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Thule Apex XT Black 2 Hitch Rack

Thule Apex XT Black 2 Hitch Rack

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$449.95at BackcountryChecked Nov 9

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $449.95 at Backcountry on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 3 stores.

Our take on the Thule Apex XT Black 2 Hitch Rack

The Thule Apex XT 2 is a two-bike hitch rack that carries bikes by their top tubes on anti-sway cradles. It stands out for high ground and bumper clearance, tool-free installation with the SnugTite stinger, and HitchSwitch levers that fold the arms and rack down for rear access. Bikes sit about seven inches apart to limit contact, and a built-in cable lock secures them to the rack. It suits riders who want a sturdy, easy-to-load rack for two bikes and don't need a platform-style tray.

Best forTwo-bike households with a standard hitchRiders who load by the frame and want quick arm folding for trunk accessOwners who want a lockable rack without extra parts
Pros
  • High ground and bumper clearance
  • Tool-free install with SnugTite stinger and hand knob
  • HideAway anti-sway cradles with ratcheting straps
  • Bikes spaced about seven inches apart
  • HitchSwitch folds arms and rack for rear access
  • Integrated locking cable included
Cons
  • Hangs bikes by the top tube, so it suits step-through and carbon frames poorly
  • Two-bike capacity only
  • Folding arms add bulk when stored

Thule Apex XT Black 2 Hitch Rack prices at every store

  • BackcountryNew

    In stock

    $449.95Free shippingChecked Nov 9
    Visit Backcountry
  • Competitive CyclistNew

    In stock

    $449.95Free shippingChecked Nov 9
    Visit Competitive Cyclist
  • Dick's Sporting GoodsNew

    In stock

    $449.99+ $20.00 shippingChecked Nov 9
    Visit Dick's Sporting Goods

Store links may earn us a commission. Some prices via Klarna.

Thule Apex XT Black 2 Hitch Rack price history

Lowest price we've seen: $449.95 on Nov 9 at Backcountry. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 9.

From Backcountry

  • Premium hitch rack with exceptional ground and bumper clearance
  • Tool-free installation with SnugTite stinger and hand knob
  • HideAway anti-sway cradles with ratcheting straps for easy loading
  • Bikes sit seven inches apart to prevent contact
  • HitchSwitch levers fold down arms and rack for rear vehicle access
  • Built-in cable lock secures bikes to the rack
Fit
Fits 1.25in and 2in hitch receivers
Sizing
Carbon-frame compatible, but not ideal for some full-suspension or women's/low-step frames without frame adapters; best for bikes with horizontal top tubes
Guarantee
Limited lifetime manufacturer warranty
Returns
90 Day Risk-Free Returns
Shipping
Free Shipping on orders over a minimum amount
In the box
Integrated locking cable

About the Thule Apex XT Black 2 Hitch Rack

The Thule Apex XT Black 2 is a hitch-mounted rack that carries two bikes. It offers good ground and bumper clearance. Bikes sit seven inches apart so they don't touch each other.

Installation needs no tools. The SnugTite stinger and a hand knob tighten the rack in the receiver. HideAway anti-sway cradles with ratcheting straps hold the bikes in place and make loading easy.

HitchSwitch levers fold the arms and the rack down so you can reach the rear of the vehicle. A built-in cable lock secures the bikes to the rack. The rack works with carbon frames. It suits bikes with horizontal top tubes best. Some full-suspension and women's or low-step frames may need frame adapters.

Capacity
2 bikes
Bike spacing
7 inches apart
Hitch fit
1.25 in and 2 in receivers
Installation
Tool-free, with SnugTite stinger and hand knob
Bike hold
HideAway anti-sway cradles with ratcheting straps
Rear access
HitchSwitch levers fold down arms and rack
Security
Built-in cable lock
Frame fit
Best for horizontal top tubes; carbon frames compatible; some full-suspension and women's/low-step frames need frame adapters
In the box
Integrated locking cable

Questions and answers

Does the Apex XT 2 fit a 1.25-inch or 2-inch hitch?
The Apex XT line comes in both hitch sizes, so check the stinger size of the unit you are buying. The SnugTite stinger is designed to fit the matching receiver.
Can I open my trunk with the rack on?
Yes. The HitchSwitch levers fold the arms down and tilt the rack away from the vehicle for rear access.
Will it carry a carbon or step-through frame?
It holds bikes by the top tube, so carbon frames and step-through designs need an adapter bar or a different rack.
How do the bikes stay apart?
The cradles hold bikes about seven inches apart, and the anti-sway cradles with ratcheting straps keep them from swinging into each other.
Is a lock included?
Yes. An integrated locking cable is built in and secures the bikes to the rack.
How hard is installation?
It is tool-free: the SnugTite stinger and hand knob tighten the rack into the receiver without extra tools.
Where is the Thule Apex XT Black 2 Hitch Rack cheapest?
At Backcountry, for $449.95, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Thule Apex XT Black 2 Hitch Rack?
3 stores we checked sell it, including Backcountry, Competitive Cyclist, Dick's Sporting Goods.

Stores we've priced the Thule Apex XT Black 2 Hitch Rack at

  • Competitive Cyclist deals and prices
  • dickssportinggoods.com deals and prices

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