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Yakima FarOut Pro Roof Bag

by rackdawg on June 2, 2011

Picture of the Yakima Racks 8007173 FarOut Pro roof bag, a car rooftop soft-side cargo luggage storage bag. Fits all vehicle roof top configurations - those with factory rack crossbars from Yakima, Whispbar, Inno, Thule etc, even cars with totally bare roof tops -- as opposed to the barely covered bottom on the model in the photo ;)

Picture of the Yakima Racks 8007173 FarOut Pro roof bag, a car rooftop soft-sided cargo luggage storage bag. Besides being a waterproof roof bag, the Yakima Far Out Pro fits all vehicle roof top configurations - those with factory rack crossbars from Yakima, Whispbar, Inno, Thule etc, even cars with totally bare roof tops -- as opposed to the barely covered bottom on the model in the photo ;)

Yakima Racks has you totally covered (as opposed to the barely covered model in the picture above) when it comes to gearing up to hit the road for all your summer vacation destinations. Besides offering hard plastic cargo roof boxes and cargo roof baskets, they now offer a line of premium waterproof roof bags. Headlining the series is the all-new 8007173 Yakima FarOut Pro roof bag, which features a host unique innovations such as a 9 cu/ft cargo storage capacity that optionally expands to 12 cu/ft when you need to bring luggage, camping equipment and other cargo gear for the entire family. The Yakima FarOut  Pro bag also attaches to cars with totally bare roof tops, a unique feature not offered on other competitors’ models. Of course it also works on factory racks, with or without cross bars, and any roof racks from Yakima, Whispbar, Thule, Inno and more. It is a great alternative to much more expensive and more difficult to install and store hard-shell cargo roof boxes. The Yakima Far Out Pro roof bag folds up for easy, convenient storage. 

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Subaru Impreza WRX Roof Rack Cargo Box System

by Rack James on March 28, 2011

Image of a Subaru Impreza WRX roof rack cargo box system using the Yakima Control Tower System with #11 Landing Pads and the Yakima SkyBox Pro 16 cargo box/luggage container.

Image of a Subaru Impreza WRX roof rack cargo box system using the Yakima Control Tower System with #11 Landing Pads and the Yakima SkyBox Pro 16 cargo box/luggage container.

Here is a great example of how a roof mounted cargo box can up your storage space for your vehicle.  This Subaru Impreza WRX cargo box rack system is using the Yakima Control Tower base system (attaches directly to Subaru Impreza’s fixed mounting points) with 2 sets of Yakima Landing Pads #11, and 48″ roundbars.  The owner has also installed the Yakima SKS 4 Lockpack.  Mounted on the crossbars is the Yakima Skybox 16 Pro cargo box, which comes with locks/keys.

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2010 VW Jetta Fishing Pontoon Boat Trailer and Cargo Box

by Rack James on March 7, 2011

Stellar shot of a 2010 VW Jetta Boat Trailer and Luggage Rack using the Yakima Rack and Roll 66 Trailer with the Yakima Mako Kayak Saddles and the Yakima Rocket Box 16 Gear carrier.

Stellar shot of a 2010 VW Jetta TDI SportWagon Boat Trailer and Luggage Rack using the Yakima Rack and Roll 66 Trailer with the Yakima Mako Kayak Saddles and the Yakima Rocket Box 16 Gear carrier.

Here is an awesome example of safe, modern and convenient gear transport for a sedan, wagon, SUV, truck, van, or just about any  vehicle with a class I, II, or III trailer hitch.  This 2010 Volkswagen Jetta TDI kayak/canoe trailer and cargo box is starring the Yakima RACKandROll 66 Trailer with 66″ crossbars decked out with the Yakima Mako Kayak saddles and the Yakima RocketBox 16 cargo carrier for all the gear.  Simply unhitch the Yakima boat trailer when you’re not heading for the water, and you’ve got the perfect storage for your boats, or in this case, pontoon boat.

See complete details and more photos for 2010 VW Jetta Wagon Fishing Pontoon Boat Trailer and Storage Box.

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Bike Storage Rack for Garage

by Rack James on August 3, 2010

Great shot of indoor bike racks for storage using two Thule BSTK2 Bike Stacker storage racks.

Great shot of indoor bike racks for storage using two Thule BSTK2 Bike Stacker storage racks.

Thule’s BSTK2 Bike Stackers for indoor bike storage are shown here conveniently storing bikes while they wait for their next adventure. 

