FYI: Thule roof racks

[JDMish]

Just to let you guys know that thule has released the roof mounting system.
part #'s are:
400xt aero foot
lb50 load bars
2180 fit kit

optional:
871 fairing (medium)
596 lock cylinders (6pk)

and for us skiers
724 flat top 4pr ski rack carrier
price for everything is around Cdn $740

[Packy]

WOOT!! I just got the email notice, too.

http://www.thuleracks.com/fit.asp?id=8176

Including the info below for US prices.

$135.00 400XT Aero FootThe strongest, best fitting rack system for cars without rain gutters and factory racks.

$52.00 LB50 Load BarsBase for Thule Multipurpose Rack Systems. Set of two bars.

$52.50 2180 Fit KitDesigned for use with the 400XT Foot Pack. Our Fit Kits mirror your roof’s profile. Set of four brackets and footpads.

$60.00 871 Fairing (Medium)
Our fairing goes on in five minutes flat and offers new styling, new mounting design, new sizes and improved noise reduction.

$42.00 544 Lock Cylinders (4 pk)
Theft deterent cylinders can be matched, allowing one key for your Thule system.

Total is $342.

[JDMish]

YIKES! gotta love the 'exchange' rate lol.

[fitsandstarts]

Note that Thule does not "recommend" a "fit" for anthing other than bikes, no recommedation for kayak attachments or even baskets.

I wonder if there are stability/liablity issues with the length of ocean kayaks due to the crossbars needing to be as close as they need to be on our small roofs? Hmm...

My kayak is 17', so now I'm wondering how stable my boat will be at speed. Would think it would be fine if the ends are tied down properly. How are you folks with big kayaks finding they ride?


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[slowuphill]

Since I am still waiting for my Thule Fit Kit to come in, I've been using the little foam blocks to put my canoe on top. Don't know the length off the top of my head, but it's big and heavy. I haven't had any stability problems on local roads (<50 mph) - this is with only two straps going through the door openings

[JDMish]

Originally Posted by slowuphill

Since I am still waiting for my Thule Fit Kit to come in, I've been using the little foam blocks to put my canoe on top. Don't know the length off the top of my head, but it's big and heavy. I haven't had any stability problems on local roads (<50 mph) - this is with only two straps going through the door openings

Brave man you are!

[slowuphill]

I don't know about brave - I can get similar leverage on the straps whether they connect to the Thule Canoe carrier, or through the door and around - there really isn't that much difference. The only potential issue is having the canoe move side to side, or pivot, since there aren't plastic blocks on the rack preventing it from doing so. And it hasn't moved an inch in the multiple trips I've taken.

[Packy]

Just a bump for visibility, so folks know it's available

[rnorma1]

Just wanted to update this thread with a link to some pics. I finally got my US Market rack on my car!!

Finally got my US market Thule fit kit.

[aziatiklover]

will the rack fits if I have the mugen door visors??

[rnorma1]

I have no idea what the window visors look like but I took pictures of the area where the rack mounts to the car.............look at the pic and see if you can tell

[NCFit]

Originally Posted by aziatiklover

will the rack fits if I have the mugen door visors??

Yes, the racks will work with the Mugen visors. I have had them both on my Fit for about seven months now and no problems at all.

[therealrico]

If your looking for a good cheap way to carry two snowboards I would check out this site WinterRacks.com - your source for winter window racks....