Why We Like The Thule Epos 2 With Lights
When spring rolls around and the bikes come out of storage, we get out and ride every chance we get. The Thule Epos 2 With Lights helps us get to the trailhead in safety and style. With a 2-bike capacity, integrated tail lights, and a license plate holder, the Epos 2 With Lights takes a standard hitch-mounted bike rack to the next level. This rack can accompany two bikes of all sizes and disciplines with up to 3.2-inch-wide tires and up to 1350mm wheelbases. The included locks lock our rack to the car and our bikes to the rack for added peace of mind, and the rack can fold up when not in use for a small footprint on the back of our vehicle. If we want to take the rack off the back of our car, the included wheels on the bottom make transporting our rack back into storage a breeze, and the tilting feature allows us to access our trunk even when the rack is loaded with bikes.
Details
- Hitch-mounted 2-bike rack
- Integrated taillights and license plate holder add extra safety features
- rack folds up when not in use for a small design
- The tilting feature allows us to access our trunk when loaded with bikes
- Fits bikes of all styles with up to 3.2-inch-wide tires
- Item #THUZ3LY
- Bike Capacity
- 2
- Compatibility
- 1.25, 2in recivers, up to 3.2in wide tires, 1350mm wheelbases
- Locks Included
- yes
- Part Number
- 903211
- Claimed Weight
- 40lb 12.8oz
- Activity
- bike transport
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited lifetime
Reviews
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 6 ratings
Review Summary
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageMarch 30, 2024
Thule Epos 2
it was written for all bikes and mine (fat bike) the tires do not fit in the supports
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
March 16, 2024
Thule Epos 2
I'm looking forward to using the rack. It took a while to figure out the instructions and the crank but now seems to fit so well into the receiver. It wheels to the car very easily and once the stinger is in place and tightened is very steady. Recommend buying the ramp if using with e-bikes. Perhaps Thule can develop a travel bag to cover the bikes when on the rack.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
September 14, 2023
There's good and bad
This is my second Thule hitch bike rack. First one was a T2 Pro XTR which I loved, but I bought an E bike and needed a rack that worked with a walk-up ramp. The Epos 2 is that rack. It's very easy loading my heavy e bike which is what I needed since I can't lift the weight I used to. The strapping system takes time - you have to figure it out and get the pedals the right way and it's sometimes not easy. Once secured, there are no worries. Since this sticks out so far, the lights (to me) are a necessity for safety. However, it is a severe detriment that this rack - sticking out as far as it does - does not fold up when not in use on the car like my other Thule did. In my eyes, this is a major disappointment and is not safe. People see the rack when bikes are on it. With no bikes on it, people do not see it sticking out as far as it does. I literally have to try to find a parking spot near no one, or where I can back up with woods behind me. It's hard to believe they did not make this rack able to be folded up against the rear of the car like their other racks. Had I known this, I would not have bought it. So do your research.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
August 31, 2023
This is a great rack.
Easy to use, secures the bikes well without frame contact and has enough room to haul different styles and sizes of bikes without any contact between bikes. What really sets it apart from other racks is the ease of installing and removing from the vehicle as well as how compact it is for storage. It is light and when folded it is easy to move around.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
July 20, 2023
Great rack!
The Thule Epos was easy to hook up to our 2 29er emtb. The license plate mount was a little difficult to figure out, but a quick online search showed a Thule video on the procedure.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
July 20, 2023
EPOS - 2 Bike with Lights
I am a long-time Thule user. Over the years I have expanded my inventory of Thule accessories and I have enjoyed using them on my many trips and activities. I recently purchase an EPOS bike rack with lights. I must say this has proven to be one of the best Thule products I have used. It is sturdy, secure and easy to use. As an proud Thule user, I highly recommend this bike rack for both casual and serious bike enthusiasts.
Originally reviewed on manufacturer
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