Reddit mentions: The best truck bed & tailgate accessories

Imagine you are going to grill out with a couple friends. So you ride down the local store on your bicycle. You buy a couple 2 liters, some chips, a sandwich, some sauce, some meat, etc.

What are you going to do?

Stuff all that crap into a back pack and have it sitting on your back while you sweat?

Hang plastic grocery bags from your handle bars and ride as they sway around and yank on your bike and hope none of them bust open or get caught up in the spokes?

Or are you going to toss them into your crate or basket on the front or back, pull bungie netting over them, and hurry back home?


Cargo racks are awesome. It gives you something to wire crates to and to hook panniers to. Unfortunately they don't go well with suspension. In order to run a large front rack was one of the reasons I got rid of the suspension fork on my bicycle.

Baskets/crates are the most convenient for medium-heavy things. You can toss bags or back packs or whatever you want into a large crate in a couple seconds and by on your way.

Panniers are good for going on trips or carrying things you want to prevent from getting wet or whatever. They are not quick like baskets, but you can carry more and keep stuff out of the weather easier.

You can buy excellent pannier systems that feature dedicated rack designs and such things so things snap together quickly and securely.

Or you can modify off the shelf bags and such things if you are a budget.

Something like this:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YgsTHwSkFUY

I've seen one video were a lady took a couple dollar store back packs, cut the straps short and sown them together at the top so that the packs would hang over the rack. Then a couple bungie cords to secure.

I made one using a water proof army surplus rucksack. Put plastic sheet in the back with pop rivets to prevent it from drooping backwards into the wheel spokes and made some hooks with some steel bar.

The most important thing make 100% sure no straps or hooks or parts of the bag will swing back and get caught up into the wheel.

Without actually speaking to your main question (as it would be entirely speculation and I don't know enough about you to make a judgement one way or the other), I will say that two bags doesn't sound like it would be too much (obviously that depends on the size of them).

If I were you, I would make sure that those two bags are fully waterproof before you try and commute on the bike. You might even want to ditch one of the bags and replace it with a dry sack (something like this).

I have a nice Kriega dry sack (which has its own mounting system) but you could easily get by with a cheap $10 drysack off of Amazon and a bungee net.

15km is nothing and unless you are either: a) absurdly weak (doesn't sound like it though since you are carrying athletic gear) or b) have some sort of medical disability that prevents you from carrying a load on your back; you should have no problem carrying a backpack for 15km.

After my bungee net broke on a long-distance trip, I ended up wearing my 40lb drypack-backpack for 650 miles, I definitely felt that the next day haha.

Also, if you are carrying a laptop/tablet/sensitive electronics in your bags, I would highly recommend that you carry it in your backpack on your back as opposed to tying it on your bike (particularly because you have a very short commute). Even with a perfectly setup suspension, your electronics will still be subject to very sudden jolts when you hit bumps and the human body does a good job of soaking them up.

Absolutely no worries man. Sorry for the all caps. Low effort on my part to just copy/paste and not make it look like total crap. Anyway....

Grats on the new truck man. I think the most common 'mod' is are the vinyl inserts into the "TACOMA" on the tailgate. I can't believe they don't come from the factory this way (Thread with pics and links). While we are talking about tailgates. Toyota failed to secure our tailgates. They don't lock and unlock with the cab. The tailgate takes about 10 seconds to take off and can be carried by one person. A basic tailgate lock isn't a bad plan. Or, if you are feeling like doing a little more work Pop&Lock makes a power kit that ties into your door locks.

Another cheap and awesome mod is LED dome and map lights. While cheap and awesome these are hard to get in stock. Basically all of the MESO customs mods are easy to install and amazing.

I'm sorry to say I have zero experience with remote start. Cheers and enjoy.

I have a Tyger brand (described as "Maxmate", but tagged "Tyger" on the cover itself) cover that I ordered on Amazon. It's pretty alright, but is starting to look worn after 4 months. It is mostly leak-proof, but still lets in a little moisture and dust. For a road trip, I bet it would be perfectly fine. Took about 10 minutes to install by myself. No drilling required at all.

