Rear cargo rack

Kfer
Kfer Member Posts: 15
in Modifications & Upgrades
Has anyone tried to install some type of cargo platform or rack on the rear of the Outback?  I am looking for ways to carry folding chairs and tables.  Our Outback carries the tire on the rear and we also carry 2 bikes on bike rails along side the tire rack.
Thanks

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  • pthomas745
    pthomas745 Administrator, Moderator Posts: 4,587


    2017 Outback
    Towed by 2014 Touareg TDi
  • Kfer
    Kfer Member Posts: 15
    Thanks...already have the basket for the spare tire and rails added for our bikes.....looking to somehow add perhaps a “bumper” or rail to the back of the tab so we can secure some type of cargo carrier without a hitch....
  • Verna
    Verna Member Posts: 6,876
    edited June 2018
    The frames on the T@B’s are not made so that they can support any type of any additional attachments to carry cargo .

    A search for bike racks will bring up many discussions on how other T@B owners have added a bike rack to the front tongue, or added a roof rack to their tow vehicle to carry additional equipment.  

    I have a roof rack on my truck shell to carry my 25 gallon Blue Boy and an outside rug, and it works well. It also stays within  the manufacturers stated weight limits. 
    Verna, Columbus, IN
    2021 T@B 320S  Boondock “The T@B”
    Towed by a white 2019 Ford F-150 4x4 Supercab, 3.5L V6 Ecoboost “The Truck”
  • Tabaz
    Tabaz Member Posts: 2,420
    I believe the rack has only 25 lbs. of extra capacity after factoring in the basket and spare tire.
    2016 Outback 320
    2024 Ford F150 Supercrew short bed.
  • JustJohn
    JustJohn Member Posts: 171
    I would be very hesitant to add any weight to the rear of the Outback/Boondock models, it can cause towing issues and severe fish tailing if the weight is not properly distributed. Weight on the frount is not as critical.
    2016 Outback.....North East N.C...... Former 2012 Silver Shadow
  • Kfer
    Kfer Member Posts: 15
    Thanks so much!  

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