There were a fair few of you who were interested in this roof rack, so I figured I'd put this video together. Hopefully it answers all you questions, but feel free to ping me if you'd like to know any more!

@joebcfcable

4 жыл бұрын

Can you get one for a roof box?

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

joebcfc They do ‘monkey bars’ which you can then mount a box to. Bloody expensive though.

@joebcfcable

4 жыл бұрын

@@JBCTR thanks for the reply, love the vids.

@reboundrides8132

3 жыл бұрын

I just ordered this rack and thru axel adapter through the description and they sent me the sea sucker cup holder on accident 😐 I hope it’s not difficult to swap out because it was over $300

@Zxowakat

3 жыл бұрын

Have you had any issues with the pump?

I honestly love the editting feel like im watching a BBC Documentry

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

james shepherd BBC documentary 🤣 thanks man!

Really helpful video thank you! Video filming and editing was brilliant, this channel will go far! Subscribed 👌🏻

Just picked the mini bomber rack up for my Norco Optic C3/BMW setup. Great video!

Wow! What a well produced video! I was looking for a review of the rack because I just bought an F-type and I stumbled on this great channel: cyclist and car enthusiast. No many of us that overlap like that.

@JBCTR

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, and sorry I missed your comment! I bet the f type looks great with a bike on the roof!

Thank you. Love the Feista too! We missed that generation over here in the US.

Damn very high quality production all around, well done!

Good video. I like the fact that there's bit of the pop and crackle on the exhaust too hehe. Cheers mate.

I paid 1/3 the price for a Rockbros rack. Just seeing that hideous box art from SeaSucker confirms I made the right choice. There is no magic here, suction cups like this have existed for decades to carry panes of glass. And they want $30 for thru-axle adapter. I 3D printed my own for pennies.

Had to LOL when you brought up the quick detailer....I was already planning to do exactly that prior to getting to that part on your video. Nice review mate! Cheers!

@JBCTR

3 жыл бұрын

No probs - thanks!

Nice review. Been looking for one of these for my fiesta/remedy8 combo

Hey Jonny great review thanks for taking the time to put it together. Looks solid and fast to remove so you can keep the car looking clean when not carrying a bike. I think I saw a locking cable for the sea sucker mounts which might be handy at the trails but I guess anyone with cable cutters could nick them

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

Kenji Walter No worries :) I did see that, but it looks quite flimsy. I’m sure there must be a better way of securing the bike than that.

Great video thanks. I'm going to get one of these for my Evo 8 as no other bike rack would work.

I have to say, a really good video and demonstration. I purchased my Sea Sucker a couple of years ago, but for some reason never used it. Just taken delivery of a Pinnacle Gravel Bike, which I intend to move around on my Range Rover Evoque. Your video filled in all the gaps for which I thank you. Liked your riding. Regards.

@JBCTR

6 ай бұрын

Glad it helped and enjoy the new gravel bike!

Brilliant video, top man.

Great video, answered all of my questions!

@JBCTR

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Sweet ride!

This is perfect. I've been looking at this and I have a Focus ST as well haha Need a good way to take my MTB everywhere

@munkley123

3 жыл бұрын

Did you get one after? I've got a 2017 (facelift) ST but I've got risers for the spoiler so not sure if there is enough room to fit a mountain bike?

Thanks Jonny, very useful indeed. Thinking of getting on of these for my ST3 instead of borrowing the wife's car when I meet up with mates over 15 miles away.

@theCOOLskaters360

2 жыл бұрын

Hey dominic did you ever buy one of these and if so what year is your st3? And did it work well? I have an ST2 2016 and i cant find a fixed roof rack for a 3dr so considering this. Just wondering! Thanks!

@dominiclucas1272

11 ай бұрын

@@theCOOLskaters360 In the end I didn't get one for my 68 plate ST3 as I thought it was too expensive. Just have to faff about removing wheels and take on on the chin with more cleaning of the car boot. Not too bad with old blankets to absorb 99% of the mess. Missing my Audi A4 Avant- that had all the answers.

Awesome review.... Great work!!

@JBCTR

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Great video! thank you so much

Super video, très bien expliquée! Et très jolie Fiesta aussi 😍😁

@JBCTR

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Definitely more bike action 👍

Great review, just got my sea sucker and learning about it. Wish we got this generation fiesta ST in the US

@JBCTR

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! The seasucker is great. Mine is still going strong!

