Thule Tram and Apex XT Swing
Specs
- Type Hitch swing-arm
- Weight 68 lbs., 12 oz. — 42 lbs (Apex XT Swing), 25 lbs., 9.6 oz. (Tram)
- Carrying Capacity 6 skis or 4 snowboards
- Locks Integrated ski lock and hitch lock
- Ease of Install Difficult
Pros
- Buttery swing-arm function even when mounted to a car hitch
- Multi-function rack from bike to ski for year-round use
Cons
- Must have a compatible bike rack to mount the ski rack to — will not work on its own
- Hard install, extra tools needed: a T20 hex key and Phillips Head screwdriver
- Ski and snowboard rack feels cheaply made compared to the base hitch rack
- Took a few tries to learn to load and lock-in skis in an apex
