by Rack James on June 3, 2010
Great sun-soaked photo of a 2009 Honda Civic bike roof rack system with the Yakima Q-Tower car rack system (includes Yakima Q-Towers, Yakima Q99 clips and Yakima Q131 clips, and Yakima 58" crossbars) finished off with the Yakima 50" Fairing and the Yakima High Roller bike rack.
Here’s a mighty swell photograph of a 2009 Honda Civic roof rack bike carrier system decked out with the Yakima Q-Towers car rack multi-purpose base system (includes Yakima Q-Towers, Yakima Q99 clips and Yakima Q131 clips, and Yakima 58″ crossbars). Mounted upon the base rack cross bars is the Yakima High Roller upright mount bike carrier working hard to carry a BMX bike with 20″ wheels. One of the great things about the Yakima High Roller bike rack is its ability to carry any bike, regardless of wheel size, frame configuration, brake set up, and tire width. Heck, if your bike has two wheels, the High Roller will carry it. Rounding out this Yakima roof top bike rack set up is the Yakima 50″ wind fairing to quiet that confounded wind noise and a set of Yakma SKS 6 pack of locks to keep any pilferin’ hoodlums at bay.
Complete install details for this 2009 Honda Civic bike roof rack system.
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bike roof rack,
Honda Civic,
Yakima fairings,
Yakima HighRoller,
Yakima Q Clips,
Yakima Q Towers
by rackdawg on May 28, 2010
A great photo of a 2010 Subaru Outback roof rack basket bike rack setup using the Yakima MegaWarrior basket mounted to the Subaru Outback wagon factory crossbars and the Yakima Boa short tray bike rack attached to the integrated crossbars located on the Yakima MegaWarrior basket.
For some 2010 Subaru Outback wagon owners, deciding which solution to choose for transporting their gear can be somewhat troublesome. Much of this was previously due to the lack of information available for selecting a 2010 Subaru Outback wagon roof rack system that is right for your needs. We recommend visiting this 2010 Subaru Outback factory roof rack article for complete details on what is available.
As indicated in the picture above, a very popular option is to mount a cargo baasket to the 2010 Subaru Outback wagon factory rack crossbars. The Yakima MegaWarrior basket is featured on this Subaru Outback wagon. This basket also includes a pair of integrated Yakima cross bars, allowing for the mounting of any gear carriers right on the MegaWarrior basket cross bars. This offers a very versatile cargo carrying solution. Simultaneously stow all your cargo luggage and camping gear in the basket while transporting skis & snowboards, bikes, kayaks, canoe, surfboards and more right on the basket. In the picture above, the Yakima Boa short tray bike rack is mounted directly to the Yakima megaWarrior crossbars.
2010 Subaru Outback roof rack basket bike rack install details
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2010 Subaru Outback,
factory rack carrier,
roof basket,
Yakima Boa,
Yakima MegaWarrior
by Rack James on May 28, 2010
A fine shot of a 2001 Audi TT roof bike rack system with the Inno INA 383 Fork Lock II Bike Rack mounted directly to Audi TT factory roof racks.
This 2001 Audi TT came with the Audi OEM roof racks which have aerodynamic, oval shaped crossbars. Not all attachments can mount directly to these bars due to their shape, but the Inno INA 383 Fork Lock II bike rack definitely can. It comes with universal mounting hardware so it can not only mount directly to these bars without adapters, but also virtually any factory crossbars, as well as, of course, Inno, Thule, and Yakima crossbars. The Inno INA383 bike tray also comes with locks and keys, so it is truly ready to go right out of the box.
2001 Audi TT roof bike rack with Inno INA 383 install page
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Audi TT,
bike roof rack,
factory rack carrier,
Inno INA383 Fork Lock
by Rack James on May 24, 2010
by rackdawg on May 20, 2010
RockyMounts TieRod bike rack
ORS Racks Direct takes a good look at the all-new RockyMounts TieRod factory rack mounting bike rack. With many new features and sleek, aerodynamic design styling, the Rocky Mounts TieRod greatly improves on the very successful RockyMounts Noose SL (now discontinued) factory rack bike rack. The redesigned fork block head is very low-profile and quickly mounts to any factory rack crossbars (Also works on Yakima round cross bars and square cross bars from Thule, Inno etc., but the RockyMounts PitchFork bike rack is instead recommended for these aftermarket car rack crossbars.) Also includes the innovative and easy to use locking quick release skewer from RockyMounts. Dual locking options to lock the TieRod to the roof rack and the bicycle to the carrier. Disc brake compatible, no adapters needed. Fits both skinny road tires and super-fat mountain bike tires. Many color options to choose from, from black to white and a rainbow of colors in between.
