SEMA 2024 – We’re kicking this off with three new and updated roof racks from Kuat, Ironman 4×4, and Thule in our video, followed by more pics and details.
Below that is a mega roundup of killer finds from DV8 Offroad, Expedition One, Flated, Intrepid Overland, Landace, Turn Offroad, Urander, Westin, and XG Cargo!
Kuat DEK x Diode Dynamics rack
Kuat’s new DEK roof rack is a sleek, OEM-looking option that’ll come in 11 different sizes, with three direct-mount versions to fit the new Tacoma, 4Runner, and Land Cruiser to start. The others are universal designs that attach to factory or aftermarket cross bars.
They partnered with Diode Dynamics to offer an integrated light bar with five of their SSC2 pods on board. Diode Dynamics also has a co-branded version of this rack with a full-width light bar, both of which will be available in early 2025.
It has T-Track slots along the top of the rails and cross bars, but none on the sides to maintain the low profile and sleek appearance. Prices from $849 to $1,749, mounts included..
Ironman 4×4
Ironman 4×4’s new RAID roof racks take the roofline-hugging design up a notch with two cool features.
First, the side rails aren’t just a flat panel, they bend inward to create a smooth top section for a more subtle transition to the cross bars. This also allows for a more integrated front fairing design, which you can pair with eight of their Scope 5″ lights, or…
…one of their Saber 42.5″ dual-row LED light bars.
The other clever feature are the stealth pilot holes for smaller items like lights or handles. It still has the slotted mounts for adding bigger accessories like shower tanks and awnings, but the small holes are nearly invisible until you tap them to mount something.
For pickups, there’s a new RAID Canopy. It’s a lightweight aluminum shell that covers the entire bed and has strut-assisted side windows. Add a storage box behind it for easy access to recovery gear (or whatever).
The struts can be limited to open the window to flat if you have other stuff on your roof that extends over the side.
All four corners have bed reinforcements, and interior tracks on the roof make it easy to store more stuff out of the way.
Thule
The Thule Caprock has been in their line for a while, but now they’re working on a new direct mount design, starting with the 4th gen Toyota Tacoma.
The direct-mount rails bolt into the factory roof rail mounting points for a secure hold with a sleeker, more aerodynamic, low-profile position. Attach handles, light bars, and more underneath, further improving the low-profile look of it and keeping the top open for bigger gear.
They also showed of their updated Rod Vault, which can hold 2-4 fly rods with up to 5″ reels. Behind that is the updated Force XT cargo box…
…which switches to a more durable, less-finicky sliding latch compared to the rotating lock of current/older models.
Lastly, and not coming until mid-2025, is the new Outpace bike rack. It’s their most compact and affordable full-featured hitch rack, folding up into a very tiny space:
The trays hold most normal size road, gravel, and mountain bike tires (maybe not 4″+ fat bike tires), and wheel straps secure all wheels.
A single arm holds the frame steady, and theoretically you could clamp it to the top of a wheel for a no-touch transport. One really clever feature is the ruggedized strap on the bottom/back. Just pull it to release and raise/lower the rack, replacing levers and simplifying the mechanical parts to save weight.
DV8 Offroad
This Bronco was in the middle of the corridors, not in a booth, but the DV8 components caught my eye. No idea if they’re new or not.
I like the low mount for the light bar, pushing it out in front of the windshield, but still protected with a tubular surround. The ditch light mount is interesting…I think I’d like the lights to be pushed forward from the mirror and antenna, and lower so the don’t obstruct the view, but it’s a clean looking mount nonetheless.
Note the roof rack’s cross bars, they mount to the bottom of the rails rather than the top, creating a small shelf all the way around. The rear bumper with tire mount and cage adds easy attachments for trash sacks, etc.
Expedition One
Expedition One’s latest includes roof rack and other parts for the Ineos Grenadier and new Land Cruiser, including this split rear bumper+carrier system.
The bumper is available separately without the pivots, but if you plan on adding exterior cargo, go with the one with the swings as they’re not designed to be added later. The bumpers have slots for all factory backward and forward sensors, and even a corner panel for cross-traffic alert sensors on vehicles with that feature (the gray/textured square on image above).
The swings can use various accessory mounts and/or spare tire mounts. That bit extending from the tailgate is an incredibly overbuilt rear camera relocator…nothing more.
They also have new bumpers for the Chevy Colorado, along with rock sliders and more. Most (if not all) of their bumpers have 1″ thick recovery points, winch mounts, and can be had with or without bull bars, hoops, light pockets, and other options, too.
