Are Cross Bars Required To Use Thule Outbound Rooftop Bag On My 2000 Honda Odyssey
Question:
I have a 2000 Honda Odessey with factory installed roof rack with only side rails. Do I need cross bars to use this product? Thank you
asked by: Andy M
Expert Reply:
The Thule Rooftop Bag, # TH868, could be used without crossbars but due to the size and carrying capacity of the rooftop bag cross bars are strongly recommended. When the bag is secured to the roof rack of your vehicle it will be subject to the stress of acceleration and braking while you are driving and the cross bars will help hold the bag in position. You can attach it to the side rails as long as they are raised enough to be able to wrap something around it. If you choose this method, I suggest a roof Protections pad # RL100650.
If you choose to add a rack and basket, We have the Evo Raised Rail Feet # TH710401 and 53" WingBar Evo Crossbars # TH711420, the Thule Canyon XT Basket # TH859XT, and locks # TH450400, for your 2000 Honda Odyssey which would work well for tying the rooftop bag down.
I have linked instructions and a video review of the Rola Platypus Expandable Rooftop Bag, # 59100.

Products Referenced in This Question
Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders - Qty 4
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Roof Bike Racks
- Roof Box
- Roof Rack
- Ski and Snowboard Racks
- Keys
- Lock Parts
- Lock Cores and Cylinders
- Thule
more information >
Evo Raised Rail Feet for Thule Crossbars - Factory Raised Rails - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
- Thule
more information >
Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 53" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 53 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Thule
more information >
Thule Canyon XT Roof Cargo Basket - Steel - 49" x 40" x 6" - 150 lbs
- Roof Basket
- Cargo Basket
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Short Length
- Steel
- Medium Capacity
- Black
- Thule
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Thule Outbound Rooftop Cargo Bag - Water Resistant - 13 cu ft
- Car Roof Bag
- Water Resistant Material
- Roof Rack Mount
- Medium Capacity
- Short Length
- Black
- Thule
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Continue Researching
- Q&A: Will the Rhino-Rack Rooftop Cargo Bag Work with Roof Rack Crossbars
- Q&A: Is the Rhino-Rack Roof Mounted Basket # RMCB Compatible with the ROC25 Crossbars?
- Q&A: Which Cargo Net will Work Best on a Rola Roof Mounted Cargo Basket
- Article: Camping Tips for First-Time RVers
- Article: The Ultimate RV Camping Checklist for Your First Year RVing
- Q&A: Will the Inno Roof Deck Platform Rack INA510 Fit Toyota Crossbars?
- Article: Rooftop Cargo Carriers
- Q&A: Yakima LockNLoad Platform Rack Fitment on a 2021 GMC Yukon with OEM Crossbars
- Q&A: Static Weight Capacity For A 2021 GMC Yukon AT4
- Q&A: Will the Bolts on Front Runner Accessories Fit the T-Slots of the Yakima LockNLoad's Channels?
- Article: Basics of Tie Down Straps
- Article: How to Install a Roof Rack
- Article: How to Tie Down Luggage on a Roof Rack
- Article: How Much Solar Power Do I Need For My RV?