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Thule Sidearm Universal Upright Bike Mount
The Thule Sidearm Universal Upright rooftop single bike carrier is quick loading and accommodates most bikes.
- SecureHook™ arm holds the front bike tire (not the frame) securely in place; no contact with frame means your bike doesn't get scratched
- Offers quick loading in minutes without removing the wheels—even large 29 in. tires fit with the longer ratcheting SecureHook arm
- Reinforced tray features rust-free protection; tray fits most 20 - 29 in. wheels and up to 2.6 in. wide tires
- Rear ratcheting wheel strap is easy and quick, and holds bike securely to tray; rubber rim adapter for wheel strap provides additional security
- Offering a universal fit, Thule Sidearm rack system works on round bars and most factory racks
- Thule One-Key™ compatible system lets you purchase lock cores that match keys you already own
Please note: Thule products cannot be shipped to Canadian addresses.
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Thule Sidearm Universal Upright Bike Mount Customer Reviews
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by PowerReviewsPros
- Easy to use (11)
- Durable (9)
- Stable (8)
- Easy to install (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Mountain bikes (8)
- Road bikes (4)
- Small cars (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid cyclist (8), Casual/ recreational (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (12)
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Pros
- Durable
- Easy to Install
- Easy to Use
- Stable
Cons
Best Uses
- Mountain Bikes
- Road Bikes
- Small Cars
Comments about Thule Sidearm Universal Upright Bike Mount:
I use this rack to carry my 29er and road bike. It is easy to put together if you can read instructions, easy to use, and holds my bike securely. I added another Thule strap (purchased as a spare part) for the front wheel to increase my confidence at highway speeds, especially with cross winds. That being said, even without it the bike is safe and secure. More of a confidence thing after reading some reviews. It also spent a long, snowy, salty Cleveland winter on the top of my wagon with zero corrosion. In short, a fantastic rack worth the price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy to assemble
Cons
- Parts Missing
Best Uses
- Mountain Bikes
Comments about Thule Sidearm Universal Upright Bike Mount:
So Far So good with the Colorado weather have not had a chance to use after assemble but while putting together missing one of the Thule end caps.
paying the price of the product little high and missing cap don't know if i am paying for the product or just the name.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy to Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Road Bikes
- Small Cars
Comments about Thule Sidearm Universal Upright Bike Mount:
Product performs just as I expected. Very easy to load and unload. Instructions were very poorly written, but it wasn't rocket surgery.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Install
- Easy to Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Mountain Bikes
Comments about Thule Sidearm Universal Upright Bike Mount:
The front tire of my rode bike kept coming out of the track. Granted, it couldn't go anywhere, but wasn't nearly as stable as I would have preferred. I went with the Thule Criterium instead.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Solid Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Thule Sidearm Universal Upright Bike Mount:
Love that it has no frame contact. Quick on and off with the bike.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy to Use
- Fast
- Stable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Thule Sidearm Universal Upright Bike Mount:
It took a little time to figure out how to bolt everything together for the initial assembly (especially if you are using two racks and need to switch the orientation of driver's side rack) but once assembled it's very easy to use. The only downside is you will want to buy a locking cable if you are worried about theft (the bike, not the rack). Not a big deal - bike owners should have a lock anyway if they ever plan to leave it unattended. In future enhancements I would recommend that Thule include a cable so all the locks could be keyed the same. Of course, a thief can steal the bike regardless of a cable or quick-release front tire, but it could be a deterrent. All racks have this risk...
The bikes never wavered on the roof - no extra noise or drag was noticeable during a 300 mile drive. Mounting/dismounting the bikes on/off the rack was a snap. Excellent rack!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Install
- Easy to Use
- Stable
Cons
Best Uses
- Mountain Bikes
- Road Bikes
Comments about Thule Sidearm Universal Upright Bike Mount:
I've had this sidearm for a couple years now and I love it. I've read the other comments and the people who feel doesn't hold the bike securely simply don't understand how to use it. The locking mechanism that holds down the front wheel needs to be pulled down as snug as possible on top of the front tire and as close to the fork as possible. after it's pulled down and the lock secured while the mechanism is being pulled down to make sure the wheel is locked in there, the bike is solid. to test the security you can try to pull up the front wheel to see if it jostles. if it moves around, or can be pushed up more than a centimeter, then the sidearm mechanism hasn't been pulled down far enough or there's gap between the mechanism and the fork. in both cases, that's user error, not faulty product. the rear wheel is secured by a strap. you can even secure the front wheel with an additional strap, but that's not at all necessary if you operate the sidearm properly.
i've used this with my road bike, my mtn bike (26"), as well as my 29'er. All work perfectly. I've used it in the rain, taken bikes out to Joshua Tree, on the freeway more times than I can count -- no problems ever.
