Thule 9003 Raceway Platform 2 Bike Carrier Review
Thule 9003 Raceway Platform 2 Bike Carrier Feature
- SureTight ratcheting cable system provides superior mounting force vs. traditional nylon straps, plus no loose straps to manage
- Super stable platform and frame clamp for ultimate bike security and telescopic aluminum wheel trays for custom fit to bike
- Quick release bike arm assembly allows them to be lowered when not in use
- Independent, anti-sway bike cradles for maximum bike stability
- Integrated cable system lock secures carrier to vehicle while bike arm locks secure bikes to carrier
Thule 9003 Raceway Platform 2 Bike Carrier Overview
2 bike platform trunk mount carrier delivering the ultimate in safety, strength, convenience and style
Thule 9003 Raceway Platform 2 Bike Carrier Specifications
The Thule 9003 Raceway Platform 2-Bike Carrier is a revolutionary new rear mounted platform rack that takes the ease of carrying bikes to new heights by blending the stability of features commonly found in a platform hitch rack, with the ease of use options found in a trunk mount carrier. Features include: a bike tray mount design that allows for fast, easy bike loading; Sure-Tight ratcheting cables with locks providing maximum fastening security to your vehicle trunk or rear hatch; adjustable bike frame clamps to keep bikes separated and secure; the ability to fold flat the rack flat when not in use and locks for piece of mind when leaving bikes and your rack on your vehicle.
Revolutionary rear mounted design combines the best elements of platform and trunk mount rack models.
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Revolutionary New Rear Mounted Platform Carrier Design
The stylish Thule 9003 Raceway Platform 2-Bike Trunk carrier represents a revolutionary new rack concept that merges the ultra-easy bicycle loading convenience of a trunk mount rack with the transport stability of platform-style hitch mount rack. The Raceway 9003 secures to your vehicle via Sure-Tight high strength cable attachments that provide a hold that is much better than anything possible with straps. Four cables extend from the core of the rack, two at the top and two at the bottom. Cable tension is released at the flip of upper and lower levers. At this point cables can be pulled out to the exact length needed for your vehicle configuration and once hooks at the end of cables are in place they are then tightened using the side-by-side large and smaller dials at the side of the carrier. Although rigid, cables are padded, meaning they never scratch your vehicle. The Raceway 9003 also includes the Thule's patented FitDial technology with oversized ratcheting knobs for fast, easy installation on a wide range of vehicles with the exact position able to be locked in place for future uses.
Once the rack is securely mounted on your vehicle loading bikes is easy. The Raceway 9003 holds 2 bicycles securing each via the combination of an integrated bike tray from below, and an adjustable frame clamp from above. The bike trays are compatible with all kinds of bikes with tires up to three inches in width and make for effortless bike loading and unloading by way of their lower level compared to many other trunk mount bike carriers. Once in trays bikes are secured to the trays with a wheel strap at each wheel. Stability is further ensured for each of your two bikes with an adjustable frame clamp, located on the upper bike rack arms. These arms/clamps are lowered down to make secure contact with your bikes' frames and then are locked in place. Final security comes as arms close firmly around bike frames using an ergonomic knob that can be locked. When bikes are removed, the Raceway 9003 can also fold up and out of the way, with clamp arms folding down until inline with the main body of the rack and the bike trays folding up.
Retractable bike frame clamps keep bikes stationary, well-separated and can be locked.
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Folds up flat for convenient storage and ease of driving and parking when not in use.
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Two-way Locking for Security
The Thule 9003 Raceway Platform 2-Bike Carrier features locking security on two levels. First, it is packaged with a Thule lock integrated into each bike clamp to secure bikes to carrier and protect them from theft when bikes are loaded and you are away from your vehicle. The carrier itself is also protected by the inclusion of locks and keys for securing the Sure-Tight ratcheting cables in place, which locks the entire bike carrier to your trunk or hatchback.
Key Features
- Convenient tray mount design allows for fast, easy and lower bike loading
- Sure-Tight ratcheting cables with locks provide maximum fastening security to your vehicle
- Patented FitDial guarantees a "perfect fit" to your vehicle
- Molded rubber pads provide firm hold to vehicle and protect against scratches
- Adjustable bike frame clamps with integrated locks keep bikes well separated and secure for ultimate stability
- Bike arms and bike trays fold vertically against the back of your for convenient storage when not in use
- Stylish, but durable injection molded construction ensures long life of the rack
Specifications
- Load Capacity Bikes - 2
- Fits Tire Dimensions (in) - 3.0-inch
- No-sway Element (clamps) Keep Bikes Apart - Yes
- One Key System Compatible - No
- Fits Most Bikes with Disc Brakes - Yes
- For Tandem Bikes - No
What's in the Box
Thule 9003 Raceway Platform 2-Bike Carrier (including integrated locks for cables and knob clamps), instruction guide and warranty information.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Thule will warranty all Thule brand car rack systems and its accessories manufactured by Thule during the time that an original retail purchaser owns the product. This warranty terminates if a purchaser transfers the product to any other person. No warranty is given for defects caused by normal wear and tear, cosmetic rust, scratches, accidents, unlawful vehicle operation, or modification of, or any types of repair of a load carrier system other than those authorized by Thule.
About Thule
Thule was founded in 1942 by the Thulin family, when Eric Thulin, a true lover of the outdoors, put the Thule name on a pike trap he designed and began to sell in Scandinavia. It wasn't long before he added other practical items to the company's portfolio. By the 1960s, the company began to concentrate on car-related products, including its first roof rack. The Thulin family sold Thule to the publicly listed company Eldon in 1979, and it has continued to grow both organically and through acquisitions ever since. The Thule Group is a world leader in providing transport solutions for an active life.
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