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Old 12-26-2002, 10:40 AM
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Default need suggestions on a snowboard rack..........

are there more than one choice for a 99? if so what is the best and what does everyone have and how do they like it, prices too would be a big help, and where you got yours(if not from the dealer) would be great too, thanks everyone.
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Default i made one out of wood and pvc piping from home depot

sprayed it black and it looks like all the others =)



just kidding...only three i know of is the Thule, Yak, and oem Audi. i have no personal experience with them though.
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Default i have a yakima with the powderhounds on it, it works really well

not sure about the price because i got it as a present. you don't have to get it from the dealer cause they'll probably overcharge you. get it from a bike store or somewhere online
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Default get the carrier bars from the dealer and the Thule rack/holder from somewhere else.........

the carrier bar from the dealer fits perfect as it should, no overhang on the sides and it just looks better......the Thule carrier/holder you can get from any snowboard/ski shop, usually at a discount. The dealer sells the same carrier, but you'll pay more there obviously. However, just make sure u get the carrier bars from the dealer, it may be a little more, but trust me, it's worth it ;-)
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Default I have a Thule.

i really like the square bars. Yakima uses round bars. They both have the same good build quality.

i like the Thule because the fairing(wind deflector) can be moved forward and back, so i have the rubber edge sitting on the windshield instead of on the paint.
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Thule....WOOT WOOT!!! =)
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Default I second this recommendation

The dealer will definately overcharge you. Yak racks work well. Find a good bike shop or a REI store. They will hook you up.
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Default search in audi classifieds, thats what i did. got a rack w/ accessories for $150 shipped.

well, i had accessories, until mrwho13 stole them.
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