Thule Spare Me Spare Tire Bike Rack

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Features

  • The Thule 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Spare Me Spare Tire Bike Rack Customer Reviews

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Posted on 05/03/2008 by Jack M. (Jackson,NJ)

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"I had a Thule hitch mount rack and I traded in my truck. I bought a smaller car. I purchased another brand rack to fit over the spare tire. I called the company after two days that the hardware was rusting. kindly, they replaced it. I brought it back for credit and purchased the Thule Spare Me from the web. I have used it a few times and think it is the same quality as the hitch mount which I loved. It's GREAT!"

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Ease of installation

Posted on 04/07/2008 by Michelle D. - 2008 Jeep Wrangler (Poulsbo,WA)

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful.

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"I was impressed with the construction of my bike rack. Being a mechanical engineer, I am always looking over the construction of items and wondering how it was made, and if there is a more efficient, better way to build it. I could not think of any other way that this unit could be made. It is simple, solid and easy to install. Everything was thought of; installation is easy, construction is solid, and lightweight and it takes advantage of the mounting points already available so no drilling is needed. A must for all bike riders."

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2008 Jeep Wrangler
I use my vehicle for
Commuting, hauling my bike and just plain fun in the sun.
 
Sweet Rack

Posted on 02/03/2008 by Josh B. - 2008 Jeep Wrangler (Hagerstown,MD)

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful.

"This rack works great for two bikes, It's very easy to install and load bikes. I really like how light weight it is as well. When not in use it is extremely easy to fold out of the way or to unattach all together. Great product! I'm not overly familiar with other products but if you have a wrangler I've read many reviews and this rack is a very safe bet unless you have oversized tires.."

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Vehicle
2008 Jeep Wrangler
I use my vehicle for
Recreation, adventure, travel
 
great bike rack

Posted on 12/25/2007 by Jose G. - 2008 Jeep Wrangler (Davie,FL)

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.

"works great on my 08 jeep wrangler. very solid. very easy to install."

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Vehicle
2008 Jeep Wrangler
I use my vehicle for
commuting, camping and driving to bike trails
 
Like the Rack - with a little concern

Posted on 12/20/2007 by Ronald K. - 2000 Jeep Wrangler (Sharpsburg,GA)

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.

"The Spare Me Spare Tire Rack does exactly what I needed to be done. It fits perfectly over the tire on my Jeep Wrangler. It's so easy to set up, and the locking removal feature is extremely creative. I was worried about the elements getting to the rubber of the security straps eventually if I left it on all the time. With the removal feature, no more worries. Now the problem... I have a new Trek Madone 5.1 bike, which does not have a round tubular frame. The bike just makes it on the rack, and it's not a small framed bike. I also bought the optional stabilizing brackets, but have not tried them yet and am concerned they wont fit the bike's contours. If they fit properly, and do the job they are intended to do, I would give the rack a 5-star rating. I'll have to get back to you on that."

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2000 Jeep Wrangler
I use my vehicle for
everything
 
Super Fast Shipping!

Posted on 09/25/2007 by Elise A. - 1997 Isuzu Trooper (East Concord,NY)

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.

"Wow! I ordered on a Monday, received my bike rack on Tuesday! Easy to install and works great. Thank you!"

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1997 Isuzu Trooper
I use my vehicle for
commuting, transportation of animals, family activities
 
Happy with it!

Posted on 09/20/2007 by Nancy C. - 1997 Honda CRV (Bound Brook,NJ)

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful.

"Sturdy, compact, easy to install."

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1997 Honda CRV
 
MY NEW RACK

Posted on 09/13/2007 by Gregory B. (Richmond,VA)

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful.

"I have to tell you that this rack is so perfect for the riding that I do. It fits right on the back of my spare tire of my CR-V and it even looks cool when there are no bikes on it, LOL. I have used it a bunch of times. I was a little leary about the binders on it but they work GREAT. Well I highly reccomend this item for someone who likes riding and does not want to spend a TON of cash on a rack."

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Thule Spare Tire Bike Rack

Posted on 09/06/2007 by Brenda H. (Swanton,VT)

"We love the Thule Spare Me Spare Tire Rack. We loaded our 2 bikes and the rack worked beautifully. We would highly recommend it! If you are looking for a rack to securely transport your bikes, this is it."

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Works Great

Posted on 09/01/2007 by Jeannette N. (Albany,CA)

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.

"This works great, super easy to set up. Had it on the car in about 30 min total. It is quite compact and even allows my rear window to still pop open."

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