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product_id: 407391799
title: "Velocompact 13-pin Platform Towbar Bike Rack Black/aluminum, 3(4) bikes"
brand: "thule"
price: "$1335.52"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 11
category: "Thule"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/407391799-velocompact-13-pin-platform-towbar-bike-rack-black-aluminum-3
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
---

# One-handed adjustable coupling Carries up to 4 bikes, large wheelbases Smart foot pedal tilt for trunk access Velocompact 13-pin Platform Towbar Bike Rack Black/aluminum, 3(4) bikes

**Brand:** thule
**Price:** $1335.52
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚴‍♂️ Elevate your adventure game—carry more, stress less!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Velocompact 13-pin Platform Towbar Bike Rack Black/aluminum, 3(4) bikes by thule
- **How much does it cost?** $1335.52 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/407391799-velocompact-13-pin-platform-towbar-bike-rack-black-aluminum-3)

## Best For

- thule enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted thule brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compact Fold & Store:** Folds down to fit neatly in your trunk, saving space when not in use.
- • **Uninterrupted Trunk Access:** Smart foot pedal tilt lets you access your boot even with bikes mounted—never leave essentials behind.
- • **Versatile Bike Compatibility:** Accommodates road, mountain, and e-bikes with extendable wheel holders for large frames.
- • **Secure & Adjustable Bike Arms:** Detachable arms with lockable knobs ensure your bikes stay put on every journey.
- • **Effortless One-Handed Mounting:** Quickly secure your bike rack with a single hand—no fumbling, no hassle.

## Overview

The Thule VeloCompact 13-pin Towbar Bike Rack is a lightweight, foldable carrier designed for up to 4 bikes, including e-bikes and mountain bikes. Featuring one-handed adjustable coupling, extendable wheel holders for large wheelbases, and a smart foot pedal tilt for easy trunk access, it combines convenience, security, and compact storage in a sleek aluminum design backed by a 2-year warranty.

## Description

From the manufacturer Thule Whether it’s exploring the spectacular nature of the great outdoors or traveling the world with family and friends, we all have a passion for enjoying an active life. At Thule, we share the desire to spend more time enjoying our passions – which means less time worrying about how to bring all the stuff we need. For more than 75 years, Thule has been creating solutions to simplify life’s adventures. We are committed to developing smart, stylish products that are environmentally sound, quality, safe, and easy to use. Thule VeloCompact 3bike 13p UK Thule VeloCompact is a compact and lightweight bike carrier for everyday use. It is the ideal choice for a range of bike styles, including road bikes, ebikes or mountain bikes. Even when the bikes are loaded still have access to the trunk. The compact everyday bike rack can also be folded and becomes small enough to store in the trunk of most cars.

Review: Great bike carrier, but terrible packaging. - Great bike carrier, but not great packaging. Mine was delivered in a torn and part opened box, due to handlers not seeing the pop-through hand slots which are not obvious, and dropping it and wrenching the stapled join. The light units could have been damaged but were ok on mine. They are designed to break away in the event the driver accidentally reverses into someone's leg, but that is a good thing tbh. ps. my UPS driver, Ian, was excellent - top man!
Review: So much easier than roof bars! - I’ve been sceptical of tow ball racks for ages but finally took the plunge. Wow this rack makes life so much easier than before! Initially I had to take the time to work out which bike goes where, especially as we have big mountain bikes which have awkward frames. This took me about 45 minutes to work out but after getting it right and taking a few photos, I can fit the carrier to the car and put the bikes on in 5 to 10 minutes. The carrier is super solid on the tow ball. The bikes are super solid on the carrier. The tilt function is brilliant and allows loads of room for boot acces. I have wide bars but there is loads of room between them and the car boot so no need to rotate them. However it is necessary to put some padding between frames in certain places otherwise you could end up with some rubbing or paint damage. My only observation is that the arms could be a inch or so longer to give a slightly better reach if fitted at any angle other than at 90 degrees from the cross bar of the carrier. This would also allow for slightly better bike spacing too.

