I'm looking to get a bike rack for my '25 Explorer ST's hitch, and I've never had one before. I'm looking for two main requirements 1) can swing out of the way so I can get in the hatch and 2) able to hold 4 bikes (right now, 2 kids, 2 adults, but ideally would be able to hold the weight of 4 adult bikes).
Are there special considerations for the size of the hitch? I'm not even sure where to start.
Thule Apex XT Swing looks like it might fit the bill, but seems somewhat expensive? Anything comparable, or is this the best for my requirements?
Are there special considerations for the size of the hitch? I'm not even sure where to start.
Thule Apex XT Swing looks like it might fit the bill, but seems somewhat expensive? Anything comparable, or is this the best for my requirements?
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