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About Allen Bike Racks In 1967, after a few years of working on the aerospace technology for the Apollo missions, Dick Allen was out of a job. Government cutbacks led Allen, a Harvard-trained physicist, to transform his garage hobby into a new industry. A cycling enthusiast, inventor, and family man, Allen had a personal need for a bike-carrying device. On weekends, he would take his sons and wife to Cape Cod or the White Mountains of New Hampshire. What proved difficult time and again was the transport of his family's bicycles. Rather than fight through inconvenience with twine and a dinged car, Allen sought an answer for himself as well as a market in which he foresaw major growth possibilities.
Always a pathfinder, Allen took to work in his Lincoln, Massachusetts garage in search of a more efficient way to transport bikes. Drafting designs during the day and constructing them throughout the night, he put together a model made of electrical conduit, metal strapping, and fire hose casings (for padding). At first, the Allens tested the prototype on weekend excursions. Finding the first trunk-mounted rack to be a success, Dick started Allen Bike Racks shortly afterward. Dealer acceptance came quickly, and by 1971 Allen Bike Racks were sold nationally through a number of major bicycle distributors. Today, the company owns over three dozen patents and offers a versatile product line of bike racks while Dick's son Alex now owns and operates the business. What started out as a small garage-run operation now operates three warehouses nationally, two factories abroad, and sells products in more than a dozen countries around the world. Premium trunk mounted 3-bike carrier
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Thule 987XT 6-Ski Adapter for Thule Hitch Mount Bike Racks Review
The Thule 987XT 6-Ski Adapter is designed to convert your already installed hitch mount bike rack into a vertical ski and snowboard carrier. Attaching directly to your bike rack's carrier arms and vertical assembly using only knobs and hex nuts and screws, installation takes only minutes and its overall cost is much more affordable than buying a a separate snowsport carrier. Features include: capacity up to 6 pairs of skis or 4 snowboards and One-Key locking for securing skis and boards.
The Thule 987XT 6-Ski Adapter is designed to extend the functionality of your existing Thule hitch mount bike rack into the world of snowsports, providing both a convenient way to transport skis and snowboards to the slopes and save you money in the process by utilizing existing hardware. This adapter attaches onto the arms of a wide variety of hitch mount carriers and spare tire carriers, creating a two-sided vertical platform at the rear of your vehicle that allows for easy access to multiple pairs of skis or snowboards of all sizes and thickness. To secure skis and boards the Thule 987XT 6-Ski adapter uses a combination of a lower stationary rack pad that items are slid snugly into and a simple swing arm/knob upper mechanism that is easy to use via its ergonomic design. Each of these knobs also contain One-Key locks to lock skis/snowboards to the carrier. The Thule hitch carrier rack models that the 6-Ski adapter is compatible with include: 964 Revolver, 954 Ridgeline, 912XT / 914XT / 915XT Roadway series, the Parkway series and the 963XTR Spare-Me spare tire bike carrier etc. It is also compatible with all discontinued Thule Hitching Post Pro series and Expressway series of hitch bike racks.
Because the Thule 987XT 6-Ski adapter utilizes your existing hitch rack and assembles using virtually no tools, installation or removal can be done easily in only minutes. To install first rotate any cradles attached to your hitch mount rack's carrier arms to a flat position. Next slip the provided C-clamps over each of the carrier arms, rest the 987XT unit over the bike arms as indicated in the directions and secure it to the C-clamps using the included hardware and hex wrench. Finally attach the back of the Thule 987XT 6-Ski adapter to the upright assembly of your hitch rack using the U-bolt, spacers and ergonomic knobs provided. (Additional instructions are available for use with Rac 'N' Loc hitch carrier models.)
The Thule 987XT 6-Ski Adapter, all necessary mounting hardware and tools, installation instructions/warranty information.
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.
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.
Thule 970XT Helium 2 Bike Hitch Carrier Review
The Thule 970XT Helium 2-Bike Hitch Carrier is a hitch carrier capable of supporting and transporting up to two bicycles weighing up to 35 lbs each conveniently at the rear of your vehicle using your trailer hitch receiver. It is tailor-made for small vehicles with limited towing capacity, as well as young cycling families with limited space and those that may be new to bike carriers and/or inexperienced with more elaborate installations of them.
