by rackdawg on September 29, 2011
Here’s a really solid overview of the Thule 460R Rapid Podium roof rack system, featuring the ultra-sleek and whisper-silent Thule AeroBlade crossbars. The informational video includes an installation of the complete car rack system on rooftop fixed-points for a premium factory rack looking 2011 Honda CR-V roof rack crossbars multi-purpose system. With the system installed you can then connect any roof mount gearcarrier attachments to the AeroBlade load bars. The components used in the 2011 Honda CRV car rack install are the Thule 460R Rapid Podium Foot Pack, Thule 3042 Podium Fit Kit and pair of Thule ARB47 AeroBlade load bars. The 460R Rapid Podium system is Thule Racks most versatile roof rack solution, as it is often used for other configurations such as mounting to flush side rails, roof tracks and certain custom, permanent rack applications. There are many Podium Fit Kits available, each designed for a specific application and particular vehicle year/make/model.
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by rackdawg on September 29, 2011
Here is a nice follow-up instructional video to watch after viewing the Thule 92724 Flat Top / Thule 92725 Flat Top video. This movie features the Thule 92726 Universal Pull Top ski rack-snowboard rack. It is very similar to the Thule 92725, as it also includes the cool new SpeedLink Universal Mounting Clamps, holds up to 6 pr skis or 4 snowboards (and you can carry skis and snowboards at the same time), and includes locks to simultaneously lock the carrier to the car and equipment inside the carrier. Where the 92726 Universal Pull Top ski rack differs is the innovative telescoping cradle arms that will slide out over the side of the car. This makes it super easy to load and unload the snow boards and skiis. Then the arms retract back into the stored position on the rooftop. The video provides a great demonstration of how this works. Fits factory racks, Thule AeroBlade, square and round crossbars, Whispbar, Yakima, Inno etc. After watching both videos you will have a good foundation for making a decision on what ski rack is best for your needs.
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by rackdawg on September 28, 2011
This is a great instructional video for the new Thule 92724 Universal Flat Top ski rack (holds up to two snow boards or 4 pr skis) and Thule 92725 Universal Flat Top ski rack (holds up to four snow boards or six pr skis). The 92724 replaces the older model 91724 and the 92725 replaces the older model 91725. The biggest improvement is the totally advanced Thule SpeedLink Universal Clamp Mounts integrated onto the underside of the ski carriers. Using a wrap-around strap and tension dial, it is effortless to attach the 92725 and 92724 to any roof rack crossbars, including factory rack cross bars, all Thule load bars (including AeroBlade bars, square bars etc.), all Whispbar and Yakima bars, Inno cross bars and so forth. Thule locks and keys are included for locking the rack to the car and the skis and snowboards to the rack.
view all Thule 92725 / 92724 Universal Flat Top ski rack videos
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by rackdawg on September 26, 2011
Awesome instructional video featuring the Thule 450R Rapid CrossRoad roof rack system assembled and installed on a 2008 Volvo XC70 with factory side rails. The components used in this complete all-purpose base rack system configuration are the Thule 450R Rapid CrossRoad Foot Pack and pair of Thule AeroBlade load bars (also, not included but highly recommended by the instructor in the movie is a pack of Thule locks to lock the rack to the vehicle). The AeroBlades are the most advanced cross rails (load bars, cross bars or whatever else they may be called) available on the market today. The silent design ensures a quiet environment free of any noise coming from the roofrack while driving down the highway. The 450R Rapid CrossRoad Foot Pack features super-strength steel straps (encased inside padded rubber) that wrap around any style, shape or size of side rails. Then simply use the hex wrench, that is integrated right into the inside of the end caps, to tighten each strap onto the side rail for a perfectly custom fit. Very easy to switch this system out and place on any other vehicle with side rails as well.
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by rackdawg on September 26, 2011
This is a really good explanatory video of how to assemble and install the Whispbar Through Bar roof rack system on vehicles with factory side rails (in this case it is the Whispbar S18 Through Bar SmartFoot & Crossbars components combined with the Whispbar K328 Fit Kit mounted to factory side rails for a 2008 Volvo XC70 roof rack system). The true value of this demonstration movie is how selecting the Through Bar system, instead of the Whispbar Rail Bar system, you gain the flexibility of choosing longer cross bars — very handy for gear and equipment transport configurations that require attaching many gear carriers, hauling very wide gear loads etc. While the Whispbar Racks Rail Bar car rack system for factory side rails delivers a very clean, factory integrated look due to the cross bars ending flush with the side rails, you are restricted in using that specific length of crossbars on the particular vehicle year/make/model they are mounted to. This could present problems if there isn’t enough space on the crossbars for all the roof mount gear carriers you want to attach or when transporting a couple wide kayaks, canoe and so forth. That’s when going with the Through Bars is the better choice.
