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Chariot CX 2 / CX 1 Baby Jogging Strollers, Bike Trailers & Ski Pulks

by rackdawg on February 5, 2012

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Image of the 2012 Chariot CX 1 child carrier for use as a baby jogger-baby stroller, bike trailer, ski pulk and more when used with the Chariot CTS conversion kits.

 

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Image of the 2012 Chariot CX 2 two-seat child carrier for use as a double baby jogger-double baby stroller, 2 child bike trailer, ski pulk and more when used with the Chariot CTS conversion kits.

Recently purchased by the Thule Group (parent company of Thule Racks), Chariot Carriers represent the pinnacle of premium, deluxe child, infant and baby transport solutions. Featuring the proprietary CTS (Child Transport System) conversion kits, each basic Chariot carrier (also called a chassis) can combine with any of the various CTS Conversion Kits to serve as a baby jogger, baby stroller, child bike trailer, ski pulk shuttle or hiking tow-behind trailer. The Chariot CX 1 child carrier and the Chariot CX 2 child carrier are the top-of-the-line models, delivering the utmost in luxurious comfort, efficiency and ease of use, as well as high-performance. The CX 1 and CX 2 models both work with all the Chariot Carriers CTS conversion kits – simply attach the CTS Strolling Kit for a single or double baby stroller; the CTS Jogging Kit for a single or double baby jogger; CTS Cycling Kit for a one or two child bike trailer; CTS Cross Country Ski Kit for a ski pulk to tow one or two children while nordic skiing or snowshoeing; CTS Hiking Kit for towing behind you the CX 1 or CX 2 while hiking with the family. Besides the conversion kits, many Chariot Carrier accessories are also available.

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Can I Install Longer Aero Bars on My 2011 VW Jetta?

by Rack Magic Woman on January 30, 2012

Q: Current Vehicle: 2001 VW Jetta (IV) – Future Vehicle: 2011 VW Golf (VI)

I am currently looking at getting Thule cross bars for my car (480R Foot Pack, RB47 Rapid Aero Bars, KIT 1051, 871XT Fairing 38”); however, I am also considering getting a new car in the next year or so. When I look up the parts that are recommended for the new car, I see that I would need a new fit kit (KIT 1323), aero bars (RB53), and possibly a new fairing (both the 871XT and the 872XT 44” are listed). My question is two fold: is it possible to install longer aero bars (putting the RB53’s on the 2001 Jetta) then recommended (I have seen many cars with longer square bars, but I am less familiar with how the aero bars are assembled), and do you know if the 44” fairing would fit on my current car?

A: Because of the way the Rapid Aero bars connect to the foot–via a channel located at the end of the bar–you cannot get a longer bar than what is listed as fitting your vehicle because the connection channels would be too far apart to settle into the tabs on the top of foot. As far as the fairing, you generally can go up or down a size without too much trouble. It just might look a little funny.

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Advice on Attaching Cargo Carrier to Infiniti EX35

by Rack Magic Woman on January 27, 2012

Q: Do I understand I need the foot pack and the square rails to attach one of your cargo carriers to my Infiniti EX35?  Can you also give me your best fit for my car – 3 moderate sized pieces of luggage.

A:  Does your Infiniti have factory raised side rails or a naked roof? And just to clarify, are you looking for a luggage box or a cargo basket?

Q:  I have the raised roof rails and I would like an aero luggage box.

A: The Thule Altantis 1600 ought to have enough room for three suitcases with a bit to spare. Dimensions: 74″(L) x 36″(W) x 16.3″(H). We have plenty of other shapes and sizes available.

And yes, you do need to get some kind of crossbars between those roof rails to  use a box. Take a look at the Thule 450R system – the new aerodynamic crossbar shape is quieter than square bars.

Q: I have the factory crossbars (packed away) but they are fixed at 19″ spacing, hence the interest in the Thule system.  I assume the Thule system will elevate the box to clear the factory spoiler.

A: You will get a few inches of elevation with the 450R. To be sure about spoiler clearance, you may need to do some measurements, but the mounting hardware on the boxes allows for some fore/aft adjustment to prevent hatch interference.