Hey JB, I've been thinking of starting my own channel and your content and editing is providing some serious inspiration. Keep it up!

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

Jacob Beattie Hey! Thanks mate 😄 my advice would be to pick an editing program (mines adobe premiere) and then KZread the hell out of it. There’s so many awesome tutorials out there, which is where I learnt from 👍🏼

@jacobbeattie650

4 жыл бұрын

JB CTR Awesome, thanks for the advice! I can actually get Adobe Premier for free through my work. I’ve also got Final Cut Pro from an old job. I’ll take the time to learn them while I stay at home!

Badass video mate!

@JBCTR

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Jonny does his own stunts

seriously good review!

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

harry cordery Cheers Harry

Another great job! Thanks, it was very helpful - thinking of getting one for my road bike. Just hope I don't accidentally open the pano roof - with all this nice weather we've been having, I'm opening it as soon as the engine's fired up...

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

Haha I know, the urge is real! At least you can see the bike through the glass as a reminder of it being there!

@alexshaw3910

4 жыл бұрын

JB CTR true that!

great video, thanks

Fantastic review. Just curious, I noticed that you put the husk universal fork mount on backwards, or rather facing the opposite direction. Wondered if there was an added bonus to this?

Thanks, I recently bought a Mercedes E Class that I can't fit a trunk rack with. I have been looking for options. This looks more appealing than trying to fit a trailer hitch.

yo great video, really thinkin of getting one of these for my 300zx tt. p.s i just got a fuel ex 8. not sure if your's is the same but mine but you can remove the rear quick release leaver and use it on the front wheel as well so you dont need any tools. yours might be different but maybe worth trying! XD cheers

Thanks for sharing!! I would love to use the SeaSucker Suction Cup outside on my sunroof for my GoPro while going through Utah and Colorado next month but, I'm afraid it could potentially crack the glass pumping it up. Thanks again 👍

Does a great job.

Sick car and sick editing!

@JBCTR

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

Lovely review man! Have a Focus ST so this was very convenient lol. Quick question though. How much space does the wheel take up in the boot? I do go long distance with my bikes so I have to put luggage with the wheel.

That MK8 is beautiful mate

@JBCTR

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

industrial sheets of grass

V. Well put together

@JBCTR

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Excelente!. Pregunta: ha habido muchas quejas en relación a que las bicicletas se desprendan de dicho tipo de portabicicletas?

Nice bike,you should do some mtb riding video to,didn’t know you was into bike as well,if I had one of these I would get a shower rubber Matt and just cut holes in it so it goes around the bike rack,don’t have to worry about marking your roof then,at the moment I take my back seats down for my bike

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

Dai Bennett I thought about it, but it’s bloody knackering making mtb videos as you have to run around with the camera, and then ride past it too 😂 we’ll see - maybe more in the summer 😁

@JB CTR Swinley?? They look decent... any marks showing after using the bike seasickness?? 4 months on... any further info? Pros/cons?

What's your suggestion for carrying a road bike on a Fiat 500C convertible with the soft top roof? Guess only possible with towball?

Really interested in this. Have two mountain bikes could be very useful.

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

Bricks and games They do a rack called the bomber, which mounts two bikes 👍🏼

Will the suction cups dent the roof?

So the only difference from having the quick release and not having it is that we now have to use an Allen key every time ..... I just got a Stumpjumper expert and really wish it was easier like when I got the rockhopper with quick release. Cool video man, cheers from California

@JBCTR

3 жыл бұрын

Theoretically yes, although I’ve now switched to a quick release and the bike seems to be more stable in the rack. Perhaps I wasn’t doing the Allen key enough but either way, I’d recommend the quick release. Downside - my quick release was obscene money, but never mind 🤦🏽‍♂️

I would really like to get a SeaSucker for my GoPro. I would want to mount it to my sunroof but, I'm afraid that it would crack the glass due to how well it works. I'm sure the sunroof is safety glass but, it's not thick like the windshield and windows. Could you please give me a definative answer if cracking the glass is a possibility or not? I would sincerely appreciate an answer due to heading out west going into several national parks next month. Thanks. Ray

That’s for the review, and great to see you again! Question about the Sea Sucker, how safe do you think it is and are you confident using it full time ?

