Roof Cargo Carrier Recommendation for Popup Camper Roof Rack
Question:
I have a 2021 forrest River flagstaff 228D popup camper that came with roof top cross bars for luggage. They are about 24 inches apart We have been using a soft cargo bag for soft things - blankets etc. I want a cargo basket to put a soft bag in. We want to put all the duffle bags and down comforters and blankets. Our manual says only 100 pounds so one that holds 150 would be good. I have read so many online reviews of the carriers rusting quickly and ruining. Their roofs. Please let us know the options Thank You
asked by: Doe G
Expert Reply:
For your application I recommend going with the Inno Shaper 100 # IN569 if your roof rack has square bars, or the Inno Roof Deck Platform Rack # INA510 if you have any other style of crossbars. These cargo carriers have an aluminum construction so if water happens to get inside the bars it won't rust like the steel carriers do.
The Shaper 100 weighs in at 17.4 lbs and has a weight capacity of 110 lbs which will be perfect for you since the weight of the cargo basket will factor in to the overall weight capacity of the roof rack.
The Roof Deck Platform Rack weighs in at 28.7 lbs and has a higher weight capacity at 165 lbs. I personally like this one better but it does cut into your 100 lb weight capacity by about 30 lbs. Since this has a mounting kit that allows it to work with any style of crossbar you'll be able to get a wider variety of uses out of it.
Attached are review videos of both systems for you to check out.
Products Referenced in This Question
Inno Roof Deck Platform Rack for Crossbars - Aluminum - 39-1/2" x 43-1/4" - 165 lbs
- Roof Rack
- Requires Fit Kit
- Platform Rack
- 39L x 43W Inch
- Black
- Inno
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Inno Shaper 100 Roof Cargo Basket - Square Bars - Aluminum - 46-1/2" x 41-7/8" - 110 lbs
- Roof Basket
- Cargo Basket
- Square Bars
- Short Length
- Aluminum
- Small Capacity
- Silver
- Inno
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