Ski Patrol Ron – 2013-01-11
Excellent purchase
This was the only rack that would fit my factory installes side rails. I did not have to purchase the additional cross rails from the car manufacturer or Thule. Big savings.
Berkeley Family Dude – 2012-02-23
Simple solution for skis/boards
Selected this rack because my car (2008 Toyota Highlander) had factory roof rails but no crossbars. I wasn't looking for a rack that could transform to carry other stuff (luggage, kayaks, bikes, whatever). Just a few snowboards.Installed in about 30 minutes the first time, it would probably only take me about 10 minutes next time now that I understand all the parts.Carries 4 snowboards but bindings on the the ones facing down will touch your car's roof. Shouldn't be a big deal but the clearance just isn't that much. May depend on how high your roof rails are.Drove from Bay Area to Tahoe and it was quiet & stable.Only con was that the locks weren't very solid and I won't be shocked if over time they become difficult/sticky to operate.For the price I was happy.