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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M1K4T40/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Looking at photos of the bike, a tank bag would be pretty hard. I'd start by getting a backpack w/ plenty of storage. Get some "Rok Straps" and mount the backpack to the tail of the bike w/ a bungie net for extra safety. Avoid standard bungies with metal loops, they will scratch the paint off your mount points so straps are much better.

Saddlebags are a good idea but I think strapping the backpack down will be best.

https://dowcopowersports.com/iron-rider-rumble/

http://bikebeauty.co.uk/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=182

https://www.amazon.com/ROK-Straps-ROK-10050-Black-Reflective/dp/B00JAKIEAY/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1520897640&sr=8-3&keywords=rok+straps&dpID=514CB6kW07L&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

https://www.amazon.com/PowerTye-50152-Black-featuring-Adjustable/dp/B0022ZXO40/ref=sr_1_2?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1520897649&sr=1-2&keywords=bungee+net

Nerf Bars

Bed cover

Both were really easy to instal and I'm really happy with how they look.

I got the bed cover on last night and we got an inch and a half of driving rain. The bed was totally dry except for one minuscule puddle in the corner of the bed nearest the cab on the drivers side and I think that's just because I didn't have it in perfectly square.

For 77 dollars? Heck no. You could build yourself something more versatile for less. On amazon there is this set of resistance bands for 29 dollars that includes 4 other resistance bands plus additional accessories including an ankle cuff that you can use for the elbow cuff. You can buy a piece of PVC pipe cut it to about the size of your 6 iron put two of these grips, which cost $7, on the pvc using an adhesive. Find something similar and smaller than this and screw it into the pvc and you’ve just created exactly what they’re trying to sell you. All told you’ll probably spend about 40 bucks and you’ll get the added benefit of regular length resistance bands

I hope this helps you, I’m not knocking the product it’s just absurdly expensive for what you’re getting. There are many exercises you can do with the extra resistance bands with hands. Rotational exercises using the band can increase your core strength and hip strength.

I have a beater pickup truck. I purchased a set of these on eBay for $88.00. Works great. I have 4 kayaks (me and the kids), soon to be 6. 4 is easy with 2 on top and 2 in the bed. 6????

You should see us when we go camping. We look like the Beverly Hillbillies

I made a desk like this when I was in school. Just use two lengths of rope or cord instead of a chain. One on each side. You can buy accessory cord or paracord that has 500 pound break strength, so that is plenty strong. If you're paranoid, buy some spectra or dyneema cord with a break strength of a couple of tons.

To attach it you can use something like this: http://www.amazon.com/Progrip-822640-Surface-Mount-4-Pack/dp/B000HAEPAO/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1422330938&sr=8-7&keywords=d+ring

and just tie the string to them.

eta: If you do find that you you pull out the screws, you could always just glue a 1" thick square on top of surface and then sink a longer screw.

It's specifically designed for use in the bed of a truck, got it off of Amazon, here's the link, happy camping brother 🤙🤙: NAPIER Backroadz Full Size Regular Bed Truck Tent, 6-Feet 5-Inch, Green/Beige/Grey https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ASYOTKU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_UC6rfZVqpjD24

Howdy!
I'm 135 kg and 1.90 tall (300, 6'2") and my setup is described [here] (http://www.reddit.com/r/Hammocks/comments/2o36ju/anyone_know_of_any_good_mayan_hammocks_i_could_buy/) as well as links to the same type of hammock. I have two columns that are just about the right distance a part so I have [something very similar to this] (http://www.amazon.com/Erickson-34416-Retractable-Ratcheting-Tie-Down/dp/B005C2ACBI/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1420494647&sr=8-7&keywords=ratcheting+tie+downs) wrapped and tightened around the posts, with an S hook hanging off of the retention ring. It's worked for me.

Since I'm not using mine for backpacking, the weight was far less important to me than the comfort, so I got a model that's quite large (yesterday I took a nap with wifey in the hammock, neither of us were uncomfortable).

