Thule 961XT Speedway 2-Bike Trunk Rack Review

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(More customer reviews)I've used this bike rack for over 10,000 miles across the U.S., on two sedans and one SUV. It's always been secure and rock solid (tried only one bike) at every speed I've driven, ranging from highways to gravel roads in all weather. It is an effective bike carrier and I do recommend it. There are some minor pitfalls though.
The mounting is tricky, with any car. It took me 40 minutes the first time, now I can do it in 15, ensuring everything's good. The documentation isn't terribly clear either because the actual mounting is a nonlinear process. You'll need to factor the rack mounting into your "getting ready" time. Tying up excess length on the straps is troublesome; you'll probably be rolling them up and taping them together. So you'll need tape with this rack. Last, its two screwknobs are easily lost and the product could have well been designed with a better mechanism for adjusting the rack to fit other cars. These are minor though, and the rack does carry a bike quite well.
Things to note about trunk racks in general:
They're easy theft targets; at the end of the day, the canvas straps can be cut and the whole assembly stolen. This is acceptable for driving and stopping along an interstate, but not for sitting in the Ikea lot all day. Mounting the rack also renders the trunk inaccessible, entailing some foresight when loading the car for a multi-stop trip.

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The Thule 961XT Speedway 2-Bike Trunk Rack is simple to install, and easy to use. The Thule Speedway has a two bicycle carrying capacity, and a new improved design that greatly increases its number of vehicle fits.
The Thule Speedway utilizes Thule's easy-to-use, patented Fit Dial for the perfect fit and quick installation, and an exclusive push-button feature for folding down bike arms so they are out of your way when not in use. This bicycle rack features Thule's T3 Cradles that lock down bikes and cradles while still allowing complete adjustment along the bike arm, and No Sway Cages that control bike movement to keep your bicycles from colliding, and are removable for ease of use. The Thule Speedway provides you with a super-stable fit to your vehicle with six straps, and has a metallic-silver finish that looks great on any and every vehicle. The Speedway itself weighs only 12 pounds, and has a maximum carrying capacity of 70 pounds.
What's in the Box? 961XT Speedway bike trunk rack, 2 x top straps, 2 x knobs, 2 x side hooks, 2 x bottom straps, 2 x end cap screws, 2 x end caps, 4 x cradle main bodies, 4 x cradle straps, 2 x anti-sway assemblies, 2 x anti-sway straps, and instruction guide
Manufacturer's Warranty Limited lifetime warranty

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Thule 91726 Universal Pull Top 6 Pair Ski and Snowboard Carrier with Locks Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this snowboard rack after much research and deliberation online. I have not yet used it for a snowboarding trip (perhaps I will update this review later).
But I can tell you I am pleased with the design & function. The rack pulls out horizontally over the side of the vehicle allowing easier access to the rack's contents.I was concerned that the sliding hinge would freeze up during winter. I have been driving with is on for a month or so and test it regularly. I believe the sliding hinge will not be a problem.
ONE MAIN QUESTION that I could barely find an answer for online is how the rack actually holds 4 snowboards (what the orientation would be). The rack is wide enough for only two boards side by side; therefore, the second pair of snowboards must face bindings down underneath the other snowboards (so that the snowboard's base is touching the base of the board above it). I wondered if the bindings of the lower set might not quite clear the roof's surface. I was right. While the bindings to fit (barely in some cases) I would be worried about binding straps scratching my roof when you pull the thule rack out or a driving on long trips while the binding straps are free to fly in the wind. The solution for this is to put the boards with higher bindings on top. For long trips I plan to jury rig some duck cloth atop my roof so the bindings don't hang down & stratch my roof.

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Revolutionary carrier extends out, making ski and snowboards mounting a breeze. Fits up to 6 pairs of skis and 4 snowboards. Includes universal mounting hardware and locks.