Designed with compatibility in mind, the Helium 2-Bike Hitch Carrier works with either 1¼ inch, or 2 inch hitch receivers by means of an included adapter. It is also incredibly strong, stable and full featured, as seen in its varied standard components, including: top-of-the-line T3 cradles set along the carrier arms for holding bikes in place for maximum frame protection and stability, patented No-Sway Cage technology that, working together with the cradles, dramatically reduces the chance of bike-to-bike and/or bike-to-vehicle contact that could result in scratches, an integrated locking cable that secures bikes to the carrier and lock functionality that can be installed in the ergonomic lock knob that secures the hitch to the hitch receiver.
In addition, by way of its easy-to-use Hitch Switch lever, the Helium 2-Bike Hitch Carrier has the ability to fold its carrier arms down at the push of a button when not in use and even tilt the carrier away from vehicle allowing for trunk, hatch or tailgate access (bikes must be removed first). This means that you can get to every corner of your vehicle when you want to and makes it unnecessary to remove the unloaded carrier in order to perform everyday driving tasks like parking. Also impressive though is that the unit's aluminum based body makes it just half the weight of traditional hitch mounted bike carriers. This along with its virtually tool-free assembly make its installation a breeze and removal just as fast when need be.
1-Thule Helium 2-Bike Hitch Rack, 2-lock cylinders with keys, all necessary straps and mounting hardware, and instruction guide and warranty information.
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.
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.
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Please note: an optional locking hitch pin and 10-millimeter security cable can be used with this rack and are sold separately.
Transports up to 2 bikes, fits both a 2" and 1-1/4" hitch receiver with a built in anti-wobble hitch device. The XTC2 carries a wide variety of bike frames without the hassle of removing wheels. Push button ratchet arm easily adjust to secure your bike. Bike hooks have a soft-frame friendly coating to protect the bike's finish. Easily adjust to different bike frame sizes with the simple movement of the wheel holders. Rack folds up for easy storage when not in use. Center arm folds down to allow access to the rear of vehicle without removing the rack.
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About Hollywood Racks
Hollywood Racks started in 1973 when they began making trunk racks in the back of our bike shop in Hollywood, CA. As a retailer, the company knew exactly what people needed: good quality products that were easy to use. They earned a great reputation fast and began selling racks to other dealers, and later to the bike companies. Today, Hollywood Racks builds racks the only way they know how: simple, strong, and secure.
Hollywood Racks are built with top-quality materials including high-strength steel, aircraft-quality fasteners, and thick powder coats to withstand the elements. Generous amounts of padding protect bikes and cars, and all of their products are fully covered with a limited warranty. The company's products continue to receive accolades from all the major outdoor sports magazines, and are in demand by everyone from recreational cycling families to weekend warriors to race teams on the road and off.
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Allen Ultra Compact Folding 1-Bike Carrier Review
About Allen Bike Racks Started out of founder Dick Allen's garage in 1967, Allen Sports is committed to producing the highest-quality, easiest-to-use bike, parking, and storage racks on the market. Dick Allen, a onetime aerospace engineer, opened Allen Sports after building a prototype bike carrier in his Lincoln, Massachusetts, shop in his free time. The bike enthusiast tested the trunk-mounted carrier--made of electrical conduit, metal strapping, and fire hose casings (for padding)--on weekend excursions. Shortly afterward, Allen took his design to consumers, moving from local to national sales by 1971. Today, the company owns more than three dozen patents and operates three warehouses nationally, two factories abroad, and sells products in more than a dozen countries around the world. Ultra compact folding bike carrier is the smallest on the market and could even fit in your backpack! Great for both travel, commuting or anytime you need a bike rack. Includes tie-downs to protect your bicycle and padded frame keeps bicycles away from vehicle. Comes fully assembled and includes a carry bag. Steel, gray powdered coated finish for durability and sporty design.
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