Looking to get a couple of Kayaks in the next few weeks and of course need the obligatory roof bars and mounts, any recommendations in terms of the roof rails and mounts ??

Does the Sport share the same design as the D3 in terms of roof rails , might help me narrow the search some what

Cheers

Jim yet another Pommie living in Sydney

2.7 RRS TDV6, Zermatt/Ebony moooo-hide, Clear pack, Cruise, Sunroof, tow pack, RPS, Tasmod Sills, RRS Umbrella, RRSPORT rear window sticker and last but not least a "Supercheap Auto" $20 cargo net "Marvellous"

Sorry to say but the only roof rails you can get for the sport are the factory LR ones. The only downside to these, apart from being very expensive, is the rails are a permanent fixture to the roof. You soon get used to them though...... Check on ebay if you are after a set, probably a load cheaper

I think you'll find the LR ones are a Thlue manufactured product and all the Thule fittings can be mounted with the removal of the rubber strip down the middle of the cross bar

Driller wrote:

the only downside to these, apart from being very expensive, is the rails are a permanent fixture to the roof.

I researched this prior to purchasing our 16' Wilderness tandem kayak. Thule and Yakima do not make a roof rack for the RRS. I spoke with the manufactures and they said they have no plans as of now to make one?! I ended up purchasing specially designed foam pads, designed for carrying kayaks that come with straps for the middle, front and back. In addition I purchased a "rollerloader" for getting the kayak on and off, it weighs 84 pounds.

The first couple of times we used this set up (my wife and I) it slipped and we put a small scratch in the roof , remember our kayak is 16' and 84lbs. If yours is smaller it will be a breeze. The foam pads can be found on the web along with the rollerloader. The pads sell for $120.00 and the rollerloader about the same amount.

The idea of drilling holes in the roof, not to mention changing the look of my RRS was not an option.

The LR ones aren't that bad to look at.... on a black sort you barely notice them and they at least open up the options of carrying bikes, boards etc. I think the asking price in OZ is about 1500! At least they won't scratch the roof like foam pads will if there is some dirt under them. PM TrivettRsport, he's in Sydney and can probably do you a good deal

Driller wrote:

I think the asking price in OZ is about 1500!

Stopped at Roof Rack city on the Pacific highway or had a quick look and then called Rhino roof rails. Low and behold, they will be launching the RRS tracks in the next month or so. I was quoted for the tracks, roof rails and kayak carriers approximately 830 Australian. The landrover quote with the Aqua sport carrier was around 1750 bucks

So if you are thinking of getting the LR one, suggest you give Rhino a call

Cheers

Jim yet another Pommie living in Sydney

2.7 RRS TDV6, Zermatt/Ebony moooo-hide, Clear pack, Cruise, Sunroof, tow pack, RPS, Tasmod Sills, RRS Umbrella, RRSPORT rear window sticker and last but not least a "Supercheap Auto" $20 cargo net "Marvellous"

I ended up getting mine from the UK. Genuine LR for 232 pounds sterling. I got some other stuff as well so all up with the freight they worked out pretty reasonable. Roughly about a third of what they were trying to rip you off here in Oz. They look good and the cross bars are extremely easy to remove if you are not using them. Come with their own little carry bag.
Very happy with them.
Cheers....Wayne 2006 RRS TDV6, Java/Alpaca, Dynamic Response Pack, Tow Pack, Head and Tail light protectors, 20" Stormers, Roof Rails, S/C Grill and Side Vents, Tasmods. AutoLogic mod.
1988 RR Highline, 3.5 EFI Arctic White, ARB Bullbar, Roof Rails, 15" Alloys, Front and Rear light Grilles, Side steps. (Still going strong)

Compuway wrote:

I ended up getting mine from the UK.

finally the Rhino Roof Racks have hit the market at a reasonable price,

http://www.roofrackcity.com.au/pdf/newspdf...NZ_web.pdf

Full steam ahead (paddle) on getting the kayaks, as i can now cart them around

I am sure i have been off-roading with the vehicle in the brochure.. I am sure that is Ben's known as Rangie on here, will have to investigate.. yet another Pommie living in Sydney

2.7 RRS TDV6, Zermatt/Ebony moooo-hide, Clear pack, Cruise, Sunroof, tow pack, RPS, Tasmod Sills, RRS Umbrella, RRSPORT rear window sticker and last but not least a "Supercheap Auto" $20 cargo net "Marvellous"

Just fitted a pair of Rhino roof racks--aero shape. No problems and work well. Easy to fit. Got for $399 from the guys at Autobarn with a little negotiating. Rhino have sent me a large catalogue of accessories that fit the bars and would cover any pursuit.

That is pics of my car in the brochure. My car was used by Rhino to develop the racks. Very nice fit and finish!

Yes Zilch, it is me! Ben

Rangie wrote:

Yes Zilch, it is me!

Absolutley Jim, would be great to catch up, i will be camping somewhere in the area! Ben

gentlemen:

why is it that rhino racks are not available in the US? the importer here for rhino does not carry the RRS models...

this is so frustrating!