Name: Thule Spare Me Pro
Brand: Thule
Availability: InStock
Rating: 84 (140 reviews)

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Summary of Reviews

We have read all expert and user reviews on the Thule Spare Me Pro. In summary, this is what cyclists think.

8 reasons to buy

Buyers say the rack is easy to install.

Owners praise the rack’s sturdiness, calling it well-made.

The Spare Me Pro proves durable after one year, according to multiple owners.

Spare tire racks offer full access to the vehicles’ rear cargo area, even with bikes mounted.

Owners say the rack and bikes remain secure in transit.

The frame cradles have grooves to accommodate cables and avoid pinching them against the bike’s frame.

Thule includes adapters for fitting different spare tire widths.

The Spare Me Pro has a small footprint, protruding minimally from the vehicle’s rear.

6 reasons not to buy

Owners say mounted bikes sit too close together, even road bikes. This will likely cause bikes to touch while in transit.

Thule states that the Spare Me Pro isn’t intended for off-road driving.

The Spare Me Pro isn’t compatible with vehicles that have backup cameras mounted on the spare tire, such as the Jeep Wrangler JL.

Owners of vehicles with off-center spare tires may need to remove a wheel to avoid excessive lateral protrusion.

A top tube adapter (purchased separately) is needed for single-pivot MTBs and step-through bikes.

Buyers complain about the cable locks, saying they stick or the keys are fiddly.

Bottom line

The Thule Spare Me Pro is a spare tire bike rack that supports two 37.5lb bikes. A top tube adapter is required for step-through frames and some full-suspension MTBs. Owners consider the rack easy to install and durable, and they appreciate the easy access to the vehicle's rear and small footprint. The main complaints include incompatibility with spare tire-mounted backup cameras, sticky cable locks, and bikes sitting too close together. Overall, the Spare Me Pro is deemed an affordable and reliable alternative to hitch racks for owners of vehicles with rear-mounted spare tires.

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