Thule Vertex Bike Rack - 4 Bike

Product Descriptions

REI Description: The new Thule Vertex 4 bike hitch rack carries up to 4 bikes and is easy to load and unload with the unique arc design that provides better ground clearance and creates greater distance between bikes. Increased mast height improves ground clearance and a unique arc design in mast and arms offers easy bike loading and carrying. Tilt-down design with Hitch Switch(TM) quick-release lever allows arms to fold down when not in use and tilts carrier away from vehicle for fast rear vehicle access. New Hold Fast Cradles are shaped to cushion bike frames and provide security. Anti-Sway Cages with reinforced rubber straps prevent bike-to-bike and bike-to-vehicle contact. Snug-Tite(TM) receiver lock (sold separately) locks your rack to the car receiver. Thule Vertex 4 accommodates both 2 in. and 1.25 in. receiver hitches with included hitch adapter. Not intended for tandem or recumbent bikes.

Eastern Mountain Sports Description: The new Thule 9029 Vertex 4 Hitch Rack's unique arc design makes it easier to load and unload2;greater clearance between your bikes for easy loading. The bold new hitch rack with unique arc design for easier bike loading and carrying performance. New Hold Fast Cradles cushion bike and provide maximum bike security. Fits 1 1/4 in. and 2 in. receivers. Anti-Sway Cages prevent bike-to-bike and bike-to-vehicle contact. New and improved Hitch Switch folds arms down when not in use and tilts carrier away from vehicle for trunk, hatch or tailgate access. Integrated handle for easy carrying and handling. Snug-Tite receiver lock (STL2, sold separately) virtually eliminates hitch rack movement in receiver and locks the hitch rack to the vehicle.

Backcountry Description: Instead of turning up the tunes on your long drive to the trailhead, attach the four-bike Thule Vertex Bike Rack to your hitch and get a real solution to the constant banging of bike and bumper. Secure up to four bikes with this new design that fits both 2-inch and 1.25-inch hitches, which also finally gets your prized rides to the trail without damaging them in the process.Taller mast and arched design improves loading-unloading and bumper clearance Coated chassis withstands road abuse, folds up for storage, and tilts downward for access to your vehicle's trunk Hold Fast Cradles feature soft rubber with grooves to accommodate bike cables and patented reinforced Cradle Straps lock you rig in tight Patented No-Sway Cage prevent banging and damage during the last bumpy miles on a dirt road Hitch Switch on the top of the rack lets you fold down the arms when not in use as well as fold down the whole rack for trunk access Snug-Tite receiver lock and a 6ft braided steel cable (both sold separately) lock your rack to your auto and your bikes to the rack when traveling