Do you need an extra set of straps to attach this to a mazda5 (having staps run all the way through the car) with no side rails/roof system?
210560
You should not need extra straps to do it that way. The straps should be more than long enough.
210561
Yes, if only two straps come with your bag. Any store that has an auto section will have the ratchet tie downs, and you only will need one additional of those...
194754
you would need the pieces on the roof of the car to attach the straps to or otherwise there is no way to keep it on your roof but i otherwise i think it would be fine on a car roof
342933
Yes, this attaches to the cross bars on an existing roof rack, but what I love about this system is that it works just fine on factory racks, no need to buy an aftermarket one. They do make a system that does not require a rack, it is simply foam pads you put directly on the roof with straps and tie downs. Just a thought if you don't have a rack and don't want to buy one.
1879139
No, you don't need racks for this. Our vehicle has racks on it, but there are straps and hooks to secure the Roofbag to your vehicle if it doesn't have racks.
587364
I'm trying to follow what you are explaining. I believe your problem is that you need to install the clamps for the cross bars on the roof rails before you put the crossbars in them. The instructions should explain everything. If you need any further assistance, feel free to email me back and I can try to get a more detailed explanation for you. Thank you,RichieMastria Mazda Parts Team
612185
Not sure I had a roof rack I put on my car, they have a non slip pad for this.
1684189
I have moved many things without a roof rack and would say you should be able to as long as you have something to secure the ratchet inside the car. I've secured them to those little handles inside the car and they've held fine.
1260058
yes, this item comes with the side rails and the cross bars, not sure why the title says cross bars, this is a complete roof rack.
1988365
I purchased a Yakima Load Warrior cargo rack to provide strapping points all around and to keep the bag off the roof of the car with a heavy load. I have a 2010 Outback (no strappable side rails) and this system works great.
1905904
I guess I don't understand what you're asking. My vehicle doesn't have side rails either. If you're asking what to strap it to, we strap it to the rack (the horizontal bars it is sitting on).
169651
Used mine on a little car. The straps did not bother anyone riding in the car.
612067
My car has no roof rack, and the pack works. It has straps that loop inside the car (basically a loop around the roof, through the door openings).The pack can hold a lot off mass, so I would be wary of a temporary roof rack unless it is attached really well.
599872
Yes. The carrier comes with straps. There is a loop at the end of the strap so you can put it around a bar on your roof rack and thread the opposite end through it to secure it to your existing rack.
262911
No mounting hardware comes with it as such. It has many tie down straps on it for tying to roof racks and roof baskets. You dont need anything else.
1970821
Mine only velcros. It does not have 2 additional straps. Maybe some elses comment?
2214160
Mine is on a ford explorer perfect side to side about 6 inches long for end rails not sure of a Mazda 5 roof size compared to explorer . This bag has great tie down hardware
2251740
Not sure the answer sent from my iphone went out so will answer again on my laptop. You must already have the two bars running thelength of your car roof, from front to back, to attach the roof rack. My Honda CRV came with them factory installed so I could easily add the rack. It's a great rack. Very solid.