Monkey Bars Storage Cross Country Ski Rack - Heavy Duty 6-Ski Capacity for Garage, Shed & Outdoor Organization | Perfect for Winter Sports Equipment Storage

I bought the "three ski rack" as I have gotten other versions of this product. Great quality. This shipment did have an issue as I was shipped a 51 inch bar instead of the 35 inch bar. I had to reevaluate where the bar was hung as a result. I was a little disappointed that I did not receive the 35 inch bar. Bigger is not always better.The Monkey Bars storage system for 6 pairs of XC skis is pretty easy to install. Directions are accurate and detailed enough so that you know all the equipment you'll need to get the job done. The screws are long -- driving them into the studs required some effort. But the result is a very securely attached system.As others have noted, some of the hooks clip on fairly securely, while others can be dislodged from the main bar if you accidentally push up on the hook with the tips of your skis. We tried the "zip-tie solution" shared by other users -- and it works very well. I plan to switch around the use of this rack between winter and summer outdoor gear -- and to move the hooks around to accommodate the different gear. So we'll need to keep a supply of zip ties on hand to support the seasonal reconfiguration of the hooks. Hence the 4 star rating.I am definitely satisfied with this purchase -- especially because I knew in advance that I would probably need some zip ties.The rack is nice, heavy duty, and fairly easy to install. And although CC-6 model costs extra, I don't think there is a difference between the XC model and the Alpine model. The hooks snap on the bar and don't seem to come off like some complaints. That said, the hooks are just too wide, and long, for cross country skis, especially skate skis. You can see in the picture that two out of three pairs are barely hanging by the tips. I smashed one of the hooks closer together but since the skis are so narrow, and the hook overly deep at 7" in length, it didn't help. If Monkey Bars is going to charge extra for a x-country model, they really need to redesign the hooks. The hooks should be about a half inch narrower and about 5" in length (i.e. shorter). This would allow for classic and skate skis to fit better and still allow room to hang poles.This is a complicated item to assemble and install because it is so heavy duty and uses good heavy hardware. But the instructions were clear and my husband was able to install without help and without calling the company which is always a plus.Has made a huge difference in keeping the skis organized and off the floor in our garage. We love it.I actually felt it was better suited for Alpine skis than Nordic skis because of the spacing of the arms. However, we use it for Nordic skis and since Nordic skis are thinner, we can store 2 pairs of skis per hook.One of the greatest inventions ever for storing skis. I would recommend this to everyone who has multiple pairs of skis that you'd like to get off the floor and away from the wall.Shipped quickly, hung easily and works great, solid but simple constructionGreat addition to my existing Monkey Bars installation.Fantastic idea and realization not only ski rack but entire bar storage system.