Rhino Rack Pioneer Platform (On a JKU) Thoughts before buying (also version 5 vs 6)

[zimm]

I want a low profile platform for my 4 door wrangler hard top. It's not for a RTT, but I'd like to run a rigid solar panel, traction boards, star link mini antenna, and maybe some roto-pax containers.

I'm looking at the Rhino Rack Pioneer 5 platform with backbone system. $800 for everything. Looks like it'll do the job. They also have the newer Pioneer 6 platform for a total of $2100. That's a huge difference.

 

[JCarter]

I have a five on mine and it’s done everything I’ve needed to do. I’m also not running an RTT. Reading rhino‘s description of the six platform it says you get a 20% reduction in weight for the same strength; if you need the extra caring capacity that could make it worth it.

 

[bear_den_overland]

we have a Rhino Rack and it seems good so far.

 

[Richard1201]

How do you balance the thrill of extreme cold camping with the safety of your children? What unconventional strategies or gear have you found essential for keeping kids comfortable, engaged, and safe during such an adventurous journey in frigid conditions?