I was really close to buying a flat mesh BajaRack over Thanksgiving. I didn't because when I went to *accessories* on the BajaRack site, pretty much all of the accessories noted were "not for use with mesh flat rack." That included the awning mounts. How are ya'll mounting awnings on Flat-Mesh BajaRacks?

I bought the Utility flat rack without the sunroof opening because I have no sunroof and I didn't like all the potential rust spots on the welded mesh floor. Mine has cross bars at about 4" on center that make tying down loads really easy. The cross bars top out about 1/2" above the side rails allowing you to wrap a rope around the rails even when it's loaded with plywood. I hauled 6 sheets of plywood yesterday for a project on my casanotsogrande and it was a breeze tying down the stack of about 240# of wood. 4x8 foot plywood hangs out the back a few inches and over each side about an inch or so. I've hauled lumber like 2x4s and 2x6s before too and it's easy to tie down. Equally good for camping gear.
It may be easier to attach awnings and other accessories too.

I got the awning mounts with my mesh utility rack and they still work. They sit a little high for my taste so I'm looking to sell them and get a different mounting option. If you want them for cheaper than Baja I'm listing them for $80. They were used for the month of September and then taken off for the winter.