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The Thule 9002 Raceway 3-Bike Trunk Mount carrier is a revolutionary new rear mounted platform rack that combines the premium features of a hitch rack with an incredible ease of storage. Features include: Sure-Tight ratcheting cables with locks providing maximum fastening security to your vehicle trunk or rear hatch; patented FitDial technology guaranteeing a “perfect fit” to your vehicle; anti-sway cages that prevent bike-to-bike and bike-to-vehicle contact; 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 trunk mount carrier design mixes premium features with easy storage.
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Revolutionary Trunk Mount Carrier Design

The stylish Thule 9002 Raceway 3-Bike Trunk Mount Carrier represents a revolutionary new rack concept that merges premium features of a hitch rack with an incredible ease of storage. The Raceway 9002 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.

Patented FitDial technology ensures a perfect fit at the back of any vehicle for virtually any bike type.
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Sure-Tight high-strength cables ratchet with the turn of a knob and can be locked to secure the carrier to the vehicle.
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Once the rack is securely mounted on your vehicle loading bikes is easy. The Raceway 9002 holds 3 bicycles securing each via the combination of narrow cradles arms with bike straps atop the carrier’s bike arms and no-sway cages that attach to your bike frame’s main vertical tube. Once bikes are secured with these two elements an included strap is run through the bike(s) to secure their lower halves to the frame of the Raceway 2002. When bikes are removed, the upper arms of the Raceway 9002 fold down inline with the main body of the rack at the release of a few levers allowing for a more streamlined shape and easier driving and parking abilities.

Two-way Locking for Security

The Thule 9002 Raceway Platform 3-Bike Trunk Mount Carrier features locking security on two levels. First, it is packaged with an integrated cable lock extending from the bike arms around the frame cradles so your bicycles are protected from theft. 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

• 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
• Anti-sway cages prevent bike-to-bike and bike-to-vehicle contact
• Narrow cradle arms hold a variety of bike frames including smaller children’s bikes and fold when not in use
• Bike arm folds vertically against the the body of the carrier for convenient storage and ease of driving/parking when not in use
• Lockable cable secures bike to carrier and carrier locks to vehicle (locks included)
• Stylish, but durable injection molded construction ensures long life of the rack

Specifications

• Load Capacity Bikes – 3
• Fits Tire Dimensions (in) – 3.0-inches
• No-sway Cages 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 9002 Raceway 3-Bike Trunk Carrier (including integrated cable lock on bike arm and lock for Sure-Tight ratcheting cables), 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.