I'll try to take some pictures and post them as an edit, because perhaps my setup is a bit atypical and it would help some on here. I do also hang inside from time to time, as the house was built with hammock hangers inside. Hope this helps!

One note- when I had that trailer (it was my first m/c trailer, I have a 16' enclosed trailer now) I put Pit Posse/Pingel-style chocks on it and was able to put 3 sets of mounting plates in the 3 bike positions (left, center, right) at the right spacing for the bikes to co-exist, and then could swap from a single-bike with one chock to a two-bike setup with two chocks in like 30 seconds. Coupled with a cheap ATV ramp as wide as the trailer it was a very cheap and easy trailering setup. Add some nice strapping points around the edge of the trailer and it'll do the job well for a long time.

If you're planning to keep it a while, adding additional bolt-in bracing to the deck isn't a bad idea, or even just some 2x4 stiffening cross-members to help keep the trailer from "taco-ing" when you strap down the bikes.

I have a Tyger foldable soft cover I got from Amazon for around $200 and it’s great. Would definitely recommend it.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01H2TONUO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_RvFJBbGJ4B9V4

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0022ZXO40/ref=psdc_3147767011_t1_B003VLBPJA

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Best solution, in my experience. This one has plastic hooks which is better to avoid scratches.

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Wrap it around the bottom of your passenger seat when not in use (like hook it to the passenger grabs, and have the net wrapped tightly against the wheel well out of the way). Then flip it around when you want to use it.

I’ve been attaching this cargo net to my bike by attaching it to my saddle bag mounting points.

It takes a little bit of adjustment to get it fitted right, but I like the ability to put all sizes of things under my net. Like this.

My father in law has something like that for his truck. It works pretty well. It is like this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IAM1V8A/ref=asc_df_B00IAM1V8A5051531/?tag=hyprod-20&creative=394997&creativeASIN=B00IAM1V8A&linkCode=df0&hvadid=167151555243&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2928792753024713539&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9009614&hvtargid=pla-304733482006

Here's the cargo net I'm using. It's great. It stretches out to be huge so you can fit really big stuff on it (like 162 diapers) or smaller stuff (like a soccer ball)

You don't need plugs, the drain holes are enormous, I didn't cover them. I did make sure to put all the bolts back in for the seatbelt and seat brackets and covered the threads with some painter's tape. I used herculiner. Just like any body work, spend most your time on prep and it'll come out great.

I've had great luck with this inexpensive Tyger one from Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H2TONUO/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Not OP, but I got this net from amazon and have been very happy with it. (I had gotten a cheapie net for half the price before this one, but you can absolutely tell the difference.) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0022ZXO40/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

They make air mattresses specifically for truck beds, this one is $120 and has worked great in my experience 4 times out. You can use a basic tarp to cover the truck bed (Like this ) or you can buy a truck bed tent like this one which is $180. No experience with this one, but the concept is pretty much the same across the board.

So, I was in the same boat, and after a lot of research, I discovered that most of these Roof Top Tents (RTT) are made in the same factory in china which is why I went with this one to save a some money for about the same quality.


As far as quality goes, I went over every inch of this tent when I first opened it, and besides some metal shavings leftover from the factory, there were no issues besides the mattress being a little thin for a side sleeper like me.


For us, the RTT makes sense since we are going to be going on long road trips (eastern NE to Olympic National Forest in WA being one of them), where, for the majority of the trip, we aren't going to be spending more than one night at each stop. This allows us to set up/tear down in a couple of minutes, whereas with a regular tent or hammock, it takes a bit more time. So the convenience factor plays a pretty large part. And when we do get to our spot, we can just park the truck and hike around from there.


As with most things it comes down to personal preference, and how you go camping (one location vs multiple locations).

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FSBE7MI/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1453651120&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX118_SY170_QL70&keywords=truck+tent&dpPl=1&dpID=412LfrezMiL&ref=plSrch&th=0

brand is rightline gear. My first truck tent, buts it's pretty awesome.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009VOQ05U/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Easy to install with King of Hearts clamps.