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by rackdawg on September 24, 2011
view Whispbar Rail Bar videos page
The Whispbar Racks Rail Bar roof rack system is designed specifically for mounting to vehicles with factory side rails. It differs from the other Whispbar multi-purpose base rack systems, such as the Through Bar, HD Bar and Flush Bar roofrack systems, because it does not require the additional use of a Whispbar Fit Kit to mount to the vehicle. Instead it connects directly to the side rails (hence, it does not cost as much as the other systems either). This Whispbar Rail Bar video provides a solid, in-depth look at the system and even includes an installation of the Whispbar S53 Rail Bar roof rack model on a 2008 Volvo XC90 that has factory side rails. The whisper-quiet aerodynamic cross bars prevent any rack noise (a common problem with other car racks). Also, no other set up results in such a seamless, factory integrated look. Sleek, polished and stunning looking. The crossbars are also universally designed to accept any roof mount gear carriers, regardless of manufacturer. Locks are included. Whispbar is a premium product division of Yakima Racks.
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by rackdawg on September 24, 2011
Being able to choose longer crossbars is very nice for when you plan to mount several gear carriers or transport very wide gear loads etc. With the Whispbar Racks Through Bar and HD Bar systems you have the option to select longer crossbars than what are the default recommendation (usually the shortest allowable length). The process for determining what crossbar length options you have available for your specific automobile is easy. Just open up the Whispbar Fit Kit installation instructions that you need for your specific auto, and refer to the installation measurements chart. You will want the ’1′ and ’2′ measurements for your vehicle under the ‘X’ heading — ’1′ is the measurement of the front cross bar and ’2′ is the measurement of the rear cross bar. Then refer to the Whispbar Racks Though Bar & HD Bar Chart that specifies the crossbar dimension ranges for each specific Through Bar and HD Bar models. If both the ’1′ and ’2′ measurements fall within the crossbar dimension range for a specific model then you can use that Through Bar or HD Bar model and length crossbars. You will see that you can most often select a model that has longer crossbars than the model that was the default recommendation in the Yakima-Whispbar Online Fit Guide tool.
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by rackdawg on September 23, 2011
view Whispbar Roof Rack Systems Comparison video
Just released is this excellent, in-depth comparison review and installation video by ORS Racks Direct, featuring the Whispbar Flush Bar roof rack system, Whispbar Through Bar roof rack system and Whispbar HD Bar roof rack system (the Whispbar Rail Bar option is featured in its own movie because it differs from these other systems due to its design that does not use the SmartFoot – Fit Kit technology). The video also provides a good step-by-step procedure for installing the Whispbar Flush Bar on a car with factory installed fixed rack attachment locations on the roof top (fixed-points). In this case the car is a Subaru Impreza. Also, for visual comparison, a single Whispbar Through Bar is attached to the roof in the front, while the single Flush Bar is on the back of the roof. This effectively allows the movie viewer to compare the looks of both systems on a cartop. Very helpful when trying to decide which product to go with. Also, at the end of the movie there is a great informational section detailing how to determine which length cross bars on the Through Bar and HD Bar systems will work on any specific vehicle model. Having the ability to choose longer cross bars than what are normally recommended is a great way to gain extra crossbar space when carrying lots of gear and equipment. Whispbar roof racks feature superior anti-noise generating technology, are ultra slim and low profile and stunning to set your eyes on.
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Whispbar HD Bar,
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Whispbar roof racks,
Whispbar ThroughBar
by rackdawg on September 22, 2011
view Thule AeroBlade load bars video
Check out this nice and not-so-lengthy official Thule Racks introductory video review of the rad, new Thule AeroBlade load bars, the car rack industry’s most advanced roof rack crossbars that combine total whisper, quiet silence (translate that into a peaceful noise free ride while driving down the highway) and aerofoil shape, low-profile design that maximizes fuel economy. Of course most people will just go for the stunning good looks, they are so fast looking they look like they are ready for lift off! This introductory Thule AeroBlade load bars video review features footage taken of wind-tunnel testing and crash testing, as well as comparative analysis with other leading crossbars models from other car rack manufacturers such as Yakima, Whispbar, Atera and Mont Blanc. Check out this page for complete Thule AeroBlade bars information. They are available in four sizes, ARB43 43 inches length, ARB47 47 inches length, ARB53 53 inches length and ARB60 60 inches length.