RockyMounts TieRod bike rack video
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RockyMounts TieRod
by Rack Princess on May 19, 2010
This photo spotlights a 2007 Subaru Impreza WRX roof rack kayak bike carrier system using the Yakima Q Towers car rack, Yakima King Cobra bike racks and Yakima Hullraiser kayak carrier.
This roof rack set up for carrying kayaks and bicycles on a 2007 Subaru Impreza WRX is a great example of how kayak racks and bike racks can live in harmony in close quarters and over rough terrain. Layering begins with Yakima Q Towers complete roof rack system. In this case Q78 Clips (also known as Yakima Q Clips 78) are called for. 48 inch crossbars have been selected to meet the width requirements of the 2007 Subaru Impreza WRX roof top. The owner of this Subaru Impreza WRX needs both Kayak Rack and Bike Rack attachments (since it might be difficult to decide which sport they want to do once they all wheel drive it into the great outdoors). Our 2007 Subaru Impreza WRX owner knows kayaks of almost any size or shape can be easily transported with the Yakima HullRaiser Kayak Rack. Two bikes are better than one - so the Yakima King Cobra upright mount bike rack is used twice in this setup-again this roof top bike rack attachment can hold a bike of any shape or size so it is a good universal solution for just about any vehicle. The final a la mode topping on this recipe for fun is a 6 pack of Yakima SKS lock cores and keys (because it is no fun to have your roof rack system stolen). 4 locks are used on the roof rack system and 1 each for the Yakima King Cobra bike racks.
Got that? Not sure? Check out the complete installation details for this stellar kayak rack, bike rack, roof rack system for the 2007 Subaru Impreza WRX.
by rackdawg on May 19, 2010
Yakima Frontloader bike rack
This ORS Racks Direct demonstration video features the 8002103 Yakima Frontloader bike rack. The result of much research and design engineering to offer the finest in car roof top upright mount bike rack technology. All mounting hardware and securing components are integrated onto the Yakima Frontloader bike rack. Connects to any factory racks as well as roof rack systems from Yakima, Thule, Inno Racks etc. Works with virtually all types of bicycles. Full locking options to lock the bike to the Yakima Frontloader and the carrier itself to the car rack cross bars. An amazing bicycle carrier that is already a leader in its category.
Yakima Frontloader bike rack video
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bike roof rack,
factory rack carrier,
Yakima FrontLoader
by Rack James on May 18, 2010
by rackdawg on May 17, 2010
Image of a 2008 Fleetwood popup camper trailer roof rack bike rack system using the Yakima Control Tower system mounted to the Fleetwod camper trailer roof tracks. Four Yakima HighRoller bike racks are then attached to the pair of Yakima Control Towers extra-long 86 inch crossbars.
The picture above demonstrates how easy it is to install a Fleetwood camper trailer roof rack system. The 2008 Fleetwood popup camper bike roof rack setup is using the Yakima Control Towers system mounted to the Fleetwood camper roof tracks (if your popup camper does not already have tracks installed, simply mount the Yakima Tracks to the roof top and you can then connect the Yakima Control Tower roof rack system to the Yakima Tracks). The Control Tower system includes a set of four Yakima LP1 landing Pads, that attach the roof tracks, and also a pair of extra long Yakima 86 inch cross bars, which are the required length for the Fleetwood camper roof top (and all makes and models of popup camper trailers). Four Yakima HighRoller bike racks are then connected to the pair of 86 inch crossbars for transporting bikes for the entire family.