## Features

- Adjustable one-handed coupling for easy mounting of bike rack
- Carries bikes with large wheelbases, thanks to single action extendable wheel holders
- Easy mounting and adjustment of the bike rack before closing the tightening handle, thanks to the towbar coupling’s initial stability
- Easy mounting of bikes through detachable bike arms with lockable knobs
- Easy trunk access even with bikes mounted, thanks to smart foot pedal tilt

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09MTW9Z4F |
| Automotive Fit Type | Universal Fit |
| Best Sellers Rank | 9,494 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) 19 in Bike Carriers |
| Brand | Thule |
| Brand Name | Thule |
| Colour | Black/aluminum |
| Compatible with Vehicle Type | Towbar |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 50 Reviews |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 2 Years |
| Is Foldable | Yes |
| Item Dimensions | 106 x 76 x 28 centimetres |
| Item Weight | 19600 Grams |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 106 x 76 x 28 centimetres |
| Item weight | 19600 Grams |
| Load Capacity | 59.87 kg |
| Manufacturer | Thule |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 926021 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 2 years |
| Material | Aluminium |
| Material Type | Aluminium |
| Model Number | 926021 |
| Mounting Type | Towball mounted |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Vehicle service type | Towbar |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Thule
- **Colour:** Black/aluminum
- **EU Spare Part Availability Duration:** 2 Years
- **Is foldable:** Yes
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 106 x 76 x 28 centimetres
- **Item weight:** 19600 Grams
- **Load capacity:** 59.87 kg
- **Material:** Aluminium
- **Mounting type:** Towball mounted
- **Vehicle service type:** Towbar

## Images

![Velocompact 13-pin Platform Towbar Bike Rack Black/aluminum, 3(4) bikes - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71wZHDLHeGL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great bike carrier, but terrible packaging.
*by N***B on 12 May 2026*

Great bike carrier, but not great packaging. Mine was delivered in a torn and part opened box, due to handlers not seeing the pop-through hand slots which are not obvious, and dropping it and wrenching the stapled join. The light units could have been damaged but were ok on mine. They are designed to break away in the event the driver accidentally reverses into someone's leg, but that is a good thing tbh. ps. my UPS driver, Ian, was excellent - top man!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ So much easier than roof bars!
*by B***J on 12 March 2023*

I’ve been sceptical of tow ball racks for ages but finally took the plunge. Wow this rack makes life so much easier than before! Initially I had to take the time to work out which bike goes where, especially as we have big mountain bikes which have awkward frames. This took me about 45 minutes to work out but after getting it right and taking a few photos, I can fit the carrier to the car and put the bikes on in 5 to 10 minutes. The carrier is super solid on the tow ball. The bikes are super solid on the carrier. The tilt function is brilliant and allows loads of room for boot acces. I have wide bars but there is loads of room between them and the car boot so no need to rotate them. However it is necessary to put some padding between frames in certain places otherwise you could end up with some rubbing or paint damage. My only observation is that the arms could be a inch or so longer to give a slightly better reach if fitted at any angle other than at 90 degrees from the cross bar of the carrier. This would also allow for slightly better bike spacing too.

### ⭐ Poor design, light fitting easily broken.
*by G***H on 3 April 2025*

When I received this item and unboxed it I found that one of the rear light fittings had broken off. It is only secured by a small piece of plastic that is very easily broken if the heavy carrier is set down on its corner during transit. I returned the damaged item to Amazon and ordered a replacement. When it arrived the light fitting was broken off in exactly the same way. I have returned it to Amazon as well. The light fitting is very poorly designed and likely to break off if the carrier is set down on the lights. No wonder this item is now heavily reduced as it is a poor design and likely to be replaced soon. Do not buy.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Thule Velocompact 13-pin Platform Towbar Bike Rack Black/Aluminium 3(4) bikes
- Thule 926101 Velo-Compact Adapter, One-Size

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*Store origin: US*
*Last updated: 2026-07-14*