Final week, I had the privilege of attending the Thule Expertise. This multi-day occasion concerned a tour of the model’s design and innovation heart, manufacturing unit, and check facility in Hillerstorp, Sweden (extra on that in one other article), in addition to a go to to its headquarters within the port metropolis of Malmö, Sweden. Whereas in Malmö, the Thule Expertise (THEX) introduced collectively members of the press, patrons, and the model’s workers for a really one-of-a-kind occasion. Thule pulled out all of the stops, beginning with a trend show-esque, runway-style product demonstration that includes lots of the model’s well-known sports activities ambassadors. This was adopted by mingling, drinks, snacks, and even a efficiency of “I Love It” by the Swedish pop duo, Icona Pop. It bordered on being excessive, nevertheless it was truthfully fairly freaking superior.
The next day, we reconvened on the venue to take a better have a look at what Thule has in retailer for Spring 2026. All the newest merchandise had been on show, permitting us to take extra pictures and acquire a little bit hands-on expertise with the gear. I additionally had the chance to talk with designers, product managers, and testers to realize a bit extra perception into the model’s newest merchandise. Along with the Thule Vero bike rack that we lately noticed at SEMA and reported on simply the opposite day, right here’s among the cool new stuff that Thule shall be providing subsequent 12 months.
Bike Racks
Thule has been one of many main gamers within the bike rack marketplace for many years, and it goals to keep up that place with its newest fashions. The model has just about each type of rack coated, catering to the wants of just about each rider. Whether or not you’re an residence dweller with restricted cupboard space, an e-bike rider, or a mountain bike shuttler, Thule’s lineup features a rack designed to fit your wants.
Most of Thule’s bike rack lineup is new within the final 12 months or two and already accessible. The Revert vertical hitch rack got here out final 12 months and is available in each 4 and 6-bike variations, has a 55-pound per bike weight restrict, and has damper-assisted tilt each up and down. On the different finish of the spectrum, the Thule Epos is designed to occupy as little cupboard space as doable whereas nonetheless accommodating any bike you personal. It folds in half for storage, but it may well deal with bikes weighing as much as 75 kilos every, together with a novel 3-point attachment system that works with any bike. After all, the Thule Verse got here out earlier this 12 months and is among the most user-friendly tray-style racks available on the market.
The massive information for spring ‘26 is the all-new Thule Vero. This rack primarily combines the tray-style of the Verse with the attachment-style and better, e-bike-friendly weight restrict of the Epos. It may carry bikes as much as 80 kilos every, is suitable with a loading ramp, and secures the bikes with three factors of contact. It folds flat in opposition to the car to cut back its profile when not in use, and it comes with transport wheels to maneuver it round off your automobile.
Thule additionally had a brand new swing-away attachment on show, though they mentioned it most likely gained’t be accessible on the market till the autumn of subsequent 12 months. I used to be advised that it has a 300-pound weight restrict and it is going to be supplied in each proper and left swing choices. It gave the impression to be very sturdy, with a big deal with making it simple to function.
Final however actually not least, Thule made a motorcycle rack for bikes. A motorcycle bike rack? I’ve seen DIY variations just like this for years, however that is an engineered, examined, and polished-looking rack that may clearly be mounted on the again of a cargo bike and presumably motorized bikes as nicely. It’s primarily an extra-long platform with two fork-mount bike racks hooked up to it. On the show bike, the entrance wheels are mounted up entrance, nevertheless it appears there’s potential to suit them between the bikes as nicely. Both means, fairly nifty for the proper rider.
Panniers and Gear Luggage
Considered one of my favourite issues on the Thule present was the brand new InLock Pannier System. With the InLock panniers, Thule got down to create a spread of luggage which can be each fashionable and practical, each on the bike and off. How are they any totally different than different panniers? Thule eliminated the entire {hardware} from the luggage themselves, so they’re comfy to hold, with no exhausting elements in opposition to the physique. Principally, a material sleeve on the bag slides over the InLock bracket on the rack, which then locks into place. The system was very fast and straightforward to make use of, and instantly had me questioning why panniers like this don’t exist already.
The opposite advantage of the InLock system is that the entire baggage seem like on a regular basis baggage — they’ve tremendous clear traces, stable colorways, Scandinavian aesthetics, and high quality weatherproof constructions. The vary of luggage seems to be well-developed and covers all of the bases, from roll-tops and totes to backpacks and cavernous cargo compartments.
