Check this out! Thule 970XT Helium 2 Bike Hitch Carrier Thule Helium outshines Yakima, Saris and SoftrideBy J. CullenI have tried out almost every hitch mounted bike rack out there, including the lines from Thule, Saris, Yakima, and Softride. I have owned the Thule Helium for over a year and it the best rack is the best out there. My criteria:1. Access to the back of the vehicle (Mazda MPV)2. Securely holds bikes3. Accommodates kids bikes4. Easy to install/remove The Short Story:1. Access: just as good or better than any other models. 2. Secure: holds bikes securely and has good anti theft measures3. Kids Bikes: Takes a little creative thinking, but is better than most.4. Easy to install: Head and shoulders above the pack. It is so easy that we store it in the back of our van most of the time and whip it out when needed. This rack is completely manageable for my small framed wife!If I had to list the major pros and cons, it would be these.Pros:- light, compact, and fast to attach/remove - bikes are secure,rack is secured to the vehicle- easy access to the back of vehicleCons:- expensive- only for two bikes (three bike ... » More Information about Thule 970XT Helium 2 Bike Hitch Carrier.Sunday, June 26, 2011
Thule 970XT
Check this out! Thule 970XT Helium 2 Bike Hitch Carrier Thule Helium outshines Yakima, Saris and SoftrideBy J. CullenI have tried out almost every hitch mounted bike rack out there, including the lines from Thule, Saris, Yakima, and Softride. I have owned the Thule Helium for over a year and it the best rack is the best out there. My criteria:1. Access to the back of the vehicle (Mazda MPV)2. Securely holds bikes3. Accommodates kids bikes4. Easy to install/remove The Short Story:1. Access: just as good or better than any other models. 2. Secure: holds bikes securely and has good anti theft measures3. Kids Bikes: Takes a little creative thinking, but is better than most.4. Easy to install: Head and shoulders above the pack. It is so easy that we store it in the back of our van most of the time and whip it out when needed. This rack is completely manageable for my small framed wife!If I had to list the major pros and cons, it would be these.Pros:- light, compact, and fast to attach/remove - bikes are secure,rack is secured to the vehicle- easy access to the back of vehicleCons:- expensive- only for two bikes (three bike ... » More Information about Thule 970XT Helium 2 Bike Hitch Carrier.
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