Thule ProRide XT Roof Bike Rack

Aside from being expensive, this is a really great bike transportation option. Once constructed (very little required, just need some open space), it attaches to the roof rack quickly (and detaches just as quickly). The main support beam feels sturdy and holds the bike in place nicely. The support beam clamp has rubber on it to protect the bike and the tightener-wheel has an internal torque control to let you know when it's torqued to spec (just turn until it clicks loudly twice). The wheel cradles are moveable, and can be set to a specific spot if you will only ever transport the same bike. They don't seem to cause problems if left free-floating though. The system is setup to be installed on the passenger side of the vehicle, but has instructions to change it over to the driver side. The instructions also explain how to use two simultaneously (mostly just know one bike will face backward since the support beam is going to be directly mounted to the front cross bar). Using a key-set, it can be locked to the bike, and the rack to the vehicle's cross bar, so as a minimum to key-lock the bike to the car, you'll need 4 Thule-compatible locks (two for the crossbar mounts, two for this). Overall this doesn't seem to cause much more noise than the cross bars themselves do, if anything it seems to help attenuate it, but that gets negated by the bike itself. For reference, I'm using Thule square cross bars. Getting the bike on and off is a breeze as well, even after long bike rides. Just lift the support beam to the approximate angle to attach (as low as possible/look at instructions), get the wheels in the cradles roughly, tighten the support beam clamp, then seat and strap in the wheels. To remove the bike, unstrap the wheels, then press the clamp release lever while supporting the bike, and then pull the bike off.

Got 3 of these racks to put on a Adarack frame for over the tonneau cover of my 2021 Chev Silverado. Works fantastic. The directions for the bike racks were a little confusing as it was only pictures and no words. By the time I assembled the 3rd rack I could do it blindfolded. Very secure rack especially with the extra locks. You need 2 locks per rack so plan ahead on that. If you buy a 4 pack of locks they will all be keyed the same. The rack is easy to use and I know the bikes are secure. The arm just clamps them down and they don't move. Love these racks.

My new bike has a through axle, but a small diameter one (6mm I think). I've always used fork mount carriers from Thule but had to find one that would work with the wheels on. The issue I have is getting the frame clamp aligned while trying to piece the bike in the carrier. I wish the frame clamp had more friction so I could set an angle and then place the bike. My advice if you can easily remove your front tire, get a fork mount carrier, it's easier to put the bike up and the bike will sit upright while you tighten it down.

It has been in use for almost one year and looks brand new! I leave the rack on the top of my car in the Midwest, which is holding up well. The rack has been exposed to all seasons and shows very little wear. The rack holds my bike well, and I have no worries while driving. I just completed a drive from Indiana to Virginia with my bike and never had an issue. Highly recommend!

Pretty decent overall. The instructions were not exceptionally clear, but the rack was easy to install once I got everything lined up on roof-rack crossbars. I did install 2 Thule locks (sold separately)…and I agree with other reviewers - these items should be included as “standard equipment” with the rack. The wheel cradles were easy to move and adjust (be careful though - it is possible to push the end cap off and slide the wheel cradle completely off of the rail). This rack worked very well for carry children’s BMX-style bikes…closely spaced top frame tubes and down tubes can make it challenging to get the rack’s frame locking arm positioned correctly. Easy to use. I’d purchase this rack again, as well as recommend it to others.

The rack itself is great. However, it's very difficult to use if you're a shorter person or have a taller vehicle ... or both, like me. I installed this rack on a Volvo XC90 and it's impractical and unsafe for me to try to use it without a step stool or ladder.

Even when tightened down all the way, this product allows the front wheel to wobble at a high frequency a couple inches left to right over 50 MPH. Casual use (minimal distances and infrequent use) may not make a big impact. (Note: this issue doesn't present itself with traditional road tires (25mm)) Cross country drives and/or daily use may wreck front when bearings, depending upon the bike, tire size, etc. Thule’s direct fork mount options might be a better choice for those uses. I’m average height and use this for an 18-lb gravel bike on a small SUV. On my Miata, I used a $50 trunk rack for four years several times per week with zero issues. If I needed a roof rack to carry a MTB or heavier bike on a higher SUV, this bike rack is terrible value for money, given the fiddly process for placing the bike on the roof and the propensity for wheel wobble to chew up bearings at high speeds. This rack is good for a very specific use case and while a cheap trunk or lift gate rack might present inconvenient access to cargo with bikes on the rack, it’s substantially better value for money than this.

I have this rack on multiple of my cars, works great. Unfortunately on my most recent purchase of it after a week of use the rear strap plastic piece broke. However I called Thule and within ten minutes I had a new piece sent out for replacement. No charges or anything. More than happy and the rack works great.

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J’adore mon support à vélo , sur le toit . J’ai déjà eu un derrière la valise et quand venait le temps de mettre des achats , c’était plus compliqué d’accéder à la valise . Je dois utiliser un petit escabeau pour accéder au support , mais mon vélo pèse 21 lbs . Je n’ai aucune difficulté à mettre mon vélo dans le support . Une fois que les deux roues sont positionnées , ( ici j’ai un escabeau avec deux marches ) je monte sur la deuxième marche pour avoir accès au manche qui vient s’agripper sur le cadre . Une fois bien vissé , (on doit entendre un toc ) aucun danger que le vélo tombe . On peut ensuite se servir des sangles au niveau des pneus pour attacher le vélo et empêcher que les roues avance ou recule quand on roule . Le seul bémol , c’est vraiment la section où on met justement les roues , cette section là a tendance à avancer quand on installe le vélo, si comme moi , on est petite , mais si on le dépose en douceur , ça va bien . Mon conjoint a mis du tape noir pour m’assurer que les deux supports soient au bon endroit quand je dépose mes roues dedans . Une fois bien attachée , sur la route , ça va bien. J’ai un toit ouvrant et je peux également ouvrir mon toit sans problème . Il doit y avoir un peu de « silement « mais rien de dérangeant . Quand vous roulez sans le vélo , les attaches qui tiennent les roues , doivent être attachées mais légèrement , sinon ça fait un son quand on roule et dans mon cas , ça me dérangeait . ( les attaches ressemblent aux fixation d’une botte de ski alpin , ou roller blade) Sécuritaire sur la route , le vélo peut bouger , mais en toute confiance , j’adore ce support .

Thule is an excellent product. However, I received it missing end caps - since I bought it used from Amazon. On the other hand, Amazon offered me a reimbursement upon buying the end caps from Thule. I am quite pleased with this solution.

it was so easy to install. very quick to load and unload my bike!

Even going 100+ on highways my wheel doesn’t move compared to my friends cheaper rack. I prefer the rack on passenger side of vehicle for easy install of my bike on to that side. I’m short 5’-7 can toss my bike on to my golf with ease.