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

Neil Farrimond Cheers! Initially I was a little apprehensive, but it’s never lost suction on any of the cups. Realistically, I think you could probably lose two suction cups out of the three and not lose the bike - it would just be a bit wobbly! They really are bloody strong 🤣

Quite an extreme deliveroo

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha!

Thanks just bought one of these roof racks setting it up now Mind sharing the song at 4:55

which part of the country are you in mate? trails look fun

Hey, awesome review. Thank you. I’ve got probably pretty similar roof in terms of size, opening, etc. Can I ask whether the monkey bars would be a good choice since they would have to rest on the opening part of the roof? Would that make some damage to the machinery under?

@JBCTR

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve not used the monkey bars. My Seasucker was on the opening part of the roof and never caused an issue though.

What trail centre is that?

Well put review. I stumbled on this product while looking for a bike rack. I wanted to ask you how well this do on bumpy roads? Granted I have a 2012 honda accord, it gets kind of bumpy even with the slightest hole on the road. Thanks!

@JBCTR

2 жыл бұрын

No problems on bumpy roads! I probably wouldn't take it full on off-roading but it's good enough in rutty forest car parks!

Question - it's nice to know that you can fit a remedy up there, but can you fit two frames side by side - got my nukeproof mega that i wanted to put on the roof too, if my next car doesn't have roof rails or the pre-built recesses in the gutters. Good old swinley eh!

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

If you need to put two bikes up there, you'd be better off with the seasucker bomber, or mini bomber which is purpose built for more than one bike :)

I didn't rate the look of the new Fiesta but I have to say yours is fantastic

@JBCTR

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate 😎

Great video man! I came here for the bike rack review, but I’m actually interested in that fiesta. What year is it? It looks much more sporty than the fiesta st here in America, and i also noticed it has 4lug wheels, which I think is one less than the US fiestas.

@JBCTR

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. It’s the MK8. This is one of the first ones and is a 2018 model. 1.5 3 cylinder engine producing approx 250hp. Unfortunately this model didn’t make it to the US. I have endless videos on this car if you’d like to know more 😁

@Benshurtleff

2 жыл бұрын

@@JBCTR thanks. I’ll definitely check them out!

Where did you learn that 😅 I just do it until I can’t see orange

Nice Video. What Suspension/ Springs and spacers Are you Running in this Video?

@JBCTR

Жыл бұрын

20mm KW springs and 20mm spacers.

Hey man, have u thought of removing the vinyl on the yaris and using the seasucker on the GR?

@JBCTR

2 жыл бұрын

Hey! Yes that has been on my mind since I got the car 😄 reason for delay is that it needs to be lacquered once the wrap is removed which makes it a very permanent change. I also need to find someone I trust to do it 🤣

Is there a speed limit using the sucker as in can you go on the motorway with it on.

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

john pardo Speed limit advised by Seasucker is 70mph, but they claim to have tested it at well over 100mph. So it should be all good at normal motorway speeds, and has been in my experience.

Do your car have a sunroof ? I have a ford focus as well and looking at this option to carry my bike

@JBCTR

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, it has the pano roof.

Came here for the review, fell in love with the Fiesta ST. Fkn Ford.... we dont get those here.

@JBCTR

Жыл бұрын

There’s a whole load of Ford on this channel 😂

Nice 1 for this, I'm sick of taking both wheels off my bike to get it in the back of my Fiesta St. I don't have the sunroof on my car will the suckers work as well on a standard roof?

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

lew is Hi mate. Yup, it works on painted roofs too. It won’t work on wrapped panels though. The only issue (specific to fiesta’s) is that the MK8 has ridges on the roof. You need to locate the suckers in very specific positions to navigate round these. I know this, as I used it on the Performance Edition. So in short, yes it works, but a bit more fiddly on a fiesta with no sunroof 👍🏼

@lew889

4 жыл бұрын

@@JBCTR sound thanks mate 👍🏻

Good video what model trek is this? Thanks in advance

@JBCTR

3 жыл бұрын

It's a 2020 Trek Remedy 8 :)

Hi do you know the maximum tyre width I have 29” x 2.35” wheels

@JBCTR

3 жыл бұрын

Not sure there is one to be honest. Obviously the front wheel is removed, so no issues there. The rears are velcro’d in so fully adjustable. I believe my tyres are also 2.35 and they’re nice and secure

Swinley forest by any chance.. I had a little citreon berlingo van obviously, it had some nice little upgrades, including a remap 127bhp. it's was a bit of a beast, lol But since i sold it, i now Use my wifes kuga. But these look great, but how do you think it would fair when used with a emtb..

