Help me decide-- Roof Rack?

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mph

Expedition Leader
No update yet...I did call mike at bior but he is super busy...until November
So...I'm a little unsure....shane over on mud has some awesome products but just too darn pricey...
Maybe frontrunner...maybe Baja...
 
Richietherocket

Richietherocket

Adventurer
You might want to check with Garvin Wilderness Racks. They have 5 different models of racks. I have the Expedition Series rack on my FJ Cruiser.
I have mounted my Thule rack with bike carries on it and it works great. Took a week long camping trip and had plenty of space left over.

Good luck
 
p nut

p nut

butter
Some of the suggestions, like the MegaMule, won't hold a RTT, right? I'm also looking for a rack and I considered all of the racks mentioned. I think what will work the best for me is the Gamiviti Flat Rack. Since it comes unpainted, I may have some of that wired mesh welded on one end of the rack (the opposite side of where the RTT will go). Price wise, it is ~$600 shipped. For around $800 when all said and done (mesh welded, powdercoat), I think it will be a good rack. My second choice would be to bite the bullet (maybe the whole gun) and get a frontrunner.

EDIT: Ok, so from this thread: http://www.expeditionportal.com/for...-rack-organization-pics?p=1208886#post1208886 I think this chicken coop flooring is a much better idea. Put it on if I have small items to chuck up top and take it off if I don't.
 
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mph

Expedition Leader
Yeah...it's a tough call. I like Gamiviti but not sure about their accessories. I want something clean...The one thing that is attractive about the Frontrunner is that it's aluminum. Hmmm....



p nut said:
Some of the suggestions, like the MegaMule, won't hold a RTT, right? I'm also looking for a rack and I considered all of the racks mentioned. I think what will work the best for me is the Gamiviti Flat Rack. Since it comes unpainted, I may have some of that wired mesh welded on one end of the rack (the opposite side of where the RTT will go). Price wise, it is ~$600 shipped. For around $800 when all said and done (mesh welded, powdercoat), I think it will be a good rack. My second choice would be to bite the bullet (maybe the whole gun) and get a frontrunner.

EDIT: Ok, so from this thread: http://www.expeditionportal.com/for...-rack-organization-pics?p=1208886#post1208886 I think this chicken coop flooring is a much better idea. Put it on if I have small items to chuck up top and take it off if I don't.
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flyingwil

flyingwil

Supporting Sponsor - Sierra Expeditions
mph said:
No update yet...I did call mike at bior but he is super busy...until November
So...I'm a little unsure....shane over on mud has some awesome products but just too darn pricey...
Maybe frontrunner...maybe Baja...
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I'm going to toss in my 2cents. I dig the Front Runner, the new SlimLine II's are great and a bit cheaper onthe shipping side than the I's. If you plan on adding an Awning, or RTT its simply drilling it, and not worrying because its aluminum.

BajaRacks are great as well for their price.
 
targa88

targa88

Explorer
p nut said:
Some of the suggestions, like the MegaMule, won't hold a RTT, right? I'm also looking for a rack and I considered all of the racks mentioned. I think what will work the best for me is the Gamiviti Flat Rack. Since it comes unpainted, I may have some of that wired mesh welded on one end of the rack (the opposite side of where the RTT will go). Price wise, it is ~$600 shipped. For around $800 when all said and done (mesh welded, powdercoat), I think it will be a good rack. My second choice would be to bite the bullet (maybe the whole gun) and get a frontrunner.

EDIT: Ok, so from this thread: http://www.expeditionportal.com/for...-rack-organization-pics?p=1208886#post1208886 I think this chicken coop flooring is a much better idea. Put it on if I have small items to chuck up top and take it off if I don't.
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Check with the folks @ Bajarack. They make a model that does work with an RTT.
 
NM-Frontier

NM-Frontier

Explorer
Glad to see that you haven't made a decision either! I'm down to two: the Gamiviti(made in Co by a cruiser head/cost and simple) or the Frontrunner ( aluminum and very clean looking, lots of accessories support). I like the idea of all the accessories that Frontrunner has, but in reality I just need to carry my RTT and a couple of Jerry cans, and both will do that. Don't know why but I just can't pull the trigger on one just yet.
 
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NM-Frontier

NM-Frontier

Explorer
Well I did it! Ordered up the Gamiviti this week. I decided on the Gamiviti for a few reasons, first was the side rail is very low compared to other "expo" style racks. I like the low profile of it, gives you some more tie down options over the flat style racks but keep the profile down, seems like it may be the best of both worlds. Second was the mounting feet are very nice and available in different heights. I also like supporting small builders that are in it because they love doing it. I can't wait to get it in, and on the 80! Keep you guys posted!:sombrero:
 
SmoothLC

SmoothLC

Explorer
flyingwil said:
I'm going to toss in my 2cents. I dig the Front Runner, the new SlimLine II's are great and a bit cheaper onthe shipping side than the I's. If you plan on adding an Awning, or RTT its simply drilling it, and not worrying because its aluminum.
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Ditto - the Front Runner is very functional. Just wish they would provide options for Thule and Yakima mounts.
 
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