One thing I haven’t gotten yet but keep meaning to is a pop & lock power tailgate lock. It’s about $100 and seems pretty easy to install (there’s a few videos on YouTube). It hooks up to the wiring for the door locks so when you lock and unlock your doors, the tailgate locks and unlocks too. I’ve read Tacoma tailgates can get stolen quite often because they are easily removable.
https://www.amazon.com/Pop-Lock-PL8535-Tailgate-Toyota/dp/B00LST3022/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=tacoma+tailgate+lock&qid=1563764583&s=gateway&sprefix=tacoma+tailga&sr=8-4

Get one of these or something like the same concept; I bought one years ago since I have a short bed Tundra, works great. https://www.amazon.com/Goplus-Extender-Adjustable-Extension-Ladder/dp/B078S19RRQ/ref=lp_15737901_1_5?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1542321751&sr=1-5

I bought this as an inexpensive bed extender and it works great.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D4CXIKY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_c1qgzb7TSVX9P

Just make sure to buy a hitch pin too if you don't already have one, the extender doesn't come with one

It was these guys

We also took all the stock interior out, so the holes for the handles, seatbelts, and plastic snaps that aren’t there anymore work perfect with the hooks they come with. You could easily take the hooks off and use something else to fasten it tho.

I found this one the looks pretty good:
Smittybilt Overlander Tent https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KCFKPX0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_lv5ACb6B2T6HE

My boyfriend uses truck tie-downs (a set used specifically for that purpose). I'm not entirely sure how he made it work, but he attached the short part to the bed frame, loops one end of the longer part around my wrists / ankles, and works the other end through the clicky-thing until it's pulled tight. I've never really taken the time to appreciate how it works while he's tying me down; I'm generally too preoccupied. But MAN that clicky sound gets me going every time now.

The fabric is extremely sturdy, doesn't cut into my skin, and once he's got it set up, I'm not going anywhere.

Here's an Amazon link to the tie downs.

Rustoleum is by no means gonna be as durable. But it'll be waay cheaper. A good alternative to line x that would be cheaper and still be durable would be something like [this](Herculiner HCL0B7 Brush-on Bed Liner - Quart https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002TDUXS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_guaIyb3W9AYR5)
You do have to roll or brush it on but with bedliner you won't be able to tell the difference. And a lot of times, rolling on is much, much better.

I've used this one for about a year now.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00T6JKH2C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_hx5bBb20Z4FG2

It's great. I think someone in this sub may have recommended it to me.

It's called Smittybilt Overlander Tent, we got it second hand from someone. It does not come with the roof rack, I bought the rack on Amazon. Its recommended that you dont have it on the stock roof rack that's built on the jeep. Tent and Roof Rack we did have to trim the roof rack down for the tent.

I bought it off Amazon for our truck. I also recommend the air mattress made for the truck bed. It made a huge difference after 40 miles on the bike that day.

Napier Backroadz Truck Tent - Full Size Regular Bed (6'4" - 6'7") https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ASYOTKU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_kCCpDb4HJAE2K

I bought this one for my '07 TRD Sport DCSB, and am quite happy with it.

They make a LongBed version also, BTW.

My buddy has this Smitty Built tent. Not only is it one of the cheaper ones, but it's lightweight and it's pretty comfy too. I've slept in it and it does everything I expect from a tent. https://www.amazon.com/Smittybilt-2783-Folded-Tent/dp/B00KCFKPX0

I used Herculiner Bed Liner. Very pricey, but I'm confident that this will last. It's the stuff with the little rubber chunks mixed in. I put a couple of coats on the bottom of mine, which is still being built.

http://www.amazon.com/Herculiner-HCL1B8-Brush--Bed-Liner/dp/B0002TDUW4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1418011751&sr=8-1&keywords=Herculiner+Bed+Liner

Bed Extender

Best $50 I spent. Let's me haul a 14' kayak on the back of mine (with a toolbox)

I strap my backpack to my rear rack with one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Heavy-Duty-Cargo-Net-Motorcycles-ATVs/dp/B003VLBPJA/ Works perfectly.