@JBCTR

Жыл бұрын

I would probably remove the battery if you can… otherwise it’ll be bloody difficult to lift, if anything!

Couldn't get a regular rack to fit the roof of my Audi S5 coupe, looked for alternatives and this looked a good fit. I've just ordered one and hope to Christ the suckers don't fail.... *makes gulp sound*

@JBCTR

3 жыл бұрын

Haha you learn to trust it!

@kmotch

3 жыл бұрын

Had to buy those 15mm plugs... yours are at least machined aluminium the new ones are very cheap plastic, price the same though! Beware ppl!!!

Would they work if you have had the roof wrapped?

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

Craig Doyle Nope, don’t work on wrapped surfaces unfortunately 👎🏼

I’m sat here wondering if it’s easier to fit the front and rear suction cups to the bike before lifting the bike up. You’d need to ensure you don’t dirty your cups in the process however overall I think it would be easier this way.

@JBCTR

3 жыл бұрын

Front yes, rear no. On the rear, if the wheel were to rotate, you'd have to move it again to ensure the suction cup was at the bottom. I think that would be a bit of a pain!

@scottl5067

3 жыл бұрын

@@JBCTR maybe the weight of the suction cup would stop the wheel from rotating as much, and maybe the pedal strap could be used to hold the wheel in place. I’ll give it a try when mine arrives 👍

Would this be ok for an ebike do you think?

@JBCTR

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, but without the battery.

At 4:46 what is the song? I've been trying to find it for the last 30 minutes.

@roppa789

3 жыл бұрын

Kodaline - ‘Head Held High’

Hi where did you purchase the thru axle adapter’s from?

@ktee92

3 жыл бұрын

I reckon you can buy them from sea sucker, it's on their website.

@thomasgill1

3 жыл бұрын

@@ktee92 made my own 👌🏽

What's the song used from 6.20 to 6.40 ish? Great video, looking at buying one because of this. Looks so handy!

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

Jacob Todd Cheers. Can’t remember the song unfortunately as there are so many in the video 🤣

@MarkDe94

4 жыл бұрын

You light me up - Craig Reever

@jacobaptodd

4 жыл бұрын

@@MarkDe94 heros don't wear capes. Thanks mate!

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

Mark D sounds familiar 👍🏼

I've been looking for a bike trail like this, wheres this located at?

@JBCTR

6 ай бұрын

Swinley Forest, Berkshire

What wheels are those??

@JBCTR

3 жыл бұрын

The stock alloys, wrapped in gold. I did a how to: kzread.info/dash/bejne/aYhsmJKJgNfOe7Q.html

Song name at 5:19?

@thefatmanmx

4 жыл бұрын

"Running from My Doom " by Mama Zula

Looks like Bracknell Forest

I'm happy I watched this video I have the same bike its a good idea but its a rip off

Good review, thanks. I guess my main worry is losing control of the bike while trying to mount or dismount it and having the forks ding my roof. Has this ever been an issue? Or any problems losing pressure while using the rack since this was filmed? Swinley's also my local trail centre btw!

@camon2464

Жыл бұрын

I always put the rack in the fork first and then I put it in the roof of my car....so that way there is no chance of hitting your car rooftop.

I really wish Ford had taken the MK4 hatchbacks to the USA. It’s a real shame.

Nice socks 😂

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

Thomas Williams I have no shame 🤣

what if it's raining?

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

jp ola No change - works the same in the rain 😁

Which trails are these??? 🤙

@thecommentator6694

3 жыл бұрын

Would like to know too, not many around my area so I've been looking for some good ones, this place looks great!

I'm happy I don't have the panoramic roof, so I can just buy the fiesta roof rack, and use proper Thule bike holders.