Admittedly it helps if you're not short, just because you do need to be able to lift the bike on to the top of the car and reach over the front wheel to pull down the sidearm locking mechanism.
I originally bought it because I had a lefty and didn't want to deal with an additional piece of gear to put on and take off when switching between bikes. I also have a road bike with locking skewers, so this device makes it super easy to transport bikes without having to fuss.
As far as security -- NO BIKE RACK IS THEFT PROOF. The most you can hope for is a mild deterrent to the thief looking for an easy opportunity. If somebody wants your blinged out, dura ace, carbon, titanium darling, a couple crow bars, two dudes, and about ninety seconds is all it takes for them to take your whole rack. Simple as that.
The rack is awesome, but like all gear, unless you use it correctly it can fail.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy to Use
- Stable
Cons
- Requires Cable Lock
Best Uses
- Mountain Bikes
Comments about Thule Sidearm Universal Upright Bike Mount:
This bike tray is one of the best if you don't want to remove your wheel every time you load your bike on it. If your primary concern is security, take the wheels off and lock your bike in your trunk, with two or three cables threaded through it and a solid steel U-lock for good measure. There is NO external bike rack that will stop a determined bike thief, or even slow them down in most cases. Knowing that this rack isn't intended to prevent anything other than a crime of opportunity, if I'll be anywhere I can't watch the car, I'll loop a cable through the bike frame and around a load bar.If you are short and your car is tall, don't get a roof rack... of any kind, including this one. You'll have to lift the bike onto the roof no matter which roof rack you have, so that shouldn't even be a consideration when comparing this to other roof racks.Also, if you think a bike rack should compensate for your lack of care when applying clamps, levers, straps, or whatever, please just put the bike in your trunk instead. This tray holds a 20" kids bike and/or a 29'er perfectly securely as long as the bar is snug against the fork and the wheel. As with any bike rack, it can be improperly used, and, as with any device (including the actual bicycle), that could lead to problems.I have found this Thule product to be sturdy, high-quality, and easy to use. My bike and my son's bike are off the roof for a ride, and back on afterward quicker than any other similar rack I have ever owned or used.I've had two of these for a while, and will be adding a third one the next time they go on sale. I think they're worth the full price, but if you can wait, REI frequently offers a bit of a discount on rack equipment in their sale events[...]
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Looks good
Cons
- Hard to Install or Use
- Not for the short person
Best Uses
Comments about Thule Sidearm Universal Upright Bike Mount:
Ok, I'm short. I admit it. After buying a new car, I have been debating between a roof mount and hitch mount bike rack. I tried the roof mount first. Well, given my height (5'6") and the fact that the 2011 Subaru Outback is a tall car, it is very difficult to load this rack alone. My wife (5'3") rides alot and tried to load her bike on the rack. It was virtually impossible. I guess hitch racks are made for a reason, for those of us who are vertically challenged, but happy!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy to Use
- Stable
Cons
Best Uses
- Large Cars
- Mountain Bikes
- Road Bikes
Comments about Thule Sidearm Universal Upright Bike Mount:
After using a variety of trunk mounted and hitch mounted bike racks, I decided to give the sidearm a shot. My initial problem with trunk racks was that they aren't secure enough to hold the weight of two downhill mountain bikes. The hitch products I looked at support the frame and have flimsy ties that hold the frame to the rack. That doesn't work for bikes with non-linear top tubes.
Some of my bikes that the time had 20mm thru axles, and others had standard skewer quick releases - and I didn't want to go through the hassle of taking off the wheel each time.
The sidearm is perfect because I don't have to readjust the rack at all to fit between a road bike and a DH bike, or worry about special geometry configurations with friends' bikes. I say that this rack is for a larger vehicle because of the overall length of the tray it sits on. It will mount on a compact car, but there may be overhang at the back that prevents the trunk from opening all the way (if you have a hatchback or wagon).
I agree with another reviewer that the security features of the locking core are to prevent theft of the rack itself, and not the bike on the rack since the sidearm does not latch onto the frame.
Overall, I've had this rack setup for about 4 years now with no issues, even with offroad driving.
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