Do you need to have cross bars or will this bag fasten securely with just front to back rails?
491747
You actually don't even need rails with this bag, the straps can also be threaded through the doors across the inside of the vehicle as well! (This is how we used it.) It comes with two different sets of straps, one for cars with rails, and one for those without. So yes, I am 99% sure that it will fasten well to side rails without cross bars. Of course, if there are no cross bars, the bag will sit directly on your car, and if you have lots of heavy stuff inside the bag for a long period of time, it could weaken your roof and potentially dent it...this is not likely to happen though.
491748
I have side rails only (front to back) without cross bars and it worked perfectly without the cross bars.Just make sure you attach the straps to the posts that connect the side rails to the car so the straps and bag don't slide. It didn't budge an inch on my Pilot all the way from Ohio to Florida and back.
491749
You don't need the cross bars. The bag can be attached to the roof with straps that go over the bag and through the car windows. I would recommend getting the mat that goes under the carrier. It keeps the bag from shifting and protects the paint on your roof.
491750
Front to back rails would be more than sufficient. My cars don't even have rails, and the straps were long enough to go inside the car and fasten to one another. Any Rails would be Zero issue for this bag. I would also recommend the "anti skid" mat, if you were looking for maximum security. It was pretty inexpensive, and gave me extra piece of mind (considering i had no rails)
491751
I used this carrier without any roof rack, with two included straps, but used one extra ratchet tie for added strength through the same front loops. The allowed me to have access to ratchet from front seat. Never did the carrier move once, never did I have to tighten any of the straps. Highly recommend this product. Note I did use my exercise/Pilates mat underneath to limit any possible slippage and there was none.
491752
The front to back rails on our Volvo SUV were more than sufficient to secure the bag to the roof.
523599
I remove the front crossbar on my Pilot as the bag fits between the side bars but not the front and rear crossbars. By removing on the front one, the back one is still there to prevent the bag from sliding backwards.
494188
Yes. The provided straps are secured through rings on the bag. I had no issues with just the side racks.
1632432
Yes. You will need cross bars to mount the wings. They are wonderful! It has been much easier for us to load and tie our kayaks down on our Subaru Outback with these wings!Joyce
492731
No, the frame is spring steel that is needed to hold the bag in place. There are two sides which are each only connected to the base and not each other. This allows for different sized bags. It works quite well.
1194128
You can loosen, adjust and re-tighten the cross bars to what you need. I slid mine as far front and back they could go.
523601
You might want too, but I do not think it is necessary. The goal is to get the pack as close to the car as possible as there are not support under the pack just the roof of your car. The pack ties down to your rack...the crossbars may get in the way of your luggage...depends how much you are planning to pack. :)
1564912
Not sure I understand the question; however, there must be rails on the roof and the cross bars fit into those rails. They adjust along the rails according to luggage/cargo needs.
612186
This unit was designed for rails with cross bars. If you only use rails you will have to provide additional tie down straps. Just remember that going 65 mph is like being in a 65 mph wind plus what ever mother nature is throwing at you.
1632430
Yes. You will need cross bars to mount the wings. They are wonderful! It has been much easier for us to load and tie our kayaks down on our Subaru Outback with these wings! Joyce
629732
The bag attaches to a bike rack with the Velcro strap. Very secure and easy to install. Any other questions ?
792488
Might take the chrome bar off saddle bags measure bags to your bolts for fender rail then bolt them right to your fender rails don't use the chrome rails that come with them they will bounce around
653092
If you have a rack with cross bars you should be fine. You need cross bars ( ones going across roof, not just along roof line front to back ) they clasp onto the bars across the roof.
871788
The bag comes with a unique clip attachment that has a wide range of bar diameters it will fit. It's a bit annoying to mount this but once on makes putting the actual bag on/off a breeze. I'd recommend something a little tacky to wrap around the handlebar as it tends to slip a bit otherwise. P.S. the fit is based on the bar tube diameter, not its length...hope this helps.
1461049
I believe so, but it appears the bag would extend out much further than with normal handle bars. I would use a bag that attaches to a rear beam rack or seat post rack instead.
825738
When you ask it you can use it without side bars, do you mean to say cross bars? I actually attached this to my Kia Rondo with the side bars and the front cross bar. I criss crossed ratchet straps around the back of the bag and to the side rails. Hope this helps.
632949
No. It has j bolts to hook under rails. I drilled it to insure secured. Nice rack