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by Rack Magic Woman on January 26, 2012

Q:  I currently drive a 2011 Honda Fit Sport.  On the 2007 Nissan Sentra, which I no longer own, I bought online a Fit Kit. I already have the bars, etc. I just needed a Kit to match with the bars, intended for 2011 Honda Fit. The following link, http://www.orsracksdirect.com/thule-racks-2180-fitkit-honda-fit-roof-rack.html, is what I found, thus I ordered them originally.

I am confused with the 2 Fit Kits you mentioned below, each having their respective systems. If the above link is no longer valid, suggest to update it accordingly to redirect to the appropriate model, system applicable to date.

Pardon me asking, why would there be 2 Fit Kits of different systems? What is the correct item for my 2011 Honda Fit Sport?

In closing, please ship out the vehicle specific rack systems with the fit guides developed by our vendors for approved an tested fits applicable for my 2011 Honda Fit Sport.

A: The link to the 2180 fit kit you found which stated it is for the Honda Fit is for the Honda Fit model years 2007–2008. Your Honda Fit, being a 2011, requires a different fit kit.

The reason there are two different fit kits is because Thule made two different rack systems for the Honda Fit. Please review the following links and let us know which is the system that matches what you had on your 2007 Nissan Sentra. The Thule 400XT Aero Foot Pack or the Thule 480 Traverse Foot Pack.

Once you have confirmed this then we can make sure you get the correct fit kit for the system you currently have that you want to now put on your Honda Fit.

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Hitch Rack for Carbon Road Bikes?

by Rack Magic Woman on January 23, 2012

Q: I’m looking for suggestions on what rack you would recommend as a hitch rack for carbon road bikes?

A:  My go to rack in this category is the Thule 916XTR T2, $395.95. Part of that is simply because I am and have always been a Thule gal. But I do also like the design and features of the T2. That being said, the Yakima HoldUp, $377.10, has many of the same features as the T2 including the ability to add a 2 bike add on to carry 4 bikes.

I am least familiar with the Saris 4239 Thelma 3, $332.99, and I am not all that impressed with the look of the plastic wheel trays. But I am sure it is still a great rack and it is the least expensive option.

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Correct size bars for 2003 Passat and 2007 Volvo XC90?

by Rack Magic Woman on December 30, 2011

Q:  I have two vehicles, a 2003 VW Passat Wagon and a 2007 Volvo XC 90. I’m looking to equip them with a Thule system, and both have factory rails–so I believe I’ll require the Thule Crossroads 450.  However, I’m unsure whether the 50″ or the 58″ Thule load bars will be sufficient, or will I need  different size bars to accommodate the VW and Volvo?

A:  Yes, both vehicles will use the Thule 450 CrossRoad Roof Rack System. It is true that the Volvo takes the 58” load bars and the VW takes the 50” bars. However, you could still use the 58” bars on the VW if you don’t mind the extra 4 inches on either side.

And, while the Volvo does call for the 58” bars you may be able to trim them down once you mount them and see how they fit. Thule only lists the minimum bar length you can use, but since they only sell the bars in certain lengths it is possible you could get away with something in between 50” and 58”. They are easy to cut down with a hack saw.

We also have a couple of 450 packages that include locks that will save you a bit of money if you were to buy the rack and locks separately since the racks do not come with the locks. One package comes with the 58” bars and one comes with the 50” bars.

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Rack Set Up for 2010 GMC Canyon 4 door Crew Cab

by Rack Magic Woman on December 27, 2011

Q: I would like the dual kayak system as shown in the  picture below for my 2010 GMC Canyon 4 Door Crew Cab. Can you please provide a required material list?

traverse-half-pack-tacomaA: Here is what you will need for this set up on your 2010 GMC Canyon 4 door crew cab:

Thule 480 Traverse Half Pack Rack (includes 480 Traverse half foot pack, single LB58 load bar & 1461 fit kit) – This will be the single bar that will mount to the top of your truck cab.

Thule 997 GoalPost T-Bar Hitch Rack – This is the rear bar that will attach to your receiver hitch.

Thule 883 Glide & Set Kayak Rack x 2 – These are the kayak saddles and tie downs.