Based in Ogden, UT, Expedition One designs and manufactures in the US and offer bumpers, racks, skid plates and more for a huge range of vehicles and model years.
Flated
Flated makes inflatable storage boxes and truck bed canopies. The roof top storage units deflate to fit in an oversized duffel or backpack.
They’re kinda heavy, about like an inflatable SUP, but if you only need it occasionally and don’t want to store something huge in your garage, it’s an interesting option that seemed plenty rigid. Not shown, they also had some really cool inflatable camp chairs and table.
Intrepid Camp Gear
Intrepid’s new Cargo Cases are now available for pre-order, available in two sizes – TX120 (57″, $899) and TX190 (88.5″, $1,190). Both will ship in late December.
Both have full aluminum construction, and the names indicate interior volume (120L and 190L). They’re designed to be hard mounted, with tough lockable latches to secure whatever you want to store inside.
The roof has full soft-side Velco coverage, so you can stick compatible accessories to it, or add their optional MOLLE panel and other inserts to keep things organized.
Their rooftop tent has one of the biggest interior spaces thanks to a folding top and pop-out section, and soon it will be available with this tan side wall, too.
They’re also prototyping a folding lounge chair for use inside the tent. It folds flat, so you can just leave it in there.
Landace
Landace is the “brand” side of DONREX, a Chinese manufacturer of aftermarket offroad equipment with a stated focus on “R&D and manufacturing” quality. While it’s unlikely you’ll see their logo on the trails, they might be making some of the stuff for brands you do see.
Regardless, I thought their Bronco roof rack and light bar was interesting, and they offer a lot of other interesting interior and exterior accessories for Toyotas, Jeeps, Broncos, and more.
Turn Offroad
Turn Offroad is focused exclusively on the 6th-gen Ford Bronco with a huge range of bumpers, mounts, and other gear.
Their new TR10 Series Hardtop for the 2021+ Ford Bronco 4-door ($4,499) already has a 4-6 month waitlist. It offers a robust replacement for soft top models and adds a lot of overland-friendly features plus insulation for a quieter ride and better climate control!
The exterior can be painted, or leave it black. Rear windows are 20% tinted, and the back window has gas struts to hold it open. Billet aluminum inserts provide anchors for mounting accessories, roof racks, and…
…even side panels for MOLLE boards, etc. (Side note: We covered that sweet Rockworkx shovel/tool here)
The interior has an anti-microbial, water-resistant headliner, and you can add additional MOLLE panels, or…
…wait for this sleek dropout storage compartment. It’s a prototype for now, but has hinges that lower it at an angle to provide easy access to its contents, then raises up and locks into a closed position on the ceiling. Very cool.
They also make various light mounts, including mirror-mounted ditch lights and a new spare tire carrier multi-light pod. This one’s designed around Baja Designs’ S2 pods.
Urander
Want to make the most of your Tesla? The new Urander Cybertruck Bed Rack Kit ($1,950) has a modular design that lets you easily add or remove cross bars and MOLLE panels to suit every adventure (or trip to the hardware store).
It’s shaped to create a level top starting the top of the windshield’s peak. Total weight is just 140lbs thanks to a mostly aluminum construction with steel hardware and powder coated finish.
Dynamic load rating is 440lbs off-road (600lbs on-road), with an 800lb static load rating. It bolts directly onto factory mounting points, no drilling required.
Westin
Westin’s new low-profile bumper for the 4th-gen Toyota Tacoma adds light pod and winch mounts, but that’s not all they’ve got for the latest model.
They also have new roof racks, truck bed caps, and…
…standard and Pro-E Power running boards. They’re not sliders, but if you just want something that tucks up when not needed, these are pretty sleek.
XG Cargo
XG Cargo makes a huge range of storage and rack solutions for the Jeep Wrangler and Ford Bronco. Above are the Gama Adventure pods, which fit on the roll cage with or without the top on.
They slide into fixed mounts, letting you quickly remove them for easier access or bringing your tools, recovery gear, etc., where it’s needed. They also make that center storage platform in the first photo, giving you a shelf behind the back seats.
They also have tailgate and rear seat-back Storage Wall panels that hold storage bags.
Those smaller bags clip into the wall panel for easy removal, and they’re available in a range of designs.
Tac Seat Back Storage panels are also available for front seats, also with clip-on bags great for all the small stuff. At $149 per seat, as shown with four bags and some other small bits, they’re not a bad deal.
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