10 Cargo-Carrying Gift Ideas for Folks Who Have Everything

We all have that person who’s tough to buy gifts for—because they have dang-near everything already.

But that probably means they need a way to lug it all around, right? Here’s a list of ten smart vehicle cargo accessories that can help them transport all of last year’s gifts.

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1. Truck Bed & Cargo Nets

Ever seen a lone couch cushion on the side of the highway? This solves the problem of cargo jumping ship…err…truck while you’re driving. It’s a smart way to keep things from shifting around in your bed as well.

(Oh, and large universal cargo nets work equally well at keeping floats, rafts, and seat cushions in your boat as you trailer it.)

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2. Roof-Mount Cargo Baskets

Sometimes called a “Safari Basket,” these helpful cargo carriers buy you some much-needed space on family road trips and off-road excursions. There are plenty of spots for you to attach hooks, bungees, and straps to keep things secure.

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3. Hitch-Mount Cargo Carriers

Got a receiver hitch on the back of your ride? Then you’ve got a way to add some extra space for camping gear, a grill, lawn tools, or anything else that you can secure there. They’re beneficial for road trips and work duty too.

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4. Reese Towpower Hitch Mount Canoe Loader

Transporting a canoe isn’t as easy as it looks. And that’s saying something, because transporting a canoe doesn’t even look easy. This clever receiver-mounted loader however, changes that.

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5. Roof Cargo Bags

A good complement to a safari basket or any vehicle with roof racks, these cargo bags protect your gear from the elements—and prying eyes.

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6. Summit Racing Roof Cargo Boxes

These roof-mounted boxes add so much cargo space to your ride, it’s like having an extra trunk (or frunk, if you’re driving a Corvair).

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7. Thule Force XT Cargo Box

Perfect for things like golf clubs, fishing poles, and loaded party subs, these boxes come in handy on vehicles without a lot of longitudinal space.

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8. Thule SnowPack Ski and Snowboard Racks

Driving with a set of skis jutting out of your passenger window gets old real quick. Transport your skis and snowboards safely and securely with a Thule rack instead.

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9. Thule Hull-a-Port Watercraft Racks

Improperly secured kayaks become very bad airplanes at highway speeds—make sure yours don’t. These specialized racks come in a range of sizes and styles.

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10. Thule Canyon XT Cargo Basket

A good choice for folks who leave their basket on year ’round, this rack’s low-profile design offers reduced drag. Until you strap a Sousaphone up there…probably lots of drag after that.

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Looking for smaller gift ideas? What person wouldn’t want to unwrap a nice set of tie down straps or cargo anchors?

They’re the gifts that keep on giving, Clark.