Comparing the Thule Parkway and Hitching Post Pro Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Racks
Updated 08/09/2013 | Published 08/07/2013
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Question:
Ive watched the videos for the Parkway 4 rack and Parkway 4 carrier. Im curious as to the difference between the two. Thanks
asked by: Boni
Expert Reply:
I am not entirely sure what you mean. There is only 1 Thule Parkway 4 bike rack and it is # TH956. Sometimes you might here it referred to as a carrier but it is still the same part. There is the Hitching Post Pro, # TH934XTR, which is very similar to the Parkway.
The Hitching Post Pro has a few more features than the Parkway including anti-sway cradles, arms that fold, and it can fit 1-1/4 or 2 inch trailer hitches. The Parkway does not have anti-sway cradles, arms that fold, and only fits 2 inch trailer hitches.
For either rack if you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a typical mens bike would) then I recommend using bike adapter bar # TH982XT. This will allow you to carry those bikes more level and will provide better ground clearance. I have to use these adapters and without them my wifes bike would be at a severe angle and I would not be able to load my sons bike at all. I have linked a video that shows how the adapter works and videos of each bike rack for you.