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Rack System for 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee with the stock flush rails

by Rack Magic Woman on December 8, 2011

Q: I just bought a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee with the stock flush rails. I was wondering if you guys have any advice for rack system. Thule vs Yakima. I can’t find too much info. It seems like the flush roof rails are somewhat limiting in how far you can spread the bars. I need a rack for carrying bikes and a travel box, but also a single rowing shell. The single is about 28′ long, but only weighs 35#. It comes with a boat carrier and some heavy duty, C-shaped clamps. I have put the boat carrier on Subaru factory aero bars, and it put some dents in the bars. I did use it on an older rack with the square Thule bars without problem. I was thinking of going with the Thule RB47′s, but any thoughts would be appreciated.

A: Your 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee with the factory installed flush rails can accept either the Thule 460R Rapid Podium Roof Rack System (includes 460R Rapid Podium foot pack, RB47 cross bars and 4019 fit kit) or the 480R Rapid Traverse Roof Rack System (includes the 480R Traverse Rapid foot pack, RB47 cross bars and 1656 fit kit). The 480R system does attach to the door jams (which you do not want) and only have a weight capacity of 130lbs. While the 460R attaches to the factory rails and have a weight rating of 165lbs. So it sounds like the 460R would be the better choice for you. Unfortunately, I cannot find a maximum spread on the 460R system from Thule.

Another option if you want the ultimate in versatility and best bar spread is to install a set of Thule TP54 54″ Thule Tracks to the roof of your Jeep and then use the Thule 430R Rapid Tracker II Roof rack System (includes 430R Rapid foot pack, RB47 cross bars and TK1 fit kit) on the tracks. The tracks do require drilling into the top of your Jeep’s roof. Here are the instructions to give you an idea of what is involved.

The cargo box and rowing shell carrier will fit on the Rapid Aero bars. I am not sure what bike racks you have so cannot say about those, but if they were on your Subaru with the factory bars then they will also fit onto the Rapid Aero bars.

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Thule 599 Big Mouth for 2010 Mercedes Benz GLK 350?

by Rack Magic Woman on December 6, 2011

Q: I own a Mercedes Benz GLK 350 2010 with factory crossbars and would like to install a Thule 599 big mouth rack. Will the bike rack fit on my factory crossbars?
A: The online fit guides don’t showing a version of your car with factory crossbars, just side rails (you should be able to use the Thule 599 if the crossbars are present) – so I checked with Thule and sure enough they said there is a OEM bar option that you probably have and you can use the Thule 599 Big Mouth with your 2010 Mercedes Benz GLK 350. If you didn’t have the optional crossbars, you could have gone with a Thule 450 or 450r system as a base rack and then add accessories for four seasons.

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Roof Rack for 2011 Nissan Rogue S?

by Rack Magic Woman on December 1, 2011

Q:  Is there a recommended roof rack system, a fixed rack system,  for a 2011 nissan rogue s  with naked roof?

A:  Yes, we do have a roof rack system for your 2011 Nissan Rogue. I would recommend either of the two options below. The only difference is the bar style. The second one is a more modern design and might better suit your vehicle and your style if you are into that.

 Thule 480 Traverse Roof Rack System, (includes 480 Travers foot pack, LB58 load bars and 1587 fit kit).

Thule 480R Rapid Traverse Roof Rack, (includes 480R Travers foot pack, ARB53AeroBlade bars and 1587 fit kit).

 But then I noticed that you mentioned “fixed system”. Do you mean you want to permanently drill into the roof of your vehicle and do a permanent rack system? If that is the case then you have a couple of other options noted below.

 Thule 460 Podium Roof Rack System, (includes 460 Podium foot pack, LB58 load bars and TK14 attachment points). With this system, the four attachment points are fixed in place. Here are the installation instructions for this system.

Thule 460R Rapid Podium Car Rack, (includes 460 Podium foot pack, LB58 load bars and TK14 attachment points). Same system as above with the AeroBlade bars.

 Another option is to mount a set of Thule TP54 54″ Tracks and then one of the two above mentioned 460(R) systems (but instead of the TK14 you will get the TK1). This option is a little more versatile since it allows you to slide and adjust the distance between cross bars from front to back. Here are the installation instructions for this system.