One of many different baggage that actually caught my eye was the brand new RoundTrip MTB Duffel. This new gear bag is meant to enhance the prevailing RoundTrip Duffel, which is arguably a greater match for carrying highway or gravel gear. I imagine it’s roughly related in quantity at ~55 liters, however the MTB model adjustments the storage method with an open foremost compartment with modular panels inside that will let you customise the house. A number of massive exterior pockets are lined for moist gear, and one even folds out right into a mat to face on whereas altering. The most effective half: the semi-rigid, structured opening really stays open, so it’s simple to entry your gear.
For many who love organized gear, Thule can be making a brand new lineup they’re calling the Chasm Gear Haulers. These baggage have semi-rigid bottoms and are made out of sturdy supplies, with varied sizes of totes and kit cubes to select from. The storage compartments are additionally modular, so you may dial them in for no matter gear you’re throwing in there.
Thule additionally makes a robust case for the most effective bike journey bag available on the market with the RoundTrip MTB Bike journey case. This bag is already accessible, nevertheless it was on show on the present. It matches bikes with wheelbases as much as 1,300 mm, has a well-designed structure and padding, and it folds all the way down to nearly nothing for storage. I feel probably the most spectacular characteristic might be the bike tray, which converts into a piece stand for meeting/disassembly or upkeep when you’re touring.
Trailers and Child Haulers
Exhibiting off Thule’s new Reacha cargo trailer had been two of the world’s greatest huge wave surfers. Garrett McNamara and Justine Dupont (each starring within the 100-Foot Wave Docuseries) had been readily available to show its functionality. This new trailer can clearly carry a surfboard, however it may well additionally carry a wide range of different gadgets and rapidly and simply convert between pulling it by bike and pulling it by hand. With good vast tires, it seems to be like an superior choice for getting your gear to and from the seaside or different out of doors adventures.
Thule’s Chariot stroller/trailers proceed to be among the hottest available on the market for good motive. Versatility is among the major components, as they will rapidly and simply convert between a motorcycle trailer and a strolling/jogging stroller. I don’t imagine that Thule was displaying any new Chariots on the present, however a Chariot accent positively caught my eye. This mini bike rack mounts to the highest of the trailer, so you may carry alongside your kiddo’s stability bike wherever you go. I don’t have any youngsters, however my pals who do appear fairly darn enthusiastic about it. It seems to be fairly boss, if nothing else.
Thule’s Yepp youngsters’ seats have been dominating the bike seat marketplace for years. The most recent model, often called the Nexxt 2, isn’t new for spring 2026, nevertheless it seems to nonetheless be setting the usual for youngster consolation, security, and integration with varied bike setups. And should you’ve ever referred to your pet as a “fur child”, you could be on this small pet service, which may match smaller animals and be mounted on entrance or rear cargo racks.
Roof Prime Tents
For the automobile campers amongst us, Thule is including a model new rooftop tent to its lineup and updating two of its present fashions. The brand new Widesky has a hardshell design and a critical emphasis on user-friendliness. This all-new mannequin elevates the convenience of setup and breakdown to an entire new degree. All you need to do is unbuckle two buckles, give it a nudge, and it opens by itself. It’s equally simple to shut with a light-weight pull on a strap. You don’t even must tuck in any material.
Thule’s soft-shell rooftop tents additionally acquired updates. The Foothill 2 is the compact model that folds in half, occupying solely half of the roof, leaving loads of room for extra toys or cargo. The Method 2 is the full-size choice, inserting a higher emphasis on house and luxury. Thule was additionally displaying off a zip-on cover and partitions to increase the Method 2’s coated house all the way down to the bottom. The accent ecosystem and integration was fairly spectacular.
Coming Quickly
There was fairly a bit extra to see on the present than what I’ve listed right here. Thule had its full lineup of strollers, baggage, daypacks, campervan canopies, cargo bins, and extra on show. One factor was abundantly clear: Thule makes nearly the whole lot to assist your energetic life-style so you may “carry your life” — which additionally occurs to be the model’s newest slogan.
Practically the entire merchandise talked about above are scheduled to be launched subsequent spring, and I imagine we will count on to see them displaying up on the Thule web site and retailer cabinets between late January and March. I’m hoping to get my fingers on a number of issues for testing — I’m you MTB Duffel, InLock Panniers, and Vero bike rack — so make sure to verify again for some opinions over the following couple of months.