How does your van wear your board or skis?

[The Merle]

 

[California4x4]

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Either on the roof bars or in the box.

 

[kave]

Inside under the seat. Travelled 6 people with 7 pair of skiis.

 

[sbmcd]

Inside in the under seat ski slot, can't bear the thought of all the road salt on my lovely skis. Once parked up for skis are under the van.

 

[Jay20cali]

Looks like a body but I promise it’s our snowboards

 

[The Merle]

Cool
Keep the pics coming even if they are stored inside

 

[The Merle]

Looks like a body but I promise it’s our snowboards

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The black bike rack looks good especially with the white van.

 

[California4x4]

Looks like a body but I promise it’s our snowboards

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That’s definitely a body. I was wondering how to get a 5th passenger in the 4Motion. You’ve just solved my problem.

 

[California4x4]

Inside in the under seat ski slot, can't bear the thought of all the road salt on my lovely skis. Once parked up for skis are under the van.

I carried mine on the roof bars without a bag for a season and even up there I had a lot of rust on my splitboard. I got on much better with a roof box and that also allowed my solar panel to see the sun.

 

[sbmcd]

I carried mine on the roof bars without a bag for a season and even up there I had a lot of rust on my splitboard. I got on much better with a roof box and that also allowed my solar panel to see the sun.

I do have Thule a ski roof box I used to use on my A4 but it would be such a long way up I think I would need a ladder to access it. How do you find getting gear in and out the box?

 

[California4x4]

I do have Thule a ski roof box I used to use on my A4 but it would be such a long way up I think I would need a ladder to access it. How do you find getting gear in and out the box?

No problem at all haha

 

[sbmcd]

No problem at all haha
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What ladder do you use?

 

[California4x4]

2019 Latest Design DIY Multi-Purpose Aluminium Telescopic Ladder Extension Extend - Portable Foldable (2.6M) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07BNJC3BY/?tag=eliteelect-21

Although I haven’t ended up keeping it there, I did trim the bottom of both legs so it would fit under the bench if I want to.

 

[sbmcd]

2019 Latest Design DIY Multi-Purpose Aluminium Telescopic Ladder Extension Extend - Portable Foldable (2.6M) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07BNJC3BY/?tag=eliteelect-21

Although I haven’t had meds up keeping it there, I did trim the bottom of both legs so it would fit under the bench if I want to. View attachment 53371View attachment 53372

Thanks

 

[Chris Hardern]

Has anyone adapted a bike rack to take skis?

 

[clarinetbcn]

Has anyone adapted a bike rack to take skis?

https://vwcaliforniaclub.com/search/65270/?q=Skis+on+bike+rack&o=relevance

 

[Waldo]

Football live et direct

Mater le foot

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[sbmcd]

Football live et direct

Mater le foot

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Neat but probably the worst place for road salt.

 

[SailSki]

Hi Chris, I adapted my towbar-mounted Atera Strada DL3 to take ski racks, and can carry skis plus up to 3 bikes at once.
As mentioned above, road salt can be an issue (especially lower down with a towbar rack) so I am now putting the skis in lightweight ski bags and they still fit fine in the clamps and are better protected.
Photos of my diy effort are at the end of the thread below:

Roof/ski box/rack

Hi guys, sorry if this has been asked before, couldn't the topic anywhere. Winter is closing in, and I'm looking for options to keep the skis out of the van. Last season I had them inside, and it got all wet and foggy after a day in the slopes, although I kept them in a bag. So what are your...

vwcaliforniaclub.com

 

[sbmcd]

2019 Latest Design DIY Multi-Purpose Aluminium Telescopic Ladder Extension Extend - Portable Foldable (2.6M) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07BNJC3BY/?tag=eliteelect-21

Although I haven’t ended up keeping it there, I did trim the bottom of both legs so it would fit under the bench if I want to. View attachment 53371View attachment 53372

Bought the ladders and cut the bottoms as you did, perfect, will now try using the ski box. Will keep my ones in the back stored vertically next to the cupboard as they do not take up much space at all, my drawer is full of other stuff lol

 

[California4x4]

Bought the ladders and cut the bottoms as you did, perfect, will now try using the ski box. Will keep my ones in the back stored vertically next to the cupboard as they do not take up much space at all, my drawer is full of other stuff lol

I’m looking forward to some photos from your next snow adventure!

 

[sbmcd]

2019 Latest Design DIY Multi-Purpose Aluminium Telescopic Ladder Extension Extend - Portable Foldable (2.6M) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07BNJC3BY/?tag=eliteelect-21

Although I haven’t ended up keeping it there, I did trim the bottom of both legs so it would fit under the bench if I want to. View attachment 53371View attachment 53372

I have the bars a box fitted and the ladders trimmed as you have done, my next question relates to the French Toll roads and what rate you get charged at, Cat 1 under 2 meters or Cat 2 for the additional height (2 - 3 metes), with the box my van is 2.45 metres. Guidance suggests the box is not included for purposes of the toll rate but since measurement is automatic I do not see how this can be correct.

 

[Ch1pbutty]

Get a Sanef Liber-t tag before you go & and set up a direct debit. If they accidentally overcharge you the height, you can get the difference refunded when you get back home.

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France - Liber-t tag

If you are a Class 1 vehicle and have a roof load such as a roof box or bicycle that takes your overall height over 2m, you will still be charged as a Class 1 vehicle. There is equipment (laser and 3D imaging) in the Liber-t lanes that can distinguish between 'Class 1 + roofload' and Class 2 vehicles. You should be charged at Class 1 rate.

Occasionally however, this auto detection equipment may incorrectly identify you as Class 2. We advise you to check your bill when you receive it or view your future toll balance in your 'Account Summary' area and if you have been incorrectly charged at Class 2 rate, please open a toll adjustment request. Just go to your 'Account Summary' area, scroll down and next to 'My Tags' click 'View Tolls', click on the toll you wish to be adjusted, click 'Raise a Toll Adjustment Request' and complete the toll adjustment request form. We will ensure that you are reimbursed the difference the following month. Toll adjustments must be requested within 3 months of the transaction date.//

 

[sbmcd]

Get a Sanef Liber-t tag before you go & and set up a direct debit. If they accidentally overcharge you the height, you can get the difference refunded when you get back home.

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France - Liber-t tag

If you are a Class 1 vehicle and have a roof load such as a roof box or bicycle that takes your overall height over 2m, you will still be charged as a Class 1 vehicle. There is equipment (laser and 3D imaging) in the Liber-t lanes that can distinguish between 'Class 1 + roofload' and Class 2 vehicles. You should be charged at Class 1 rate.

Occasionally however, this auto detection equipment may incorrectly identify you as Class 2. We advise you to check your bill when you receive it or view your future toll balance in your 'Account Summary' area and if you have been incorrectly charged at Class 2 rate, please open a toll adjustment request. Just go to your 'Account Summary' area, scroll down and next to 'My Tags' click 'View Tolls', click on the toll you wish to be adjusted, click 'Raise a Toll Adjustment Request' and complete the toll adjustment request form. We will ensure that you are reimbursed the difference the following month. Toll adjustments must be requested within 3 months of the transaction date.//

Thank you for that comprehensive response, I will certainly get the Sanef Liberte, that will also reduce stress at the tolls.

 

[Michael G]

We carry skins and stuff in a roof box both summer and winter. Standing on the rear wheel or on the bench with the door open works fine.