2008 Fleetwood camper trailer roof bike rack install page
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Fleetwood camper trailer,
pop up camper rack,
Yakima Control Towers,
Yakima HighRoller,
Yakima Tracks
by rackdawg on May 10, 2010
by rackdawg on May 8, 2010
by rackdawg on April 22, 2010
Image depicts a complete premium, top-of-the-line kayak and bike roof rack system mounted to a 2008 Toyota Corolla S.
For a look that moves well beyond the humdrum same old run of the mill roof rack with square cross bars, check out this customer installation photo that features a 2008 Toyota Corolla kayak-bike roof rack system with modern, aerodynamic design styling. It is configured with the Thule 480R Rapid Traverse car rack system, which attaches to the 2008 Toyota Corolla S rooftop using the set of included Thule 1515 Traverse Fit Kit clips (a pair of Thule Racks Rapid Aero load bars and 480R Rapid Traverse Foot Pack are also included). And for the perfect best-in-class kayak carrier and bike carrier to mount onto the load bars, the Thule 518 Echelon fork mount bike rack and Thule 835PRO Hull-a-Port folding j-cradle kayak rack are used. Also, for increased aerodynamics, elimination of rack noise and superb design styling, a Thule 871XT rack fairing is also attached to the front load bar.
2008 Toyota Corolla car roof rack kayak & bike carrier install details
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Thule 480R Rapid Traverse,
Thule 518 Echelon,
Thule 835Pro,
Thule fairings,
Toyota Corolla
by Rack James on April 20, 2010
Nissan X-Terra bike rack set up using Thule's 594XT Sidearm mounted to factory crossbars and Thule's 916XT T2 hitch mounted bike rack for receiver hitch.
Here is a great shot of a Nissan X-Terra racked up to carry four bikes. Mounted directly to the factory crossbars, which due to their size and shape isn’t an application you’ll find in Thule’s Fit Guide, but is nontheless possible with a trip to the hardware store, are two Thule 594XT Sidearm upright bike carriers. Mounted into the trailer hitch is the Thule 916XT T2 bike rack. Both of these carriers use a ratcheting hook to support the bikes by the front wheel rather than the frame, so regardless of frame dimensions or wheel size, as long as your bike has two wheels, these carriers will work.
by rackdawg on April 19, 2010
A beautiful example of the Inno Racks IN-FR car rack and Inno INA382 bike rack used as a 2010 Subaru Forester roof rack bike rack setup.
Becoming more and more common out on the roads and highways of America are Inno Racks vehicle rack systems. With a long established reputation as the the car rack market leader in Japan and many parts of the world, Inno Racks is becoming a favored alternative to the major players in the USA such as Thule Racks and Yakima Racks. Several reasons include very competitive and often lower prices on roof rack and gear carrier options, locks included (other car rack makers charge extra for locks) and extremely well-made and premium design styling features. The photo above showcases a 2010 Subaru Forester car roof rack bicycle carrier system that is configured with the Inno IN-FR roof rack mounted to the Subaru Forester factory side rails, while the Inno INA382 Upright Lock bike rack is attached to the IN-FR base rack cross bars.
2010 Subaru Forester roof rack bike rack install details
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Inno INA382 Upright Lock,
Inno INFR,
Subaru Forester
by rackdawg on April 17, 2010
by rackdawg on April 16, 2010
by rackdawg on April 15, 2010
Photo of the all-new RockyMounts TieRod bike rack used as a Mazda Protege 5 bike roof rack that mounts directly to the Mazda Protege5 factory rack crossbars.
Improving on the popular universal mounting, factory rack compatible RockyMounts Noose bike rack, the RockyMounts Bike Rack Company has recently released the super stylish, sexy and easier-than-ever to use RockyMounts TieRod bike rack for mounting to factory racks. The picture above shows two TieRods mounted to the Mazda Protege 5 factory rack crossbars. Each TieRod can also use 2 Rocky Mounts Locks to both lock the bike to the TieRod and the carrier itself to the roof rack. The models shown in the picture above are the classic black color, but you also have the choice of all kids of flavorful colors with the RockyMount TieRod bike racks.
