Monday, May 31, 2010

2004 Subaru Forester (with factory rack) - kayak and bike rack recommendation


Customer Question:

I have a 2004 Subaru Forester and would like recommendations for bike and kayak carriers that will work with my factory rack. Thanks!

Racks for All Recommendation:

Here are recommendations for a bike and kayak rack that will work with your existing factory rack:


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Sunday, May 30, 2010

Malone Auto Racks MicroSport Trailers - for Canoes

Customer Questions:

We are interested in one of your canoe trailers. We have a 16’ fiberglass canoe and we will be pulling it with a 2010 Jeep Wrangler 4 door.

QUESTIONS:


Which trailer do you recommend?
What type of hitch is required?
What ball size is required?
What does the trailer weigh? (I am 75 years old so light weight is important)

Racks for All Recommendation:

The Malone trailers are very popular and quite easy to assemble and use.

I would recommend the MPG460XT with aluminum wheels and removable tongue for easy storage:




and the Stax Pro Canoe Carrier:

On your other questions:

1. Hitch Size – any, 2 inch ball required

2. Trailer weights:

a. "Light Weight" (weight of trailer empty) - 161 lbs


b. "Gross Weight" (light weight + weight of max load) - 535 lbs


c. "Manufacturer Gross vehicle weight rating" (GVWR) - 500 lbs


Friday, May 28, 2010

Two Bike Trunk Rack for 2005 Chevy Cobalt (2 door)





Customer Question:

Please assist me by advising me of my best options for a rack. I would like to purchase a rack large enough for 2 bikes. I have a 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt Coupe (2 door). There isn't any type of rack on top of the car. I would honestly prefer something that I could attach to the trunk, if possible, since I won't be using it all the time, just certain times of the year, when I go on a long weekend or a holiday. If I can't purchase a trunk rack, what other options are available.


Racks for All Recommendation:

Yakima has a good solid fit for your Cobalt trunk – the Quickback 2.