ThulePassage - 3 Bike Strap Rack + Cradles
Item # THU0288
Passage - 3 Bike Strap Rack + Cradles
You don’t need a truck or an empty SUV to transport your mountain bikes to the trailhead when you have the Thule Passage 3 Bike Strap Rack. Six adjustable nylon straps hold the rack in place; vinyl-coated buckles at the end of the straps hold the carrier firmly to your car without scratching your paint. Thule’s patented FitDial gets the fit just right for maximum security.
- Trunk or hatch mounted rack that carries up to three bikes
- Narrowly-spaced cradle arms fit a wide range of bike frames
- Works with full-size bikes and small children's bikes
- SoftCushion pads protect your vehicle from damage
- Padded rubber cradles cushion the bike frame and hold it securely
- Arms fold down and out of the way when not in use
What do you think about this product?
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July 10, 2014
Mediocre product (you get what you pay)
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
Pros: - Easy to install and use. - Would fit mostly any car (worked with my Mazda 3 HB, 2014) - Price Cons: - Couldn't mount my mountain bike (specialized crave 17") - The parts that attach to the trunk DO NOT have rubber/plastic coating and left scratches Ended up returning it. Will update the post after I get a different rack
Shahar S.
May 22, 2014
Good bike rack, great for the price
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
The best part about this rack is that it is thule and surprisingly cheap! I just drove from NJ to CO in a very roundabout route and still have all three bikes I started the journey with. It is super light but shockingly strong. One of the bikes I was transporting is an older specialized BigHit DH and is a very solidly built bike. There are a few negatives though. I found that it rubs on the top of my rear hatch so maybe some padding under the straps will help. Also the placement/spacing of the bikes is very important but can shift slightly on extended road trips. It should also fit fairly universally but check the thule approved applications and if you can test fit it before buying/using.
mikeszmaida
May 12, 2014
will this rack fit on a 2014 Honda CRV??
will this rack fit on a 2014 Honda CRV??
bmenasco
April 24, 2014
Does anyone have any suggestions on security?...
Does anyone have any suggestions on security? I purchased the passive lock with the rack. About to go cross country and then some. Any advice would be helpful. I will also try to give some feedback in a few weeks.
mikeszmaida
Wayne Christoffersen
April 25, 2014
Hey Mike, These kinds of racks have the least amount of security compared to the rest. Its a nice start with the passive lock to keep the rack to your car, next you will need a cable lock to keep your bike to your rack. Also, maybe a rough looking dog to keep bike thieves at bay.
mikeszmaida
April 27, 2014
Thanks Wayne I was definitely intending to use some chain locks to keep the bikes on the rack as well. If you have any other tips, please I'm all ears!
January 29, 2014
Easy to use
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
Had this rack for awhile now and it works great. Easy to use takes no time to put on the back of our car.
Jesse
January 4, 2014
Fits Great
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
The THULE fit guide says this will not fit on a 2010 Mercedes Benz GLK class....but fits great without putting strain on the spoiler.
Garrett Fincke
November 26, 2013
It works
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
Fits both a 2013 Prius and 2005 Subaru Outback fairly well - the lower straps don't really seem to accomplish anything, but I haven't had any issues with the rack seeming loose. I can only fit 2 bikes on the rack without removing front tires, but I'm convinced that all racks are that way and generally buy a rack that "fits" one more bike than I actually want to transport. Bikes with a vertical rear shock fit well on the rack, but anything else is a little tricky. Specialized bikes are just a goddamn nightmare, but in my experience that's not the rack's fault. Bikes tires tend to stick out from the profile of the car, not enough to worry about taking up two lanes, but it does kill gas mileage. I think the hit is less than a top rack would be, but it's about a 25 - 30% loss on the prius.
Gregory T.
July 26, 2013
will this fit a 2008 Santa Fe Hyundai
will this fit a 2008 Santa Fe Hyundai
Rebecca L.
Lexi Dowdall
July 26, 2013
Hello - thanks for the question. I used the Thule Fit Guide (http://www.thule.com/fitguide/default.aspx?language=en-us&market=us) to check for compatibility here. This Passage 3 Bike Rack was listed on the compatible options produced by this search. (This was for a Santa Fe, not a Santa Fe Sport model, so you may need to double check depending on which model you own). If you need more info or have additional questions don't hesitate to give our Gearheads a call or use our LIVEchat feature.
April 15, 2013
Does it fit to 2003 mercedes Benz ML...
Does it fit to 2003 mercedes Benz ML 320?
christopher yankiling
Wally Phillips
April 16, 2013
Hey christopher yankiling, I checked with Thule and it doesn't look like the Thule Passage 3 will fit on your 2003 Mercedes Benz ML 320. It would be best to go with a roof option for a bike rack on that particular vehicle. Please visit the following website to look up your vehicle to see which bike racks are compatible: http://www.thule.com/fitguide/default.aspx?Language=en-US&Market=US
April 6, 2013
Will this mount on the trunk of a 1994...
Will this mount on the trunk of a 1994 Buick LeSabre?
John W Bray
January 17, 2013
will this rack fit a Lexus 450h?
will this rack fit a Lexus 450h?
Stephen Ames
Maggie Lloyd
February 2, 2013
Hello, Will this rack fit a Honda CRV 2005 Model.
December 16, 2012
will this rack fit a 2012 mazda CX9 please...
will this rack fit a 2012 mazda CX9 please ? Thanks
Kinetic
September 6, 2012
Excellent Purchase
Backcountry answered my questions straight away which lead to my purchasing this product. We tried it out straight away and with a little adjusting, worked brilliantly. Great service and price, excellent product. Very happy customer.
David W.
August 22, 2012
will this thule passage 3 bike strap rack...
will this thule passage 3 bike strap rack w/cradles fit a chevy equinox lt with a spoiler? jimi castine
jimi castine
June 23, 2012
Will this fit a ford explorer or it it...
Will this fit a ford explorer or it it just for a car?
Angelia Gregory
Wally Phillips
June 25, 2012
Hey Angelia Gregory, Thanks for the question. I did some checking on the Thule Passage 3 Bike Strap Rack w/Cradles and I did see that it will fit on the back of the more modern Ford Explorers. I did the check for the model years between 2005 and 2012 so if you have one that is older, go to www.thule.com and use their fit guide to find out if the Passage 3 fits on any models older than 2005.
May 13, 2012
Is this a better or mre secure option than...
Is this a better or mre secure option than a platform or the hitch mounted version for a car?
Rich O.
March 22, 2012
Will it fit an Audi Q5. It is more of a...
Will it fit an Audi Q5. It is more of a hatchback instead of a trunk/sedan style? Is there another model or brand that would fit better?
Blake Peterson
Dave Marcus
March 22, 2012
It will fit your Q5 without issue. You'll just have to change the angle of the feet and arrange the straps differently than you would on a car with a trunk.
September 25, 2011
will this rack fit on a 2004 volov xc90?...
will this rack fit on a 2004 volov xc90? I don't have a hich nor do I want to do a top rack.
Karen Juska
April 12, 2011
IS Thule Passage 3 Bike Strap Rack w/Cradles...
IS Thule Passage 3 Bike Strap Rack w/Cradles can be used for any Hatchback car ?
Karl
Diane
April 14, 2011
I on't see why not. We use ours on our Hyundai accent hatchback
July 27, 2010
Hello, my name is Mark,I'm wondering if...
Hello, my name is Mark,I'm wondering if this bike rack will work on a mini cooper ?
Mark Macias
Wayne Christoffersen
May 12, 2014
Hey Bmenasco, Thule does not have a rear mount listed as being compatible. If you have a hitch installed I think that is your best option.