Buying a Thule bicycle carrier? Hollandbikeshop.com has everything you need!

Why buy a Thule bicycle carrier?

A Thule bicycle carrier is the most practical, safe way to transport your bicycle. Thule's bicycle carriers (or, bike racks), are made of extra sturdy aluminum for stability and reliability, and are subject to extensive testing at the Thule Test Center for your safety and the safety of other road users. 

All Thule bicycle carriers are TÜV certified. Depending on the model, Thule bicycle carriers can easily carry 1 to 4 bicycles. They're designed for quick and easy installation and can be used without having to consult a complicated manual.

For Thule, the bicycle carrier's design starts with functionality, though the product's appearance is also important. You won't find any unnecessary bells and whistles on their products. A Thule bicycle carrier is a product with a simple yet sleek design and very easy to use. 

Another advantage to Thule bicycle carriers is that they don't take up more space than they need to on the roof, towbar or trunk lid of your car. You can use all the available space for transporting luggage or camping gear unhindered.

Hollandbikeshop.com offers a wide range of Thule bicycle carriers (Thule EasyFold, Thule EuroRide, Thule EuroWay, Thule HangOn, Thule VeloCompact, Thule VeloSpace, Thule FreeRide, Thule OutRide, Thule Outway).

We also offer roof carriers (Thule ProRide, Thule TopRide, Thule UpRide, Thule Hull-A-Port), trunk lid carriers (Thule Backpac, Thule ClipOn, Thule EasyBase, Thule Raceway), Thule bicycle carriers for e-bikes, baskets, suitcases, box carriers and roof boxes, as well as replacement parts and accessories.
 

What is the best Thule bicycle carrier for my situation?

When you're shopping for a Thule bicycle carrier, the most important things to consider are the type of transportation you're using and the number of bicycles you want to transport. This will largely determine what the best Thule bicycle carrier is for you and your family. Various Thule bicycle carrier models can be mounted on either the roof, the towbar or the trunk lid of your car.

The Thule EasyFold XT is considered the best option among Thule towbar carriers. While this model isn't exactly cheap, it is the most user-friendly model with a high bearing capacity (60 kg) and you can easily fold and store when you don't need it.

Looking for an affordable, solid bicycle carrier? The best Thule roof carrier is the Thule ProRide 598. An affordable bicycle carrier that is great for transporting a road bike or any other lightweight sports bicycle. 

It's easy to mount on the car roof and once you've loaded your bicycle onto the carrier, there are soft pads, wheel holders and a bottom clamp to hold it securely in place.

Would you rather go for a Thule bicycle carrier mounted on the trunk lid? The best Thule carrier in this category is the Thule RaceWay 992, a handy bicycle carrier with a maximum bearing capacity of 45 kg that is easy to install and can carry up to 3 bicycles. In addition, you can lock the bicycles into this bicycle carrier.
 

What types of Thule bicycle carriers are there?

Want to know more about different kinds of Thule bicycle carriers before you decide? No problem! The following overview should help.
 

Tow-bar mounted bicycle carriers

The most commonly used bicycle carrier is the towbar bicycle carrier. If your car has a towbar, selecting this type of Thule bicycle carrier has many advantages. 

A towbar carrier made by Thule usually has room for two, three or four bicycles and is easy to install. Thanks to its tilting feature, you’ll still have access to the entire trunk (even with bicycles on the carrier!).

Loading and unloading bicycles from it is easy to do, with hardly any heavy lifting. It offers extra stability and safety during bicycle transportation and can handle various bicycle frame types. 
If you're considering this type of carrier, know that there are two types of towbar bicycle carriers: platform bicycle carriers and hanging bicycle carriers.
 

Platform bicycle carriers

With a platform bicycle carrier you’ll be slightly limited in the number of bicycles you can transport (a maximum of 3), but loading and unloading is easy peasy and when you're not using this bicycle carrier, it's easy to fold and store until the next time you need it. 
 

Hanging bicycle carriers

Hanging bicycle carriers for the towbar, also known as hitch bike racks, can carry up to four bicycles. You can securely lock the bicycles via the bicycle's top tube. A popular model in this category is the Thule HangOn bicycle carrier. 
 

Roof carriers

No towbar? Not a problem. Thule also produces roof bicycle carriers. They are a great option, especially when you're transporting road bikes and mountain bikes. This carrier type is much more affordable than a towbar carrier, not to mention very reliable. 

