Cargo Shelves...AAL or better?

[Roughstock]

Hi Everyone,

I know this has been discussed awhile ago, that is where I got some good information. Does anyone know of a good shelf or has installed one?

It seems the American Adventure Labs Ford Bronco MASS Adjustable Height Cargo Shelf is a strong contender.

Edit: JCR Cargo Basket is smaller but I like it. Also M2M flip up tray looks good.

Thanks

 

[Roughstock]

It looks like I am considering the Purda Vida Traction board bracket and the Mountains 2 Metal fold up cargo bin.

This should give me some more space for overlanding.

Any suggestion or product reviews around this kind of storage stuff are welcome.

Have a great New Year. 2025 is going to be awesome!

Thanks

 

[Johnny Rebel]

It looks like I am considering the Purda Vida Traction board bracket and the Mountains 2 Metal fold up cargo bin.

This should give me some more space for overlanding.

Any suggestion or product reviews around this kind of storage stuff are welcome.

Have a great New Year. 2025 is going to be awesome!

Thanks

I’ve got the Pura Vida setup in my Raptor and in my daughter’s Wildtrak. I’ll get some pics and post them later today.

 

[Johnny Rebel]

Here’s a pic of the Pura Vida setup. I don’t have much stored on it right now, but it’s a really good use of otherwise wasted space. From the driver’s seat, it’s not visible at all in the rear view mirror.

 

[Roughstock]

Here’s a pic of the Pura Vida setup. I don’t have much stored on it right now, but it’s a really good use of otherwise wasted space. From the driver’s seat, it’s not visible at all in the rear view mirror.

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I like it thanks. I have on the way (Brandon shipped it the same day) the Pura Vida Traction board brackets only. I was going to order what you have and put my ARB tractions boards underneath. Which would have taken up some rear view. Since I have the Pro traction boards and not the GT, the Pro boards are tool long to fit under your the attic rack you have. I'm glad they are too long as it would have blocked the rear view some what. Since I am only getting the traction board brackets there should really be no view change or very minor. So my traction boards will be where your attic storage is.

Here's a pic with the roof off. They fit with the hard top on. Finally get them out from behind my rear seats. Need more room in the cargo area.

Here's another one.

 

[Johnny Rebel]

I like it thanks. I have on the way (Brandon shipped it the same day) the Pura Vida Traction board brackets only. I was going to order what you have and put my ARB tractions boards underneath. Which would have taken up some rear view. Since I have the Pro traction boards and not the GT, the Pro boards are tool long to fit under your the attic rack you have. I'm glad they are too long as it would have blocked the rear view some what. Since I am only getting the traction board brackets there should really be no view change or very minor. So my traction boards will be where your attic storage is.

Here's a pic with the roof off. They fit with the hard top on. Finally get them out from behind my rear seats. Need more room in the cargo area.

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Here's another one.

Brandon is a good guy. Communicates well and ships really fast.

With the boards on top, you probably won’t see them at all. The Raptor cross brace will probably be the only thing you see.

I’ve got a set of Maxtrax long boards, but I’ve only packed them in the Bronco for one trip. Instead of using the Pura Vida mounts, I used a couple of Sea Sucker mounts and attached them to the top of my Diabolical Slipstream enclosure. My thinking was that if I deployed them and they were muddy or wet afterwards, I could just reattach them outside on the MIC top instead.

 

[Roughstock]

Brandon is a good guy. Communicates well and ships really fast.

With the boards on top, you probably won’t see them at all. The Raptor cross brace will probably be the only thing you see.

I’ve got a set of Maxtrax long boards, but I’ve only packed them in the Bronco for one trip. Instead of using the Pura Vida mounts, I used a couple of Sea Sucker mounts and attached them to the top of my Diabolical Slipstream enclosure. My thinking was that if I deployed them and they were muddy or wet afterwards, I could just reattach them outside on the MIC top instead.

Yeah that makes sense. I was thinking I will be making the roof dirty putting them back. I told myself I won't care at the time as I will be happy to get un stuck. I just thought I should carry some plastic and wrap them and put them in the back seat until I can clean them before restoring.

Thanks for the thought. Going to look for the plastic now.

I just realized I have a carry bag for my boards. I will stow the bag and if need be put them in there on the back seat or behind the seats where they are now until I can clean them and put them back on the brackets.

 

[Johnny Rebel]

Yeah that makes sense. I was thinking I will be making the roof dirty putting them back. I told myself I won't care at the time as I will be happy to get un stuck. I just thought I should carry some plastic and wrap them and put them in the back seat until I can clean them before restoring.

Thanks for the thought. Going to look for the plastic now.

I just realized I have a carry bag for my boards. I will stow the bag and if need be put them in there on the back seat or behind the seats where they are now until I can clean them and put them back on the brackets.

Yeah, I wouldn’t care too much about the dirt if they helped get me out of trouble. If you carry any bungees or ratchet straps, you can always strap them to the spare for the ride home or until you can get them cleaned up.

If I’m being honest, the only time I’ve ever used boards was to get my Exmark mower unstuck. That SOB will get stuck on dry ground in August!. I don’t really know if they’re great at getting a Bronco unstuck or whether they really should be considered “essential” recovery gear. I guess maybe it really depends on the terrain.

Either way, the Pura Vida brackets are a great way to carry them without affecting the already limited space in the cargo area.

