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Thule 669 Mountaineer Cargo Roof Box Video

by rackdawg on October 1, 2009

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Thule 669 Mountaineer ES cargo roof box

Carry skis, snowboards, luggage, tent, sleeping bags and other camping equipment on top of your car and free up all that space inside the vehicle for stuff like dogs and crying kids! You can carry it all with the Thule 669ES Mountaineer ES cargo carrier roof box. Part of Thule Racks Time Travel series of roof boxes, the Mountaineer ES sports a nice classic look, mounts to any factory racks (and also Thule, Inno, Yakima roof rack crossbars etc.), and fully protects and keeps dry all your precious cargo. Thule locks are also included for locking everything inside the roof box.

Thule 669ES Mountaineer luggage box video

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Thule Racks 682 SideKick Cargo Roof Box Video

by rackdawg on October 1, 2009

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Thule 682 SideKick luggage box

Get to know this jolly lil’ fella by watching the Thule 682 SideKick cargo box video. This car rack mounting luggage cargor carrier attaches to most factory rack crossbars as well as to any cross bars on Thule, Yakima and inno roof rack systems. Looking to keep all your gear dry and protected from Mother nature’s nasty side, the SideKick can help you out in that department too. With 8 cubic feet of cargo capacity you’ll have room enough for 2 golf bags or all your grocery and shopping bags. And of course its great for classic roof box uses such as hauling luggage, camping equipment, sports gear and more.

Thule 682 SideKick box video

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Video of Thule 598 Criterium Bike Rack

by rackdawg on September 30, 2009

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Thule Racks 598 Criterium upright mount bicycle carrier

Considered by many to be the perfect bicycle rack, the Thule 598 Criterium bike rack accomplishes the previously impossible feat of combining beautiful design styling with incredibly easy to use functionality. The perfectly contoured bike tray lines and sleek clamping arm make the Thule 598 Criterium a perfect match for any modern make and model of vehicle. Attaches directly to Thule and Inno Racks square cross bars as well as Yakima round crossbars. Also mounts to the Thule Rapid Aero bars and Thule Xsporter truck rack using the Thule Xadapt8 kit. Connects to factory racks when used on the Thule 532 Ride-On factory rack adapter kit. Compatible with virtually all styles, sizes and shapes of bicycles. Fits any bike tire width up to really fat 2.6 inch tires, so it fits kids bikes and adult bikes alike.

Thule 598 Criterium bike rack video

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Yakima LandShark Saddles Kayak Rack Video

by rackdawg on September 30, 2009

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Yakima LandShark kayak rack saddles

Do you think you should be able to load and unload your kayak and transport it completely worry free? We agree, and we’ve put together a snappy video of just the perfect choice for a solid and affordable kayak carrier, the Yakima LandShark kayak rack. These aren’t cheap kayak foam blocks, no siree, this setup includes 4 kayak saddles that securely grip and conform to fit any kayak hull size, shape or style. The Yakima LandShark mounts directly to Yakima Racks round bars and Thule Racks and Inno Racks square crossbars. The Land Shark cradles will also mount to any factory racks when used in combination with two sets of Yakima Universal MightyMounts or Yakima Horizontal Mighty Mounts adapters. Use with a pair of load straps.

Yakima LandShark kayak rack video

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Thule 690XT MOAB Basket Video

by rackdawg on September 30, 2009

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Thule MOAB 690XT roof basket

If you are interested in an all-purpose car roof mount cargo carrier for hauling all kinds of gear including luggage,  camping equipment, vacation gear, sports equipment or even a baby stroller or baby jogger, you’ll definitely want to check out this video featuring the Thule 690XT MOAB roof basket. Fits all sizes of vehicles and mounts directly to factory racks as well as Thule, Inno and Yakima roof rack system crossbars. The optional Thule 691XT MOAB basket extension is great for lengthening the basket and adding more cargo carrying space. Also includes a pair of Thule square load bars that attach to the basket so you can mount all kinds of other gear carriers to the 690XT M.O.A.B basket itself.

Thule 690XT MOAB basket video

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Yakima LoadWarrior basket

Yakima MegaWarrior basket

Check out this video for all the information you need about the coolest way to carry all kinds of cargo and luggage gear on your car roof top. The Yakima Racks MegaWarrior basket is a perfect fit for large vehicles such as SUVs, Vans, double cab pickup trucks and large station wagons. The smaller Yakima LoadWarrior basket is a great fit for 2 door / coupe cars, sedans and smaller wagons. Versatility is the name of the game with roof baskets. Throw whatever intothe basket and then secure everything using the cargo basket net. Extensions are also available to increase the length and storage capacity of the gear baskets. Crossbars are also integrated onto the Mega Warrior and Load Warrior baskets so you can attach gear carriers to the crossbars. The baskets are universally compatible with Yakima, Inno and Thule load bars as well as most factory roof rack cross bars.