A slight downside might be that the maximum bearing weight (20 kg) rules out bicycles with electric support for roof transportation. 

Sporty bicycles like the road bike however are excellent for this type of carrier. This bicycle carrier is suitable for almost any wheel size and depending on the included mounting materials: you can use the fork end or Thru-Axle of the fork as a fixing point. With some roof bicycle carriers, you won't even have to remove the bicycle's front wheel. Roof bicycle carriers by Thule don't take up a lot of space and give you free access to the trunk of your car any time you want. 
 

Bicycle carriers for the trunk lid

Would you prefer a Thule bicycle carrier for the trunk, or rather, the trunk lid? The Thule trunk lid carrier is a great option, especially if you don't have a towbar at your disposal. This bicycle carrier type lets you transport up to three bicycles, which you can lock to the bicycle carrier (and you can lock the bicycle carrier to the car). 

This type of carrier is also foldable and easy to store, without taking up a lot of space. If you're a sporadic cyclist, but you do need a bicycle carrier regularly, the trunk lid carrier is perfect for you. 
 

What does a Thule bicycle carrier weigh?

If you have a good idea of the Thule bicycle carrier model you want, but you're worried about the bicycle carrier adding too much extra weight to your car, know that the weight of the bicycle carrier may vary depending on the type/model. 

It makes sense that a rail or roof carriers weighs less than a towbar bicycle carrier. Roof racks for wheels usually weigh no more than 7 kg, while a bicycle carrier for the towbar or trunk lid weighs around 17 - 20 kg. 

A roof box is a little lighter than a carrier, at around 14 kg. In short, bicycle carriers don't weigh as much as you might think, so it's mostly a matter of keeping the weight of the bicycles themselves in mind when you're choosing a bicycle carrier.
 

What load-bearing capacity does a Thule bicycle carrier have?

You might be wondering whether your bicycle carrier is strong enough to carry your bicycles, or you’ll want to make sure that they don't add too much weight to the car. To make the right decision, look at the load capacity of the bicycle carrier. Thule bicycle carriers have two different load capacities: the maximum capacity for each individual rail and the maximum capacity for the bicycle carrier as a whole. 

Although this may vary per model, it's important always to adhere to the maximum load capacity of the bicycle carrier, even when adding an extra rail. This prevents both the bicycle(s) and the bicycle carrier from sustaining damage. The Thule EasyFold and Thule VeloSpace can both carry up to 60 kg.
 

How do you install a Thule bicycle carrier?

There are different ways to mount a Thule bicycle carrier on your car. The most common option is towbar mounting, closely followed by roof and trunk lid mounting. Bicycle carriers are essential for cycling holidays with a caravan or camper van and Thule caravan bicycle carriers are perfect for the job.

You can use mounting materials to secure the bicycle carrier to the back of the vehicle. These mounting materials are usually included with the Thule bicycle carrier. Drawbar bicycle carriers are mounted directly on the drawbar and don't require additional mounting materials.

There is a Thule bicycle carrier for almost any car. Even though plenty of cars don't have a towbar, the towbar bicycle carrier is the most popular bicycle carrier type by far. Fortunately, Thule has several options available for cars without a towbar that still let you use a bicycle carrier, like a roof rack or bicycle carrier for the trunk lid.

Additionally, luxury Thule bicycle carriers have a tilting feature, so you always have access to your trunk. You can tilt your bicycle carrier slightly forwards using the convenient foot pedal, located on the end of the bicycle carrier below the license plate (even after you've already loaded your bicycles onto the bicycle carrier), to easily access the trunk.
 

The best place to buy Thule bicycle carriers

Find your next bicycle carrier at Hollandbikeshop.com! At Hollandbikeshop.com, you’ll find Thule bicycle carriers for the towbar, car roof and caravan. We have Thule bicycle carriers for e-bikes as well as bicycles without electric support. 

Want to transport two, three or four bicycles? Most carriers can handle two or three, but you can expand them to carry four bicycles. Hollandbikeshop.com has the Thule bicycle carrier you’re looking for, as well as bicycle carrier parts and accessories to adapt or expand your carrier, like a set of locks to replace all the locks on your Thule product with, so you can use the same key to open all of them. 

We offer a wide range of Thule bicycle carriers at competitive prices, with Thule bicycle carriers starting from €79.95 to €779.95 and roof boxes starting from €309.95. Hollandbikeshop.com is the number 1 bike shop for all your Thule bicycle carriers and parts.