What Kinds of Bikes Fit the Apex XT Bike Rack and Can it Carry a Girls Bike or Alternative Frame
Question:
Will all style bikes fit this bike rack? What about a girls bike that doesnt have a high bar between the handlebars and seat?
asked by: Cas
Expert Reply:
For the Thule Apex XT 5 Bike Carrier, # TH9026XT, Thule actually thought ahead about the difficulties that you could encounter when carrying a womans or alternative frame bicycle such as the one you describe. The rack is also a great fit for mountain and road bikes as well.
So, they created the Thule Womens and Alternative Frame Bike Adapter Bar for Hitch Bike Racks, # TH982XT. One end connects at the base of the handle bars, the other just below the seat. This creates a means to fit in the rack. The adapter is made with rubber ends that will not damage the bike. I have included a video review of this adapter below.
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Thule Bike Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
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- 16 - 31-1/2 Inch Long
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Thule Apex XT Bike Rack for 5 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
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- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
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