Product Comparison: Thule Apex (9025) vs Yakima RoadTrip
General Specifications
Brand
Thule
Yakima
Model
Apex (9025)
RoadTrip
Origin
USA
USA
About the Product
Premium hanging-style hitch bike rack for all types of bikes. Capacity for 4 bikes makes it ideal for the whole family.
The RoadTrip is an RV approved bike rack designed, built, and thoroughly tested to stand up to the long miles and rigorous demands of RV and travel-trailer use.
Key Specs
Type
Hitch Mounted
Hitch Mounted
Bike Fixation Method
Straps
Supercush zip strip cradles
Mounting Location
Rear
Rear
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Thule Apex (9025) Bike Hitch Rack
- My bike fits on this rack perfectly and goes on effortlessly.
- What makes this a great hitch rack is how the unit fits into the hitch with the tightening mechanisms which also locks for confidence out and about.
- Great quality product which makes me feel safe when driving with 4 bikes on the back of my SUV. It has two keys which lock the rack in the hitch and a second one to lock the bikes.
- I feel this cost a little more than the Vertex but the addition of the integrated lock might be worth it to some. This fit into my 2" hitch on my 2011 Honda Odyssey.
- It is easy to attach to the hitch. Bikes did not move around. It is tight with 4 bikes, but if you follow the instructions for loading, they do fit.
Yakima RoadTrip Bike Rack
- The bike rack was mounted on my fifth wheel trailer and according to a friend who was following us the bikes barely moved during the entire trip.
- My new Yakima 4 bike carrier arrived quickly, was easy to assemble and attach.
- Just what I need to attach to my tow-behind camper- don't want to lose bikes and rack on my way to somewhere. It is NOT light but this is a tradeoff...strong & secure or light & risky.
- Taken two trips with the Rack attached to my RV. I've also used it on my truck although there's a bit more play it was still very solid and had no issues.
Size & Weight
Height
41 in.
41 in.
Width
14 in.
13 in.
Depth
38 in.
28 in.
Weight
35 lbs.
29 lbs.
Construction
Number Of Transporting Bikes
4
4
Max load capacity
140 lbs.
150 lbs.
Rust Proof
Yes
Yes
Frame Material
Steel
Steel
What customers say about "Construction"
Thule Apex (9025) Bike Hitch Rack
- Our bikes each weigh close to 40 lbs. This rack meets the challenge. Sturdy, stable and easy to hitch and unhitch once you know the secret.
- I have had 3 bikes on the rack at one time on the highway/interstate without any issues. Solid frame, built well and easy to use. Five stars for sure!!!
- This is an awsome bike rack. Very good build quality and looks good too. Very easy to install and operate.
- This rack is built with obviously higher quality materials than most of the other racks out there.
- Good features, easy to engage/disengage and to operate. very sturdy and nice finish.
Yakima RoadTrip Bike Rack
- I wasn't looking for all the fancy tilting or swinging, I wanted SOLID QUALITY, and this is IT!
- If your looking to pack four bike this is the product. Very stable and easy to load and unload.
- Rack is very strong, easy to assemble. We fit 3 bikes (1 mtn, 1 road, 1 hybrid) without any problem.
- I liked that the 4 bikes went on rather easily with some minor adjustments of the seats and extra baskets on the kids bikes.
Features
Foldable Design
Yes
No
Suitable Vehicles
All types
RV, Travel-Trailer
Built-in Security Lock
Yes
No
Tool Free Attachment
Yes
Yes
Extras
Fits 1.25" receivers, Fits 2" receivers, One Key System compatible, Receiver lock included, Carbon frame compatible
Fits 2" receivers, Anti-sway cradle design, SuperCush ZipStrip™ cradles
What customers say about "Features"
Thule Apex (9025) Bike Hitch Rack
- The built in shock absorption worked well as the road got bumpy in some areas - and at highway speeds even small humps are amplified.
- Installation was easy enough, it took me about 20 to 30 minutes to put everything on.
- Awesome, easy to install. I use it almost every weekend, take about 2-3 minutes to put on, adjust and lock.
- I bough it with the lock option and its well worth it. I have been out several times and stopped long enough that i was glad i could lock up the bikes without removing them.
- The rack itself is durable and easy to use, especially for road & mountain bikes. Installation took no more than 10 minutes.
Yakima RoadTrip Bike Rack
- Great Quality, Easy Easy set up, Simple mounting system!
- Just what the 'doctor' ordered. I attached it to my four wheel drive pickup for general use and for the times I need to go off-road with the bikes, and I believe it will withstand off-road use.
- Great solid rack for RV, also use on pick up truck. 4 adult bikes can fit but can be tricky.
- Does not have a locking pin to hold the rack into hitch, am using a wire cable so it is not stolen. Very heavy duty, bikes don't bounce around.
- It's a great option when you need a tough rack that doesn't fold down or swing out.
Warranty / Certifications
Certifications
CE
CE
Manufacturer warranty
25 year(s)
Other Information
MSRP
399.95 $
219.00 $
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