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Truck Bed Storage Guide
Full coverage for your gear
Truck bed covers, or tonneau covers add flexibility to your truck, converting your open bed into an enclosed, locked storage area. Keep full use of your cab for the whole family, and keep your groceries, luggage or golf clubs safe and dry.
Tonneau Cover Benefits
You already have the cargo space, why hide it away? Here are a few key benefits to fitting a tonneau cover on your truck:
- Weather protection - Keep moisture and dust away from your cargo.
- Security - Integrated or passive locking keeps out unwanted access to your gear.
- Safety - Keep loose cargo from being blown out of your truck bed.
- Efficiency - Improved aerodynamics can increase fuel mileage.
- Styling - Put the finishing touches together for a sleek looking truck.
Can I mount a rack with a tonneau cover?
Tonneau covers can be used together with an overhead bed rack, there are a few different options available:
Rack mounted to bed rail
- Flush bed cover such as a Bakflip MX4 or Revolver X4 - Cannot cover the top of your bed rails
- Thule tracrac SR or Truxedo Elevate rack - Mounts either to stake pockets, or clamped in rail with your tonneau cover
Rack Mounted to bed cover
- Bed cover with integrated t-track rail such as the RetraxPro XR or RetraxOne XR
- T-track mounted rack - Yakima Overhaul Tonneau Set or Kuat Ibex with Tonneau Adapter
Tonneau Cover Styles
Retractable
Retractable bed covers from Retrax are the ultimate solution for your truck. Available in either aluminum or polycarbonate decking, optional t-tracked side rails, and even a powered version to open your truck box with the push of a button.
You don't have to choose between a truck bed rack and a cover; models with t-tracks provide the ability to mount a utility rack such as the Yakima Overhaul directly to your tonneau cover.
Retrax PowerTrax models feature a key-fob activated motor that will open and close the cover automatically.
Folding Hard Covers
A hard folding cover provides all the benefits of a one-piece cover, with the ease-of-use and portability of a roll up cover. You can open just one or two panels as needed, or prop the whole cover up to get nearly all of your bed space.
Need that extra inch or two to get your couch in? You can remove a hard folding cover in about a minute usually by turning two knobs that secure it at the front.
Easy and quick to open, simply pop open your tailgate and flip up either one, two, or three panels as needed, and you can even load cargo on top, some models supporting up to 400lbs!
Hard Rolling Covers
Combining the sturdy durability of a hard cover with the ease of use of a rollup cover, tonneau covers such as the Bak Revolver X4 features all the same benefits of a folding cover, plus it won't block your rear visibility in the fully open position. Each small section is reinforced by a full-width aluminum slat underneath the vinyl outside cover, retaining full load capacity even when it's partially open.
Hard rolling covers are also easier to open and close than a similar folding cover, no lifting required, just roll it forwards.
One-piece Hard Covers
The ultimate in weather-resistant bed cover options, a one-piece solid cover is fully sealed to keep the rain or dust out, and your gear in.
A solid cover gives you the most stream-lined look, matching the styling of your truck. One-piece covers can even be ordered to match your paint for a factory fresh look. No need for heavy lifting either, with a pair of gas struts supporting the weight of the cover, you can get access with one hand.
Sturdy automotive-grade locks are included for added security.
Soft Covers
All the same benefits of a hard cover, with lighter weight and easier on the wallet.
Simple installation, no mounting rails required make a soft folding cover perfect for a quick weekend getaway, and ready for being back at work on Monday.
Latches mounted on the underside of the tonneau cover provide passive locking. Once your tailgate is up and locked, your bed cover stays closed.
A basic soft-rolling cover is a great easy to use every day cover. Lightweight and durable vinyl keeps the weather out, minimal profile when rolled up means you have full access to your truck bed without blocking rear visibility.
How is a tonneau cover installed?
A truck bed cover will typically have two mounting rails that match the length of your pickup truck box. These will sit on the top inside edge of your bed rail, and a set of clamps are installed to hold it in place. Once you have the rails mounted, the cover itself can be attached at the front, typically only requiring a couple of bolts. Some adjustment is often necessary to get the cover square and lined up so that it seals properly.
Are tonneau covers waterproof?
Most tonneau covers will say weather-resistant rather than waterproof. Truck beds often have drainage built into their design which means they are never perfectly sealed, particularly at the back. A bed cover will stop the bulk of rain coming in, and flush-mounted tonneau covers will have built in drainage channels on each side. For the best all-weather solution, a solid one-piece cover is best.
Can I still open my tailgate?
Yes! Most soft covers, rolling, and folding covers actually require you to open the tailgate before opening the cover, effectively using the tailgate as the security feature. Some covers will require you to crack them open before closing your tailgate to ensure the rear seal gets proper contact.
Truck Bed Cargo Solutions
Pack your gear, we're going fishing! A bed organizer keeps all your tools and tackle neatly stowed while providing a sturdy, flat surface to load cargo.
Drawer Systems
Decked drawer systems - 100% customizable and reconfigurable stowage space. Large pullout drawer for large items, with up to 200lb capacity, and custom sized tackle boxes give you ultimate flexibility
Bed Slides
Loading up for a job when there's a tonneau cover or bed cap in the way can be a challenge. CargoGlide brings your heavy gear all the way from the end of your pickup bed back to the tailgate where you can lift efficiently, and save your back for the real work.
Truck Caps
The RSI SmartCap is a revolutionary take on the traditional truck bed cap. Traditional fiberglass shells leave a lot to be desired, the SmartCap uses stainless steel to create a strong modular shell for adventure.
Built-in gull wing doors are larger than traditional canopies, and can be upgraded with either a large storage bin, tool drawer bin, or even a kitchen module that houses a stove, cutting board and all your cookware!
