Best Ladder Rack?

Best ladder rack for 1st gen? Hesitant to drill holes in the bed. I found this one.


Erickson 07706 Steel Truck Rack (78" x 14.7" x 33.5" assembled, 800lb rated)

$340 Erickson 07706 Steel Truck Rack (78" x 14.7" x 33.5" Assembled, 800lb Rated)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015CJI7OE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_2m1sBbA546RQE

 

I've got a Thule X-Sportster (prior model) and absolutely love it. I've had it for well over 5-yrs, primarily using it for hauling my kayaks, but used a couple of times for plywood and some 2x4's. The Thule is rated for close to 500lbs, so a bit of overkill for my kayak needs, but I was glad it had the capabilities if I ever went with a RTT.

Costly, yes, but worth every buck, IMO! It was just over $500 when I bought mine, but the newer models are upwards of $700. There are certainly less expensive options out there, but I got mine with intention of having it A LONG LONG TIME- and it's still doing damn fine ! The selling point for me years ago was the ability to lower and raise the rack to suit my needs as needed. Here is the one I have on a double cab (not mine, this is from ACK's YouTube channel):

 

I have this guy:

MaxxHaul 70386 Black Adjustable Pick-Up Truck Rack

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KB1V110/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

requires drilling holes unless if you use the camper shell clamps. For the price its hard to beat... it is pretty tall, in my case I ended up cutting it shorter as I have a low overhang for my underground driveway.