Yakima LoadWarrior and MegaWarrior baskets video

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Yakima ShowBoat Roller Video

by rackdawg on September 29, 2009

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Yakima Racks Showboat Roller

After one use the Yakima Showboat roller lift assist device will quickly become your new best friend. Forget about ever stressing over whether you’ll have enough energy left after a long paddle to get your canoe or kayak back up on top of your car. The Yakima Showboat makes it effortless for one person to load and unload kayaks and canoes (and other long, heavy items such as ladders). The Yakima Showboat kayak-canoe roller mounts to virtually all factory rack crossbars as well as any after-market car  rack cross bars including Yakima, Inno, Thule etc. The Show Boat roller extends over the rear of the vehicle to both protect the car and also make it easy to place th front of the boat onto the roller. Then simply roll the canoe or kayak into position on whichever canoe or kayak carrier you are using on your roof rack. When finished, simply slide the Roller back into its stored position.

Yakima 8004040 ShowBoat Roller video

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Comparison Video Featuring Platform Hitch Bike Racks

by rackdawg on September 22, 2009

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all platform style hitch bike racks

Comparison video featuring platform-style hitch bike racks (the type that allows you to place the entire bike onto a bike tray and then ratchet down an arm to secure the bicycle in place). Manufacturers include Saris Bike Racks, SportRack Bike Racks, Yakima Racks and Thule Racks. Models include: Yakima HoldUp, Thule 916 T2 / 917 T2, Saris Thelma 3, / Thelma 2, Thule 990 DoubleTrack, Yakima Stickup, SportRack 4 EZ A30902 and SportRack 2 EZ A30901.

Platform Hitch Bike Racks Comparison Video

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all upright style hitch mount bike racks

Comparison video featuring upright-style hitch bike racks (the style that has a vertical mast and arm that stick out to hang the bikes on). Manufacturers include Saris Bike Racks, Inno Racks, Yakima Racks and Thule Racks. Models include: Thule 964 Revolver, Yakima SwingDaddy, Inno INH302 / INH301, Thule 954 Ridgeway, Thule Helium 971 / 970, Saris T Bones 812 / 813, Thule RoadWay 915 / 914 / 912 and Yakima DoubleDown 5 / 4 / 2.

Upright-Style Hitch Bike Rack Comparison Video

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Thule 688XT / 688BXT Atlantis 2100 Roof Boxes Video

by rackdawg on September 19, 2009

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Thule 688XT Atlantis 2100 Roof Box

Thule 688BXT Atlantis 2100 Roof Box

The Thule Racks 688XT / 688BXT Atlantis 1200 luggage roof boxes are part of the premium Thule Atlantis cargo box series.  Loaded with features for easy installation, convenient use, long lasting durability and stunning good looks. The Atlantis 2100 is the largest cargo box offered and provides a huge amount of space for all kinds of luggage, gear and equipment. Ideally sized for wagons, SUV’s, crew cab pickup trucks and more.  Universally compatible with factory racks as well as base car rack system crossbars from Thule, Inno, Yakima etc.

Thule 688XT / 688BXT Atlantis 2100 cargo box video

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Thule 605 Ascent 1700 Cargo Roof Box Video

September 19, 2009

Thule 605 Ascent 1700 Roof Box
The Thule Racks 605 Ascent 1700 cargo carrier is the largest of the Thule Ascent series of cargoboxes. Ideally sized to fit a wide range of vehicles.  As a mid-level priced roof box, this 605 Ascent combines affordability with plenty of features found on more expensive roof boxes.  Offers a huge amount [...]

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Thule 685XT / 685BXT Atlantis 1200 XT Cargo Roof Box Video

September 19, 2009

Thule 685XT Atlantis 1200 Roof Box
Thule 685BXT Atlantis 1200 Roof Box
The Thule Racks 685XT / 685BXT Atlantis 1200 roof boxes are part of the premium Thule Atlantis cargo box series.  Loaded with features for easy installation, convenient use, long lasting durability and stunning good looks. The narrow dimensions of this cargo carrier make it ideal for skis, snowboards and [...]

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Thule 668ES Frontier ES Cargo Roof Box Video

September 19, 2009

Thule 668ES Frontier ES Cargo Roof Box
The Thule Racks 668ES Frontier ES roof box belongs to the Thule Time Travel series of cargo boxes. A very affordable option with classic styling and a straight-forward practical design. Due to it’s long slim dimensions it is great for skis, snowboards and other long items and also takes [...]

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Thule 684 Terrapin Hitch Cargo Box Video

September 19, 2009

Thule 684 Terrapin Hitch Mount Cargo-Luggage Box
Thule 684 Terrapin hitch mount luggage-cargo box video. Demonstrates the features of this 2″ receiver hitch mount cargo box. Swing-away access for complete access to the rear of the vehicle. A more convenient option than roof mount cargo boxes because cargo luggage gear is accessible at a much more [...]

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