Roof Rack And Kayak Carrier And Bike Rack Recommendation For 2000 Volkswagen Passat

Updated 07/28/2014 | Published 07/25/2014

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Thule ProRide XT Roof Bike Rack - Frame Mount - Clamp On or Channel Mount - Aluminum

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$349.95

Inno Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 45" Long - Qty 2

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$246.60

Inno Through Feet for Aero Crossbars - Raised Side Rails - Qty 4

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$221.28

Question:

I have a factory installed roof rails but no cross bars I wanna buy cross bars a kayak holder and bike holder which would be the best

asked by: Andrew

Expert Reply:

The roof rack I recommend for your 2000 Volkswagen Passat Wagon is the 2000 Volkswagen Passat Roof Rack by Inno parts # INXB115-2 and # INXS150.

The kayak carrier I recommend is the SportRack Kayak Carrier with Tie-Downs, part # SR5511. This is a J-style carrier and has fixed arms. This carrier also includes the straps and ropes for securing your kayak to the carrier and to your Passat.

The bike carrier I recommend is the Thule ProRide XT Roof Bike Rack, part # TH598004. This is a frame-mount system that does not require you to remove the wheel when carrying the bike on the roof of your vehicle. This carrier also has a built-in lock to secure the bike in the carrier and deter thieves.

expert reply by: Jeffrey L