Larry Grubbs 
Lake Oswego, OR
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| 08/11/2008 10:58 PM |
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So how does everyone pack things onto their roofracks? I've been using one of those cheapo rooftop bags and just using ratchet straps to hold it down. Problem is, it's not waterproof...
Also, on a side note, what does everyone store on their roofracks? Until I find something absolutely waterproof my wife won't let me put any of the sleeping bags or clothes onto the roof. |
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Craig Miller
Mt. Vernon, WA
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| 08/11/2008 11:03 PM |
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When I had a roofrack I carried light stuff up there. Sleeping bags, pillows, tents, and garbage. Most of that goes in the RTT now instead.
Pelican or Storm cases are waterproof. I used to keep my sleeping bags in dry bags like those made by Seattle Sports. They are big enough to hold a sleeping bag, pillow, and therma-rest. http://www.rei.com/product/684851
Let me think about it, but I might have a couple of them for sale if you are interested.
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Todd Eliason
Nights who say Ni, in Sherwood
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| 08/12/2008 12:39 AM |
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Aunt Edna...
Like Craig, Most of the stuff is in the roof-tent now except the garbage. After getting the roof tent, I used it for the folding chairs and firewood., sometimes fuel if not planning to be too gonzo on the off-roading.
They are really handy for stuff, but don't put too much weight up there if possible. |
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Larry Grubbs
Lake Oswego, OR
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| 08/12/2008 1:18 AM |
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We are really starting to consider the Roof Top Tents now as well. Travelling with a couple of guys who don't setup ground tents is killing us to try and get everything packed up by the time their ready. Might have to look at your tents first hand soon Todd. Looking for something big as I'm 6'5", will have my wife and my 60lb sheepdog up there as well, yes you heard me right...
Regarding packing, I was thinking about those waterproof bags used for watersports. The Pelican boxes are kind of pricey and overkill for this I feel. |
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Mike Rupp
Bellevue, WA
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| 08/12/2008 8:57 AM |
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| I use 2 Pelican 1650s with ratchet straps on the rack. I fill one with my cooking gear and the other with my tent, sleeping bag, etc. Inside the truck I keep my ARB fridge, 2 Pelican 1600s for tools & spares & misc gear, and a water jerry can. It's simple to setup this way and I can have all of my gear out of the truck in less than 10 minutes. |
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Morris Yarnell
Suquamish
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| 08/12/2008 3:46 PM |
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You guys are lucky. You can have a roof rack, my soft top won't tolerate it.
I do use a waterproof container to store my clothes and items that need to stay dry. X military box used to transport medical supplies. I checked into the Pelican containers but they were way to spendy. Got this one from ...of course...a military surplus outlet. Made from 1/8'' aluminum and 11 h x 20 w x 32 long with rubber gasket and ten latches, with handles on each end, very waterproof. ...and about the same size as the 1650.
In an emergency water landing I can use it as a flotation device.
Yeah, it is OD but with a rattle can it can be any color, to match your rig....or your girlfriend's lipstick color.
Morris
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Larry Grubbs
Lake Oswego, OR
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| 08/12/2008 3:53 PM |
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| Actually that's a great idea, need to go to the Aloha Surplus store and see if they have any down here. I agree about the Pelican boxes, I do like them but can't justify the money for their purpose. |
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Todd Eliason
Nights who say Ni, in Sherwood
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| 08/12/2008 4:01 PM |
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Posted By Morris Yarnell on 08/12/2008 3:46 PM
Yeah, it is OD but with a rattle can it can be any color, to match your rig....or your girlfriend's lipstick color.
Morris
Hey Morris, that's fantastic, I did not realize that they had rattle cans in "Tangerine Hussy" to match my wifes lipstick... 
Larry, If you are in Bend sometime, try the surplus store next to the train crossing on HWY 97 Business route. they have all kinds of those containers. Might also try a call to Andy and Bax or the surplus shop in Damascus. I have found Aloha surplus to be overpriced and limited in what they carry. |
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Morris Yarnell
Suquamish
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| 08/12/2008 6:18 PM |
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Todd, You are da' man. How many guys know their wifes lipstick color?
I have seen these items at Federal Surplus in Seattle on 2112 First AV. , but I got mine from Colemans (www.colemans.com)
In the catalogue they are labled U.S. G.I. Aluminum Transport Chest and come in three sizes, 11, 17 and 22 inches tall, any choice for $80. The shipping may get you though, some of them are really heavy to go through shipping. I bought a bunch of stuff at one time and got the shortest one so the shipping was not so bad.
Morris
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Larry Grubbs
Lake Oswego, OR
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| 08/13/2008 12:11 AM |
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| So are there any good surplus stores in the Portland Metro? |
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Isaac Fain
Empire Rat Race
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| 08/13/2008 6:50 AM |
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have you checked out Bomber brand stuff sacks they use for kayaking and water rafting? I've got one of small yellow ones that I use for garbage and it's pretty water tight. They make 'em in all kinds of sizes; spendy, but very light, and easy to secure. Mine's got a stretch of nylon loops sewn on the side, plus a couple of d-rings on the top to lash down the end as well.
linky: http://tinyurl.com/649hek
Next time you're in Seattle, check out Federal as Morris suggested. I used that place a lot - it's fun just wondering around and checking everything out. Lots of good, durable gear to be found. I keep a couple of the fold-up esbit stoves, water rations, and army MRE packs in the jeep bags all the time as emergency gear. They also have some kick-arse plastic sporks up in a jar on the counter for $.99.
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Morris Yarnell
Suquamish
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| 08/27/2008 9:15 AM |
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I was in Seattle yesterday at Federal Surplus and they had two of the Medical Transport Boxes. They were much less than I paid for mine. They were listed at $69.99, and they looked to be in real good shape. Far less than the Penguin boxes (whatever). If I did not already have one I would have gotten one of these.
I don't get a kickback, just letting you know.
Morris
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Ryan McDonald
Yakima
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| 08/27/2008 10:10 AM |
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check out the boundary waters bags from cabelas. As a rafting guide everything was packed in these; fished out of the class V river more than a few times with absolutely no water encroachment! Much cheaper than pelicans, and you can 'squishem down for stowing.
http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/pod/horizontal-pod.jsp?_DARGS=/cabelas/en/common/catalog/pod-link.jsp_A&_DAV=MainCatcat21276-cat602714&rid=&indexId=cat602714&navAction=push&masterpathid=&navCount=1&parentType=index&parentId=cat602714&id=0031809 |
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Ben Bailey
Portland
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| 08/27/2008 1:12 PM |
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| I went with bags on my last outing, and I was really happy with the outcome. Easier to tie down, easier to position, easier to get up on the rack, and it also means the lighter stuff goes up top -- good to have as little leverage up there as possible. I used waterproof bags. |
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Larry Grubbs
Lake Oswego, OR
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| 08/27/2008 10:28 PM |
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| I'm thinking you guys are right on with the bag idea. I saw them down at one of the surplus stores just east of downtown PDX a month ago and thought they might be perfect. Plus they're not that expensive really. Only downside is the really bright colors. |
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Nate Skate
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| 08/29/2008 11:23 AM |
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http://www.surplus-cases.com/Index.html
Good source for cases. They quoted $150 total for three Hardigg cases shipped. |
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