Need input regarding rear storage shelf

[bittnecm]

My kids got me a Hooke Road rear cargo rack, for Christmas. Went to test fit it today, and unfortunately it will not work with my XG Cargo Gamma bags. That said, I am now looking for something that will work with the cargo bags (as I really like them and want to keep them). I do have a few absolute requirements that the shelf/rack would need to meet:
1. Must work with the XG Cargo bags
2. Must have enough room, underneath, to easily stow a Yeti cooler and Yeti bucket. I coach my son’s baseball team and getting the bucket in and out, easily, is an absolute necessity.
3. Must not rattle.

I have found a few that I think might work, and am hoping for some input from those of you who might have them:
1. Hooke Road Interior Cargo Shelf (a little unsure about this, as it only has 18” of space underneath).
2. Expedition Gear Cargo Shelf (I really like this; however, I cannot find definitive info on the underneath space…but, pics make it appear as though it is >18”).
3. American Adventure Lab JLU M.A.S.S. Cargo Shelf (looks really nice…but, pricey).
4. XG Cargo Platform A (looks really nice & is designed to work with the bags…but, the most pricey of all the options).

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[Odyssey USA]

My kids got me a Hooke Road rear cargo rack, for Christmas. Went to test fit it today, and unfortunately it will not work with my XG Cargo Gamma bags. That said, I am now looking for something that will work with the cargo bags (as I really like them and want to keep them). I do have a few absolute requirements that the shelf/rack would need to meet:
1. Must work with the XG Cargo bags
2. Must have enough room, underneath, to easily stow a Yeti cooler and Yeti bucket. I coach my son’s baseball team and getting the bucket in and out, easily, is an absolute necessity.
3. Must not rattle.

I have found a few that I think might work, and am hoping for some input from those of you who might have them:
1. Hooke Road Interior Cargo Shelf (a little unsure about this, as it only has 18” of space underneath).
2. Expedition Gear Cargo Shelf (I really like this; however, I cannot find definitive info on the underneath space…but, pics make it appear as though it is >18”).
3. American Adventure Lab JLU M.A.S.S. Cargo Shelf (looks really nice…but, pricey).
4. XG Cargo Platform A (looks really nice & is designed to work with the bags…but, the most pricey of all the options).

Wish I could get the XG to see if it would work with my setup but return it if it doesn’t. I have the Gama bags too. That or they show more angles/pics to show the different height adjustments and the view from the back door with the seats folded down. I do have a fridge but it’s dual zone and not sure if the back lid would clear.

That thing is pricey though isn’t it.

 

[3TV]

My vote goes for American Adventure Labs. It works with the XG cargo bags and a large Yeti cooler fits underneath. Height is adjustable if you need to make adjustments for your set up. No rattles at all.

 

[RicRecon]

My kids got me a Hooke Road rear cargo rack, for Christmas. Went to test fit it today, and unfortunately it will not work with my XG Cargo Gamma bags. That said, I am now looking for something that will work with the cargo bags (as I really like them and want to keep them). I do have a few absolute requirements that the shelf/rack would need to meet:
1. Must work with the XG Cargo bags
2. Must have enough room, underneath, to easily stow a Yeti cooler and Yeti bucket. I coach my son’s baseball team and getting the bucket in and out, easily, is an absolute necessity.
3. Must not rattle.

I have found a few that I think might work, and am hoping for some input from those of you who might have them:
1. Hooke Road Interior Cargo Shelf (a little unsure about this, as it only has 18” of space underneath).
2. Expedition Gear Cargo Shelf (I really like this; however, I cannot find definitive info on the underneath space…but, pics make it appear as though it is >18”).
3. American Adventure Lab JLU M.A.S.S. Cargo Shelf (looks really nice…but, pricey).
4. XG Cargo Platform A (looks really nice & is designed to work with the bags…but, the most pricey of all the options).

I have the expedition gear shelf and it works great with my gamma bags. Adjustable height also. I run a homemade shelf box with a fridge on top with a slide. No clearance issues.

