THULE TOPRIDE BIKE RACK - Safer option for roof mounting bikes?
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- Опубліковано 11 лип 2024
- The TopRide bike rack is one of Thule's top-of-the-range bike racks which supports a wide range of bike types including both standard 9mm quick release bikes and the majority of thru-axles, including 12x100, 12x110, 15x100 and 15x110 (boost).
20x110 is supported with an additional adaptor.
This video is not sponsored in anyway but for reference I purchased my rack from roofbox.co.uk (link below). I’ve purchased numerous racks from them over the yeas and they have always been very helpful.
www.roofbox.co.uk/scripts/rbv...
If you would like to try adapting an existing OutRide rack then SiCD Limited based in Aberdeen Scotland have a range of adaptors.
sicd.co.uk/
(These are NOT affiliated links)
Really well done video. Very helpful. Thank you for being so thorough 🙏🏻
Thank you. I really appreciate you taking the time to show your support.😊
Hello, I recently bought similar Orbea rise and I’m looking for good roof rack. How is your experience with this bike + this rack?
At the store seller told me that the bike is dangerously close to the weight limit. In addition, this weight is distributed high (because of battery) so that the bike can sway a lot.
Can you recommend it based on your rise?
Hi I've had no issues with the rack it's much easier, and safer, to load the bike than other roof racks I've used in the past. In terms of weight it would depend on which Rise that you have. Mine is the carbon version M30, which is lighter and from memory it's at least a few kg under the racks max. My friend has the Ali version ( H20 I think is the model number) which is heavier but under the limit. Bear in mind that removing the front wheel saves some weight.
We have traveled a fair bit with it including several journeys of over 100 miles. Never had an issue or noticed swaying issues.
Not sure if your store rep is just being cautious or trying to push a different rack or is not keen on roof racks.
I wanna get on of these but my emtb weighs 20kg without the battery, the 568 takes a maximum of 18kg. I’m note sure what other options I have.
It's obviously safest to not to exceed the maximum weight restriction so I wouldn't suggest you do that. But before you look for alternatives have you checked the bike's weight without the front wheel? This would potentially reduce the weight by 1 or 2 kilos, possibly more. Also unless you have a dropper post, you could consider removing the saddle (and post) when putting the hike on the roof.
Failing that you may need to consider alternatives such as rear mounted carriers as most of the roof carriers max out at 18kg.
Please let me know if you do find one that solves your problem though. Best of luck.
I’ve owned a top ride for a while now, it’s a good rack, but, while it is very is very easy to load a bike, it is also very easy to remove. This is my criticism of the rack. I feel it needs a lock on the quick release mechanism, the rear lock is not sufficient enough to stop someone having a go at stealing your bike.
Just been emailing Thule about this, to see if there was any modifications available, sadly not. Would be interested if anyone has come up with an alternative?
Good video by the way.
David
Thanks for the feedback glad you liked the video.
The closest thing I'm aware of to lock the wheel axle is the replacement axles available from SCIDS mentioned in the video. This is an axle with a drilled hole at one end for a padlock this works with my old rack and the new FastRide HOWEVER this would not add security with the top ride because the jaws are not lockable. If they added an option to lock the jaws and the axle it would be more secure.
I'm conflicted as to whether this is a disadvantage since I don't think anything they added would be much more secure. Better option I think is to add an additional decent lock or not leave unattended.
@@DTSquared agreed about not leaving unattended, just a faff on the odd occasion at motorway services, having to put on a massive ‘Gaurd’ D lock.
The other option is the yakima highspeed, but some have issue with mtb brake fit. And it cost a bit more.