Does the Thule EasyFold XT # TH903202 Come with a 3-Bike Option?
Question:
I am looking for the Thule Easy fold 3 bike option. Is that something you sell on etrailer.com? If so, do you ship to Canada? Thanks!
asked by: Brian H
Expert Reply:
I have a great 3-bike option for you. However, the Thule EasyFold XT # TH903202 is not available as a 3-bike option. If you are looking for a ramped solution to carry 3 bikes, the best option is to use the Kuat NV 2.0 Base Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount # BA22B-BA02B (matte black), NV22G-NA22G (gunmetal gray), or # NV22B-NA22B (metallic black). For the ramp, you need the additional Access Ramp # ANVBRB. If you happen to have fat bike tires between 3-5 inches wide, you need the Phat Tire Straps # APBK for each bike. We do not currently carry just a 3-bike rack option with a ramp. The NV 2.0 is compatible with bikes with 50" wheelbases and tire diameters of 25" - 29". If you happen to have children's bikes with tire diameters between 20"-24", you need the Children's Bike Adapter # 016-025-00-00. If you wish to have all the lock cores keyed alike, you need the # LOCO4.
There are some critical differences with using the Kuat NV 2.0 with more than 2 bikes loaded. For example, the weight capacity decreases from 60 pounds per bike to 40 pounds per bike. Also, the Kuat NV 2.0 comes with a wheel-mount style. While this is a great option if you have step-thru bikes, women's bikes, or children's bikes, we do not recommend using the NV 2.0 if you have bikes with fenders or with rear cargo platforms. This is because attaching fendered bikes to the rack increases unnecessary risk of damage during transport. The NV 2.0 is also only compatible with 2" hitches.
If you need the weight capacity over the ramp feature, I recommend going with the RockyMounts MonoRail Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount # RKY10004-10005. The MonoRail is compatible with 2" hitches and has a 45-pound per bike weight capacity (5 pounds more than the NV 2.0). It is also important to note that if you have a hitch already installed, I recommend measuring the distance between the center of the pinhole to the outside face of your rear bumper. If that measurement does not exceed 5-3/4" long, you will not have any bumper clearance issues when using the MonoRail with your vehicle. We unfortunately do not carry a 3-bike rack that offers you more weight capacity and has a frame-mounted attachment style.
For hitch recommendations for your vehicle, feel free to respond to this answer with the year/make/model of your vehicle and I will be happy to get you our best hitch.
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Children's Bike Adapter for Kuat Sherpa 2.0, NV 2.0, and NV 2.0 Base Bike Racks - Qty 1
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- Wheel Adapters
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- Sherpa
- Kuat
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Access Ramp for Kuat NV 2.0 Bike Rack
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- Hitch Bike Racks
- Ramps
- NV 2.0
- Kuat
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Phat Bike Adapter Kit for Kuat Bike Racks
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Wheel Adapters
- NV 2.0
- Transfer
- Kuat
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Kuat NV 2.0 Base Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount - Matte Black
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Kuat
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Replacement Lock Cores for Kuat Cargo Carriers and Bike Racks - Qty 4
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Roof Basket
- Roof Bike Racks
- Lock Parts
- Lock Cores and Cylinders
- Kuat
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Kuat NV 2.0 Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount - Metallic Black
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Electric Bikes
- Fat Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Kuat
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Kuat NV 2.0 Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount - Gunmetal Gray
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 4 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- Kuat
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RockyMounts MonoRail Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 3 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Carbon Fiber Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
- RockyMounts
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Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Electric Bikes
- Heavy Bikes
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