Mazda Protege 5 factory rack mount bike racks details
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Mazda Protege 5,
RockyMounts TieRod
by rackdawg on April 14, 2010
Photo featuring a 2003 Toyota 4-Runner roof basket and bike carriers setup using the Yakima MegaWarrior baasket and two RockyMounts PitchFork bike racks.
A car roof rack mount gear basket is a superb option that offers versatile solutions for carrying many items besides camping equipment and cargo-luggage gear. The picture above shows a 2003 Toyota 4Runner roof basket with two bike racks attached to the gear basket. The Yakima MegaWarrior roof basket is mounted directly to the 2003 Toyota 4Runner factory rack cross bars. The neat thing about the MegaWarrior is that the basket, itself, has a pair of integrated cross bars also. This allows for the attachment of all kinds of gear carriers right to the basket. In this case 2 RockyMounts PitchFork bike racks are mounted to the MegaWarrior basket crossbars. You can still place all your cargo-luggage gear, camping equipment in the basket while the bike carriers and bicycles are installed and loaded on.
2003 Toyota 4Runner roof basket bike racks install details
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factory rack carrier,
luggage basket,
RockyMounts PitchFork,
Toyota 4Runner,
Yakima MegaWarrior
by rackdawg on April 12, 2010
Photo of a 2008 Toyota Highlander bike roof rack and cargo-luggage rack setup using the Yakima RailGrab Towers complete kit, Yakima SkyBox 21 luggage box and Thule 594XT SideArm bike racks.
A very nice demonstration of how to get those bicycles and cargo-luggage gear out of the car and up on the car roof top! This 2008 Toyota Highlander roof rack with cargo box and two bike racks is accomplishing this task using the Yakima RailGrab roof rack kit mounted to the 2008 Toyota Highlander factory side rails, while a Yakima SkyBox 21 roof box and 2 Thule 594XT SideArm bike racks are attached to the RailGrab base rack system crossbars.
2008 Toyota Highlander bike roof rack and cargo box install details
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Thule 594XT Sidearm,
Toyota HighLander,
Yakima RailGrab,
Yakima SkyBox 21
by rackdawg on April 12, 2010
This picture demonstrates the use of the Yakima Q Towers roofrack and RockyMounts Pitchfork bike rack (2 carriers) used as a 2007 Toyota Prius bicycle roof rack. A wind fairing is also attached.
RockyMounts bike racks are an excellent, lower cost alternative for those interested in a fork mount style bicycle carrier (the front wheel is removed and the bike fork attaches to the bike rack quick release skewer). The photo above shows a 2007 Toyota Prius bike roof rack that uses two RockyMounts Pitchfork bike rack carriers attached to the Yakima Q Towers car rack multi-purpose base rack system (Q Towers mount to the Toyota Prius car top using a pair of Yakima Q124 clips and a pair of Yakima Q5 clips; two Yakima 58 inch cross bars are also used; these components are all included with the Yakima Q Tower complete roof rack system). Also a large size 44 inch Yakima rack fairing is connected to the front base rack crossbar.
2007 Toyota Prius bike rof rack install details
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RockyMounts PitchFork,
Toyota Prius,
Yakima Q Clips,
Yakima Q Towers
by rackdawg on April 8, 2010
Picture of a 2010 BMW 328i car rack with roof mount bike racks. The Thule 460 Podium roof rack is mounted to the 2010 BMW 328i fixed attachment points located on the car top using the Thule 3039 Podium Fit Kit brackets (included with the 460 Podium complete system).
Many vehicles available today feature attachment points on the roof top (called fix-points), allowing for the mounting of an aftermarket roof rack system to these fix-points. The customer installation photo shown above is an excellent example of this. This is a 2010 BMW 328i roof rack that is using the Thule 460 Podium car rack system mounted to the 2010 BMW 328i car rooftop fix-points. The Thule 3039 Podium Fit Kit brackets (included with the complete Thule Racks 460 Podium car rack system) mount directly to the fix-points. The result is a premium, sleek and integrated looking roof rack system.
2010 BMW 328i roof rack install details
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BMW 328i,
thule 460 podium,
Thule Fit Kits
by rackdawg on April 7, 2010
Picture of the new RockyMounts TieRod factory rack mount bike rack. Includes many new premium features such as full system bicycle and bike rack locking options, universal factory rack crossbars compatibility and stunning good looks.
