflicted such that the top tubes could not seat properly on the cradles. After lots of trial/error, I had to do something that was not in the manual. I removed the guide screws so that I could pull the frame cradles farther apart than the original 7" spacing. I got an extra inch or so, and now the bikes are completely free-hanging. I re-tapped the screw holes for just the outer cradles and it is all secure. I'm 1500 miles into a cross-country trip and it is working well. I like the anti-sway strap and hope that the ratchet straps are durable. I like the cable lock, but the key insertion is temperamental. Maybe a shot of WD-40? I just don't know why our bikes, with regular road bike geometry didn't fit. And unless I missed an easier solution, why did the design lock in at 7" spacing when the bars are long enough for wider? A response is appreciated.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
May 8, 2024
Thule Bike rack fit perfectly!
I was very impressed that this Thule Bike rack slid right into the hitch and did everything it was suppose to do with no glitch! Well engineered.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
March 18, 2024
Pretty good so far
Seems to be mostly solid. Was not that difficult to put together. It is a little loose, so it rattles slightly (not at the hitch, but in the middle of the rack itself). The straps are horribly designed. I might try to figure out new straps, but I shouldn’t have to at this price point.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
October 20, 2023
Great bike rack
I had another Thule 4 person bike rack that I loved. After 20 years the rubber strap’s disintegrated which was to be expected in the Tucson sun. I bought the 2 person rack and it works great but the instructions for constructing the bike rack are stupid. The first step is wrong. The photo shows using the provided Allen wrench to insert in an hole and create a “click”! No! You need to insert a screw to get the apparatus to click. No screw is shown in the step #1 diagram. We were able to get the rack put together but it was difficult and frustrating and those instructions need to be written by someone who actually has put this together and in addition to the photos there n Ed’s to be clearly written instructions.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
October 12, 2023
Great Buy
I just purchased the Thule Apex XT and used it last weekend. Super easy to put together. Solid construction. Doesn't vibrate. Very sturdy. Easy to to load bikes and take them back off. Lock system works well.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
July 29, 2023
Buyer Beware
Kind of a bummer. I've only had this a few years and am already looking to replace it. BEWARE...bike moves around on rack at highway speeds. The bike cradles are not well attached...they move up and down the shaft. I added duct tape on both sides to prevent this. So now the bike doesn't slide up and down on the rack. The bike also slides in and out of the cradle despite adequate tightening of the loop straps. This has damaged the brake cord casing on my bike. And, the locking knob on the hitch only works sometimes...it somehow doesn't grasp or tighten when turning the knob while in the unlocked position. Disappointed with this rack at this price range and further disappointed with the damage to my bike. I no longer use this bike rack for long distances and avoid highway speeds when able. Kind of defeats the purpose of even having a bike rack if you cannot take your bike with you to your destination.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
July 28, 2023
Not so good.
I originally had the older version, but it was damaged during a visit to the dealership. So they bought a replacement. It is poorly made and the strapping on this is very hard to work with. The older one was more durable and easier to work with.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
July 21, 2023
not intuitive, poor install
terrible instructions. 13 seperate pieces for a bike rack and 9 different steps to install?
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
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