Roof rack question

[vt_maverick]

Joe,

When you talked to Yakima did you ask about using one of the bags instead? (see link)

http://www.yakima.com/racks/cargo/pr...etout-pro.aspx

It appears that the mounting system is strap-based instead of hardware-based, so maybe this would be a universal solution? Not as cool looking as an aero box, but would be lighter, cheaper, and easier to store...

Thoughts anybody?

Ashley

[PHO2GR4]

What about the Thule Expedition rack? Like this:

[Joe Isuzu]

What about the Thule Expedition rack? Like this:

Is that like a basket? It's so thin I'm assuming it has to be. If it is like a basket, then it's not really what I'm considering. This is more of a luggage, clothes carrier type of thing is what I'm after.

[Gussie2000]

Oh yes guys !

I finally got a set of those in-extintion roof racks by one of our now ex-member from minnesota $ 250 with shipping included

[mdwyer]

Well, if there's an unofficial list going around, you might pencil my name in at the bottom... I could use a little something on the roof of my Proton.

Also, for those looking for roof rack parts, apparently Biju is trying to be sneaky and sell some of his parts on ebay. Alydog is one of the accounts he uses. Right now there's a door panel, a tower, and a cover for sale.

[Gussie2000]

Oh yes i saw that auction,i had the tower plastic cover in my watching list,but i didn't make it on time to bid today evening.

I have an idea,if any of you guys are about to sale your VX to some one who isn't seems interested in the board you should offer for sale those racks to any of the members who has being waiting around to purchase a set. What you guys think about that

[taylorRichie]

I was watching that same cover... I just didn't see paying $40 for it...

Figure I could use something else to cover up.

[Joe Isuzu]

Oh yes i saw that auction,i had the tower plastic cover in my watching list,but i didn't make it on time to bid today evening.

I have an idea,if any of you guys are about to sale your VX to some one who isn't seems interested in the board you should offer for sale those racks to any of the members who has being waiting around to purchase a set. What you guys think about that

I think it's a good idea, but honestly I would prefer to sell my VX w/rack to someone here anyway. I would hope that someone in the club would appreciate it better than someone in the general public.

[Joe Isuzu]

Joe,

When you talked to Yakima did you ask about using one of the bags instead? (see link)

http://www.yakima.com/racks/cargo/pr...etout-pro.aspx

It appears that the mounting system is strap-based instead of hardware-based, so maybe this would be a universal solution? Not as cool looking as an aero box, but would be lighter, cheaper, and easier to store...

Thoughts anybody?

Ashley

Hey Ashley, I'm assuming that a bag will work. Yakmia told me on the phone that it was only meant for bike and snowboards I think. Didn't mention bags, but I'm guessing that will work. I know rationally the bag makes more sense, cheaper, easier to store, etc I just prefer the cargo carrier as it looks cooler. Kinda like the VX, there are TONS of SUV's that make much more sense, but it looks so cool!

[vt_maverick]

Hey Ashley, I'm assuming that a bag will work. Yakmia told me on the phone that it was only meant for bike and snowboards I think. Didn't mention bags, but I'm guessing that will work. I know rationally the bag makes more sense, cheaper, easier to store, etc I just prefer the cargo carrier as it looks cooler. Kinda like the VX, there are TONS of SUV's that make much more sense, but it looks so cool!

Agreed - the bag was a last ditch option because I need something soon (going to do some OBX beach driving in a few weeks). Glad to see that the much cooler looking Yakima box is available - thanks vehiGAZ!

[Joe Isuzu]

Ashley, I'm so jealous, I used to live in Raleigh and went each summer to the outer banks. It's lovely out there and the thing I liked best was it was mostly deserted. Unfortunately, the trend out there last I heard was for richy-rich neighbourhoods were taking over and crowding out the public beaches.
Now that we're in the western part of SC, it's really a hike out there. Not to mention the new additions to the family make a beach trip out of the question this year. My wife and I really miss the outer banks. She really loved the lighthouses. Surprisingly, SC is kinda weak with lighthouses. I think there's only 3-4 and one of them is already in the ocean.

[vt_maverick]

Update: I decided to order the Skybox 16 after reading vehiGAZ's post, and it fits like a glove. Looks good, perfect (albeit tight) fit, can't wait to use it next weekend!

[VehiGAZ]

Glad I could help!

I just used ours this weekend to clear out our ski house rental in VT. I had it loaded with 3 snowboards (& bindings), 2 pairs skis, 2 pairs ski poles, 2 sets of snowshoes, my "everyday" Yakima ski racks, and a little room to spare (and as usual, the back of the VX was completely packed side-to-side and floor-to-ceiling). We couldn't manage without it...