Product Comparison: Thule Apex (9025) vs Yakima RoadTrip

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Thule Apex (9025) Bike Hitch Rack

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Yakima RoadTrip Bike Rack

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General Specifications

Brand

Thule

Yakima

Model

Apex (9025)

RoadTrip

Origin

USA

About the Product

Premium hanging-style hitch bike rack for all types of bikes. Capacity for 4 bikes makes it ideal for the whole family.

The RoadTrip is an RV approved bike rack designed, built, and thoroughly tested to stand up to the long miles and rigorous demands of RV and travel-trailer use.

Key Specs

Type

Hitch Mounted

Bike Fixation Method

Straps

Supercush zip strip cradles

Mounting Location

Rear

Type

What customers say about "Key Specs"

Thule Apex (9025) Bike Hitch Rack

My bike fits on this rack perfectly and goes on effortlessly.
What makes this a great hitch rack is how the unit fits into the hitch with the tightening mechanisms which also locks for confidence out and about.
Great quality product which makes me feel safe when driving with 4 bikes on the back of my SUV. It has two keys which lock the rack in the hitch and a second one to lock the bikes.
I feel this cost a little more than the Vertex but the addition of the integrated lock might be worth it to some. This fit into my 2" hitch on my 2011 Honda Odyssey.
It is easy to attach to the hitch. Bikes did not move around. It is tight with 4 bikes, but if you follow the instructions for loading, they do fit.

Yakima RoadTrip Bike Rack

The bike rack was mounted on my fifth wheel trailer and according to a friend who was following us the bikes barely moved during the entire trip.
My new Yakima 4 bike carrier arrived quickly, was easy to assemble and attach.
Just what I need to attach to my tow-behind camper- don't want to lose bikes and rack on my way to somewhere. It is NOT light but this is a tradeoff...strong & secure or light & risky.
Taken two trips with the Rack attached to my RV. I've also used it on my truck although there's a bit more play it was still very solid and had no issues.

Size & Weight

Height

41 in.

Width

14 in.

13 in.

Depth

38 in.

28 in.

Weight

35 lbs.

29 lbs.

Construction

Number Of Transporting Bikes

Max load capacity

140 lbs.

150 lbs.

Rust Proof

Yes

Frame Material

Steel

Max load capacity
Number Of Transporting Bikes

What customers say about "Construction"

Thule Apex (9025) Bike Hitch Rack

Our bikes each weigh close to 40 lbs. This rack meets the challenge. Sturdy, stable and easy to hitch and unhitch once you know the secret.
I have had 3 bikes on the rack at one time on the highway/interstate without any issues. Solid frame, built well and easy to use. Five stars for sure!!!
This is an awsome bike rack. Very good build quality and looks good too. Very easy to install and operate.
This rack is built with obviously higher quality materials than most of the other racks out there.
Good features, easy to engage/disengage and to operate. very sturdy and nice finish.

Yakima RoadTrip Bike Rack

I wasn't looking for all the fancy tilting or swinging, I wanted SOLID QUALITY, and this is IT!
If your looking to pack four bike this is the product. Very stable and easy to load and unload.
Rack is very strong, easy to assemble. We fit 3 bikes (1 mtn, 1 road, 1 hybrid) without any problem.
I liked that the 4 bikes went on rather easily with some minor adjustments of the seats and extra baskets on the kids bikes.

Features

Foldable Design

Yes

Suitable Vehicles

All types

RV, Travel-Trailer

Built-in Security Lock

Yes

Tool Free Attachment

Yes

Extras

Fits 1.25" receivers, Fits 2" receivers, One Key System compatible, Receiver lock included, Carbon frame compatible

Fits 2" receivers, Anti-sway cradle design, SuperCush ZipStrip™ cradles

What customers say about "Features"

Thule Apex (9025) Bike Hitch Rack

The built in shock absorption worked well as the road got bumpy in some areas - and at highway speeds even small humps are amplified.
Installation was easy enough, it took me about 20 to 30 minutes to put everything on.
Awesome, easy to install. I use it almost every weekend, take about 2-3 minutes to put on, adjust and lock.
I bough it with the lock option and its well worth it. I have been out several times and stopped long enough that i was glad i could lock up the bikes without removing them.
The rack itself is durable and easy to use, especially for road & mountain bikes. Installation took no more than 10 minutes.

Yakima RoadTrip Bike Rack

Great Quality, Easy Easy set up, Simple mounting system!
Just what the 'doctor' ordered. I attached it to my four wheel drive pickup for general use and for the times I need to go off-road with the bikes, and I believe it will withstand off-road use.
Great solid rack for RV, also use on pick up truck. 4 adult bikes can fit but can be tricky.
Does not have a locking pin to hold the rack into hitch, am using a wire cable so it is not stolen. Very heavy duty, bikes don't bounce around.
It's a great option when you need a tough rack that doesn't fold down or swing out.

Warranty / Certifications

Certifications

Manufacturer warranty

25 year(s)

Other Information

Manufacturer

Link

Manual

Download

MSRP

399.95 $

219.00 $