Yakima Zip Strip Style Cradles Fit to Replace Older Chain Style Straps

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I have an older Yakima hitch mounted bike rack with the chain straps. Do you know if its possible to swap out the cradle and straps for one with the zip straps? Thank you!

asked by: Barbara H

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Yakima Replacement SuperCush Anti-Sway Cradle and ZipStrips for Yakima Hanging-Style Bike Racks # 8880598 and # 8880597 have an inner diameter of 1-5/16 inches. If your current cradles have that same inner diameter then you will be able to simply swap them out.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 10

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Answer 12

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Yakima Zip Strip Style Cradles Fit to Replace Older Chain Style Straps

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