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Thule Insta-Gator Pro Truck Bike Rack in truck

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THULE Insta-Gater Pro Truck Bike Rack

Name: Thule Insta-Gater Pro | Upright Tailgate Carrier | NOMAD
Brand: Thule
SKU: COBTHA52-BK-OS
Price: 399.95 CAD
Availability: InStock

$399.95

Secure, no-frame-contact truck-bed bike rack installs easily on pickup tailgates; fits 20–29" wheels, tires up to 5" wide.

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Ships from Guelph, Ontario

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Best For

Pickup truck owners needing a secure, no-frame-contact bike carrier with easy, no-drill installation.

Why We'd Choose It

Choose the Insta-Gater Pro for its unique wheel-clamping design that protects bike frames, its compatibility with a wide range of bike sizes and tire widths, and its straightforward, no-drill installation combined with integrated locking security.

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Product facts

Use: Bike transport for pickup trucks
Key feature: No-frame-contact wheel clamping secures bikes by the wheel

Product Story

Product details

Overview

The Thule Insta-Gater Pro is designed for riders seeking a fast and secure way to transport a bike inside a pickup truck bed without frame contact. It mounts on the tailgate seam and holds the bike upright, ensuring stability during transport.

No-frame-contact wheel hold

This rack uses a ratcheting arm to clamp the bike by the wheel instead of the frame, making it ideal for carbon frames and premium finishes. Loading is simple: roll the bike in, place the wheel in the cradle, and ratchet the arm down to secure.

Fits a wide range of bikes

The wheel cradle accommodates 20–29" wheels and tires up to 5" wide, supporting road, gravel, trail, downhill, and fat bikes.

Easy installation and security

The rack installs on pickup tailgates with no drilling or bolting required. It includes Thule’s One-Key System lock to secure the bike to the rack, and the rack itself can be locked to the vehicle for theft deterrence.