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These Rapid Podium feet let you install Thule crossbars on your vehicle that has integrated fixed points, flush railings, T-tracks, or custom install rack attachment points.
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Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (303 Customer Reviews)
These Rapid Podium feet let you install Thule crossbars on your vehicle that has integrated fixed points, flush railings, T-tracks, or custom install rack attachment points.I also required the Thule Fit Kit #3101 for use of the Rapid Podium Feet (or risers). I used both to mount my Thule crossbars and FHG74ZR basket over my Retrax Tonneau cover. All went on my 2022 Ford Maverick XLT, FX4 with factory tow package. All good except that the clips that come with the Thule 3101 Fit Kit are harder to confirm correct placement in Retrax tonneau cover slots than I expected. Tested at 70 mph for ~ 60 miles. Good so far. 1,700 Mike trip soon. Expecting best, ready if not. See pic.
We have had our roof basket for one year now. It serves our purpose well. We can fit large camping chairs, our folding table, and dog beds in it. The cargo net we purchased separately holds everything securely. The basket removes easily & we hang it on our garage wall.
These Thule racks worked great. There were some challenges in the Thule directions referring to parts that were actually from another kit, but the etrailer videos helped clear things up.
53” Thule bars fit our 2021 RAV4 Hybrid! Most people appear to be using 47” bars for the 2021 RAV4 with flush roof rails, but that’s smaller than I wanted. I sometimes carry a sheet of plywood, or a kayak plus a cargo box, and wanted a wider rack for that. I had heard that upsizing to the 53” bar was potentially not possible because the mounting slots on the bottom of the bar may not accommodate the rail locations relative to the bar length. etrailer helped me out with some dimensions, so I bought the 53” bar knowing it would be close. There is only about a quarter inch of play on either side on the rear bar, but it fit (the front bar had more play, since the towers are a bit further apart at the front).
I’m SO happy with the result! Now I can carry what I want on the rack, and have room to spare! It looks pretty good too!
I’ve had my Thule roof rack for a year. It’s sturdy and easily handles two kayaks. Love it!
This product was a replacement to use with my Thule Crossbars that I had with my previous car. I'm glad I researched to find out what will work for my new car. The installation was easy and the Podium Feet fit well with my crossbars. Thank you for your help etrailer.com!
The Thule Rack was very good as expected from Thule. I spoke to customer service at etrailer a couple of times and they were exceptionally helpful helping me figure out what I needed to purchase. Unfortunately things fell apart with the etrailer shipping department. The web page indicated I should expect my delivery the following week so I could have it before the weekend but for some reason the order did not even ship out before the next weekend so I didnt have it when I needed it. Next time I may consider ordering from somebody else if I need it quickly
The Thule podiums are a great design. Super easy to install, and with the fit-kit, they are very secure.
etrailer is simply the best in terms of advice and products. After trying unsuccessfully via the Thule site and multiple forums to figure out what parts I needed for a Thule mounting system (switching it to a new car), I contacted etrailer and they responded quickly and accurately with two sets of mounting brackets that were needed. Could not have done it without them.
Very smooth process, told them what I needed and it was on my stoop a few days later,
Thule is the only premier cargo accessory manufacture in the industry. The design, manufacturing and quality of their products is world class. We currently own two German SUVs that are used regularly for a wide array of outdoor sports and refuse to outfit our vehicles with any other brand of equipment. This particular system was very easy to install when following manufacturers installation instructions and recommendations.
Great fixed point solution, easy to integrate with bars and fit kit.
Items arrived later than expected despite cancelling an month long order due to waiting stock on a different set up that was in stock. Once it arrived the box was all torn up and the person that delivered it just dropped it in the garage with the boxes spilling out of the bigger box. Love Thule products, etailer and the shipping supplier not so much,
Bought the Thule AeroBlade and all the fittings recommended by etrailer earlier this summer. Everything fits perfect, was easy to install, and looks really great on the car.
just wished I went for the aero bars, racks hum,,
A bit pricy but it's a really good system. Went on easy and hauled my bike and kayak well. My only gripe is that for this price it should come with locks.
The product fit really well but the instructions were horrible. You should expect to spend some time figuring it out.
Jason
12/1/2020
Its easy to load and unload, but the wind noise can be unbearable at times, even without a bike on it.
I spoke with Nicole and explained I had a set of older Thule square bars and needed feet to attached to my 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I provided her with the model number of my bars, and she identified the Rapid Podium feet and fit kit. She placed the order for me and provided status updates on the shipping.
Bars & new podium feet install on Jeep rails as advertised.
Great experience. I would buy from etrailer.com again!
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Limited Edition..
Easiest rack I've ever installed. Instructions were clear and easy to understand. The rack looks amazing. Definitely an upgrade from my previous ones.
I would give the WingBar Evos 5 stars wish more accessories were available.
I really appreciate the prompt shipment. I was able to get the roof rack on the car in about an hour. Are used it about two hours later to carry a ladder. It was very sturdy. Instructions were not great. But it was not a complex install either.
These towers are intended to work with the feet from the Thule system- and they do as intended.
The average rating is because of included Thule instructions. The front page of the instructions indicated the instructions were for the Podium feet. Page 2 and beyond were instructions for the cross bar assembly.
Instructions also included a parts list that required some parts that were not included in the box. These parts were included in a separate item from Thule. Upshot is the assembly instructions are not clear, leave the impression that parts are needed that were not included.
Great product, but even better customer service from etrailer.com. Kaylyn went to a lot of effort to help me get what we needed in a very difficult time for availability & logistics
Just installed on 2020 Telluride. They look great. The 3 minute video from etrailer was perfect....though it took me about an hour.
Thule wing bar evo was a breeze to inst all.
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Mark
10/22/2022
A year later and all the parts are still working! Thank you etrailer.com!