Thule Passage
Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Thule Passage. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
5 reasons to buy
- Buyers and experts say the rack to vehicle connection is secure.
- The bikes stay steady, even on bumpy surfaces and in stop-and-go traffic, according to reviewers.
- The rack arms fold when not in use, reducing the rearward protrusion from roughly 22” to 10”.
- An expert and buyers appreciate the removable anti-sway cradles that help prevent bikes from bumping the trunk or each other.
- The foam tubes that rest on the vehicle protect the paint and glass.
7 reasons not to buy
- This rack isn’t compatible with many mountain bikes, kids’ bikes, or step-through bikes. Reviewers say it’s best for horizontal top tubes.
- Experts and buyers complain of a tight fit, saying the bikes sit very close together. Most suggest the three-bike rack for transporting two.
- Vans, hatchbacks, and SUVs cannot use the rear windshield wiper with the rack installed.
- One expert says that the rack isn’t compatible with most hatchbacks. Users with hatchbacks confirm this incompatibility.
- An adapter (purchased separately) is required for step-through bikes, and one expert says it doesn’t work very well.
- License plates may be blocked when bikes are mounted.
- There is nowhere to tuck the excess strap material after tightening them.
Bottom line
The Thule Passage is a trunk bike rack available in two and three-bike versions. It holds bikes securely in place and the no-sway cages prevent bike-to-bike contact during transport. The main complaints include incompatibility with certain bikes, particularly mountain and kids’ bikes, and not enough distance between mounted bikes. Potential buyers should verify rack-to-vehicle compatibility before purchasing, especially hatchbacks. The Passage is a decent rack for the price, and experts say it’s great when it works. However, it has limited vehicle and bike compatibility. As an alternative, consider the Saris Bones trunk rack.BikeRide finds and shows you the best prices of the bikes you want to buy. Prices constantly change and it’s impossible to compare them all yourself.
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