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Thule
Apex XT Bike Rack - 5 Bike

3.3225806451612905 out of 5 stars
31 Review
$479.95
Color:Black

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Why We Like The Apex XT Bike Rack

Designed for premium travel, the Thule Apex XT Bike Rack provides improved 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, meaning there's room for the whole family, and all five 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

  • Secure, convenient hitch bike rack carries up to 5 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 #THU008W
Bike Capacity
5
Compatibility
[hitch] 1.25in, 2in
Locks Included
yes
Part Number
9026XT
Claimed Weight
35lb
Manufacturer Warranty
limited lifetime

Overall Rating

3.5 based on 31 ratings

Review Summary

1 Stars - 7 reviews
2 Stars - 3 reviews
3 Stars - 6 reviews
4 Stars - 3 reviews
5 Stars - 12 reviews

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1 out of 5 stars

September 21, 2024

Bikes almost flew off

The tie down straps unclip themselves whenever we drive the bikes on the highway. We had to pull over several times to redo the ties so our bikes wouldn’t fly off the back. We eventually bought additional zip ties/other straps to keep the bikes on the rack.

JFred
manufacturer

Originally reviewed on manufacturer

5 out of 5 stars

July 23, 2024

Wonderful products, amazing service

Order arrived 4 days after placing which was not planned but very welcome. We were able to use the bike rack for a trip where we had planned to borrow one and the Chasm 40L is a truly wonderful bag. Super water proof too! All in all, very pleased and looking forward to ordering more!

Little Lidz
manufacturer

Originally reviewed on manufacturer

1 out of 5 stars

July 13, 2024

Do NOT buy this

I bought the Thule Apex 5 for my family of 5. We each have adult mountain bikes. It is impossible to get 5 bikes on this rack without damaging the bikes. The bikes do NOT clamshell appropriately. The Apex 5 is best suited for 3 bikes and honestly that is even a bit tight. If you need a bike rack for four or more bikes do NOT busy this product.

ToryC
manufacturer

Originally reviewed on manufacturer

3 out of 5 stars

May 26, 2024

Works with risk...

I was able to get five bikes on. However, my bike was damaged by the strap and the peddle from the bike next to it. The cradle does not offer enough cushion and lossens up. I recommend the product if you need a 5 bike rack. It does take a beaten on a road trip from the bikes going up and down.

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MikeSJR
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Originally reviewed on manufacturer

5 out of 5 stars

October 8, 2023

Don’t cheat your self treat your self!!

Legit super durable & super easy to use for shuttling

Nate93
manufacturer

Originally reviewed on manufacturer

2 out of 5 stars

June 21, 2023

Bike flew off

This product has been awesome but today while my wife was driving down the highway one of the bikes flew off and now i B have s V fairly new trek Marlin 7 that now has two bent rims and probably more damage that we can’t see until the shop looks at it. Had this happened to anyone else? Any suggestions to make sure this doesn’t happen again?

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Andrew
manufacturer

Originally reviewed on manufacturer

5 out of 5 stars

June 9, 2023

Thule 5 Bike Hitch Rack

OUTSTANDING!! I just purchased the 5 Bike Hitch Rack and drove 1600 miles from FL to MA. It is outstanding! Easy to load and unload. Very safe and stable during travel. Car was a Chevy Tahoe. All the bikes were medium or large. (2 Hybrids, 2 Mountain, 1 Beach Cruiser) Here’s the trick- 1. Turn all the handlebars parallel to the bike before loading. It can easily be done with an Allen Wrench. 2. Buy and put crossbars on the bikes w no step over bar. Easy to use. We had 2 of these bikes. 3. Wrap rags and duct tape on any places that bikes may rub. Super happy with the purchase.

Mr. B
manufacturer

Originally reviewed on manufacturer

5 out of 5 stars

June 2, 2023

Great as expected

I bought the Apex one month ago. The shipping was faster than what I thought. Once out of the box, it was easy to install with clear instructions. It fits good in my 2 inches rack on my mini van. It's a system that you need to lock with a screw and then insert a key so it can't be taken off. There's a hook to secure everything, this looks not so sure but as it's made by thule, it comforts me. I only try putting on 2 bikes (one adult/one kid) and it was quite easier than with my previous bike rack. Negative point, the unused straps could fit tighter or smaller so it's even easier to insert the bike, but overall the rack was solid and couldn't guess it was there while driving. The fact that it can be fold super fast to open the trunk or to reduce the space behind the car when it's unused is the completely awesome! Overall, super satisfied!

Noemi p
manufacturer

Originally reviewed on manufacturer

3 out of 5 stars

March 18, 2023

Not a 5 bicycle rack

It works OK, it’s the same size of the 4 bicycle one, just added one more spot for a bike. We have 3 large and 2 small bicycles and they barely fit, cannot imagine fitting 5 large bicycles. But there are no other decent options for a 5 bicycle rack on the market. OK for now for us.

David
manufacturer

Originally reviewed on manufacturer

5 out of 5 stars

September 29, 2022

Great rack for family of 5 (tire size aside)

We travel to triathlons, or camping trips and we carry bikes with wheel sizes of 700C, 26", 24", 20", and 16". They all fit and load up quickly. We use the rack on a Landrover, a Tesla Model Y, and a 1987 VW Vanagon. It is easy to attach the rack, and it has a non-obstructive profile when driving with no bikes on it.

Papabus
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Originally reviewed on manufacturer