Gator ETX Soft Tri-Fold Truck Bed Tonneau Cover | 59404 | fits Toyota Tacoma 2005-15 (5 ft bed) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00I11U3D4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Q1nhDbATRZ9TY

I’ve had this for two years and it’s held up great

My unpopular opinion, especially if this is your only bike, is to go fixed. The bike is cheaper/tougher for the money, and less maintenance means better reliability. And for you the rider, it teaches/reinforces proper pedal stroke and ability to hold higher cadence, which translates to your ability to do 50+ mile rides after just a month or so of riding. Something like a Kilo TT Pro with a porter rack is a helluva city beater. I threw some flat bars on mine and its comfy as hell. And with the front rack you can bungee a regular waterproof backpack or whatever and don't have to buy actual panniers. Anyways, just my 2¢

Here's the flares:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00WCMD5EM/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

And I used two quarts of Herculiner which was the perfect amount for two coats.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0002TDUXS/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

So total was probably around $300 after buying everything I needed to put it all together.

Like others said.. Bungee cords.. although I typically used Cargo Nets instead... Something like this : https://www.amazon.com/PowerTye-Cargo-featuring-Adjustable-Orange/dp/B00T6JKH2C But with those type of hooks on the bike you don't really need hooks on the cargo net

Bought this for my 2018 Tacoma works perfect, locks and unlocks with factory fob.


Pop & Lock PL8535 Power Tailgate Lock for Toyota Tundra https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LST3022/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_T23pYRbStximo

Rightline Gear 110907 SUV Tent https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NGJEN5K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_9povDbC9SWHTY

We throw an air mattress in the back of the Cherokee and have a little table and chairs set up in the tent. Got us through a few rough storms with no leakage issues. Relatively easy setup and teardown. The tent can be disconnected and sealed off while you take the jeep out for activities. I’d highly recommend it.

Here is the one I bought, I guess it was 89.99 originally, I did have a $10 off coupon. I honestly think it would be worth it for you, they can be a PITA to hoist up there. I bought it specifically for how much I can adjust it... the picture from Amazon does a good job at showing it off.

You'll want to pick up one of these:

http://www.amazon.com/Heavy-Duty-Cargo-Net-Motorcycles-ATVs/dp/B003VLBPJA

I just recently got back from a trip and used one of those to secure most of my stuff. Also, don't underestimate the utility of a fully loaded backpack and some gun locks. Bungee cords help too.

The tent is a Smittybilt Overlander that is mounted on two KB Voodoo Crossbars.

Although it's probably hard to see in the video, the crossbars have special brackets that allow for you to use them with a tonneau cover.

I have a porteur front rack (basically a little platform that mounts on my front wheel).

If I'll be on a particularly bumpy road, I'll use this: PowerTye 50152 Black 15"X15" Cargo Net featuring 6 Adjustable Hooks & Tight 2"x2" Mesh https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0022ZXO40/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_basUBbAEW9B9T

Otherwise, if the road is smooth and the pack is pretty light, I'll just loop the Nomin straps around my handlebars so it rests on the platform lengthwise.

its this one

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00T6JKH2C/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

it works well for the large basket. I think the company makes them for the smaller ones as well.

IMO, a rack isn’t mandatory. I regularly put both kayaks and canoes in the bed of my truck. It’s a 6.5’, and you get 20-24” extra with the tailgate. The biggest canoe I put in there is 14’6”. I anchor the noses to tie downs at the front, then tie through the rear handle as well. I’ve been up to an hour of interstate travel with two boats in the back. No issues.

But if you’re worried that you don’t have enough support at the tail, you can always get something like: https://www.amazon.com/MaxxHaul-70231-Extender-Ladder-Lumber/dp/B01D4CXIKY

I ordered this tonneau cover today. Should be here on Monday. Even though it says it's for a Chevy Colorado, it fits very nicely on the Gladiator.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M1K4T40/ref=nav_signin?ie=UTF8&psc=1&

For my pack that doesn't have any specific carry attachment, I use something like this motorcycle helmet net to attach it. It's not great, but it works just fine.

