Will Thule T3 Bike Carrier Cradle 853-5829 Fit Thule Helium 3 Carrier

Updated 05/31/2016 | Published 05/27/2016

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Question:

Will the T3 cradle fit my Thule Helium 3 bike 971 xt rack, i.e. are the tubes 1inch diameter?

asked by: Stewart

Expert Reply:

Thule part # 853-7605 is the correct replacement Cradle Main Body for their Helium bike carrier; it works along with mating strap # 752-0947-001. The T3 rack replacement cradle # 853-5829 and the mating strap # 753-3535 will not fit on the rack as the tubing on the Helium is 1-1/2-inches in diameter. I confirmed this with my contact at Thule.

expert reply by: Adam R