1. © Copyright 2005 Frost & Sullivan. All Rights Reserved. Strategic Analysis of the North American Aftermarket for Selected Mounted Accessories Intensive Price Competition and Brand Domination Restrains Entry of New Market Participants Industrial Group “Brand domination and competition in the selected mounted accessories aftermarket, especially in the bike accessories, luggage and cargo boxes, and roof rack categories, is on the rise.”

2. © Copyright 2005 Frost & Sullivan. All Rights Reserved. Industry Trends Hitch mounted accessories show immense potential for growth Product differentiation and innovation is the key to penetrate bike accessories and cargo box aftermarket The cargo box aftermarket has the greatest growth potential Decline in snow accessories aftermarket is expected to continue There is a strong demand for watercraft accessories in the lower price range

3. © Copyright 2005 Frost & Sullivan. All Rights Reserved. Key Features Frost & Sullivan Provides: Detailed insights into recent developments and trends Opportunities, challenges, and strategic recommendations Analyst insights on ‘hot topics’ and emerging opportunities in the selected mounted accessories aftermarket Market sizing and in-depth end-user analysis Market forecasts and analysis by product type, end-user application and geographic region

4. © Copyright 2005 Frost & Sullivan. All Rights Reserved. What We Offer Coverage: North America Proven methodology encompassing extensive primary and secondary data and research Focused information and strategies that cover business and technology issues Credible data and analysis highlighting industry dynamics Winning strategies to help you create precise business plans

5. © Copyright 2005 Frost & Sullivan. All Rights Reserved. Who Will Benefit? Current Market Participants Find out how you compare to the competition Assess current and future drivers and restraints Determine and exploit market share opportunities New Entrants Analyze challenges associated with the industry Calculate forecasts for end-user growth potential Position yourself to capitalize on the market’s unmet needs Investment Community Analyze long-term strategies of the selected mounted accessories aftermarket Determine which participants will outperform the competition Assess attractiveness of investing in the selected mounted accessories aftermarket

6. © Copyright 2005 Frost & Sullivan. All Rights Reserved. What’s Included Bike accessories aftermarket Luggage and cargo boxes aftermarket Snow accessories aftermarket Luggage and cargo trays aftermarket Watercraft accessories aftermarket Roof rack aftermarket Soft sided carriers aftermarket

7. © Copyright 2005 Frost & Sullivan. All Rights Reserved. Key Market Participants Axius Advanced Accessory Systems Bell Sports Cequent Hollywood Racks Masterbuilt Outdoor Products Malone Auto Rack R.A Allen Rocky Mountain Saris Seattle Sports Thule Yakima Products

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