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This four bike carrier makes use of quick release folding and tilting mechanisms in order to provide easy access to cargo areas and quick storage. It also utilizes no-sway cradles, as well as an integrated cable lock with keyed alike hitch lock, and can be converted to be used on both 1-1/4" and 2" hitches.
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Thule Ridgeline 4 Bike Folding Carrier for 1-1/4" and 2" Trailer Hitch Receivers
- Features:
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- Hitch mounted rack carries up to 4 bikes.
- Includes Thule Stinger Swinger which allows you to easily change the the 1-1/4" shank to a 2" shank and vice versa for use on either size trailer hitch.
- Thule Hitch Switch dual quick-release levers make it easy to tilt the rack forward for rear access of the vehicle. Also makes folding the arms down for storage a breeze.
- Dual bike carrier arm design offers best bike fit, minimizing the need for a top-tube adapter.
- Specially designed T3 cradles lock down bikes while still allowing complete adjustment along the bike rack arms.
- Soft rubber straps secure bikes to cradles on either side of
cradle.
- Includes No Sway Cage (# TH955) accessory for each bike.
- Designed to work exclusively with T3 cradles.
- Controls back and forth movement of bikes.
- Built-in anti-rattle device reduces the vibration and noise of the bike rack in the hitch.
- Includes Snug Tite Lock (# THSTL2) which attaches to the anti-rattle device and secures the rack to the hitch.
- Integrated cable lock secures bikes to carrier.
- Cables remain hidden inside arms of bike carrier when not in
use.
- One Key locking system in place for cable and Snug Tite hitch
locks.
- Bike arms fold down when not in use.
- Bike rack easily tilts away from vehicle with quick release lever to allow convenient access to rear cargo area.
- Carrier includes a strap to reduce movement of handle bars and wheels on bikes when in transport.
- Made in the USA.
- Specs:
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- Carries up to 4 bikes.
- Weight Capacity: 140 lbs.
- For use with 1-1/4" x 1-1/4" (Class I & II) & 2" x 2" trailer hitch receivers.
- Note: can only carry two bikes with a class I trailer hitch.
- Measures 10-1/2" from center of pin hole to upright bar of bike carrier.
- Replaces Thule Expressway Hitch Mounted Bike Racks (# TH996XT and TH995XT).
Thule Hitch Switch
This lever is used at two places on the Thule Ridgeline bike carrier. One lever is at the base of the rack, where the shank (part that slides into the trailer hitch) is connected to the upright bar. By simply lifting up on the lever (the hitch switch), it allows the upright bar to tilt forward. To raise the rack back into position just push the rack towards the vehicle until you hear the hitch switch click into place. The hitch switch is also located at the top of the rack where the two arms that carry the bikes meet the upright bar. Again, simply lift the lever to fold the arms down for storage. This is much easier than messing around with pins, clips and cables.
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inewb from Ellicott City, MD
If you're looking for a hitch bike rack, this is the one to get. It has all the features you need and want in a great price. Comes with locks (both for rack and bike) and anti-sway straps. Very sturdy for a folding rack. Paint scrapes off easily, but no big deal.
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