what does the steel reinforced trunk security straps mean? Is it to prevent theft? I've had another bumper protector stolen
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yes, I believe it is to prevent theft. They would be very hard to cut through
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Can't understand how this could be stolen. You put the straps under the top carpet. the instructions do not tell you this
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The steel reinforced straps are meant as a deterrent for thieves trying to cut the straps (or make it difficult for them from doing so and it's not worth the effort). How did you have yours stolen? Were they cut? I have mine secured in such a way so that the straps go into the wheel well for the spare tire. You can't pull it out (I've tried).
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They are sold in a setof two crossbars. So one front and one bar for the back. I am not using anti theft on mine so cannot help you there.
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Love the cover, but there is nothing built in to prevent theft. Hope this helps!
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I would concur with Jamie's assessment. These bumpers act as more of a deterrent than anything.
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I've traveled all over the country with this rack (last road trip 7000 mi). I share your concern, but agree with the other answers that it's fairly secure. Just in case, however, I do attach a steel cable to a tow point located on the frame of my Prius under the bumper which is then run up through the rack... Just as added security. You could store it in the car- it folds up small enough- but I wouldn't.
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Its large Velcro straps that wrap around the sissy bar and I guess u can call them anchors that attach and pull downward. You run them around and attached point on either side of fender/luggage rack/ sissy bar (whatever works best) and back through their own loop, then click into buckle attached to bag and tighten strap. It is kind of hard to exain but you do not need any bungies at all with the system but you do need a sissy bar. Wish they had pictures to exain. Just st know it works!!
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If you notice inside the Hard Cover there is a small loop/ring that you can run a cable lock through it and the steel wheel. I got mine from the cover vendor. I though my was stolen the first week I had it then realized that the car wash blower does blow it off. Fortunately I had already installed the cable lock and I came home with it hanging loose but stiill on the wheel.it I doubt if the cable/lock will truly deter a determined thief but it will sure make it harder to take off. Hope this helps.
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No. It's a much thicker, more durable version of what a backpack strap is made of. However, the straps are wrapped around your car through the inside, so you could leave them on top of your vehicle (like I do) & if someone wanted to steal them they'd have to cut the straps, rendering them useless to whoever is stealing them in the first place. OR, you could remove them & replace them every time you leave your vehicle. They're a little more work, but a decent cheap alternative to a whole rack system. They do the job they're supposed to do!
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The pack is NOT theft proof...a quick push of a button releases the locking brace. BUT...it is designed for just that ease of release, because it has a handle and shoulder strap option so that instead of taking your stuff out of the pack to go into 'work,' etc., you just easily/conveniently carry the pack in with you.
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I also attach the bottom strap to the bottom of the trunk lid, so that I can use my trunk. But it's pretty easy for someone to remove and steal, if they wanted to.
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Rick, agree with the other comments. I use a small bungee on the front loops to hold it in place as well as make it a little more difficult for someone to steal it.
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Hi Carlos!Our Suv Bumperguard is a great parking protector for the Forrester! Thankyou
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Hi Shawn. First of all.... do you have the Bushwhacker trunk bag? If so, you are familiar with the Velcro straps on the bottom which attach the bag to the rack. If one chooses to add the Bushwhacker panniers first (there are a few models) then all one needs to do is run the four straps on the bottom of the trunk bag, through four corresponding "guides" located on the top of the panniers. If you Google (images) Bushwhacker Police Pannier, the first couple images that come up show the guides I'm referring to. Hope this helps. SPO
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Only straps on one side (right) will be secured. Still, due the curvature of the upper portion of most modern cars' trunk lids, it would be difficult to remove the rack (the lid curves outward, effecively increasing the distance betweet the uppor and lower cables). With that, no system is theft-proof; the locks are more of a deterrent and inconvenience feature for a would-be thief.
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I think it would be difficult to steal. There is not enough slack in the cables once tightened correctly to remove it easily. I would think someone would need to cut the cables. I have had mine on for a year with no issues. I feel that it is very secure if installed properly. Due to the weight and bulk of the rack it would be difficult to store in the car.
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Sarah, If you're referring to the downward "U" shaped bar it seems to act to keep the bikes away from the trunk or rear door of the car. I used it to attach an extra strap to anchor the bikes and prevent swaying. Frazer
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The case is very, VERY protective! In a fit of "stupid" (something I am prone to on occasion) I attempted to slam the trunk of my car three times until I succeeded. Then I realized the reason it was so difficult was because my new phone and the key/zapper to the car were sitting by the trunk hinge (phone sitting on top of the key). The phone was sticking out the side of the trunk - more in than out of it. Not even a scratch to the phone or case! The phone works 100% and I do credit the case for that. The key and zapper survived as well. I admit that for your piece of mind if trying to decide on purchasing this case and to own my action for the shame of it all! The case is very, VERY protective! In a fit of "stupid" (something I am prone to on occasion) I attempted to slam the trunk of my car three times until I succeeded. Then I realized the reason it was so difficult was because my new phone and the key/zapper to the car were sitting by the trunk hinge (phone sitting on top of the key). The phone was sticking out the side of the trunk - more in than out of it. Not even a scratch to the phone or case! The phone works 100% and I do credit the case for that. The key and zapper survived as well. I admit that for your piece of mind if... » Read More The case is very, VERY protective! In a fit of "stupid" (something I am prone to on occasion) I attempted to slam the trunk of my car three times until I succeeded. Then I realized the reason it was so difficult was because my new phone and the key/zapper to the car were sitting by the trunk hinge (phone sitting on top of the key). The phone was sticking out the side of the trunk - more in than out of it. Not even a scratch to the phone or case! The phone works 100% and I do credit the case for that. The key and zapper survived as well. I admit that for your piece of mind if trying to decide on purchasing this case and to own my action for the shame of it all! « Show Less