Thule Roadway 5 Bike Hitch Carrier | 
| Brand: Thule
Category: Sports
Department: Car Racks
List Price: $269.95
Buy New: $226.99
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Seller: cardio119
Rating:  14 reviews
Sales Rank: 7,707
Color: Black
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Size: 2in
Shipping Weight (lbs): 38
Dimensions (in): 37 x 16 x 9.5
MPN: 915XT
Model: 915XT
UPC: 091021218987
EAN: 0091021218987
ASIN: B000MRCIPG
Release Date: January 1, 2010
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Equipped with Thule¿s new ¿Stay-Put¿ cradle with detachable anti-sway cage for greater bike stability, (2" receiver only) NEW | | • | Hitch Switch lever folds down arms when not in use and tilts carrier away from vehicle for trunk, hatch or tailgate access. | | • | Fits 2" receivers | | • | High strength steel construction | | • | Carries up to 5 bikes |
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Product Description
The Thule 915 Roadway 5-Bike Hitch Mount Rack sets the new standard for performance and ease of use. The Thule Roadway has a five bicycle carrying capacity, and provides you with the perfect combination of security and convenience. The Thule Roadway utilizes Thule's Stinger Swinger hitch that converts quickly from a two-inch receiver right out of the box. This bicycle rack features Thule's Hitch Switch dual quick-release levers for rapid, rear vehicle access and folding arms for storage, and Thule's T3 Cradles that lock down bikes and cradles while still allowing complete adjustment along the bike arm. The Roadway weighs 33 pounds, has a maximum carrying capacity of 150 pounds, and is compatible with Thule's STL2 hitch lock, and 538 Cable (both sold separately) for a complete security solution. What's in the Box?
915 Roadway hitch mount bike rack, all necessary mounting hardware and securing straps, and instruction guide Manufacturer's Warranty
Limited lifetime warranty
Product Description
Save gas and have more fun when your whole crew crams into one vehicle for the trip to the trailhead--the Thule Roadway 5-Bike Hitch Carrier can easily handle everyones bike. This sturdy hitch-mounted steel rack transports up to five bikes with maximum convenience and ease.
Product Features- Compatibility: 2in hitch (adapter included)
- Max Load: 5 bikes, 150lbs (68kg)
- Locks Included: Yes
- Recommended Use: Bike transportation
- Manufacturer Warranty: Lifetime
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 14
 Works great! October 5, 2008
Glenn R. Sparks Jr. (cornfields of Illinois)
17 out of 17 found this review helpful
I purchased this carrier after extensive reading of the online reviews for all the different brands. I have a family of 5 and we needed a way to transport our bikes to the Apple Cider Century Bike Ride in Three Oaks, Michigan this past month. I found it easy to install and use. All 5 bikes fit on the rack on the back of my full-sized van and did not bounce or sway. I did decide to pad each bikes frame with a rag where it would touch another bike so that there would be no loss of paint. This did take a little bit more time , but I found the bikes in great condition after the 5 hour drive. I also would warn anyone to check ground clearance between the bottom of the lowest bike tire and the road. This could pose an issue if you back up or go across steep ditches with a low riding vehicle. I did use the enclosed strap to cinch the bottom of the bikes to eliminate swaying. It worked great. I noticed several Thules in the parking lot where 5000 riders began the race, as well as many other brands. The Thule seemed easiest to use among all that i saw. It reaffirmed my choice was a good one. Since Thule is also a reputable name, I can be assured of replacement parts should the need arise. My only difficulty was with my daughters bike. I had to buy a $32 adapter to extend from the seat post to the handle bars, for it to fit on the rack, since the bike rests on the frame cross bar found on all men's bikes. The ability to flip a lever and get into the back of my van without removing the bikes was great. So after 10+ hours of driving everything from Interstates to county roads to grave roads and private drives I can say that I have given it a tough test and it has passed. Great product
Just what we needed! May 30, 2010
GP (Encino, CA United States)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
We have a road bike, hybrid and two odd size kid's bikes. The kind with wide frames and not a whole lot of openings to get them over bike rack bars. We couldn't fit them all on our old Thule so I looked into this. It's perfect. Forget getting 5 bikes on this, however, it's worth a few extra bucks so you don't have to spend your leisure time trying the calculus of how to get 4 odd bikes on a 4 rack system.
Easy to set up and the drop down bar and tilt down feature a perfect for SUV's with a variety of hatch and window configurations. Also, the rubber rests that the bike frames fit in make it easier to get the smaller bike opens over. The stabilizer feature is optional and we only use that for the road bike and hybrid so they don't sway.
Some people don't like buying the lock that Thule sells (about $50). You can use the bolt that comes with the system and the convenient tool they give you to keep in the glove box. However, I like the fact that I can bolt the rack to the car and have the lock - First, while it can be knocked off with a solid hammer whack, it does offer some security from theft. Second, it gives me a little piece of mind if the bolt ever came loose on a long trip and slipped out. To me, the $50 investment is a lot cheaper than a rack that comes loose.
Perfect so far March 27, 2010
Gadget Dad (California)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Easy to assemble, install and operate. Have used with only two bikes so far, but four doesn't seem a stretch. Don't know about five. No noise during transport of two bikes on a 1,000 mile round trip. Was damaged when car was rear ended and I'm replacing with the same model.
Fantastic, High Quality 5-Bike Rack June 26, 2009
S. Moder (Reston, Virginia)
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
I looked at various brands of bicycle racks at my local REI but after talking to several friends, decided to purchase a 5-bike Thule rack. I am very happy with my decision. It is a high quality rack and holds all of my family's bicycles. The price was significantly cheaper on Amazon.com, I was given free shipping, and it arrived in three days. We are very happy with our purchase.
Excellent product June 6, 2010
K. Myers
Thule products are of excellent quality. This is one of the few hitch racks capable of holding five bikes and it is extremely sturdy and rugged.
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