Full details for Thule BSTK2 Bike Racks

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Honda CRV Roof Rack Cargo Carrier and Kayak Rack

by Rack James on July 24, 2010

I Spy a Honda CRV luggage and kayak rack using the Thule 460 Podium base rack system with the Thule 887XT SlipStream kayak rack and the Thule Atlantis 1800 cargo box.

I Spy a Honda CRV luggage and kayak rack using the Thule 460 Podium base rack system with Fit Kit 3042 with the Thule 887XT SlipStream kayak rack and the Thule Atlantis 1800 cargo box.

This was shot in Bar Harbor, ME, a tourist destination if there ever was one.  This Honda CRV kayak rack and luggage rack has the right idea for carrying toys and gear for a great vacation.  Starting with the Thule 460 Podium base rack with Thule Fit Kit 3042 for direct installation using the Honda CRV fixed mounting points.  Lots and lots of gear must be inside the Thule 687XT Atlantis 1800 roof box which boasts 18 cubic feet of storage space.  Finally, the Thule 887XT SlipStream kayak carrier allows easy loading and unloading of a single kayak.

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2010 Subaru Forester Kayak Roof Rack

by Rack James on June 15, 2010

2010 Subaru Forester kayak roof rack Thule 450 Crossroad feet 50 inch Crossbars Malone SeaWing kayak saddles

Side view of a 2010 Subaru Forester hauling two kayaks using the Thule 450 Crossroads feet with a pair of Thule 50" Crossbars and two set of the Malone SeaWing kayak saddles tied down with included load straps and tie downs.

 Do you have two 14′ kayaks and a 250 mile drive to the water?  This rack master does.  Using the Thule 450 Crossroad roof rack system  (includes Thule 450 Crossroads foot pack and pair of 50″ Load bars) for use with factory side rails, this 2010 Subaru Forester roof rack kayak carrier set up can easily carry two large boats side by side with room to spare.  The kayak saddles chosen for this adventure are the Malone SeaWing kayak saddles which use universal mounting hardware to attach to Thule loadbars (as shown here), Inno, and Yakima crossbars as well as virtually all factory crossbars.  These boats aren’t going to budge during the trip thanks to well done strapping down with the included load straps and bow/stern tie downs.  For easier loading and unloading of the kayaks, the Malone Seawing kayak carrier can be combined with the Malone Stinger Lift Assist, which uses a sliding V-shaped cradle that extends backwards from the SeaWing saddle, providing a lower and further back loading point that will guide the boat forward into the saddles as you are lifting and pushing.

Complete 2010 Subaru Forester kayak roof rack install details page

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Thule Racks 571 Box Lift for Storing Cargo Boxes

by rackdawg on April 9, 2010

Picture of the Thule 571 Box Lift mounted to a garage ceiling for storing a cargo roof box.

Picture of the Thule 571 Box Lift mounted to a garage ceiling for storing a cargo roof box.

Check out this great picture of a customer installation of the Thule 571 Box Lift. This is the perfect solution for storing a cargo box up on the garage ceiling. Also works very well for storing a ladder, kayak, canoe and more. The best part is you can just drive your car into the garage and park it under the Thule 571 Storage Lift and install and remove your store gear on the vehicle roof rack as needed.

Thule 571 Box Lift install details

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Thule 821XT Locking Low-Rider Bike Rack

by rackdawg on April 9, 2010

Image of the Thule 821XT Locking Low-Rider bike rack recently released by Thule Racks. ideal for mounting to pickup truck beds or any flat surface. Includes a premium locking quick-release skwer with Thule lock and keys included.

Image of the Thule 821XT Locking Low-Rider bike rack recently released by Thule Racks. Ideal for mounting to pickup truck beds or any flat surface. Includes a premium locking quick-release skwer with Thule lock and keys included.

Another sweet new bike rack product is now available from Thule Racks for mounting to a pickup truckbed or to any surface such as the back of a van, on a trailer, boat etc. The Thule 821XT Locking Low-Rider bike rack features a premium locking quick-release skewer to simultaneously lock the bicycle to the rack and also ensure the bike remains stable and in place at all times during transit. The Thule 821XT Low-Rider also is a great solution for a cheap bike storage rack when mounted to a 2×4 and attached to a wall or similar surface. Includes a Thule lock with keys for inserting into the quick release skewer.

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Riverside Surfboard Rack & Surfboard Storage Hanger

by rackdawg on March 18, 2010

Great news from the good people at Riverside Cartop Carriers, located in New Hampshire. For 2010, they are releasing a couple of solid products in the surfboard rack and surfboard storage categories…
Riverside surfboard carrier kit that includes foam blocks and rack straps.

