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Thule 954 Ridgeline 4-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (1.25 and 2-Inch Receiver) | 
 enlarge | Brand: Thule
Category: Sports
List Price: $349.00
Buy New: $305.10
You Save: $43.90 (13%)
New (12) from $305.10
Avg. Customer Rating:  8 reviews
Sales Rank: 2834
Shipping Weight (lbs): 42.5
Dimensions (in): 37 x 16 x 9.5
MPN: 954
Model: 954
UPC: 091021954175
EAN: 0091021954175
ASIN: B000MRFH36
Release Date: August 4, 2007
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | Stinger Swinger hitch converts quickly from 2" to 1-1/4" out of the box | | • | Hitch Switch quick-release lever for fast storage of bike carrier arms | | • | Cradles lock down bikes while allowing complete adjustment along the bike arm | | • | Integrated locking cable stores conveniently in carrier | | • | Carries up to 4 bikes |
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Product Description
The Thule Ridgeline 4-bike hitch rack is a full-featured hitch with T3 cradles that lock down bikes and cradles while still allowing complete adjustment along the bike arm. The Hitch Switch dual quick-release levers allow for rapid rear vehicle access and a No Sway Cage anti-sway device prevents bike to bike contact.
Product Description
The Thule 954 Ridgeline 4-Bike Hitch Mount Rack is a full-featured hitch rack that has all your bases covered. The Thule Ridgeline has a four bicycle carrying capacity, and provides you with the perfect combination of security and convenience. The Thule Ridgeline utilizes Thule's Stinger Swinger hitch that converts quickly from a two-inch receiver to a 1.25-inch receiver, right out of the box. This bicycle rack features Thule's Hitch Switch dual quick-release levers for rapid, rear vehicle access and folding arms for storage, and Thule's T3 Cradles that lock down bikes and cradles while still allowing complete adjustment along the bike arm. The Thule Ridgeline comes with Thule's 955 No Sway Cage, an anti-sway device that prevents bike-to-bike contact, as well as Thule's STL2 hitch lock and an integrated locking cable for a complete security solution. The Ridgeline itself weighs 36 pounds, and has a maximum carrying capacity of 140 pounds. What's in the Box?
954 Ridgeline hitch mount bike rack, all necessary mounting hardware and securing straps, STL2 hitch lock, locking cable, lock keys, and instruction guide Manufacturer's Warranty
Limited lifetime warranty
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| Customer Reviews: Read 3 more reviews...
Good Design But Incomplete Package June 26, 2008
This rack is adaptable to two hitch sizes. It's easy to assemble. It's reasonable to get bikes on and off the rack. It provides good tailgate clearance for our SUV.
I am disappointed with Thule's quality control for packing an incomplete rack (missing parts). For the premium price, I expect it to all be there. I have three times over three days to get Thule customer service on the phone and could not, and gave up. The hours and days Thule publishes on their website are different than my experience. Further, it is clear when a consumer calls that dealers are given preference for contacts. The 800 number refers consumers back to the website, but you end up paying Thule to resolve their problem. For about $12, this consumer got one nut and two washers just so I could use the product (sheesh, Thule, throw the consumer a bone!).
Good design and engineering. Solid materials. Good instructions. Unsatisfactorily executed and supported by Thule.
Amazon did a fine job, as usual, with the ordering and follow up on their end. I will continue to use Amazon.
Thule 954 Ridgeline 4-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (1.25 and 2-Inch Receiver)
Solid, Simple, All-in-one June 16, 2008
I just purchased the 954 and installed on 2005 Honda CRV. I assumed I was going to need a hitch extender to get past the rear mounted tire, BUT IT FIT PERFECT as is. Do a sample fit w/ a dealer model (i did) if u can, as not all CRV year models are the same with regard tire mount space. I put a U-Haul installed 2" hitch receiver on the CRV.
Installation right of the box was no hassle and simple. The tilt away is awesome, can't completely open CRV swing door, but able to get stuff in and out. Very sturdy rack, like the built in bike lock cable and hitch locks. Putting 1-2 bikes on is very easy, no sway cradles are great. Haven't tried 4 bikes yet, might be interesting puzzle.
mike
La Crosse, WI
 Thule Ridgeline is better than Yakima Flipside, but ... May 10, 2008
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
I bought a Thule Ridgeline in April. Three weeks later I found inside of one tubing was holding lots of water and got rusted severely. Water came in from where the locking cable was positioned when it was folded. In addition, the other end didn't have a drain hole to let go the water. I was concerned this rack wouldn't last, and returned it for an exchange.
This time I was recommended to give Yakima Flipside a try. I took the rack home, opened the box. The first thing I noticed was the locking cable was hanging out and would not go all the way back to the storage compartment. I spent about 10 minutes, and couldn't figure out how to return the cable back in. Then I un-folded the two arms, found they would NOT get in lock-in position without some work. Played with it for another few minutes, and found the bottom cap of the rack didn't even have a locking screw. It was just snapped on.
Comparing both the racks, I really liked the Thule design over Yakima Flipside. I went back and got another new Thule Ridgeline instead.
I think I'll have to live with the water in the tube problem. I may just cut off a small zip bag, and use a tie to wrap the bag on top of the tube where the lock is positioned to prevent water to go in.
 Great Rack April 9, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Excellent product.
I've only put two bikes on it since I got it. I did try to put them close together, but it looked like it was going to be more work than it was worth. I'm sure I'll have to work through a 3 or 4 bike jigsaw puzzle some day.
I definitely couldn't get my daughters little Schwinn Mesa on the rack because of the thickness and distance of the rack arms, but I'm guessing that is an issue with probably all bike racks.
The tilt away feature I could not live without. It tilts just enough on my F150 so the tailgate comes all the way down. And I like that I can tilt the rack arms down (when the rack isn't in use) with the pull of a lever also.
I leave the rack on my pickup and throw the bike on it in minutes. My exercise has increased quite a bit from the ease of using the Ridgeline.
The receiver bolt attaches with a supplied wrench. It would be nice if this was tooless, but even still, I had the rack off within a couple of minutes to wash the truck the other day.
If this rack is in your ballpark for spending, go for it.
Great Rack March 28, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Sturdy, secure, comes with all the locks. I gave it four stars because nothing is perfect, but this rack works like a champ. I used to have a roof rack and much prefer this one. Would recommend the adapter bar for non standard geometry bikes, (women's beach cruiser or MTN bikes with other than straight top tube).
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