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Thule ARB47 AeroBlade,
Thule ARB53 AeroBlade,
Thule ARB60 AeroBlade,
truck cab roof rack,
van roof racks
by rackdawg on June 22, 2010
Thule 460R Rapid Podium roof rack
Using the Thule 3069 Podium Fit Kit, along with the Thule 460R Rapid Podium Foot Pack and pair of Thule Rapid Aero load bars, to install the Thule 460R Rapid Podium car rack system to a 2006 Mazda 3 5-door hatchback, this video delivers a good demonstration and explanation on how to mount a roofrack to a car, van or pickup truck cab roof that has factory installed fixed attachment points. Many modern vehicles have fixed point attachments located on the roof top. These points allow for the installation of an aftermarket multi-purpose base rack system. The Thule Racks 460R Rapid Podium system delivers a superb, clean and premium integrated look when installed. There are many different styles and types of fixed point attachments on the various vehicle makes and models, hence Thule Racks offers many different Podium Fit Kits to fit these specific configurations (the video uses the 3069 Fit Kit on the Mazda 3 as an example).
Thule 460R Rapid Podium video
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by rackdawg on June 21, 2010
Thule 460 Podium roof rack system
An excellent demonstration video and review of the Thule 460 Podium roof rack system, intended for use on vehicles with fixed rack attachment points on the car or pickup truck rooftop. Many vehicles rolling off the factory lines today include these fixed point attachments on the roof top, allowing for an aftermarket roof rack to mount to these points to achieve a nice integrated and clean look. The leading system currently is the Thule 460 Podium complete system, which includes a 460 Podium Foot Pack, set of Podium Fit Kit brackets and a pair of Thule square load bars. There are many different Podium Fit Kit brackets available for use on all the differing styles of fixed point attachments found on different vehicles. In this video the Thule 3069 Podium Fit Kit is used on a 2006 Mazda 3 5-door hatchback. With the base rack installed, you can then mount any gear carriers to the load bars to carry all your gear.
Thule 460 Podium video
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by rackdawg on June 21, 2010
Yakima Control Towers roof rack system
An excellent demonstration video featuring one of the several applications the Yakima Control Tower roof rack system is designed for, in this case used as a complete multi-purpose base rack system for a car with factory installed fixed point attachments located on the vehicle roof top. Video shows how the Yakima Racks LP11 Landing Pads #11 mount to the 2000 Mazda 3 5-door hatchback fixed attachment points. The set of 4 Yakima Control Towers (with the pair of cross bars connected) then quickly attach to the Landing Pads. There are several Yakima Landing Pads available for use with specific vehicles with factory fixed point rack attachment locations. As stated previously, the Yakima Control Towers and Landing Pads are a very versatile solution for multiple types of other applications including mounting to factory tracks (replacing the factory rack), permanently installed roof tracks on cars, pickup truck caps, toppers & camper shells, roof tracks on popup campers etc.
Yakima Control Tower roof rack video
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by rackdawg on June 21, 2010
Yakima Landing Pads
Get a quick refresher on what applications are perfect for using the Yakima Racks Landing Pads. This ORS Racks Direct Yakima Landing Pads video demonstrates how the Landing Pads are used with a set of Yakima Control Towers and a pair of cross bars to formulate a multi-purpose roof rack system that you can then attach any gear carrier to for transporting your surfboards, canoe and kayaks, stand up paddle board, bikes, luggage, ski and snowboards etc. The video explains how there are several different Yakima Landing Pads available for use with specific vehicle roof rack configurations such as factory mount fixed point rack attachment locations, mounting to factory tracks (replacing the factory rack), permanently installed roof tracks on cars, pickup truck caps, toppers & camper shells, roof tracks on popup campers etc.
