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I half tried putting the bag on top, however it did not feel very secure from up there at all. Trust me, it is much more secure on the back tailgate where it was designed to be. Like I said, it didn't move much during my initial test drive once it was fully strapped down. I did consider the...

There's one on the front. Not sure on the regulations however. If it becomes an issue, maybe I could display it in the rear window.

Thanks for the input. And I am definitely serious. There's only one way I'm getting this vehicle and all this stuff back to Alaska. Regarding the weight, if I were carrying 4 full sized adults then I might be approaching the recommended weight limit of 1020 lbs., but as it stands I should be...

According to the instructions, max weight for roof racks is 165 lbs. I'm not a skilled enough engineer to know if I'm within that tolerance level or if it applies to downward or lateral force, but I figure I'm close enough.

Good point on the weight. What is the absolute manufacturer recommended max? In my case, I believe I have some leeway, since I'm "only" 200 pounds, the wife is half that and the kids are 50 pounds combined. Add the spare tire (40 pounds) and cooler (?30 pounds?) in the interior and we're up to...

http://schex.wordpress.com/2009/04/04/mazda-5-cargo-concerns/ Linked from my blog, I'll be driving my 09 Mazda5 from Arizona to Guaymas, Mexico, then on to LA, and finally taking the AlCan up to Delta Junction Alaska, a 5K+ trip. Cargo space is a concern, and I've come up with a solution...

If you're talking about the saddlebag then I haven't noticed that yet. The straps do have pads on them.

2009 Sport, Manual Transmission Mileage: 000007 $17,865 out the door Cardinale Way Mazda, Mesa, Arizona Added Roofrack for $280 from Med Center Mazda