Recommended Hitch for a 2025 Subaru Forester that is Compatible w/ the Thule OutPace Bike Rack
Updated 11/13/2025 | Published 10/27/2025
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I would like to combine the Thule Outpace bike rack with a 2inch Ecohitch receiver on my 2025 Subaru Forester ICE. Will this combination work successfully on my vehicle? Will the rack have sufficient clearance for 2 bicycles? Will the rack be able to fold up? Thanks
asked by: Ron
Expert Reply:
Hey Ron, congrats on the new SUV. The combination of the EcoHitch Hidden Hitch item # 306-X7391 and the Thule OutPace Bike Rack for 2 Bikes item # TH39SA is going to work great on your 2025 Subaru Forester.
The EcoHitch Hidden Hitch item # 306-X7391 is custom fit for the 2025 Subaru Forester. This is class III hitch with a 2" receiver that has a 3,500 lbs towing capacity and a maximum tongue weight of 525 lbs. The edge of the receiver sits just beneath the rear bumper.
The Thule OutPace Bike Rack item # TH39SA does have a folding feature. You will be able to use this on your Subaru as the closest portion of the rack when folded is 4-1/4" from the hitch pin hole. This bike has a 55 lbs capacity per bike.
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Jerred H.
11/13/2025
Hey Ron, how did the setup with the Thule OutPace rack and EcoHitch work out on your Forester? Did you get the clearance you needed when carrying both bikes and folding the rack up? Your update could make it easier for the next person with the same setup.