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by rackdawg on June 19, 2010
Thule 690XT MOAB roof basket
This a good video from ORS Racks Direct to follow along to and learn all there is to know of the Thule 690XT MOAB basket, a general-purpose roof rack basket for carrying any cargo gear, luggage, camping equipment, beach supplies and more. Mounts to any factory racks as well as aftermarket roof racks from Thule, Yakima and Inno using the included set of four universal mounting clamps (lockable using a 4 pack of Thule locks). Includes a front basket fairing for styling, enhanced aerodynamics and protection of basket contents. Great accessories available such as the 692 Cargo Net that stows and secures everything in place during transport. Thule 691XT MOAB basket extension lengthens the basket another 20 inches for even more cargo carrying space. A very innovative feature is the pair of basket load bars that come included. You can attach any gear carriers to these load bars, allowing to transport bikes, kayaks, canoe, surfboards, standup paddleboards and more directly on the 690XT MOAB basket.
Thule 690XT MOAB basket video
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by rackdawg on June 19, 2010
Thule 45050 Crossroad car rack kit
Thule 45058 Crossroad car rack kit
ORS Racks Direct offers another demonstration video, this time featuring the Thule Racks 45050 Crossroad / 45058 Crossroad roof rack kits. Video delivers a good explanation of these multi-purpose base rack systems for use on vehicles with factory side rails and how they are exactly the same as the regular Thule 450 Crossroad car rack system, except that these kits also include a set of Thule locks & keys and a specific length pair of load bars (the regular Thule 450 allows you to choose various cross bars length options). So if you know you want to use the 50 inch load bars, a better value deal is to go with the Thule 45050 kit (and likewise go with the Thule 45058 kit if you want to use 58 inch length crossbars). With the regular 450 Crossroad system you will need to purchase locks separately and the total will cost more than going with the all inclusive kit options.
Thule 45050 / 45058 Crossroad roof racks video
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by rackdawg on June 14, 2010
Inno IN-SU roof rack (black)
Inno IN-SU roof rack (silver)
The Inno IN-SU roof rack video from ORS Racks Direct demonstrates the easy installation process and explains all the features of this multi-purpose base rack system for cars, minivans and pickup truck cabs that have nothing on the roof currently. With the INSU system mounted, it is then possible to attach any Inno gear carriers (and virtually all gear carriers from other car rack companies) directly to the pair of crossbars. The complete system includes a set of Inno Stays, set of Inno K Fit Hooks (specific to your vehicle year, make and model) and pair of cross bars. Also includes a set of Inno locks and keys to lock the roof rack to the vehicle (similar systems from other leading manufacturers require you to purchase locks as an additional expense). Available in both silver and black color options.
Inno IN-SU video
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by rackdawg on June 14, 2010
Inno roof rack wind fairing
This Inno car rack wind fairing video from ORS Racks Direct gives a great demonstration of how user friendly this factory rack wind fairing is. Includes universal mounting hardware, so besides mounting directly to Inno Racks base rack system crossbars and crossbars from Yakima Racks, Thule Racks etc, the Inno wind fairing will mount directly to virtually all factory rack cross bars too. Available in 3 sizes – INA260 small, INA261 medium and INA262 large. Serves double duty as a sleek, modern and aerodynamic finished touch to any roof rack, and also stops any possible wind noise or ‘whistling’, ‘humming’ and such that can sometimes occur with a roof rack system mounted to the top of a vehicle.
Inno Racks wind fairing video
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by rackdawg on June 12, 2010
Malone Universal Cross Bars roof rack
If you’ve tightened the belt on spending these days and are frantically searching for a roof rack system that attaches to vehicle factory raised side rails, providing the cross bars needed for mounting gear carriers to carry your gear like surfboards, stand up paddleboard SUP, bikes, kayaks, canoe, skis and snowboards, luggage etc., you won’t want to waste any time checking out this new ORS Racks Direct video that showcases the Malone Auto Racks Universal Cross Rail roof rack system. The video covers all the features of this product, as well as providing a demonstration of how to install it onto a vehicle with factory raised side rails (the model vehicle in the video is a 2008 Volvo XC90). Mounts to most any standard raised factory side rails, however will not work on super fat diameter side rails such as those found on Nissan XTerra etc. This roof rack is available at a fraction of the cost of other much more expensive options from other leading car rack manufacturers (and the Malone Universal Cross Rails roof rack even includes a set of locks & keys to lock the car rack to the vehicle). FYI, for those that do not know, side rails are the pair of factory bars that run from the front to back of the roof top on the drivers side and passengers side.
