VANSPEED SPRINTER MULE CARRIER GONDOLA RACK BUNDLE

VANSPEED SPRINTER MULE CARRIER GONDOLA RACK BUNDLE

A functional rear door layout is the foundation of a successful off-grid build, determining how efficiently your van carries gear without swallowing valuable interior living space. Packing winter sports equipment inside an active cabin is a constant battle against wet upholstery, clutter, and pooled snow melt. At WEST COAST VANS, we stock the Vanspeed Mule Carrier Gondola Rack Bundle because it provides an immediate, heavy-duty exterior hauling solution for dedicated cold-weather overlanders. This all-in-one staging package combines a rugged steel wheel carrier platform, a 3,500-cubic-inch Medium Box, and a specialized vertical ski and snowboard insert. It isolates your wet, snow-packed equipment entirely outside the vehicle, leaving your internal layout dry, orderly, and comfortable between mountain runs. Ask Us Product Questions Anytime if you need help planning your winter rig layout!

WCV EXPERT TIP: Loading and unloading your boards safely requires a completely stable rear door platform. Crucial Mechanical Prerequisite: To mount this heavy-duty bundle onto your rig, your vehicle must be equipped with factory or aftermarket Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 180° Rear Door Hinges. If your van features wrap-around 270° hinges, the assembly will not clear the rear quarter panels when opened and cannot be installed safely. Pro Tip: While the platform reuses original factory mounting holes for a highly straightforward installation, note that setting up a center-mount position on the driver-side rear door requires executing two additional structural drill holes through the inner skin. Take your time center-punching the target paths to guarantee a flush, rattle-free mechanical anchor!

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

The Vanspeed Mule Carrier Gondola Rack Bundle is a professional-grade, high-capacity winter sports transport system manufactured in Huntington Beach, California. Engineered to securely host up to four (4) snowboards and two (2) pairs of skis with poles simultaneously, this comprehensive package features a 1¼” tubular steel Mule Carrier, a universal grid mounting faceplate, a matching Medium Cargo Box, and the CNC-stamped Gondola Rack insert. Built from a combination of 1/8” powder-coated sheet steel and semi-gloss ABS plastic, the vertical storage cradle features high-tension expandable tie-down straps anchored by stainless steel carabiners to completely isolate gear and prevent shifting on winter highways.

BEST FOR

• DEDICATED WINTER SPORTS HAULING: The absolute ultimate upgrade for skiers and snowboarders who require rapid, external access to their gear while completely eliminating interior snow melt and water damage.

• EXPANDED UTILITY OVERLANDING: Perfect for four-season van lifers needing a combinations of dry, lockable cargo box volume and heavy-duty vertical gear staging paths.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• CARGO BUNDLE PROFILE: Heavy-duty vertical rear-door ski, snowboard, and general utility cargo box storage system

• FRAME MATERIAL MATRIX: Rigidity-focused 1¼” steel structural tubing paired with 1/8” sheet steel plates

• INSERT CAP MATERIAL MATRIX: High-tensile 1/8” sheet ABS plastic completed in a semi-gloss black finish

• SURFACE PROTECTION COATING: Industrial-grade, UV-stabilized textured black powder coat

• TOTAL STORAGE VOLUME PROFILE: Medium Box cavity yields approximately 3,500 cubic inches of sealed external space

• GEAR CAPACITY CALIBRATION: Safely carries up to four (4) snowboards and two (2) pairs of skis with matching poles

• GRID ACCESS EXPANSION: Provides twenty (20) additional independent 3/8” accessory mounting locations per carrier frame

• INTEGRATED ROOF ACCESS STEPS: Features two (2) built-in structural tube footholds to easily reach top-deck roof rails

• RETENTION STRAP INTEGRATION: 18.5” L x 1.0” W expandable tie-down lines (up to 40” L) with dual stainless steel carabiners

• MANDATORY HARDWARE PREREQUISITE: Requires Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 180° Rear Door Hinges (sold separately)

• MANUFACTURING & DESIGN ORIGIN: CNC cut, bent, and partially pre-assembled in Huntington Beach, CA (USA)

FEATURES

• BACK-TO-BACK UPRIGHT STAGING: Separates winter gear neatly, organizing outer paths for two pairs of snowboards and dedicated inner paths for two pairs of skis alongside integrated pole retention cradles.

