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Customisation Options for Roof Racks
With a myriad of options and styles available within the roof rack market, selecting the perfect fit can often feel like navigating a maze.. Tradesman Roof Racks offers a number of customisation options for roof racks including: Open Rear, Tent Style, Basket Style, Open Ended and Flat Deck. Understanding the [...]
How does a roof rack affect vehicle performance?
Fitting a roof rack, plus the accessories to the exterior of your vehicle inevitably alters its dimensions, shape, weight and height. You’re probably wondering, how will this affect the overall performance of your vehicle? Aerodynamic Drag One of the more obvious effects of installing a roof rack is the increase [...]
Isuzu MU-X Wedgetail Roof Rack Fitment
In this article, we show you the step by step guide on how to set up and install a Wedgetail roof rack for the Isuzu MU-X. The Wedgetail to suit the Isuzu Mu-x is a strong and good-looking addition to get you and your gear, where you need to go. [...]
5 Roof rack accessories that will help you maximise space
Need to transport or carry gear that doesn't fit inside your vehicle? Roof rack accessories make use of the space on top of your vehicle so you can have more space within the cabin. If you're planning your next camping trip, offroad adventure or family weekend getaway, here are our [...]
7 Tips to help you stay cool on your summer camping trip
Nothing beats a summer camping adventure with your 4by, but as temperatures rise, staying cool becomes a priority. Embracing the great outdoors doesn't always mean sacrificing comfort. Here are our seven tips to help you beat the heat during your summer camping trip... Be strategic about your campsite location The [...]
Common mistakes when loading roof racks
Roof racks serve as valuable extensions for storage for tradespeople or offroad enthusiasts. However, overlooking safety considerations when loading them can lead to potential dangers. Here are seven mistakes to avoid for a secure and enjoyable journey… Legal Load Ratings Avoid exceeding legal load ratings and limits for roof racks. [...]
Why roof racks are a must have for tradies
Tradies have quite a bit of gear to carry around from site to site so any opportunity to maximise space is critical. Here are four compelling reasons why a custom tradie roof rack from Tradesman is a must-have for tradies… Maximising Storage Space Tired of playing Tetris in the back [...]
Toyota Prado – Wedgetail Roof Rack Fitment
In this article, we show you the step by step guide on how to set up and install a Wedgetail roof rack for the Toyota Prado. The Wedgetail rack is a new generation roof rack combining the aesthetics and functionality of the new generation composite style assembled rack with the [...]