Malone Universal Cross Rail System video
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by rackdawg on June 12, 2010
Malone Katahdin roof basket
The Malone MPG311 Katahdin basket delivers what no other roof rack mount cargo luggage basket is able to provide, premium design styling with superior fuel-saving aerodynamics. Looks great on even the latest, high-end, high-performance vehicles. The Malone Katahdin gear basket includes universally mounting hardware so it can attach directly to virtually any factory rack cross bars as well as any aftermarket roof rack cross bars from Malone Racks, Thule, Yakima, Inno Racks and more. Also includes a wind fairing for the front of the basket and a basket cargo net for stowing and securing all the roof basket contents in place. Bomber, heavy-duty, long lasting construction with fully corrosion resistant black powder coat finish. Great for carrying camping equipment, beach gear, luggage and other cargo gear.
Malone Katahdin basket video
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by rackdawg on June 12, 2010
SportRack Sherpa 13 roof bag
The SportRack A21106B Sherpa 13 roof bag is currently the leading cheap roof bag solution available on the market today for carrying cargo gear, luggage, camping equipment, beach supplies and more. A low-cost option for that annual family vacation trip, the SportRack Sherpa 13 car roof top cargo luggage gear gear keeps costs down and within budget, justifying why you decided to vacation road trip instead of forking over the big bucks for plane tickets for the entire family! Offers 13 cu/ft of storage capacity, plenty of room for stowing all the luggage and gear up on the car roof top instead of inside the car. Please note that the SportRack Sherpa roof bag requires a 4-way cross bar roof rack system for attachment, meaning the base rack system must have a pair of cross bars and a pair of raised side-rails on the rooftop (see video for further details). Made of durable heavy-duty materials, with 2-ply water resistant construction and includes a 3-sided zipper for easy access.
SportRack Sherpa roof bag video
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by rackdawg on June 12, 2010
Yakima Q Towers roof rack
If your car or pickup truck cab has nothing on the roof top currently, such as no factory rack or factory side rails, no raingutters / drip rails, no roof tracks, no fixed attachment points etc., most likely your vehicle will require the Yakima Q Towers roof rack system. This multi-purpose base rack system provides the foundation that will then allow for the attachment of any roof mount gear carrriers for transporting, ski & snowboards, bikes, kayaks, canoe, surfboards, stand up paddle boards, luggage and more. Included with the Yakima Q Towers roof rack system are a set of four Yakima Q Towers, two pairs of Yakima Q Clips and a pair of Yakima round cross bars. You will attach the gear carriers to the Q Tower cross bars. This Yakima Q Towers video from ORS Racks Direct explains and demonstrates the features of this system, how to install the Yakima Q Towers and more. Very quick to install with easy-to-follow instructions included, the Q Towers are the leading roof rack base system for vehicles with nothing on the roof top currently. Accessory options such as a 4-pack of Yakima locks & keys (to lock the roof rack to the vehicle) and wind fairing (for design styling and elimination of any possible rack noise or ‘whistling’) are highly recommended.
Yakima Q Towers video
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by rackdawg on June 10, 2010
by rackdawg on June 10, 2010
Yakima DryDock hitch rack
An excellent solution for transporting long equpiment and gear, such as a canoe, extra-long kayaks, rowing shell, lumber, ladders and more, is to mount the Yakima DryDock T-bar hitch mast to any 2 inch trailer hitch receiver combined with a half pack roof rack system used on the front of the vehicle (in this video the Yakima Q Towers Half Pack roof rack is mounted to the pickup truck cab roof). Video includes a demonstration of how the 8002589 Yakima Dry Dock mounts to any 2″ trailer hitch, offers a broad range of height adjustability. Cross bar sold separately to allow for the selection of the cross bar length that suits your needs. The very long items you are hauling, such as canoe, kayaks, ladders, lumber etc., can then span between the front half pack roof rack crossbar and the rear Yakima DryDock crossbar.
Yakima DryDock video
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by rackdawg on May 31, 2010
Thule 480R Rapid Traverse roof rack
Check out this Thule 480R Rapid Traverse roof rack video from the ORS Racks Direct crew. An excellent overall review and demonstration of the features of this revolutionary new multi-purpose base rack system for any vehicles with nothing on the rooftop currently (i.e. no factory rack or factory side rails, no raingutters / drip rails, no roof tracks, no fixed attachment points etc.) A dramatic improvement over the previous Thule 400XTR Rapid Aero system both in ease if installation and superior design styling. The Thule 480R Rapid Traverse delivers a more premium look over the standard Thule 480 Traverse roof rack that uses the regular square Thule cross bars. Instead, the Thule 480R Rapid Traverse system uses the Thule Rapid Aero load bars for a more sleek, aerodynamic and integrated look. Accessory options such as pack of Thule locks (to lock the roof rack to the vehicle) and wind fairing (for design styling and elimination of any possible rack noise or ‘whistling’) are highly recommended.