Once again RockyMounts Bike Racks blows away the competition with a new product offering that does what no other bicycle carrier is able to accomplish – premium design styling, rugged durability, easy and effortless installation and easy loading and a a price tag that leaves it’s competitors in the dust. What is this new Rocky Mounts Bike Racks product you ask? It is the RockyMounts TieRod bike rack. It replaces the RockyMounts Noose bike racks, and one glance at the new RockyMounts TieRod and you’ll agree this indeed represents the latest in factory rack mounting bike rack innovation. And as always with RockyMounts car rack bicycle carriers you can choose from a full spectrum of color options.
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factory rack carrier,
RockyMounts TieRod
by rackdawg on April 6, 2010
A great way to save money if you want to carry your bikes on a factory rack is to use the Thule 532 Ride-On adapter kit. This picture shows a 2000 Subaru Legacy wagon factory rack with bike racks mounted using the 532 Ride-On.
Shown above is a 2000 Subaru Legacy roof bike rack system that is using the Thule 532 Ride-On adapter kit mounted to the Subaru Legacy factory crossbars. The bike racks are then connected to the 532 Ride-On cross bars. This is a nice option for saving a substantial amount of money when planning to transport bikes on factory car rack cross rails.
2000 Subaru Legacy factory roof bike rack install details
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factory rack carrier,
Subaru Legacy,
Thule 532 Ride-On
by rackdawg on April 6, 2010
Picture of a 2008 Honda Civic EX 2-door coupe bike roof rack and fairing setup using the Thule 480 Traverse car rack system (with Thule 1557 Traverse Fit Kit clips), Thule 872XT wind fairing and Thule 594XT Sidearm bike rack.
An excellent example of how to set up a sweet looking 2008 Honda Civic bike roof rack system. The 2008 Honda Civic EX Coupe 2-door model is using the Thule 480 Traverse roof rack (which includes the 480 Traverse Foot Pack, Thule 1557 Traverse Fit Kit clips and a pair of 58″ length load bars), size large Thule Racks 872XT wind fairing and the Thule 594XT Sidearm car rack mount bike rack. This customer installation was performed in Charlotte, North Carolina and the owner uses it to carry his mountain bike all over the southern USA.
2008 Honda Civic bike roof rack install details
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Honda Civic,
Thule 480 Traverse,
Thule 594XT Sidearm,
Thule Fit Kits
by rackdawg on March 18, 2010
This Subaru outback roof rack gets it all done! Features in this photo is a 2008 Subaru Outback roof rack and bike rack (also carrying whitewater kayaks on the car rack cross rails).
This customer installation image demonstrates the versatility of a multi-purpose base rack system. The configuration of this 2008 Subaru Outback wagon roof rack and kayak & bike rack includes the Yakima RailGrab roof rack kit (includes four RailGrab Towers and a pair of 58 inch crossbars which attaches to the Subaru Outback factory rack side rails), a Yakima Steelhead bike rack mounted to the crossbars, a Yakima 32 inch wind-noise deflector fairing and a pair of kayak straps for holding all those river kayaks and paddles on the car rack cross rails.
2008 Subaru Outback kayak & bike roof rack install details
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roof rack,
Subaru Outback,
Yakima RailGrab,
Yakima Steelhead
by rackdawg on March 17, 2010
An outstanding customer installation photo featuring a 2009 VW Jetta factory roof rack mounting bike rack using the 8002098 Yakima ForkLift fork mount bike rack on VW rack cross rails.
This installation picture features a great example of just how perfectly the universal mounting Yakima Forklift bike rack works on factory racks. The 2009 VW Jetta factory rack has the Forklift attached directly to the cross bars using the universal hardware integrated into the Yakima Forklift. This exceptional wonder of a roof mount bicycle carrier works on virtually all styles of factory rack cross rails as well as any after-market roof rack cross bars from Yakima, Thule, Inno and more. Using an optional Yakima lock, the Fork Lift will also simultaneously lock the bicycle to the carrier and the ForkLift itself to the car rack cross rails. Features a host of other outstanding bells and whistles. Plus it’s just plainly one attractive looking piece of art up on top of any vehicle.
