Does the Thule EasyFold XT # TH903202 Come with a 3-Bike Option?  

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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.

expert reply by: Bob C

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