Originally Posted by jefnvk

OK, cool, thanks for the info! Most of the ones I was looking at have the hoop, so that's probably how I'll go, assuming I don't want to pony up the extra cash for one with a platform top rack. Was mainly just curious as to the rationale, as none of the manufacturers had an explanation as to what it was actually for.

Wasn't thinking of keeping much weight up there, probably just cooking equipment and food in one, and tools in the other, just trying to keep some weight off the back, as I packed way too much back there last trip without the camping supplies.