Thule OutWay Platform Trunk Bike Rack Review Video

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Thule OutWay Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Adjustable Arms

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Review of the Thule OutWay Platform Trunk Bike Rack

You're in the market for a trunk-mounted bike rack, but you want one that's gonna give you the most benefits compared to all the ones we sell here at etrailer, well, the Thule OutWay is gonna be one of those racks. As you can see, it's a platform-style rack, but it does mount to your trunk. You get a couple of different benefits to this. One, they're not gonna be blocking the taillights. You can… see more >

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