Does Tilt-Away Feature Work With Bikes Loaded On The Thule Outpace
Updated 08/15/2025 | Published 07/18/2025
Question:
Does the tilt-away feature work with bikes loaded? I want to access my hatch without taking everything off.
asked by: Sara M
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Expert Reply:
You’re good, Sara. One of the best things about the new Thule Outpace # TH39SA is its easy tilt-down function. Just pull the release cable and the rack drops away smoothly, even with bikes on board.
You’ll have full hatch access without unloading or wrestling the bikes. It’s one of the most user-friendly tilt features we’ve seen in similar racks. What vehicle do you have? We may have a video of a test fit on it.
expert reply by:
Andrew N
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Thule Outpace Tilt While Loaded
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Thule OutPace Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- 2 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
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Andrew N.
8/15/2025
Hey Sara, did you get a chance to try out the tilt-away feature on your Thule Outpace? How did it work for accessing your hatch with the bikes loaded? I'm curious because it could really help others looking for a similar solution.