Thule Roof Rack, Box and Cage Installed on R1S for Road Trip

wildlife R1T · 2025-04-03T14:11:49+00:00

I have previously used the streaming capability back when it first came out as well as the hotspot since before Connect+ was a thing. I am trying to get the streaming working again but it seems to have been hidden fully behind the paywall. (Not looking to argue the merits of that system here) I recall after Connect+ came out being able to still use the Hotspot while tethering with my phone, and losing it isn't a big deal other than needing to update my wife's wifi, but I think I remember needing to be on the Hotspot to do casting. My question is, did Rivian remove both of these features to fully behind the connect+ paywall? I thought that if you used phone tethering or if you were connected to WIFI you could use most all of the usual streaming like features of the Rivian? If anyone can recommend how to stream while using tethering I'm sure myself and others without Connect+ would appreciate it.

Rivian Mom

Active Wheeler

Dec 10, 2024

Rivian R1S owners who usually go on lots of trips, the Thule roof rack would be a really nice accessory to have. Especially if you're someone who packs a lot of gear while going on a trip.

A group member who went on a trip with his family of 4 and 2 dogs (lab and golden), they only made use of the frunk.To ensure they have enough storage and he wanted to put their roof box and a Yakima SkinnyWarrior cage on top.

He wasn't able to get the necessary width with the Rivian bars and decided to get the Thule set up. He was very impressed with their fit kit and overall build quality. Mounts are super solid.
He used the rear most mount points which works well and is not very noisy on the highway.

What was installed:

Thule Evo Fixpoint
Thule Wingbar Evo - length 150
Fit kit 187139
Thule Motion XT XL roof box
Yakima SkinnyWarrior cage

The Thule set up helps you to create more storage space for trips, if you're someone who does a lot of packing or for a large number of people going on a trip, this accessory is better than the crossbar in every way, both safety, space, and comfort. I really hope this helps someone who needs to take a lot of gear.

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