As the holiday season approaches, Swedish premium vehicle accessory brand Thule is ensuring that cyclists don’t have to leave their bikes behind. With a comprehensive range of solutions for transporting bicycles by car or plane, Thule delivers safety, convenience, and peace of mind for riders heading to their next adventure.
Towbar-Mounted Bicycle Carriers: Innovation on the Road
Thule’s towbar-mounted bicycle carriers are designed with both safety and simplicity in mind. Over the past 18 months, the range has been refreshed to meet the evolving needs of modern cyclists and the diverse geometries of today’s bicycles.
Thule Epos
The Epos revolutionises bike attachment with its telescopic bike attachment system. Patented pivoting cradles with steel-reinforced straps offer infinite adjustment points, allowing up to three bikes to be loaded in any order—no “last on, first off” restrictions. With a load capacity of 30 kg per bike and extra-long wheel holders, it easily accommodates e-bikes, mountain bikes, and gravel bikes, even those with slacker head angles or longer wheelbases up to 1350 mm.
Thule Outpace
The lightweight Outpace is a platform-style towbar carrier capable of transporting three bikes. Independent articulating arms, adjustable pivoting heads, and straps make loading simple, while the tilt function provides easy access to the vehicle’s luggage compartment. Its foldable design also ensures easy storage at home or in the car boot.
Thule EasyFold 3
The EasyFold 3 combines Thule’s proven design with innovative new features. Its securing arms accommodate frames from 22 mm to 90 mm, making it ideal for children’s bikes, mountain bikes, and e-bikes alike. The click-in/click-out system allows one-handed loading and unloading, and additional bike adapters expand capacity from two to four bikes. Fully foldable, it’s effortless to store and transport.
Roof Racks: For the Ultimate Cycling Enthusiast
For cyclists without towbar access—or those who prefer to use their towbar for other purposes—Thule offers roof-mounted solutions. Options include fork, frame, or wheel-mounted carriers that integrate seamlessly with Thule’s roof racks, compatible with most vehicles on sale in South Africa. Perfect for cyclists aiming to travel in style, these carriers make your vehicle look like part of a Tour de France convoy.
Cleared for Take-Off: Air Travel Made Easy
Cyclists travelling by plane can rely on Thule’s RoundTrip bike case, designed to withstand the rigours of airline cargo holds. With padded interiors, rigid HDPE and reinforced panels, and secure mounting points, bikes remain safe during transit. Integrated wheels and a work stand simplify airport manoeuvring and reassembly.
For cycling gear, the Thule RoundTrip bike duffel offers 55 litres of organised storage, enough for three to five days of road or mountain biking essentials. Multiple compartments and a large opening make packing and unpacking effortless.
Quality You Can Trust
Thule’s range of bicycle carriers, luggage, and accessories prioritises ease of use, safety, and durability. Backed by a five-year warranty, Thule products uphold the brand’s reputation for high-quality engineering and innovative design.
Cyclists can explore the full range of roof racks, towbar carriers, luggage, and accessories at Thule Concept stores across South Africa or online at www.thulestore.co.za. Whether by road or air, Thule ensures your bicycle travels as far as you do—safely, securely, and in style.
