How to Determine if Bike Needs Adapter Bar for Thule Passage Trunk-Mount Bike Rack
Question:
Is a bike bar needed to allow use of wife’s bike on the th910xt on our 2017 subaru outback?
asked by: David
Expert Reply:
It is possible your wife's bike will need to use the Thule Bike Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes # TH982XT with the Thule Passage 2 Bike Carrier # TH910XT that fits your 2017 Subaru Outback.
The Passage, as well as all hanging bike racks, can transport bikes so long as they have a horizontal mounting point. A lot of women's bikes have a step-through frame that does not have that mounting point and using Adapter Bar # TH982XT is needed.
If you take a look at the accompanying photo a customer sent in you can see how they used the Adapter Bar and the type of bike frame that would require it.
I have added links to video reviews of the Passage as well as the Adapter Bar for you to check out. Additionally, I do recommend using Thule Passive Security Strap for Trunk Mounted Bike Carriers # TH533 with this rack as a way to help secure your investment.
Products Referenced in This Question
Thule Passive Security Strap for Trunk Mounted Bike Carriers
- Accessories and Parts
- Trunk Bike Racks
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- Thule
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Thule Bike Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Adapter Bar
- Frame
- 16 - 31-1/2 Inch Long
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Thule Passage Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Hanging Style
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Frame Mount - Anti-Sway
- 2 Bikes
- Non-Retractable
- Locks Not Included
- 6 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Thule
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