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

Gabor Lehocky The roof rack also fits with the Pano roof, so I had that option too. The reason I chose this over the roof rack/bike rack combo is that I wanted a fork mount, and this was cheaper and it can also be used on any car. I don’t have to buy a new set of bars if i change, nor do I have to store them 👍🏼

@lg.studio

4 жыл бұрын

@@JBCTR It can? When I was checking the official ford fiesta accessory webpage (the Slovakian one, I am from), it said it was only for non panoramic roof cars. I'd still might for with that rack option, so that way I can also put on a roof box, In case I'd need more luggage space for summer holidays.

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

Gabor Lehocky Yeah I believe so. I do agree that this particular rack is very specialised. It’s for bikes only, so a proper rack will always be more versatile.

I'd be mindful of using this longer term especially for those with pano glass on the car. Whilst I understand using suction cups on glass in several industries is common, tempered glass - already on an application (car in this instance), plays a part in the structural integrity of the car. All OE's have to make glass to a certain standard (EEC guidelines I believe) but there may be no provision for load bearing on certain vehicles or Pano options so always check your owner manual / with the OE for guidance. Don't want to be a kill joy but I used to work for a manufacturer and they can be prone to failure (larger cars especially). In the event you're carrying one of these and the it shatters your insurance could be invalidated and you'll have a sore noggin from where the suction cup slams you in the head compete with forks 😔

Looks nice but also looks a pain in the ass if you use it often idk

Any anti theft ? Locks anything ?

@JBCTR

3 жыл бұрын

Thin air... lol. Nope nothing.

For the price of those things, you can just get a towbar installed on your care and use a real bike rack that wont kill somebody when your bike comes flying on the highway,.....

@arma1393

3 жыл бұрын

Towbar is 500dolars in my country

@lukedegriselles3220

Ай бұрын

Problem is a hitch could scrape the ground, especially with a rack when pulling into parking lots and it could place carbon wheels and tires directly in front of your exhaust.

@Gazmaz

Ай бұрын

Actually I can’t as my car has twin exhaust pipes in the middle meaning I can’t have a tow bar.

....if only I had a Bike.

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

puja_ I mean the rack still looks cool without the bike? 🤷🏼‍♀️🤣

@supJamyy

4 жыл бұрын

@@JBCTR The bike still looks cool without fiesta HAHAHAAHAHA

When you have had a muddy bike ride you get all the shit on the roof.

@JBCTR

2 жыл бұрын

The roof is much easier to clean than the inside of your car 👍🏼

@nielsefiets

2 жыл бұрын

@@JBCTR you can put something under the bike offcourse and that won't cost you a very very very crazy 359 euro's 🤣 you can buy a tow bar for that kind of money.

Can't see how I won't get anxiety driving with this. Anyone want to reassure me?

@JBCTR

2 жыл бұрын

Still in use over a year later with zero problems ;)

I would be scared to put them on my roof, u never know they get loose

@JBCTR

3 жыл бұрын

They release very gradually, so it's not like they just fall off. The orange bands on the pumps are really visible if they are getting loose. Plus, each cup is so strong, you could definitely lose one cup and still have your bike on the roof. I have full faith in it now after many miles of use!

@ronapolonio

3 жыл бұрын

@@JBCTR Agree. Each cup can hold 210 lbs

It’s all fun until you forget your bikes on the roof 😂

@JBCTR

2 жыл бұрын

That's the same with all roof racks ;)

Wow 300$ I can get a Thule for that much sea sucker customers are suckers

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

MERICA #1 You can, but you then also have to store it and buy a set of bars for each of your cars. So if you have multiple cars, this is significantly cheaper and easier to store 👍🏼

@KeithW78

4 жыл бұрын

So you’re going to carry your one bike on your multiple cars, don’t think so. It’s a bit pricy in comparison but looks neat.

@JBCTR

4 жыл бұрын

Mr_RS exactly what I intend to do lol. My OH has no interest in bikes so we have two cars, one bike, and I’m usually on my way to meet friends at a location. So for me, it’s perfect.

Everyone has glass roofs ffs

The only thing worse than these racks, is the casagrande family that owns the company... if you shake a casagrande hand, your free hand better be on your wallet

Just put the seats down and put the bike in the back . That’s sucker thing looks a bit dodgy to me and there’s a small chance of denting your roof if you miss !!!

I'm very concerned with my my car's paint