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Soft Roof Carrier for Mazda 5?

by Rack Magic Woman on November 30, 2011

Q: I’ve got a Mazda5 minivan with integrated side rails on the roof and am looking for a roof rack set to load a soft carrier onto. Looks like you guys have several options and expert advice. Can you advise on an option for me?

A: We actually offer a cargo bag (the Yakima FarOut Pro Roof Bag) that can mount directly to the roof of most vehicles without any additional racks. However, your Mazda 5 has sliding rear doors, which I believe may not allow this, though you may be able to mount it through the front doors. This would be the best option, since you will only be using it once in a great while.

Otherwise you will need a base rack to attach a cargo bag. The least expensive, yet still quality, option will be the Inno IN-XR Roof Rack System (includes IN-XR stays, B117 cross bars and TR120 fit hooks). NOTE: this assumes your Mazda 5 is a 2006-2010. If not then the actual fit and components may be different.

Using this base rack will give you many more options of cargo bags to choose from. Here are a couple to look at:
SportRack Sherpa 13 Car Roof Bag – bare bones, budget bag.
Thule 846 Quest Roof Bag – middle of the road in features and price.
Thule 857 Caravan Roof Bag – best bang for your buck.

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Hullavator for my kayak on 2012 Subaru Outback

by Rack Magic Woman on November 29, 2011

Q: I am planning on buying a 2011 or 2012 subaru outback.  I have the Thule 45050 Complete railing rack with feet, locks and 50″ bars

 I hope to buy a hullavator for my kayak,the thule says it will work on this car but I can’t figure out how I can get the hullavator far enough apart to properly fit around my cockpit. The racks need to be 36″ apart.  From the pictures I’ve seen, the rack seems “fixed” and unable to accommodate rack placement this far apart and, I can’t find any dimensions on line.

 Do you have any experience mounting a thule hullavator system on a 2010 subaru or newer?? If so, what rack combination worked for you? How far apart were you able to place the Thule crossbars?

 A:  We do not necessarily have any direct experience installing the 45050 on the vehicle you mentioned, but we do know that is does fit and as you stated the Thule Fit Guide states the Hullavator will work on this car.

 Here is a link to the Hullavator Instructions to maybe help clear things up a little.

 Please note on page 2 that “Load bars must be at least 24″ (610mm)apart for safe use.”. But you do not need to clear the boat’s cockpit in order to use the rack.

 Also note on page 2, the first step in #1 states that “Load bars must extend equally between 4″ and 8″ beyond foot. Adjust as necessary. In rare instances, longer load bars then those recommended in the Thule Fit Guide may be required for your vehicle.” This is to make sure the kayak and rack do not make contact with the car when the rack is pulled out and down. There is no way to know in advance if this will be an issue. Often times it is best to buy longer bars and then cut them down if they are too long or there is not risk of interference with the side of the car.

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Will Thule Hullavator work on Hyundai Tucson?

by Rack Magic Woman on November 23, 2011

Q: I have a Hyundai Tuscon 2005 with roof side racks and Yakima cross bars presently using the Malone system Kayak racks. Will two the Hull a Vator kayak systems fit on my car?

A: Yes! The Thule Hullavator will work on your Yakima cross bars. The only thing you should be aware of is that you need 4 to 8 inches of bar overhang, which you probably don’t have with the crossbars recommended for your vehicle in the Yakima Fit Guide. When the Hullavator is in the down position, it will make contact with the side of your car if not mounted far enough outboard.

Hullavator carries a boat up to 32 inches wide, and the Tucson tapers out quite a bit from the roof to the doors, so I’d go with a 66 inch cross bar, get both racks set up so as not to bang into your car, then trim the excess bar with a hacksaw.

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All-in-one Rack for Surfboard, kayak and bike?

by Rack Magic Woman on November 11, 2011

Q: I’m wondering does anyone (either Thule or Yakima or whoever) sell a carrier that supports surfboard/kayak/bike all-in-one?   I’m going to be buying a new SUV soon and wanted to find out this info first and would rather just get it all-in-one.   If not, what’s the best product for just surfboard/kayak?

