Saturday, January 07, 2012

New Photos of Thule Apex Bicycle Hitch Rack by Rack Outfitters

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The new Thule Apex bicycle hitch rack installs into 2 inch receiver hitches or, remove the adapter to install into 1-1/4 inch receiver hitches.

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The integrated cable lock extends from and inserts into the mast for quick and convenient bicycle security.

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The bike cradles use soft rubber with a shock absorbing design.  Rubber ripple straps secure the bike's top tube to the cradle and to the anti-sway strap down point for the bike's seat tube has rubberized contact points.

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Lift the gray handle to quickly lower the arms in between uses.

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The rack adds very little extra length to the vehicle with the arms folded down.

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Another gray handle allows the mast to tilt down away from the vehicle to provide quick access to the rear hatch.

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With the rack tilted down there lots of room to open and access the rear hatch.

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A locking turn knob tightens a wedge inside the hitch to minimize rocking or wobble.

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A retention pin prevents the rack from slipping out of the receiver.

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Here's a view of the complet hitch assemble showing the turn knob, wedge, 2 inch adapter and retention pin.

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