Here is what I'm using for the rack and for the [cargo netting I'm using a cheap one on amazon] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0022ZXO40/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1). The rack has been great so far but I'm not 100 on the netting juuusssst yet

this one. It was a nice little DIY job.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H2TONUO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

If I may offer a suggestion; when my Dad fixed up the old fishing boat he used roll-on pickup truck bed liner to coat the floor for a nice non-slip surface.

Something like this

They have a wide variety of sizes and are low profile so you might be able to just wrap it around the bag if you can't feel it when it's on your back then np, wrap the shoes up in it.

This would help a lotand so would a Milkshake

Dude bungee net! Put that shit on your rear fender or something. It's the first thing I buy all my friends when they get 2 wheels! Get the one with the adjustable hooks like this one

https://www.amazon.com/PowerTye-50152-Black-featuring-Adjustable/dp/B0022ZXO40/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=7WQ0TEKM3TMH&keywords=bungee+net+motorcycle&qid=1555021535&s=gateway&sprefix=bundgie+n&sr=8-3

Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Rightline-Gear-110907-SUV-Tent/dp/B00NGJEN5K

You could try covering the floor with the material used to coat pickup beds. Something like this:
http://www.amazon.com/Herculiner-HCL1B7-Brush--Liner-Quart/dp/B0002TDUXS/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1342969057&sr=1-1

It was something like this

https://www.amazon.com/Rightline-Gear-110907-SUV-Tent/dp/B00NGJEN5K

Probably something like this should suit you! I'll probably snag one as well. Those "baskets" are ridiculous.

https://tihk.co/collections/urban-survival-gear/products/hk2-handcuff-key

and/or

https://tihk.co/collections/urban-survival-gear/products/escape-stick

To help secure the bag(to keep people from trying to take items out of it when you're standing in line, or whatever) affix one of these to the bag. Cut the plastic hooks off, leaving the loops intact and then use zip ties or whatever works for you. You can add clips and such to make it removable or able to get under it. The idea is to slow people down, not stop access.

https://www.amazon.com/PowerTye-50152-Black-featuring-Adjustable/dp/B0022ZXO40

You can add a tether to the bag itself to thwart people making off with it if you set it down to get inside:


Attach to bag and clip the carabiner to your belt. If someone grabs the bag and runs, he's in for a rude surprise.
https://www.amazon.com/Black-Diamond-Slinger-Leash/dp/B004JSGEN6

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FYI clif bars have about a 6 month shelf life. They get nasty if they get older than that.

I just put these on my truck, though I got mine for $45+$45 shipping. I payed a body shop $20 to drill the holes. They're amazing and you don't have kayaks sticking out all over the place, a problem with my 12'.

I use this tent for my truck bed. That way I have a canopy for the day and a tent for night. Privacy for sex is key. Canopy is nice for staying cooler when sleeping but sex trumps all.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FSBE7MI/ref=mp_s_a_1_fkmr1_1?qid=1426708236&sr=8-1-fkmr1&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&keywords=8ft+truck+tent+rightline

Herculiner might as well make it tough! This is a diy bedliner.

I have a bungee net for when I need to carry something, I’d imagine that would work fine for a helmet.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0022ZXO40/ref=cm_sw_r_em_api_c_3Vj0AbBKDRHGM

I'll say I loved having one of those little bungee nets to hold my wad of gear together. Not only did I not have to worry about strapping in two directions but I could quickly reach behind me and grab a water bottle or jam it back in there without needing to unpack/repack.

If you decide to go cheap, you want a cargo net, not bungie cords. Will cost about $8.

