Platform hitch racks eliminate the frame-contact anxiety that keeps carbon bike owners up at night, and the Thule T2 Pro XTR represents the current pinnacle of that design philosophy. Bikes load onto wheel trays rather than hanging from their top tubes, which means carbon frames, unusual geometries, and step-through designs all secure the same way without adapters or creative clamping solutions. The ratcheting arms grip wheels rather than frames, protecting paint and carbon layups from the scratches and stress points that plague traditional hanging racks.

The 60-pound per-bike capacity puts e-bikes firmly in play, addressing the reality that electric mountain bikes and commuters have become mainstream rather than novelty items. Most hitch racks tap out around 35-40 pounds per position, which leaves heavier e-bikes stranded in the garage. The T2 Pro XTR handles two 60-pound bikes simultaneously at its 120-pound total capacity, though RV travel requires a 40% load reduction for safety at highway speeds behind motorhomes.

Integrated wheels transform a 52-pound rack from an awkward wrestling match into a manageable solo operation. Roll the rack to your vehicle, slot it into the 2" receiver, and the tool-free AutoAttach system locks everything in place without hunting for wrenches. The same wheels make garage storage practical since you can roll the rack into a corner rather than hoisting it onto wall hooks or leaving it sprawled across the floor. Folded dimensions of 54.7 x 22.5 x 33.8" keep the footprint reasonable for smaller garages.... Read More