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Thule
ProRide XT Upright Bike Mount

3.3333333333333335 out of 5 stars
36 Reviews
$259.95
Color:Black

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ProRide XT Upright Bike Mount

If you're looking for a quick and easy way to secure your bike and get on the trail faster, the Thule ProRide XT Upright Bike Mount might be just the kind of thing you're looking for. While it may seem like a roof rack system would add to your loading time, this mount features an easy and intuitive design to get your bike loaded in a flash. Featuring two wheel trays and a uniquely designed frame holder, the ProRide XT positions your bike in its proper place in an instant. Once you secure the frame holder, the bike will sit in place as you secure the easily-adjustable and quick-release straps around the wheels. The frame-holder itself uses a claw design with soft padding that disperses pressure evenly around the bike's frame tubes, ensuring that there won't be any incidental damage on rugged mountain roads.


Details

  • Quick setup bike mount to get you on the trail faster than ever
  • Bike slides into place automatically once secured
  • Unique frame holder disperses pressure evenly to prevent damage
  • Wheel holders with quick release straps keep everything locked down
  • Torque limiter dial controls the force going into the bike frame
  • Tool-free interface makes it easy to set up and move
  • Improved mounting hardware fits most factory cross bar profiles
  • Item #THU009F
Bike Capacity
one
Compatibility
Thule WingBar Evo, Thule SquareBar, Thule ProBar, racks with 20x20mm T-tracks
Part Number
598004
Recommended Use
travel
Manufacturer Warranty
limited lifetime

Overall Rating

3.5 based on 36 ratings

Review Summary

1 Stars - 10 reviews
2 Stars - 4 reviews
3 Stars - 2 reviews
4 Stars - 4 reviews
5 Stars - 16 reviews

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2 out of 5 stars

September 10, 2023

Beware of parking on uneven ground

On my first time out with this rack I parked on uneven ground as is often encountered at trailheads. Wile unloading the bike was uneventful, loading the bike was another matter. The tire mount/straps are too narrow and the front wheel of the mountain bike kept turning and climbing over it as I tried to load it. The tire mounts are also too loose and slide much too easily. The front strap slid forward and exited the rail causing the bike to fall onto the roof of my car and a pedal to get jammed under the bike rack. Also, the rear buckle strap popped out causing the rear tire mount to come off. Looking at all of the lightweight plastic parts and how they are just snapped together makes me question the longevity of this rack. I have a medium frame mountain bike with standard tires. This is unsatisfactory. I never dropped a bicycle while loading my 80s vintage Yakima bike rack. Unfortunately, the Yakima bike rack will not fit on the Thule bars. I will now have to use duct tape on my brand new Thule bike rack to prevent the tire mounts from sliding around and the end caps from flying off.

AdrianV
manufacturer

Originally reviewed on manufacturer

1 out of 5 stars

August 14, 2023

Installation is a Nightmare

The installation is a nightmare. The instructions were probably designed by genius engineer during the dark days of winter. Some YouTube videos are a great help. Thule sent one of the wrong parts. I know everybody loves their Thule racks, but this has been time consuming, inconvenient…a real struggle for me. .

Carlo Andiamo
manufacturer

Originally reviewed on manufacturer

1 out of 5 stars

June 18, 2023

difficult to load and unload

I have successfully used older style Thule roof rack for years. Previously, tires sit in a groove the mounting the bike is stable with this design. This style is rack is a dangerous adventure loading and unloading. Neither tire is secure and the clamp is constantly jamming with the crank or frame. Have not figured any safe method to either load or unload bikes. Do not recommend.

Frustrated and scared
manufacturer

Originally reviewed on manufacturer

1 out of 5 stars

May 19, 2023

Poor Design and Low Quality

I must say that my experience with the Thule ProRide XT has been very disappointing. Here are the major issues I encountered: Poor design: The clamp system, supposed to accommodate all types of bike frames, falls short in effectiveness. I found that for certain specific frames, the clamp didn't secure properly, making it extremely difficult, if not impossible, to install the bike. It's incredibly frustrating not being able to use the bike rack as intended. Difficulty in solo bike installation: Contrary to the manufacturer's claims, loading and securing a bike onto the rack alone is very challenging. The holding system is not ergonomic and doesn't facilitate the task. It often requires a second person to hold the bike while you try to secure it properly. Low quality: I was disappointed by the overall quality of the product. After just a few months of use, I had to replace one of the attachments due to a failure. Furthermore, the attachments tend to loosen easily, which doesn't ensure optimal bike security during transportation. Overall, the Thule ProRide XT did not meet my expectations. The flawed design, difficulty in solo installation, and low-quality attachments make it a product that I absolutely do not recommend.

SandrineGD
manufacturer

Originally reviewed on manufacturer

5 out of 5 stars

September 29, 2022

Outstanding! Exactly what I was hoping for

I've been using my ProRide XT for a couple of months now and love it. It was very easy to install on the rack and it is perfectly designed and quality manufactured. It is everything you hope for and Thule delivered. I would not hesitate to recommend this to anyone looking to free up space on their back end and it is a game changer for me by allowing full access to my hatch without the hassle of dealing with a rack there.

Mrpuck20
manufacturer

Originally reviewed on manufacturer

5 out of 5 stars

September 26, 2022

Love it

Best rack for two bikes, very solid, looks cool and easy access

Aldo
manufacturer

Originally reviewed on manufacturer

4 out of 5 stars

September 8, 2022

An Excellent Addition!

I'm in my first season using the ProRide XT but so far I am very happy with it. It was easy to install to the rack and is not too difficult to mount. Once in place it is locked in tight and after thousands of miles AT 65-70 mph I have had no problems with the rack at all. The only complaint I have is that the locks are sold separately.

Mrpuck20
manufacturer

Originally reviewed on manufacturer

5 out of 5 stars

August 21, 2022

Amazing!

Great product, my Trek roscoe bike fits great and feels very safe even on dirt road

Rolando
manufacturer

Originally reviewed on manufacturer

1 out of 5 stars

August 15, 2022

absolutely hate this carrier

I bought two of these after my roof rack and 599 big mouth bike holders were damaged by a tractor trailer. I own a small minivan, mazda 5, and the rack is just high enough that I can just reach so there's always the potential for some difficulty putting a bike up there and this carrier exacerbates the issue. Without a decent tray the front wheel wants to turn and fall off requiring the fork to be held while leaning the bike to get the clamp past the stays and crank, but if the tray is remotely damp the rear wheel will slip out instead. The big issue is the tray really doesn't keep the wheels in place. I've since bought replacement 599s with proper trays and use these two as backups, I've had a lot of thule over the years but with the tray style these use, they're awful

russ
manufacturer

Originally reviewed on manufacturer

1 out of 5 stars

August 12, 2022

New Car - New Rack. 2nd use rack broke.

I bought the rack new from Mazda to go on our new Mazda. I just used it for the third time. The main holder released while driving and the bike peddle damaged the roof of the car. Thankfully the plastic straps held the bike from hitting the road. Thule’s quality isn’t what it used to be. These racks are an accident waiting to happen

Mt biker
manufacturer

Originally reviewed on manufacturer