Roof rack cage or basket?

[paffoh]

Members,

https://www.thule.com.au/show_conte....thule.com/Thule/ProductListPage____2236.aspx


Taking the next step in upgrading vehicle ability buy purchasing one for camping and general storage stuff. Quite a few options but am confused as to which one I really need. I like the wire baskets but have my heart set on the this one ( As it has ddjustable load bars which will allow attachment of bike, ski and water sport carriers ). WIll also purchase later the length extension 828-1, which then the basket can be extended by 48 cm in length.

I guess all I really need is to get the camping gear on top ( Tents, double self inflatable ) and maybe an area for recovery gear. Most of this stuff wont fit in with the kayak on top but if I go a thinner wire basket ( Rhino rack with bag ) I will have to use a J bar system to mount the yak ( Which I too already own ). I guess I just answered my own question as the J bar does not tolerate offroad scenarios and high speeds.

Thule Xperience 828 :

https://www.thule.com.au/show_conte...www.thule.com/Thule/ProductPage____77564.aspx


Just wondering if there is a reason you guys use mainly wire baskets?

Thanks for your help,

Derek

 

[nipper]

i think they are easier to load with less chance of something falling off the car.

Also you can mount lights to them and other cool stuff..

er um handy stuff, handy yes thats it

nipper