Riverside surfboard carrier kit that includes foam blocks and rack straps. A simple and cheap solution for carrying your boards on your car top.

 The Riverside Surfboard Rack is an excellent, cheap car roof top surfboard carrier that consists of a set of 4 well-constructed and long lasting foam blocks that work with any car with or without racks. Installs on cars with factory racks and vehicles with aftermarket car rack systems. And also mounts directly to the roof top of any car that has nothing on the rooftop at all. Carries 1 or 2 surfboards of any size. Works as an excellent rental car surfboard rack too.

The Riverside Surfboard Storage hanger and SUP Stand Up Paddle Board Storage Hanger mounts to any wall and delivers a nice clean and organized solution for storing your boards.

The Riverside Surfboard Storage hanger and SUP Stand Up Paddle Board Storage Hanger mounts to any wall and delivers a nice clean and organized solution for storing your boards.

The Riverside Surfboard Hanger / SUP Storage Hanger is a wall mounting surfboard storage hanger & stand up paddle board SUP hanger. Features a simple, easy to install and use design. Holds up to 2 surfboards or standup paddleboards. The price is also very attractive.

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Toyota Matrix Bike Rack Cargo Carrier with Thule 604 Ascent 1600 Cargo Box and Yakima Sprocket Rocket Bike Racks

by Rack James on November 5, 2009

Customer install picture of Toyota Matrix using Yakima Q Tower base rack system with Thule Ascent Cargo box and Yakima Sprocket Rocket bike racks.

Customer install picture of Toyota Matrix using Yakima Q Tower base rack system with Thule Ascent Cargo box and Yakima Sprocket Rocket bike racks.

These folks went on a crosscountry road trip in their Toyota Matrix and were able to take plenty of gear and toys with room to spare inside the vehicle.  For a base rack, they are using the Yakima Q Tower complete system.  On top is a Thule 604 Ascent 1600 Cargo Box.  For bike transport, they are using a pair of Yakima Sprocket Rockets.  Just goes to show that you don’t need a van to carry everything you need to have an amazing trip.

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Carrying a Kayak on a 2005 Subaru Forester Factory Rack

by rackdawg on September 21, 2009

Q: I have a 2005 Subaru Forester with a factory rack and crossbars installed. I needto haul one 11 foot kayak. Recommendations?

A: You are in luck because you can save money by simply attaching a kayak rack to your factory rack crossbars. you do not have to invest in a multi-purpose base rack system to replace your factory rack. You can choose from any of these factory rack compatible kayak racks. The two most popular categories of kayak carriers are kayak racks that carry the kayak flat and

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Q and A for Thule Bike Storage Rack, Ford Focus, Inno Fairing

by rackdawg on September 21, 2009

Mounting the Thule Storage Bike Rack to the Wall

Q: Can the Thule BSTK2 bike storage rack be mounted on the wall to get the bikes a little higher and out of the way? Does the base come apart I could wall mount?

A: Yes the base is removeable, so it is possible to custom install to the wall providing you have the skill to drill and mount etc. This is not something recommended by Thule Racks, of course, and would invalidate the warranty. Other easier options can be found using some of the Delta bike storage racks such as the Leonardo or Chagall models.

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Using Yakima Q Tower Roof Rack as a Ford Focus Car Rack System

Q: Can the Yakima Q Tower car racks cause rain to seep into around door? I am think of using this as a Ford Focus roof rack.

A: No chance of rain getting in. Car rack manufacturers invest much time and money engineering systems to prevent any possible water issues. The Q Towers roofrack is no exception. The Q clips provide a seemless fit so they don’t impact the car doors.

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Inno Car Rack Fairing on 2010 Subaru Forester X Factory Rack

Q: Thinking about an Inno fairing for my 2010 Subaru Forester X. I have the factory crossbars only, with a Yakima Powderhound ski rack on top and am getting CONSIDERABLE wind noise at 50+ mph. The sizing guide says to use a 32 inch, but it seems like the 39 inch would be more appropriate (as the “silver part” of the crossbar itself is 38.5 inches). Which size do you think is best, and will this Inno Fairing be compatible with what I have/solve my wind noise problem?

A: That sounds like a very tight fit, and this is probably why Inno Racks decided on the small size in this situation. But if the total measurement of the crossbar from the inside of each side rail is at least 39″ then this should fit. You can always trim the fairing edges if that what it takes to make a perfect fit. Fairings are designed to eliminate that rack noise that can randomly occur. You’ll be happy with how effective the fairing takes care of this issue.

http://www.orsracksdirect.com/inno-roof-rack-farings.html

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