My apologies if this has been discussed recently, but here's what I get when I try to search the forums for keyword "Thule": I'd appreciate links to a thread or a new answer below. I'm going to be hauling 4-6 longboards to the beach (as well as passengers) and my inflatable HandiRacks aren't up to the task. I've seen a few Thule racks on the roofs of local Priuses, and from what I've read on Thule's website I think this will work. Are there any other racks (brands or models) that are particularly good for a Gen II Prius roof? Any long-term problems with the Thule brand? I don't need to permanently mount them, but I'd certainly leave them on for a week or two if the surf is good.
The 2142 fit kit for the older racks (400 series) is discontinued, but you can still find them out there. I just picked up the last one from a local outdoor shop at a clearance price. Haven't actually mounted the racks on the 08 Prius yet - just bought the car last Saturday - but expect it to work out fine. Installation instructions show only a 24" bar spread with this setup, but not a bit deal for what you are hauling - might get more interesting with an 18 foot canoe.