A: The INA-444 is a great carrier for kayaks, stand-up paddleboards or surfboards.  It works very well with plastic recreational boats, but probably isn’t the best choice for Kevlar or fiberglass touring kayaks. 

And with a base rack system by Thule, Yakima or Inno, you could simultaneously use both the surf/kayak carrier and any of a number of bike carriers offered on our site. With wide enough crossbars, it will likely be possible to carry two bikes alongside your watersports carrier.

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Can the Whispbar T17 HDXB be mounted onto Thule or Yakima tracks?

by Rack Magic Woman on November 2, 2011

Q:  Can the Whispbar T17 HDXB  be mounted onto  Thule or Yakima tracks using the Thule  K450 fit kit? Also what is the weight capacity of the HDXB bars?

A: Yes, the Whispbar T17 HDXB  can be mounted onto Thule or Yakima tracks using the Thule  K450 fit kit. The weight capacity of the HDXB bars  is 100 kg or 220 lbs.

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Surfboard Rack for Audi TT Coupe

by Rack Magic Woman on October 31, 2011

Q: I have a 2000 Audi TT. I need a cheap but sturdy rack for a long surfboard (11 foot). I would prefer a surfboard package but I do not have a base rack system on the TT right now. What should I do?

A: First of all to carry a long surfboard you will need to get a base rack system for your TT.  I would recommend Thule’s 480 Traverse system. Then you would need a way to secure it to the roof rack. I would recommend Inno’s INA744 boardlocker which fits perfectly onto Thule’s base rack and gives you the capability to lock your surfboard.

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Looking for a kayak rack for my 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan

by Rack Magic Woman on October 27, 2011

Q: I’m looking for a kayak rack for my 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (Wolfsburg edition). I have the two bars on top of my roof but I don’t have cross ties (racks) to hold the kayak. The car has a panoramic sunroof (large) and an antenna on the roof in the back in the middle. Can you recommend a kayak rack for this car? I’d prefer to spend $100 or less for the cross bars/tie off.

A: Your best bet is the Thule 450 CrossRoads ($228.85 a bit more than $100 but well worth it) system and once you have these bars spanning across the vehicle you can use any type of kayak rack. The type of kayak rack you select is somewhat dependent on the kayak type/material you buy. Super wide kayaks may be best in a J cradle like the 835xtr, or if getting an expensive fiberglass boat then consider the 883 Glide and Set.

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Installing Rack on 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited – Fiberglass Top

by Rack Magic Woman on October 20, 2011

Q: I’m looking to install a Yakima rack on a 4 door 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. Here’s question 1. What is the maximum weight load that I can put on the racks? At the most I would be carrying two Kayaks and 2 mountain bikes at the same time. Question(s) 2. I get the impression from looking at your site info that there are two approaches to installing a Yakima rack. One uses a track which is mounted to the fiberglass top to which the towers are mounted on. The other seems to use landing pads which get mounted directly to the roof. Assuming this is true, it seems the track approach provides more flexibility since you can move the towers to adjust the distance between the bars. In comparison using the landing pads mean once you select the position, you cannot change it. Is this true? And lastly, without seeing more detail of the CapNut hardware, I’m not sure how this works (e.g., how big are the holes and how many do you have to drill?, how big are the bolts?, how are they tightened?). Can you provide a little more description? Once I drill holes in the fiberglass roof, I won’t be able to undrill them and want to be sure they will be secure relative to mechanical loading, be H20 proof, and if necessary, replaceable. Should I worry about cracking or splitting emanating from the holes?

A: Unfortunately this is a difficult vehicle to install a rack upon to provide a lot of weight capacity. And in fact, Yakima does not give any indication of weight limits to I cannot give you any maximum load level. Yakima has two suggested options, first is using the 1A Raingutter System but to only mount on the rear door gutter for 24’ of bar spread. Second, is to permanent mount with LP6 and a Control Tower System but even here they say to not mount on the removable t-top portion up front.

