Thule 963 Spare Me Spare Tire Bike Rack

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  • The Thule 963 Spare Me Spare Tire Bike Rack combines steady carrying quality with modern looks
  • Makes efficient use of otherwise wasted space by attaching to your rear-mounted spare tire
  • The Thule 963 Spare Me Bike Rack holsters two bikes of any size and style up to 75 lbs.
  • Features Thule's new T3 padded and easy-adjusting cradles that safely grip your bikes in place
  • The Thule 963 Spare Me Bike Rack boasts easy-to-adjust arms for effortless raising, lowering or folding flat when empty
  • Employs a ratcheting strap for taut transportation of your cycles
  • The Spare Me Bike Rack comes with all mounting hardware and detailed instructions for adding to your vehicle in less than 1 hour
  • Includes a keyed locking knob that helps keep your bike rack right where it belongs
  • Sturdy steel construction that lasts
  • Your Thule 963 Spare Me Spare Tire Bike Rack is covered by a Lifetime Warranty

Description

Leave it to Thule to not only make a spare tire bike rack, but to make the total package. The Thule 963 Spare Me Spare Tire Bike Rack has the durable steel construction, modern look, convenient features and secure installation to make it a staple on your adventure-ready ride.

The 963 Spare Me Bike Rack uses Thule's new T3 cradles to safely grip 2 bikes of virtually any size and frame style. Effortless arm adjustment makes changing height easier than ever, and allows you to fold the rack flat when empty. The Spare Me also utilizes a ratcheting strap for further sway-free carrying of your cycles.

Mounting the Thule 963 Spare Me Bike Rack is a cinch. Thule's detailed instructions and included hardware make installation a breeze that takes less than 1 hour. And, Thule stands behind your Spare Me Spare Tire Bike Rack with a Lifetime Warranty.

Notes

  • This Thule bike rack does not work on covered rear spare tires, or on vehicles with oversized off-road spare tires, such as Hummers, Land Rovers and select RAV4s.

Thule 963 Spare Me Spare Tire Bike Rack Customer Reviews

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works great

Posted on 09/30/2009 by Heidi P. - 2002 Jeep Liberty (Bowie,MD)

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"I've used this rack twice now and it's worked great both times. It's very sturdy. Only negative: it barely fits my womans road bike frame and I have an average sized frame (52). I would imagine anyone with a smaller frame wouldnt be able to use this rack (including kids bikes). Maybe there is a conversion kit of some kind?"

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2002 Jeep Liberty
I use my vehicle for
everything!
 
Used for a Jeep wrangler X 2006

Posted on 09/18/2009 by Kathleen C. - 2006 Jeep Wrangler (Barnegat,NJ)

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"This product is not only exactly what i was looking for and described perfectly, but the company is also awesome for customer service and delivery, I actually got it in less than three days! It is as described in every way, I love it, very easy to mount bikes and unmount as well. It looks great and functions great. Thanks!!!!"

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About Kathleen C.
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2006 Jeep Wrangler
I use my vehicle for
road trips, around town, off roading, every day
 
thle 963 spare me tire bike rack

Posted on 09/02/2009 by Cedric N. - 2002 Mitsubishi Montero (North Arlington,NJ)

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"good price for a quality item.installation is a breeze and secures the bikes well when traveling."

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2002 Mitsubishi Montero
I use my vehicle for
family and travel
 
Met my expectations

Posted on 09/01/2009 by Randy J. - 2002 Chevy Tracker (Medford,OR)

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"I have not traveled yet with the bikes on the rack. I installed it in about 1/2 hour and was very pleased with the ease of installation. I put both bikes on the rack and they felt very secure even without the additional strap. I agree that the ladies bike posed a challenge but I found a good mounting for it and am looking forward to this weekend when we'll travel for the first time with the bikes on the rack."

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About Randy J.
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2002 Chevy Tracker
I use my vehicle for
tow behind motor home
 
What I was looking for

Posted on 06/22/2009 by Gary H. - 2004 Jeep Liberty (Trexlertown,PA)

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful.

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"Owning a Jeep Liberty, I was looking for a bike rack to mount onto the spare tire. I checked Jeep, which was expensive. Over $100 more than the Thule. The rack works great for 2 bikes. Mounting was very easy. It's very sturdy. Only tricky thing was mounting a womans bike. A mans bike was much easier. Overall, a good rack at a good price."

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2004 Jeep Liberty
 
Easy to install, looks good, fumctions well

Posted on 06/15/2009 by Earl G. - 1999 Jeep Wrangler (Tulsa,OK)

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful.

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"I realized I had not owned a bike in more than 50 years. After the easy installation, I went to pick up my bike, loaded it onto the rack, and took it home, with no mishaps."

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About Earl G.
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1999 Jeep Wrangler
I use my vehicle for
commuting, recreation
 
Thule 963 Bike Rack

Posted on 06/04/2009 by Lawrence Z. - 1992 Jeep CJ (Spokane,WA)

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.

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"Great product / easy installation , excellent quality and a snap to place bikes on . But this product you will not be disappointed"

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About Lawrence Z.
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1992 Jeep CJ
I use my vehicle for
All activities
 
Good Value, Great rack

Posted on 05/12/2009 by Kenneth F. - 2009 Jeep Wrangler (Mechanicsville,MD)

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful.

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"This is a quality bike rack that I highly recommend."

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About Kenneth F.
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2009 Jeep Wrangler
I use my vehicle for
Leisure activities
 
Nice rack!

Posted on 05/12/2009 by David L. - 2009 Jeep Wrangler (Frederick,MD)

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful.

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"Thule bike rack fits great on the spare tire of my 09 Wrangler Unlimited. Holds 2 bikes with ease. Bit tight between the supports for my fiances bike (womens, shorter seat/handlebar spacing), but it gets the job done. Shipment as always from AutoAnything, fast as can be."

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About David L.
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2009 Jeep Wrangler
 
Good product.

Posted on 04/23/2009 by Andy S. (Mishawaka,IN)

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful.

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"Easy to install , solid bike rack"

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