2009 Volkswagen Jetta bike rack install details
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factory rack carrier,
VW Jetta,
Yakima ForkLift
by rackdawg on March 15, 2010
A superior solution for the ultimate integrated car roof rack system look, this customer installation photo features a 2003 Honda Civic car rack with bike racks using the Yakima LP7 7 Landing Pads with Control Towers and two Yakima HighRoller bike racks.
Seeking an alternative solution to non-permanant roof rack systems, which can sometimes diminish the fast, moderm look of a vehicle? This photograph highlights a 2003 Honda Civic roof rack with bike racks that delivers a more integrated and low-profile look. The Yakima #7 LP7 Landing Pads are permanently mounted to the Honda Civic roof top, and then the Yakima Control Towers are attached to the LP7 Landing Pads. Two Yakima HighRoller bike racks and the 44 inch large Yakima Fairing are connected to the Control Tower 48 inch cross bars. Yakima locks and Yakima Accessory Lock Housing Units are used to secure everything.
2003 Honda Civic car roof bike rack install details
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Honda Civic,
LP7 Landing Pads,
Yakima Control Towers,
Yakima HighRoller
by rackdawg on March 11, 2010
This 2010 Nissan XTerra factory roof rack mount bike rack photo of a customer installation includesthe Yakima HighRoller bike rack attached to the 2010 Nissan XTerra car rack factory bars using a set of Yakima Mighty Mounts adapter clamps.
A shining example of how to carry a bike on a factory roof rack, this customer install picture features the Yakima HighRoller bike rack mounted to the 2010 Nissan XTerra roof rack factory cross rails using a set of Yakima MightyMounts universal adapters. The Mighty mounts attach to the Nissan XTerra crossbars and the HighRoller then connects to the MightyMounts. A premium bicycle carrier with all the bells and whistles. Ideal for all styles, shapes and sizes of bicycles.
2010 Nissan XTerra roof rack mount bike rack install details
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Nissan XTerra,
Yakima HighRoller
by rackdawg on March 5, 2010
Standing beside this awesome Honda Pilot roof rack setup for carrying skis and a bike are Mr. Reeder, Yakima Racks Sales Rep, and Shawn, ORS Racks Direct Operations Manager.
Lucky us for a recent visit from Mr. Reeder, Yakima Racks Sales Rep. A great day was had by all at ORS Racks Direct, as we spent the day discussing all things concerning Yakima Racks… exciting new products are now available for 2010, including the Yakima FrontLoader bike rack, Yakima SpareTime spare tire mount bike rack, Yakima EvenKeel kayak rack etc. Of course, before Steve had a chance to jump back in his car and head back home, we were able to capture yet another poor quality image (due to using a Blackberry camera and foggy weather) of his sweet Honda Pilot roof rack for carrying skis and a bike. The Yakima RailGrab roof rack is mounted to the Honda Pilot factory side rails and the Yakima SkyBox LoPro ski box and Yakima SprocketRocket bike rack are attached to the RailGrab cross bars. Pictured along with Mr. Reeder is Shawn, ORS Racks Direct Operations Manager, obviously involved in high-level rack science discussions.
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cargo roof box,
Honda Pilot,
Yakima RailGrab,
Yakima SkyBox LoPro,
Yakima SprocketRocket
by rackdawg on February 11, 2010
Image of the Thule Racks 513 Domestique fork mount bike rack. Clamps directly to any factory racks as well as aftermarket car rack crosbars from Thule, Inno, Yakima etc.
Thule Racks has launched a new fork mount bike rack called the Thule 513 Domestique. This car roof top bicycle carrier stands apart from other fork mount style carriers offered by Thule Racks because the Thule 513 Domestique is equipped to clamp directly to factory roof rack crossbars, no adapters required. It also works on after-market car rack system cross bars from Thule, Yakima, Inno etc. Also features a racy, aerodynamic look that looks great on all vehicles. Also optionally locks the bicycle inside the carrier and Domestique itself to the car roof rack.
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513 Domestique,
bike roof rack