Here are the notes for the permanent install from Yakima:

Notes
405. Weight and load limits must be determined by the customer. Load limitations can vary depending on placement of Landing Pads and strength of material being attached to. Landing Pad 7 has a maximum weight rating up to 100lbs.
406. Do not install Landing Pads on the removable panel over the doors. Only install over the rear portion of the hardtop.
409. A factory installed luggage carrier will prohibit the installation of this application.
411. Landing Pads 6 and 7 are a permanent installation. Be sure to look at the CrossBar Spread Table to determine the correct distance between brackets for your loads.
412. A sunroof or moonroof will prohibit the installation of this application.
415. Fairing length may vary depending on location of Landing Pad installation. Measure the distance between your Yakima towers to determine an appropriate length.

There is a third viable options using tracks but please note Yakima provides no recommendations for use of a track, but we sell this option all day long for mounting into fiberglass truck caps. With tracks you need to drill 5 holes per track, they do provide silicon sealant and I’m not sure how to measure the hole but the bolt is about the thickness of a number 2 pencil, and maybe a inch and half long. I would overseal to prevent leakage, and to date have not heard of any roof cracking (one truck caps which they are used on a lot) or leakage or replacement issues, but since these are mechanical devices in a fiberglass roof then all are possibilites and none can be ruled out. I personally have drilled into my own truck cap back in 2004 with a Yakima track and have no issues but I would always worry somewhat about cracking or splitting emanating from the holes. I’ve inspected my cap every few years and see no signs of failure. Whether a Jeep top is of the same level of constructions I cannot answer.

Now Thule (a competing brand) offers a bit more leniency with weight ratings, in fact they say you can carry up to 165lbs, this is using their 300 Raingutter System with at least 58” bars.

So given your situation and what you want to carry, I say go Thule (at least you have their sanctioned fit) and avoid the drilling issues!

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Need advice on a SUP rack for a 2008 Chevy Suburban

by Rack Magic Woman on October 19, 2011

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!

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Options for Surfboard Rack for 2006 Honda Accord Sedan

by Rack Magic Woman on October 17, 2011

Q: I have a 2006 Honda Accord 4 door sedan – what are the options for a surfboard rack that will work with my car?

A:  Here is some information on carrying surf boards on a 2006 Honda Accord 4 door sedan.

Base rack options:

Thule 480 Traverse Roof Rack System, this rack system includes the 480 foot pack, 1304 fit kit and 58” cross bars. This would be my first choice for the base rack. I have used them for years and always had good luck.

Yakima Q Towers Roof Rack System, this rack system includes the Q Tower foot packs, Q Clips (Q6 front, Q83 rear) and 48” cross bars. Yakima is the other major brand besides Thule. They are also a quality brand. They use round bars where Thule uses square bars.

Inno IN-SU Roof Rack System, this rack system includes the IN-SU foot packs, K294 fit clips and 50” cross bars. Inno is the most popular rack system in Asia and has been making inroads in the US market over the past years. Their fit & finish is slightly less dialed than Thule or Yakima. They use the exact same shape and size bars as Thule.

Surf Carriers(all require one of the above base racks and all will fit any of the above racks no matter the brand):

Thule 809 Double-Decker Surf Rack,  Lockable holds up to two boards.

Yakima WaveHog SUP / Surf Rack, Lockable, holds up to three boards.

Inno INA744 BoardLocker Board Rack,  Lockable, holds up to two boards.

As you can see there are lots of great choices for a 2006 Honda Accord surfboard rack – hope this helps!

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2011 Honda CR-V Snowboard-Ski Rack Mounted to Thule AeroBlade Bars

by Rack Princess on October 13, 2011

Image of 2011 Honda CRV roof rack setup comprised of Thule 460R Rapid Podium with 3042 Fit Kit and AeroBlade bars.

Image of 2011 Honda CRV roof rack setup comprised of Thule 460R Rapid Podium with 3042 Fit Kit and AeroBlade bars. This Ski Rack for 2011 Honda CR-V is the Thule 92725 Universal Flat Top Ski & Snowboard Carrier.