Thule 480R Rapid Traverse video
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by rackdawg on May 29, 2010
Thule 480 Traverse roof rack system
The Thule 480 Traverse roof rack video from ORS Racks Direct offers an excellent demonstration of this multi-purpose base rack system that fits virtually all cars, vans and pickup trucks that currently have nothing on the roof top (no factory rack or factory side rails, no raingutters, no roof tracks, fix-point attachments etc.) The result of years of extensive design and engineering, the Thule 480 Traverse system is a vast improvement over the previous Thule 400XT Aero roofrack system. Uses half the parts of the 400XT Aero and installs in a fraction of the time. Includes Thule 480 Traverse Foot Pack, Traverse Fit Kit clips (many Fit Kits available, each designed to custom fit specific vehicles) and pair of load bars (varying load bar lengths available). Features sleek, aerodydnamic and modern styling that delivers a slick integrated look on all styles of vehicles. Any Thule gear carriers (as well as gear carriers from other car rack makers) will mount directly to the Thule square load bars.
Thule 480 Traverse video
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by rackdawg on May 27, 2010
Yakima QuickBack 3 bike trunk rack
Yakima QuickBack 2 bike trunk rack
This Yakima QuickBack trunk mount bike rack video from ORS Racks Direct provides a good demonstration of the features of the 8002622 Yakima Quickback 3 (for 3 bikes) and the 8002621 Yakima QuickBack 2 (for 2 bikes). Phenomenal technical innovation by Yakima Racks has resulted in a trunk bike rack that combines heavy-duty and rock solid construction, custom fit for all styles of vehicles (even cars with rear spoilers), lightning quick installation and bicycle loading. All this is integrated into a revolutionary new trunk bike rack design with premium modern styling. Also includes the Yakima Security Strap to prevent the QuickBack from being stolen of the car.
Yakima QuickBack trunk bike rack video
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by rackdawg on May 27, 2010
Thule 822XT Bed Rider truckbed bike rack
This video from ORS Racks Direct features the newly redesigned Thule 88XT Bed Rider pickup truck bed bike rack for carrying two bicycles (for transporting additional bikes purchase a Thule BR1 Fork Block Add-On accessory that mounts onto the Thule 822XT Bed Rider bar. )Very easy to install, the 822XT quickly telescopes and adjusts to fit any size pickup truck bed. Each fork block mount includes a premium Thule locking quick release skewer that makes it super quick to load your bicycle. Locks included for locking the bikes to the rack and the 822XT Bed Rider itself to the pickup truck.
Thule 822XT Bed Rider video
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by rackdawg on May 27, 2010
by rackdawg on May 26, 2010
Thule 997 GoalPost hitch rack
Looking for a superb vehicle rack solution for transporting very long gear and equipment such as ladders, lumber, canoe, very long kayaks etc? You’ll definitely want to watch this Thule 997 GoalPost video from ORS Racks Direct. Includes a demonstration of how the 997 Thule Goal Post mounts to any vehicle 2 inch trailer hitch, offers a wide range of height adjustability and includes a crossbar. The most common configuration is to use the Thule GoalPost on a rear hitch receiver and a single crossbar style half pack roof rack system up front on the vehicle roof top (video uses the Thule 480 Traverse Half Pack roof rack mounted to a Toyota Tundra pickup truck cab roof top). The very long items you are transporting, such as canoe, kayaks, ladders, lumber etc., can then span between the front half pack roof rack crossbar and the rear Thule 997 GoalPost crossbar.
Thule 997 GoalPost video
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by rackdawg on May 21, 2010
RockyMounts Clutch SD bike rack
Want to carry your bike in your pickup truck bed that has a utili-trac truckbed track system? NO problem, just get your hands on the RockyMounts Clutch SD truck bike rack, designed specifically for use on the tracks found on some models of Toyota Tacoma, Toyota Tundra, Nissan Frontier, Nissan Titan etc. This video from ORS Racks Direct demonstrates the Clutch SD features and the easy installation process.
RockyMounts Clutch SD truck bike rack video
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Toyota Tacoma,
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