 

[Roughstock]

Yeah, I wouldn’t care too much about the dirt if they helped get me out of trouble. If you carry any bungees or ratchet straps, you can always strap them to the spare for the ride home or until you can get them cleaned up.

If I’m being honest, the only time I’ve ever used boards was to get my Exmark mower unstuck. That SOB will get stuck on dry ground in August!. I don’t really know if they’re great at getting a Bronco unstuck or whether they really should be considered “essential” recovery gear. I guess maybe it really depends on the terrain.

Either way, the Pura Vida brackets are a great way to carry them without affecting the already limited space in the cargo area.

Good idea on the strapping to the spare. Not too sure either. I know a guy once told me he's used the boards more than his winch. I just saw a small set of boards about half the size of regular board and they were strapped on top of the spare. I thought that seemed like a good idea.

I think it's clear. You are doing too much mowing......

 

[DEBO294]

I just ordered the Broaddict rear shelf. When it arrives and I install it, I’ll post pics.
This:

4 Door Interior Rear Cargo Basket Rack

Manufacturer Broaddict Color Black Material Carbon Steel Product Dimensions ‎42.91 x 27.17 x 3.54 inches Item weight ‎39.7 pounds Condition 100% Brand New Mounting Handre Include Yes Fitment: Interior cargo rack fit for 2021 2022 2023 2024 Ford Bronco 4-Door Hardtop Models (Exclude Bronco...

broaddict.com

 

[Roughstock]

I just ordered the Broaddict rear shelf. When it arrives and I install it, I’ll post pics.
This:

4 Door Interior Rear Cargo Basket Rack

Manufacturer Broaddict Color Black Material Carbon Steel Product Dimensions ‎42.91 x 27.17 x 3.54 inches Item weight ‎39.7 pounds Condition 100% Brand New Mounting Handre Include Yes Fitment: Interior cargo rack fit for 2021 2022 2023 2024 Ford Bronco 4-Door Hardtop Models (Exclude Bronco...

broaddict.com

Great looking forward to the pic. I like it. Just watched the videos. Seems like a good solution.

 

[DEBO294]

Great looking forward to the pic. I like it. Just watched the videos. Seems like a good solution.

Just arrived. I’m sick right now, so it’s gonna wait in my garage, lol.

 

[DEBO294]

UPDATE:
Shelf installed. Pretty easy. Well made. Here’s some pics. Recommended addition if you’re looking for a rear cargo shelf.

 

[Roughstock]

UPDATE:
Shelf installed. Pretty easy. Well made. Here’s some pics. Recommended addition if you’re looking for a rear cargo shelf.

Looks great Deb. I got mine in yesterday. Your shelf looks sturdy. I like it.

 

[Roughstock]

My Mountains2Metal folding cargo shelf came in yesterday.

I was hoping that my cargo cover would fit with the cargo try up and it does. If need be I can take my recovery gear off the cargo tray and use the cover.

Also, the idea is to be able to get the dog in there when needed. With the cargo try up it may rattle a bit. It seems it may. You can put 60 pounds on the tray with it up like a molley. I have not driven with it up yet. Easy fix with a strap Rok Strap. I have used Rok Straps extensively with motorbikes and now with the Bronco. Using smaller ones on the cargo tray and larger below. Absolute great straps.

I did a test drive and even got a bit of air. Of corse on private land. You can put 100 pounds when down. Not sure what's in there now. 50 pounds? It bounces slightly when really rough. Not an issue. It may have a very slight rattle at times. Not an issue either. At these times everything is rattling and you are focused on the trail.

All and all a perfect addition. I needed more space for camping and this fits the bill.

 

[DEBO294]

My Mountains2Metal folding cargo shelf came in yesterday.

I was hoping that my cargo cover would fit with the cargo try up and it does. If need be I can take my recovery gear off the cargo tray and use the cover.
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Also, the idea is to be able to get the dog in there when needed. With the cargo try up it may rattle a bit. It seems it may. You can put 60 pounds on the tray with it up like a molley. I have not driven with it up yet. Easy fix with a strap Rok Strap. I have used Rok Straps extensively with motorbikes and now with the Bronco. Using smaller ones on the cargo tray and larger below. Absolute great straps.
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I did a test drive and even got a bit of air. Of corse on private land. You can put 100 pounds when down. Not sure what's in there now. 50 pounds? It bounces slightly when really rough. Not an issue. It may have a very slight rattle at times. Not an issue either. At these times everything is rattling and you are focused on the trail.

All and all a perfect addition. I needed more space for camping and this fits the bill.

Looks great! Pretty cool that it folds up as a doggie barrier. What attracted me to the one I got was the brackets that elevate the shelf a bit. I have a tote in the rear that lives there for half the year. The other half is a smaller one. Just emergency supplies, extra clothes, fire starting, and the like, just in case, cuz you never know…lol. Specs on the Broaddict shelf I gat states up to 300 lbs. There will never be that much on it, but I highly doubt that 300 lbs would survive on a hard ride without breaking something.

 

[Roughstock]

Looks great! Pretty cool that it folds up as a doggie barrier. What attracted me to the one I got was the brackets that elevate the shelf a bit. I have a tote in the rear that lives there for half the year. The other half is a smaller one. Just emergency supplies, extra clothes, fire starting, and the like, just in case, cuz you never know…lol. Specs on the Broaddict shelf I gat states up to 300 lbs. There will never be that much on it, but I highly doubt that 300 lbs would survive on a hard ride without breaking something.

I can see that. It works well with the tote and an elevated cargo shelf. Makes sense.