 

[bittnecm]

My vote goes for American Adventure Labs. It works with the XG cargo bags and a large Yeti cooler fits underneath. Height is adjustable if you need to make adjustments for your set up. No rattles at all.

Thanks for the reply @3TV. I really like the looks and thoughtfulness of the AAL shelf &and its design. I am just struggling to wrap my head around the price tag.

 

[bittnecm]

I have the expedition gear shelf and it works great with my gamma bags. Adjustable height also. I run a homemade shelf box with a fridge on top with a slide. No clearance issues.

@RicRecon do you happen to have any pics of your setup? Do you also happen to know the space you have underneath your Expedition Cargo shelf? I cannot find info on how much space it has below it.

 

[RicRecon]

@RicRecon do you happen to have any pics of your setup? Do you also happen to know the space you have underneath your Expedition Cargo shelf? I cannot find info on how much space it has below it.

Thought I did. I’ll get a photo and measurements for you tomorrow.

 

[Centurion07]

I'm a big fan of @Vector Offroad . They can tell you whether or not the XG bags work.

https://vectoroffroad.com/products/jlu-highland-platform

 

[Vector Offroad]

I'm a big fan of @Vector Offroad . They can tell you whether or not the XG bags work.

https://vectoroffroad.com/products/jlu-highland-platform

Thank you. Yes it does work with the XG bags. 24.5” of clearance and made in the USA.

 

[Centurion07]

Thank you. Yes it does work with the XG bags. 24.5” of clearance and made in the USA.

Mine is the 2 dr variant, and gets used constantly. A piece of marine mat reduces noise when things get bouncy.

 

[H2O_Doc]

I'm a big fan of @Vector Offroad . They can tell you whether or not the XG bags work.

https://vectoroffroad.com/products/jlu-highland-platform

I did both and it’s worked out great.

 

[Odyssey USA]

My vote goes for American Adventure Labs. It works with the XG cargo bags and a large Yeti cooler fits underneath. Height is adjustable if you need to make adjustments for your set up. No rattles at all.

Good to know. It looks nice too.

 

[dnvrswany]

My kids got me a Hooke Road rear cargo rack, for Christmas. Went to test fit it today, and unfortunately it will not work with my XG Cargo Gamma bags. That said, I am now looking for something that will work with the cargo bags (as I really like them and want to keep them). I do have a few absolute requirements that the shelf/rack would need to meet:
1. Must work with the XG Cargo bags
2. Must have enough room, underneath, to easily stow a Yeti cooler and Yeti bucket. I coach my son’s baseball team and getting the bucket in and out, easily, is an absolute necessity.
3. Must not rattle.

I have found a few that I think might work, and am hoping for some input from those of you who might have them:
1. Hooke Road Interior Cargo Shelf (a little unsure about this, as it only has 18” of space underneath).
2. Expedition Gear Cargo Shelf (I really like this; however, I cannot find definitive info on the underneath space…but, pics make it appear as though it is >18”).
3. American Adventure Lab JLU M.A.S.S. Cargo Shelf (looks really nice…but, pricey).
4. XG Cargo Platform A (looks really nice & is designed to work with the bags…but, the most pricey of all the options).

I searched and spent way too much time looking but then finally pulled trigger on AAL one. Save yourself the headache and cry once..

 

[HeloMec]

My vote goes for American Adventure Labs. It works with the XG cargo bags and a large Yeti cooler fits underneath. Height is adjustable if you need to make adjustments for your set up. No rattles at all.

The Milwaukee Packout mounts are those Builtright?

 

[dlong1119]

I have the Hooke Road SOT interior shelf and am generally very happy with it. It's heavy duty and doesn't rattle. I cut a piece of rubber mat to fit the inside so things that I put in/on it don't slide, rattle or scratch it.

It does only have about 17.5" underneath but I can remove it in less than 5 minutes if needed, just have to be careful when maneuvering it out so that the mounting brackets don't ding anything up. I put a bucket underneath and then jam a folded up moving blanket on top to support it as I remove the screws that go into the roll bar. To put it back in just set it on the bucket/blanket and reinstall the screws.

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