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Thule Criterium Bike Mount Review

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(More customer reviews)I wanted a rack that could directly mount to my Toyota Sienna (2003) and my RAV4 (2006) factory racks- the large clamps on this unit allows for this and provide a solid, stable mount without additional hardware. I also wanted something that didn't require the removal of the front wheel, and this also fit the bill. I was a little skeptical at first because the main mount seems a bit flimsy, but when you lock it down, it works and my bikes remain motionless, even with my bikes which are all 61cm road bikes. The Thule locks are easy to install and provide a small level of protection for when you really need to leave your bike- as with any of the bike rack locks, I wouldn't leave an expensive bike unattended for too long because the locks probably wouldn't slow down a bike thief too much.
I'd definitely recommend these to anyone looking for a rack, especially for those with factory racks with crossbars that this unit will fit. It will save you about $300 in additional hardware.

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The Thule Criterium bike carrier will save you substantial amounts of fumbling time getting your bike onto the roof. The clamp adjustment dial is down at roof level, since most of us aren't 8 feet tall, and the rubberized clamp will baby your bike's frame. When you reach your destination, Thule has equipped the Criterium with a single button release for the clamp, so you can hit the button, grab your bike and hit the trail. The Criterium is also high security, with a double locking system for bike and rack that uses two cylinders to give you added piece of mind when you have to leave the car.Product Features
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Thule 599XTR Big Mouth Upright Rooftop Bicycle Carrier Review

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(More customer reviews)This bike rack works well once it is mounted. The description of the item did not mention that it needed to be mounted on the Thule roof rack adapter. I ordered only the bike rack. I hoped that the rack would mount directly to my Toyota Rav4's factory roof rack. I've since been looking at other factory roof racks, and have noticed that most of them have airplane wing-like bars which go from side to side. These bars are about three inches in width, and the hardware on the Big Mouth Bike Rack is set up to fit the Thule adapter, which has bars little more than an inch in width. Instead of ordering the adapter, I spent a day tooling my own mounting hardware. This gives the bike rack a much cleaner look, and sets the rack and bike closer to the roof, making it easier to load and unload. The second problem is that the end caps come off much too easily. Other than these problems, the rack works well, and is easy to load and unload.

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The Thule 599XTR Big Mouth Upright Rooftop Bicycle Carrier sets the standard for bike carrying flexibility and ease of use. The 599XTR is an updated version of Thule's 599XT, but still requires the Xadapt2 to be used with an Aero bar.
The easy-to-mount Thule Big Mouth Upright has a convenient, rack-level bike clamping feature, and worry-free, automatic self-adjusting jaws for perfect bike clamping every time. The Thule Big Mouth accommodates bike frames up to 3.125-inches in diameter, fits both Thule and Yakima load bars, and features a dual-locking design that simultaneously locks the bike to the carrier and the carrier to the rack. This bicycle carrier system is constructed with a black anodized aluminum wheel tray that is built to last, and can be customized with 790 Tray skins. The 599XTR weighs 10.5 pounds in total, and is compatible with the Thule One-Key System (not included), and can be locked securely with a single lock cylinder.
What's in the Box? 599XTR bicycle carrier, all the necessary mounting hardware, and instruction guide
Manufacturer's Warranty Limited lifetime warranty

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Thule 91724 Universal Flat Top 4 Pair Ski and Snowboard Carrier with Locks Review

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(More customer reviews)Worth the price for carrying your skis unlike Yakima which is twice as expensive and you are paying for the name. One only complaint is the installation. The bolts to screw in the carrier sticks out underneath your rail. Kinda unslightly but nobody notices up there. I guess it's the only way to make it universal for all types of car rails.

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An ideal means to get your gear up the mountain, the Thule 91724 Universal Flat Top Four Pair Ski and Snowboard Carrier with Locks holds up to four pairs of skis or two snowboards ( yes, you can mix and match, too). The all-new Thule 91724 continues with all the features of the previous 724 model and now also includes a 2-pack of Thule locks to lock snowboards and skis inside the rack. This rack also includes a set of factory rack adapter mounts that allow you to mount to virtually any factory rack, as well as directly to both Thule square load bars, Thule oval Rapid Aero bars, Thule Xsporter Truck Racks, and Yakima round crossbars. With an oversized push button release, the Thule 91724 is easy to open and close, even while you're wearing gloves or mittens. Highly versatile, this rack serves as a superb wakeboard rack during the summer months. This rack comes backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

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