For years, Thule's ProRide 591 roof rack has been a market leader for those wanting to drive with their bike on the roof with the wheels on. We just got our hands on the yet-to-be-released ProRide 598 – a progression on the original 591's design. Details of this new rack's arrival are currently scarce, with the official launch quoted for 2016 according to Thule's website.
At first glance, the ProRide 598 is extremely similar to the continuing 591 (and 598 Criterium for those in the US). The frame-holding arm with its easily accessed tightening knob remains, as do the two ratcheting wheel straps. And that's all still on top of a one-piece alloy beam. Like the 591, it's a rack that's designed not to discriminate against cycling disciplines, and isn't affected by wheel axle standards or disc-brake placement.
However, take a closer look and some subtle changes start to make themselves clear. First, installation onto a wide variety of crossbars is now far simpler and tool-free. Even switching the rack from left to right placement on the car needs no tools.
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Something that should ease the loading process is the raised lower jaw on the frame holding clamp. This is done so to hook over the frame while you tighten the bike in place. It's said to offer a more stable hold at speed too.
This one is tough to explain, so here's a photo
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