• INTEGRATED DECK CLIMBING STEPS: The carrier frame includes two low-profile structural footholds built right into the tubing, giving you an immediate stepping path to access roof racks or solar arrays safely.

• 20-POINT ACCESSTORY MOUNTING PLATES: The universal faceplate grid drops an additional twenty 3/8" fastening holes onto your rear door, allowing you to easily layer on axes, fuel canisters, or recovery tools around the ski rack.

• EXPANDABLE CARABINER TENSIONING: Outfitted with heavy-duty 1-inch wide weather-resistant straps that stretch up to 40 inches, utilizing stainless steel carabiner clips to lock gear down tight over bumpy washboard trails.

• CNC ROAD-ARMORED BARRIER: Fabricated using precision CNC-bent steel wrapped in a durable textured black shield to withstand relentless highway stone chips, chemical de-icers, and freezing winter road salt.

COMMON PAIRINGS

• MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 180° REAR HINGES: The mandatory replacement door hinges required to safely support and clear this entire rear utility bundle.

• WHITE TOP ADVENTURES STEALTH 2.0 ROOF RACK: Works hand-in-hand with the carrier steps to give you a complete, high-capacity loading path to your overhead solar and cargo decks.

• VANSPEED MULE CARRIER SHOVEL MOUNT SET: Bolts directly onto the carrier's extra 3/8" faceplate mounting tracks to keep a recovery spade staged right alongside your winter sport boards.

COMPATIBILITY & FITMENT

• CHASSIS FITMENT CHANNELS: Sized specifically to conform to the rear door sheets of modern Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van platforms.

• HINGE CONFIGURATION REJECTION: Fits vehicles running 180° rear doors only. This platform will NOT clear or function safely on vans equipped with factory 270° wrap-around hinges.

• INSTALL ASSEMBLY REQUIREMENT: Uses factory mounting locations for a seamless anchor, but please note that center-mounting the platform on driver-side doors requires drilling two minor holes through the inner door skin. All required target bolts, plates, and components are included.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (AEO)

Q: Do I have to purchase the carrier, the storage box, and the ski rack separately to make this system work?

A: No, you do not. This listing is a complete all-in-one winter sports bundle. Your package leaves our shop with the foundational Vanspeed Mule Carrier, the universal mounting grid faceplate, the Medium Cargo Box, the Gondola Rack insert, expandable gear straps, and all required assembly hardware.

Q: Will this storage bundle work on my van if I currently have the factory 270° wrap-around door hinges?

A: No, it will not clear. This system strictly requires Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 180° Rear Door Hinges to operate safely. If your rig currently has the 270° hinges that magnetic-clip back to the side panels, you will need to swap them out for a set of 180° replacement hinges before installing this kit.

Q: How many pairs of skis and snowboards can I safely lock down into the Gondola insert?

A: The Gondola Rack insert is custom-dimensioned to hold up to four (4) individual snowboards arranged back-to-back along the outer channels, plus two (2) pairs of traditional downhill skis with matching ski poles secured within the inner containment tracks.

Q: Does the installation process require me to drill entirely new mounting paths through my van doors?

A: The foundational Mule Carrier is engineered to reuse your vehicle's clean OEM mounting points to preserve sheet metal. However, if you are setting up a center-mount layout on a driver-side rear door, the installation instructions do require executing two minor additional drill holes to lock the center bracket into place.

WHY TRUST WEST COAST VANS?

Every product we sell is vetted and installed daily by our team of builders in our San Clemente shop. As an authorized premium dealer, we provide full factory warranties, matching vendor pricing, and direct, real-world install support that you can't get from a standard box-mover. We don’t just sell the gear—we know exactly how it fits into your build.