A fantastic roof rack setup for a 2011 Honda CR-V, this Thule 460R Rapid podium roof rack includes the Thule 460R Podium Foot Pack, Thule 3042 Podium Fit Kit and a set of Thule AeroBlade ARB47 bars.   This rack system attaches to the roof of the CR-V via the 4 fixed rack attachment points on the roof of the 2011 Honda CR-V. The 92725 Thule Universal Flat Top snowboard and ski carrier nicely compliments this setup. It can hold as many as 6 pairs of skis or 4 snowboards or a mixture of the two.

More details on 2011 Honda CR-V roof rack for fixed attachment points…

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2010 Honda Accord 2DR Car Rack w/ Thule 480 Traverse Foot Pack, 1559 Fit Kit, LB58 Bars and 487 SRA Kit

by Rack Princess on October 6, 2011

Image of Thule 480 Traverse car rack with 487 Traverse SRA Short Roof Adapter Kit for 2010 Honda Accord 2-door.

Image of Thule 480 Traverse car rack with 487 Traverse SRA Short Roof Adapter Kit for 2010 Honda Accord 2-door.

This 2010 Honda Accord 2 Door Roof Rack is composed of the 480 Thule Traverse rack system paired with the Thule Traverse SRA (487) short roof adapter kit.  This is the ideal roof carrier set up for the 2 Door accord short roof line. They complete system includes Thule 1559 Fit Kit ( the correct fit kit for 2010 Honda Accord) and LB58 Thule Load bars.

More details on roof rack for 2010 Honda Accord short roof…

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Chevy Suburban Roof Bike Rack System and Hitch Mount Bike Rack

by Rack James on October 4, 2011

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 599XTR bike racks and the Thule 916XTR T2 hitch bike rack with the Thule 918XTR T2 2 bike add-on.

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.

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How to Mount Thule Ski Racks Flush to AeroBlade & Whispbar Crossbars

by rackdawg on October 4, 2011

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Check out this cool video that shows how to mount Thule ski racks (including 92726 Universal Pull Top, 92725 Universal Flat Top, 92724 Universal Flat Top, order model 91725, 91724, 91726 etc.) flush to the Thule AeroBlade load bars, all Whispbar roof rack cross bars, all TracRac truck racks, all Votex brand OEM car racks, Thule 422XT Xsporter truck rack cross bars and so forth (these cross bars all share the same feature, a T-slot channel running the entire length of each bar). Using the Thule Ski Rack Flush Mount Adapter Kit the conversion procedure is a quick process that simply removes the Thule SpeedLink Clamp Mounts using a wrench on the 92726, 92725 and 92724 ski-snowboard rack models. Then insert the included T-bolts into the two holes on the underside of each cradle arm and loosely tighten an included wing knob to the end of the T-bolt. Then just slide each cradle arm onto the T-slot channel of each cross bar and then tighten down fully. That’s it! For the older model ski carriers such as the 91726, 91725, 91724, instead of using a wrench you use a drill to simply drill out the rivets that are holding the upper clamp arms onto the underside of each ski carrier cradle arm. Then you follow the same process of inserting the T-bolts into the holes you drilled to remove the rivets. The result of a flush mount ski rack is a much more lower profile, premium looking set up.

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Thule 460R Rapid Podium Foot Pack, 3042 Fit Kit & AeroBlade Bars On Honda CRV

by rackdawg on September 29, 2011

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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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Thule 92726 Universal Pull Top Snowboard-Ski Carrier Video

by rackdawg on September 29, 2011

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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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Thule 92724 & Thule 92725 Universal Flat Top Ski Racks Video

by rackdawg on September 28, 2011

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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.

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2008 Volvo XC70 Roof Rack with Thule AeroBlade Load Bars

by Rack Princess on September 27, 2011

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This 2008 Volvo XC70 Roof Rack features  Thule AeroBlade load bars used with the 450R Thule Rapid CrossRoad Roof Rack. This complete car rack system comes with a pair of 53″ length Thule ARB53 AeroBlade load bars and the system attaches directly to the factory side rails of the  2008 Volvo XC70.  Also includes 4 pack of locks.

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Thule 450R Rapid CrossRoad Foot Pack & AeroBlade Bars On Volvo XC70

by rackdawg on September 26, 2011

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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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Thule AeroBlade Load Bars Video Review

by rackdawg on September 22, 2011

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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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