OutPace 2-Bike Rack offers compact, secure bike transport for every adventure
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
“I picked up the OutPace because I needed a lighter platform rack that still felt solid. This one hits the sweet spot. It’s easy to install, fits two bikes with no frame contact, and folds up tight when I’m not using it.”
We rely on the Thule OutPace Hitch Rack when we want to transport bikes with confidence, without hauling around a bulky, overbuilt carrier. Engineered for ease, this 2-bike platform rack is impressively lightweight and compact, making it ideal for weekend trail missions, in-town rides, and road trip adventures alike. It securely carries two bikes with no frame contact and folds up neatly when not in use.
From high-speed highway hauls to dusty washboard roads, it’s built to handle real-world abuse and protect your bikes along the way. With smart features, solid materials, and a compact footprint, the OutPace makes getting out there that much easier.
Details
- Platform-style hitch rack carries 2 bikes securely
- Lightweight, compact design ideal for everyday use
- Frame-free contact system protects carbon and full-suspension bikes
- Folds up flat when not in use for easy storage
- Tested for durability in extreme conditions at Thule’s test center
- 55lb per-bike weight capacity supports most modern MTBs and E-bikes
- Compatible with bot 1.25" and 2” hitch receivers
- Item #THUZ3VP
- Bike Capacity
- 2 bikes, [maximum load] 110lb (55lb per bike)
- Compatibility
- 20–90mm tube diameters, 1.25in hitch receivers, 2in hitch receivers
- Part Number
- 9012500
- Claimed Weight
- 29lb
- Activity
- travel
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4 based on 7 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageOctober 2, 2025
No instructions
Would it kill these people to provide instructions that include words. Pictures and video without only music isn’t helpful. I won’t buy another Thule product unless they actually provide instructions with words. I’ve wasted a lot of time trying to figure out how to use their product and still haven’t figure it out completely.
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
September 25, 2025
Nice lightweight option
This rack is lightweight, compatible and easy to store. I like the option of 2 hitch sizes built in. Use once so far, on a 2 inch hitch. No significant issues. A bit of rattle with bikes secured. I can store it in the back of my vehicle with no issues.
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
September 21, 2025
Excelent bike rack
I just got this bike rack, and I’ve already put it to the test, and it’s fantastic! It’s super compact, easy to install, and absolutely sturdy. Putting the bike on or off is super easy, and the bike stays put perfectly. A great deal for the price!
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
September 12, 2025
Lightweight, compact bike rack that packs a punch!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] If you haul bikes regularly, you know how quickly a “simple” rack can turn into a headache. The Thule OutPace makes that problem disappear. Sleek, solid, and thoughtfully designed, it gets your bikes from driveway to trailhead without the hassle. Compact and lightweight yet impressively capable, it feels like the perfect solution for riders who want security and stability without dealing with a bulky rack. I’ve tried a few hitch racks, and most either wobbled over time, were too heavy, or scuffed up my bikes. The OutPace is simple to use, easy to move and store, and solid no matter if I’m cruising pavement or bumping down a gravel road.
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
September 11, 2025
Arm doesn't reach seatpost on 51cm frame
As the title states, the arm on this rack does not reach the seat post on my 51cm frame, forcing me to secure the bike to my carbon frame which is NOT preferable. If Thule designed a telescoping arm I believe this could be easily avoided. I would have not purchased this rack had I known this beforehand.
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
July 29, 2025
Nice and compact
Love the size. It folds up nice and small. Lightweight and looks very durable. Love how easy to attach to hitch. Appreciate all the built in locks.
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
July 23, 2025
Easy to install and use, no rattle at all
I am a single person and not mechanically skilled at all. I already have a trunk rack I can't figure out. I wanted a hitch rack but didn't want to spend too much on a rack I would only use periodically. At the same time, I wanted a rack that would be extremely easy to use by myself with no rattles that would worry me while I'm driving. I originally looked at less expensive options but they all had at least some negative reviews such as the rack was too complicated, rattled, or was cumbersome. I fortunately was able to splurge on the Outpace and am very glad I did. It is insanely easy to install and also very easy to add my bike. I drove 6 or so hours on highways this weekend and the rack did not shake, rattle or roll one millimeter. Neither did the bike--it was completely snug. I was so happy every time I looked in my rear view mirror. I used the tilt-away function a lot and it worked great. The only downside is that the rack is too close to my bumper to fold up, so check the specs if you care about that. I asked Thule about using a hitch extender and they said because this model is so new, they have not tested it with a hitch extender yet so using one would void my warranty. Fortunately, this rack is light enough and easy enough to remove if needed. My only question is whether the rubber strap will hold up over time, but I'll have to wait to see. I never thought I could fall in love with a bike rack but the Outpace is really fantastic.
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
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