Q:  I Need advice on a SUP rack- I have a 2008 chevy suburban with the standard top bars on it (running length of truck).  I need one for two SUP’s at least.

A: You first need a base rack system which will provide you with a pair of crossbars that you can then attach an SUP carrier to. Your Suburban has side rails, so a good option for a base rack that attaches to side rails would be the Thule 45058 Crossroad system or for a more aerodynamic set up, you could go with the new Thule 450R Crossroad System with AeroBlade cross bars.

Once that is in place, you are free to attach your SUP carrier.The Thule 810 SUP taxi is a great choice as is the Inno INA 446 Canoe/Kayak/SUP carrier. Both are lockable and both with fit either choice of load bars!

Image of a very racked up Chevy Suburban roof and hitch mount bike rack system using the Thule 450 Crossroad base rack system with 5 Thule 594XT Sidearm bike racks and the Thule 916XTR T2 hitch bike rack with the Thule 918XTR T2 2 bike add-on.

There’s a lot going on with this rack star’s ridiculously racked up rig. This Chevy Suburban roof bike rack system and rear mount hitch bike rack system is using the Thule 450 Crossroad base rack mounted to the factory side rails with 5 Thule 594XT SideArm upright style bike racks. Mounted to the 2″ receiver hitch are the Thule 916XTR T2 platform style hitch mounted bike rack with the Thule 918XTR T2 2-bike add-on. If my math is correct, this rig can hold 9 bikes! And in addition, there is a ladder attached using the Thule 503 Load Stops.

Q: Can you suggest a rack that will work with my 2010 Chevy Silverado Extended Cab Pickup Truck?

A:  For a rack for your 2010 Silverado Extended Cab, here are a couple of rack options:

For a rack that attaches into the bed of the truck you could consider the Thule 422xt.  Or, if you wanted a rack over the cab of the truck, check out the Thule 480 Traverse Complete System.

Onto either of these racks you could attach a Thule kayak rack.  The Thule Hullavator is by far the easiest solution for loading a kayak, or the 883 Glide and Set is a nice solution that is less expensive.

Image of the all-new Trac Rac TracONE pickup truckbed ladder rack system, an economical, one-size-fits all solution for virtually all truck bed sizes.

Now available from the TracRac Truck Rack Company is the TracRac TracONE truck rack-ladder rack, a complete system that fits virtually all makes and models of pickup trucks from Chevy, Dodge, Ford, GMC, Nissan, Toyota etc. Essentially it is a more budget priced version of the TracRac T-Rac G2 model, as the TracONE delivers the same materials constuction, design and installation hardware but does not include some of the upgrades available on the T-Rac G2 such as ARC Side Cleat Tie-Downs, tool box mounting kit, overhead HD Load Stops etc. The TracRac TracONE  is a super-duty commercial work rack that can carry up to 800 lbs of cargo, yet the entire system weighs just 50 lbs. Built of premium aluminum with a double-powder coated finish for protection against corrosion as well as marks and scratches. The TracRac TracONE truck rack features superb styling that looks great on any pickup truck. Very easy to install and requires no drilling. Just use the included clamps to secure onto the pickup truckbed rails. Optional accessories also available for use with the system.

Image of the second generation (thus the G2 in the name) TracRac T-Rac G2 truck rack complete system, which replaces the original T-Rac model with advancements in strength, design and included accessories.

Now that TracRac is owned by Thule Racks many new advancements in product design are being released rapidly, whether in the form of completely new truck rack-ladder rack products or improvements on existing models. The TracRac T-Rac G2 truck rack is an example of the latter, called the T-Rac G2 because it is the 2nd generation and improves on the original T-Rac truck rack with the ability to now handle up to 800 lbs. of cargo, and doing so at the lightweight of 55 lbs. The 100% rust free all aluminum construction is super strong and rugged. Plus a double powder coat has been added in the finishing process to provide further weatherproof protection and corrosion resistance. Resists scratches and marks too. Very simple installation process of the Trac Rac TRac G2, no drilling required, just install via the included clamping devices to the pickup truck bed rails. Compatible with virtually all pickup truck makes and models from Chevy, Dodge, Ford, GMC, Nissan, Toyota pickup trucks etc. New included accessories for securing loads ( HD Load Stops and ARC Side Cleats) and also mounting tool boxes (universal toolbox mounting kit) from virtually all tool box manufacturers. Many additional accessories are also available for use with the TracRac T-Rac system.

