Mounting snowboards to a Thule 753?

NYSpeed Automotive
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recently picked up a Thule 753 used on Craigslist for my 2001 E39 540. This is the same one that’s compatible with the E46. It was a good deal, but only came with the base mounting rack. I am wondering what other accessories are required to mount up snowboards and skis. I’m unfamiliar with roof racks in general so maybe you guys have some input. I am looking to mount up at least 2 snowboards, and MAYBE a pair of skis. Leaning towards the snowboards though. What do you guys think?

Thule’s website is down too so I can’t look it up there.

Thanks!

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Ski’s and Snowboards use the same clamping system. You can either carry them in the open with the standard clamps or get a roof-box and keep them enclosed.

I think the standard Ski/Board mounts are about $100 give or take.

I got my Thule Atlantis 1200 box for $360 that I use on my Jeep.

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yes, i’m looking for the “out in the open” one.

is there one specific to the Thule 753, or can any thule one work?

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looking at this one.

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http://www.orsracksdirect.com/thule-725.html

ordering notes on that page state the following:

Connects directly to Thule car rack square load bars. Attaches to oval Thule Rapid Aero bars and Xsporter truck racks using the Thule Xadapt 2 adapters (not included; see accessories below). Additionally, you can use the Thule Fat Mouth Clamps (not included; see accessories below) for connecting the carrier to factory installed cross bars and Yakima roof rack bars.

Since the Thule 753 uses the square load bars, this will work for you.

edit: although, from the looks of the aucton, the mounts that the seller is including are not meant for the square bars.

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fantastic, just what i was looking for.

how did you know the 753 uses square bars? i would look myself but my 753 is still in the mail.

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Just about all of them use the square load bars. Just look up the kit and view the pictures, though.

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_SPM5898148207P?sid=IDx20101019x00001a&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=SPM5898148207

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I have a pair of Thule 725 board/ski carriers. They hold 4 board or 6 pair of skis. Locks included.

I’d sell em for $80.

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PMd

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happen to have what you’re looking for as well

http://www.nyspeed.com/showthread.php?223959-Bicycle-and-ski-snowboard-adapters-for-Thule-roof-racks

725-5366

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The 724 holds 2 boards or 4 skis. 725 holds up to 4 boards or 6 skis.

All depends on your needs.