I think they sell tents that you can back a SUV into, then its just a matter of incorporating the skirt into the door on the trailer

Here is what I bought for my '18 tacoma

Try a truck bed liner?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002TDUW4

Get a bugie net, keep it under your seat or wherever, strap the pizza to your tank. I've transported 4 at once that way. Or a rack.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003VLBPJA/ref=pd_aw_sbs_sg_1?pi=SL500_SS115

They're not very cheap, but can make a big difference when sleeping in a car. For this one I paid $350 CAD , but it seems to have gone up a bit.

Non-mobile: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FSBE7MI/ref=mp_s_a_1_fkmr1_1?qid=1426708236&sr=8-1-fkmr1&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&keywords=8ft+truck+tent+rightline

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Herculiner™

http://www.amazon.com/PowerTye-50152-Black-X15-Cargo/dp/B0022ZXO40

Smittybilt Overlander

https://www.amazon.com/Smittybilt-2783-Overlander-Tent/dp/B00KCFKPX0

Tyger Auto T3 Tri-Fold Truck Tonneau Cover TG-BC3T1530 Works with 2016-2018 Toyota Tacoma | Fleetside 5' Bed | for Models with or Without The Deckrail System https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01H2TONUO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_JkuFDbQGSEQ3Q

Rightline Gear 110907 SUV Tent:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NGJEN5K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_vE.EDbTNMBT16

Low cost, well reviewed tent. Happened to be $90 off when I purchased.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003VLBPJA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_dp_T1_Hk-szb59M9QN0

Smittybilt Overlander

Smittybilt Overlander Tent https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00KCFKPX0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_qkn0CbXANF7SC

Rack + Net

SUV Tent? $360 CDN

https://www.amazon.ca/Rightline-Gear-110907-SUV-Tent/dp/B00NGJEN5K

or the hammock thing

Just to throw out a slightly different idea, https://eugenebicyclist.com/2011/07/11/how-to-make-a-cratie-i-e-how-to-bungee-crate-to-bike/

You would not even need bungees then. Anything in the basket rides with you.


They also sell elastic cargo nets too https://www.amazon.com/PowerTye-50152-Black-featuring-Adjustable/dp/B0022ZXO40/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1479710141&sr=8-5&keywords=cargo+net

https://www.amazon.com/PowerTye-50152-Black-featuring-Adjustable/dp/B0022ZXO40

I believe this is the exact one I bought here, I bought through an actual store though, not Amazon. It is a Smittybilt

I understand. Amazon has a ton of reviews on similar products. Maybe try rolling some onto a block of wood or something just to test before you apply it to your boat.

https://www.amazon.com/Herculiner-HCL1B8-Brush-Bed-Liner/dp/B0002TDUW4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1487273785&sr=8-1&keywords=rhino+liner

I too always buy more crap than I can fit in my backpack, and I can't be bothered to mess around with real bike luggage. One of the best $5 investments I've ever made: the bungee net. I keep that shit on me at all times so I never have to worry about making a quick stop on the way home for beer groceries.

I have had the Tyger Tonneau for about a year now, with absolutely no complaints. For the money, I would highly recommend it.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01H2TONUO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_QHY5AbE3PR256

Is this same one? cassavetes' seems to have a much thicker shock cord, has four instead of five grids, and has four thick red plastic hooks instead of the six wire ones on the Topeak.

Both are good, but they don't look the same to me.

Edit:

Linky time!

• Heavy duty 15" cargo net
  
  
• Sunlite bungee cargo net
  
  
• Minimal design
  
  
• Delta cargo net
  
  
• Finally - the winner(?) Delta Cycle Megarack Cargo Net. Four large red hooks? Check. Grid size of four? Check. Thick shock cord? Check. $7 price tag? Check.
  
  
• Even cheaper here

I lost mine within the first month of getting my bike. Now I just opt for a cheap helmet net I got at the motorcycle store.

Cons: if someone wants to steal your helmet, it's really no hassle. Then again, if someone really wanted your helmet, a thin wire probably wouldn't stop them. My insurance against helmet theft is a cheap helmet no one wants to steal.

Pros: securely fastens helmet to bike, can throw a helmet under there while riding (couldn't do that with wire cable), can also use net for holding other stuff while riding, like groceries.