Picture of the all-new TracRac G2 truck rack system, America's original sliding truck rack system for pickup trucks. Includes new features.

Improving on the original TracRac sliding truck rack-ladder rack system, the 2nd generation version called the TracRac G2 sliding truck rack delivers all-new features and even more industrial strength. The TracRac G2 truck rack-ladder rack can now haul up to 1250 lbs on the 100% rust free super-duty aluminum cross bars. The total truck rack system only weighs 80 lbs. Now includes integrated ARC Side Cleats on each of the four upright towers, providing for more versatility with tie-down configurations. The included base rails provide a custom fit on virtually all pickup truck makes and models. Many TracRac truck rack  accessories are also available for use with the  Trac Rac G2 system, including TracRac tonneau cover that integrates with the Trac Rac G2 truck rack system; MDP cantilever extension that adds over 32″ of cab protection when hauling extra long loads; TracBox, a low-profile tool box for the pickup truckbed; cargo divider; tool box mount kit for using tool box brands other than TracRac; heavy-duty ratching tie-downs; kayak rack and more. The TracRac truck racks fit guide is a handy tool to determine Trac Rac G2 ladder-rack-truck rack compatibility and/or the correct model for your specific pickup truck year / make / model. Ideal for virtually all Chevy, Dodge, Ford, GMC, Nissan, Toyota pickup trucks and more. The TracRac truck rack company is owned by Thule Racks, as Thule recently purchased the TracRac company.

Picture of the locking Rocky Mounts DriveShaft 15mm / 20mm thru-axle fork adapter. Fits any RockyMounts, Thule, Yakima, Whispbar, Inno fork mount bike racks and more.

Picture of the locking RockyMounts DriveShaft SD 20mm / 15mm thru-axle fork adapter for mounting to Toyota Tundra, Toyota Tacoma, Nissan Titan, Nissan Frontier, Chevy, GMC pickup truck bed channels.

Behold what could very well be the coolest new bike rack products for 2011, the all-new Rocky Mounts DriveShaft 15mm / 20mm thru-axle fork adapter (works on any fork mount bike racks from RockyMounts, Whispbar, Yakima, Thule, Inno, SportRack and more) and the category crushing Rocky Mounts DriveShaft SD that is actually a pickup truck bike rack and 15mm / 20mm thru-axle fork adapter combined into one great product and installs on any pickup truck bed track systems and channel systems located on the Toyota Tacoma, Toyota Tundra, Nissan Frontier, Nissan Titan and certain model pick-up trucks from GMC and Chevrolet etc. Both the Rocky Mounts DriveShaft and the RockyMounts DriveShaft SD include a lock to secure the bike to the adapter. And of course they also have the unique ability to universally work with both 20mm and 15mm t-axles. Beautiful black powder coated finish as well.

Photo of Truck rack for 2005 Chevy Avalanche includes Yakima Q Towers Roof rack with Yakima Q109 Clips and Yakima MegaWarrior Cargo Basket

This Chevy Avalanche pickup truck rack for a 2005 model Avalanche allows you to carry a bunch of gear on top of the cab saving your truck bed for carrying other items.  It consists of the Yakima Q Towers base rack system with Yakima Q109 clips which are the correct roof clips to connect a Q Towers system to a 2005 Chevy Avalanche and Yakima MegaWarrior gear basket which fits directly to the cross bars of the Q Towers rack.

Full info on Truck rack for 2005 Chevy Avalanche…

Sunny shot of a 2009 Chevy HHR permanent mount roof rack system using the Thule TP54 54" tracks with the Thule 430 Tracker II complete base rack system with the Thule TK1 Tracker Kit.

This 2009 Chevy HHR custom roof rack system starts with the installation of Thule TB54 54″ roof tracks, which requires careful measuring and and even more careful drilling.  With the tracks in place, the Thule 430 Tracker II complete base rack system with the Thule TK1 Tracker Kit is easily installed to complete the system.  Now it is ready to carry just about anything. 

View the 2009 Chevy HHR roof tracks racks sytem installation page for more details.

Good shot of a 2006 Chevy Tahoe Z71 roof rack system for side rails using the Malone MPG202 Crossrail system for factory siderails.

If you’ve got factory side rails and need crossbars, an affordable solution is shown here on this 2006 Chevy Tahoe Z71 rack system using the Malone MPG202 Crossrail system.  The Malone Crossrail feet clamp onto most factory siderails and support two Malone cross bars.  System includes locks too!

Complete info for 2006 Chevy Tahoe Z71 rack system